155 Fielding A. W. 147 Secy. reported the signing of this player on the maximum legal terms of wages. This was confirmed. Chairman expressed the pleasure of the Board to those concerned in the attainment of this object. Ashcroft, Llew 148 Secy. reported that this player could be obtained for a fee of £2,000. Decided that further enquiries be made & the matter be reconsidered. Lowe W. It was noted that this boy had now signed as a professional. McDonnell, M. 148 Secy. reported this player had signed profess- ional for Earlestown & it was agreed that endeavours be made to get his signature. Teams 143 Suggestions re teams for matches on 12th & 15th inst., were approved. Directors to Bolton Messrs G. Evans & T. Percy. T. G. Watson Letter read from player requesting a post on training staff. Secy. instructed to promise him, consideration at the due time. Thomson J. R. 132 It was noted that this official would be released from the Army as from Sept 13th & he was granted 14 days leave of absence, during which he would visit matches in Scotland on missions in our interest. Transfer of Shares 149 Following were approved:- Shares Nod. 587 to 589 from J. J. Baines to T. C. Nuttall. do 1182 to 1184 from Xors. J. A. Barker to Alex Jones. Next Meeting Tuesday, Sept. 18, 1945, at 5pm. at Exchange Hotel. Mr. T. Percy apologised for his presumed absence from the meeting. Confirmed as correct. Wm. C. Gibbins Sept. 18/45 Chairman.