240 same was approved. Brown The Secretary reported the visit to Sheffield of the Chairman & himself & that Brown had expressed his determination to live at Gainsboro and that being in the view of the Board a fatal objection no engagement was effected. That Brown had since signed for Sunderland. Insurance of The Secretary reported his interview Players with Mr. Watson re the League system of insurance & Mr. wade gave notice that he would move a resolution to ensure with the League. Edwin The Secretary reported that Edwin had promised to perfect himself in Shorthand and Typewriting and it was thereupon resolved that his salary be increased as from the beginning of the month to 15/- per week. Friendlies The secretarys action in fixing dates with Old Xaverians Northern Nomads & Tranmere Rovers was confirmed. It was resolved that no further friendlies be arranged for the opening of the Season. Rugby The Secretary reported his interview Union with the Secretary of the Union & it was resolved to accept their offer of 10%