Capn. & Sub Capn. The following appointments were made
League Team W. Stewart Capn. E. Chadwick Sub
Combn. " G. Barker " W. Williams "
Luton F. C. Resolved we accept bond for Williams & McInnes
transfer payable on or before Sep. 1st.
Transfer of Shares 5 from J. Raven to T. Grieve 777/780 & 2381
3 " Wm. Johnson to Thos. Orford 712/713 & 2321
L'pool & District Resolved we enter an A team in this competition
Combination & that the Sec. advertise in 2 papers for players.
The Chairman stating that Stanley Ground could be
obtained for £15 for the season which was confirmed.
Inspection of Stands Resolved the Shareholders & Public be invited to view
the Ground on Aug. 14th.
Signed Aug. 16 1897 W. R. Clayton Chairman
Meeting of Directors held at Bradford Hotel Aug. 6th 1897
Present W. R. Clayton Esq. (in the chair) Messrs Crawshaw, Bainbridge,
Baxter, Davies, Kelly, Keates & Prescott.
J. Bell Resolved we adhere to original resolution to engage J. Bell
at £5 per week provided he apologises to the Directors for
his conduct.
Contract Resolved we pay Roberts & Robinson £800.0.0 on a/c of contract
as per architects certificate.
Crosby Sports Resolved they have use of Telegraph Board etc.
Signed Aug. 16 1897 W. R. Clayton Chairman
EVENTS
43 | Agreed that the Secretary arrange eggs, sherry and coffee for the players’ training in the morning |
73 | Agreed that the Club should pay the players’ expenses for joining the Liverpool gym at reduced rates |
91 | F. Geary appeared before the directors concerning his behaviour towards the spectators. |
113 | Agreed to give a match at Goodison Park for the benefit match for the unwaged. |
132 | Resolved that a letter be written to Porcupine saying the explanation re: stoppage of draws is not satisfactory. |
208 | Parry suspended. Notice of his suspension to be posted on in the dressing rooms. |
211 | Reserve Team to have a gold medal each. |
243 | Resolved Mr. Hinchcliffe be allowed to photograph team |
245 | Resolved on the purchase of 2 medals for Bell and Southworth |
286 | Resolved that Elliott be engaged as Assistant Trainer & Groundsman to play when required. |
295 | Resolved to give Stoke £20 for the transfer of Maxwell & to find him a place in a solicitors’ office. |
365 | Resolved to give 11 players medals for winning the Combination Championship |
444 | Resolved that the Ground Committee be authorised to have rooms covered over, urinals erected etc. |