276 [Meeting held at Exchange Hotel L'pool Tuesday, December 17, 1946] Present:- Messrs W. C. Gibbins (Chair); E. Green; C. S. Baxter M. D., G. Evans J. P., W. R. Williams, R. E. Searle, C. C., J. C. Sharp & Secy. Minutes of Meeting of 10th inst., were read & confirmed. Finance Cheques were signed for:- Customs & Excise Tax £518.2.8 Football League % £21.12.0 Sheffield Utd. F. C. Share Gate £332.3.3 L'pool City Police Services £43.14.0 Theo. Kelly Wages & Xes £600.0.0 Bank Balance £225.1.4 Dr. Scottish Players Mr. E. Green was fully impressed with McCrae 269 the left I. F of Hearts. He could not recommend McGowan 276 R. B. Pastick Thistle nor did Mr. J. Stein, as compared to Telfer of St. Mirren. Mr. R. McMurray reported that he thought Telfer would be too moderate to include in our 1st team. Kirkman (Rochdale) Mr. R. Bentham was again impressed. McMohan (Hartlepool) He thought this O. L. to be outstanding. Marriott 207 & Starbrady's Mr. A. McArdle thought well of the former, 18 year 5'9", 10/10 O. R. of Scunthorpe & the latter, 21 year, 5'11", 12st L. B. of Rotherham. For immediate grading, he preffered to take the chances of Tomlinson, at O. R.. If for reserved purposes with future prospects, he preferred Marriott. Hodgkins 270 It was agreed that Southport F. C. be given a chance to take this player back, at a reduced fee. Further action to depend upon their re-action & to to be dealt with by the Secretary. Directors Away To Preston:- Messrs W. C. Gibbins, E. Green,