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CLAPTON D. Mr. Carey reported that Clapton was not
(ARSENAL) 51. prepared to leave London.
GABRIEL It was understood that Dundee would CONSIDER parting
(DUNDEE) with Gabriel after they were out of the Cup, and
it was agreed that Mr. Askham and the Manager
contact their Chairman on Saturday and if
necessary travel to Scotland on Sunday with
powers to negotiate.
VERNON. R. It was reported that Vernon was now
48. willing to come to Goodison Park, and Blackburn
(BLACKBURN. R) Rovers wanted Thomas in part exchange and
£27,500.0.0. This was left to Mr. Carey with
power to increase our original figure if necessary, in
the event of a straight cash deal.
GROUND The report of the Ground Committee was
36. considered and a full discussion took place on the
state of the pitch. It was agreed that advice be
sought from En-tout-Cas Co. in conjunction with
Mr. Prior of Suttons as to the remedies required to
restore the pitch to first class condition.
ACCRINGTON STANLEY A request was considered from Accrington
51. Stanley for their Chairman & a Director to meet our
Directors regarding the outstanding balance in respect
of the transfer of J. Kelley. It was agreed not to
grant their request, and to give them a further
9 days to pay.
TELEVISION A request from the B. B. C. for permission to
film our match on Saturday for showing in
Sportsview on Saturday might was considered. A preposition
by Mr. Searle. seconded by Mr. Joynson that permission
be refused was duly carried. (This decision was
reversed the following day at the request of the Football League).
MID-WEEK A report from the Football League regarding
INTERNATIONAL International matches was considered. It was agreed