99 Critchley, Dunn, Cunliffe, Johnson, Stein Res Archer v Birmingham Res. (a) F. O. King, Williams, Jones, Mercer, Clark, Griffiths, Geldard, McGourty, Higham, J. G. Watson, Leyfield Res Turner. v Prescot Cables. left to Staff. Official to B'gham H. Hart. Reports re Players Mr. E. Green gave a report of the negotiations Napier & O'Donnell for the transfer of either of these players. The (Celtic) Celtic F.C. had at length stated they were not prepared to part with them at present, although he had made an offer of £3500 for the latter subject to his being signed on in time for the F.A. Cup tie on the 13th inst. Mr. Green further reported that he had seen them both play on the 30th ult. & 1st inst. The former had played outside right & obviously was playing under instructions at Falkirk. The latter had played a good orthodox game at inside left, but did not shoot too much. Blackman (Q.P.R.) Mr. H. Hart reported that this player was an opportunist & took up good positions. He was between 21 & 22 yrs. of age. Heale (Bristol City) Mr. J. Elliott reported that this I. L. was a very good football player, but did not do much shooting. New Brighton F.C. Mr. W. J. Sawyer attended personally & handed over cheque for £250 in repayment of Loan. At same time letter was received from the Chairman of that club asking for another loan of £150. It was agreed to grant this for a period up to 30th Apl. next, and failing repayment than, our Club to have the option of the transfer of any one of their players, if we desired, up to an amount of £250.