hoped to submit further proofs in a few days. Medals The medals having arrived it was resolved that those for the directors Mr. Wright & the Secretary be distributed forthwith. The Secretary reported that the majority of the League team were desirous of staying at home over Xmas & it was resolved that this be done. Reports The Doctor's report was read & the Secretary was instructed to send Jno. Crelley to see Dr. Broad. The trainers made their reports. The Combination game was reported. Dr. Whitford reported the non receipt of report re Wallace. It was reported that Walmsley (Darwen right half) was fair. Burgess The Secretary reported visits to Blackpool, Manchester & Sheffield re Burgess & Mr. Bainbridge & he were deputed to go to Manchester tomorrow if necessary. The Secretary was instructed to extend to Mr, Mrs & Miss Hardman an invitation to London on the 14th inst. Team v Scott Derby C. W. & R. Balmer Makepeace Taylor Abbott Sharp Bolton Young G. Wilson H. P. Hardman