opinion that the proposition as printed &
issued went beyond that which they
understood from Mr. Rinder's telephonic
communication it was decided that we
consent to second the proposal with a
view to its discussion but with a free
hand entirely & that the Secretary write
to Aston Villa to that effect.
Mr. Kirkwood reported the visit of himself
& the Secy. to Scotland that
Mr. Christies recommended would not
suit us.
That Hearts would not part with Cooper.
That Lowe could not be met with but
that it was stated he had signed for
Woolwich.
That Third L. R. V. had been seen with
reference to Johnstone & that they had
promised to consider the matter on Tuesday
& wire us on Wednesday & it was resolved
that if necessary the Secretary go to
Scotland to engage him with power up to
£500.
That Dorward CF Montrose was very
highly recommended & the deputation were
entrusted with full powers as to his
engagement.
The Secretary's action in arranging for
Manchester City matches Sep. 3 at Everton
Dec. 26th at Manchester they to pay us £50
was approved; he reported that he had
not as yet fixed up with Bury who desired
