300 may be interested in Rankin at £2,500. J. Tansey It was noted that this player 0 was now due for a Benefit, and it was agreed to apply for permission to pay him Four hundred and fifty pounds. It was reported that the removal of Alec Farrall's cartilage had been satisfactory. McNamara's knee was still swollen, and Parker and Lewis should be fit to play on Saturday. F. A. Luncheon It was noted that the following would attend the F. A. Luncheon on Wed. Nov. 11th prior to the International Match. Messrs E. Green, C. S. Baxter, J. C. Sharp, T. C. Nuttall, C. E. Balmforth, F. Micklesfield R. E. Searle & A. N. Denaro together with the Manager & Secretary. Agreement It was resolved to incorporate in 295 the Service Agreement with Mr. C. S. (C. S. Britton) Britton a clause to the effect that, in the event of the Board deciding to terminate the said agreement at any time for reasons other than misconduct, there shall be paid to Mr. Britton a sum equal to twelve months salary in full and final settlement of any claim he may have against the Company. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company shall not be called upon to make any payment to Mr. Britton if the Agreement be not not renewed at the end of the stipulated period of service. Agreement to be signed by Messrs E. Green, J. C. Sharp & Secretary. Stoke City It was noted that an invitation had been received from Sir Ernest Johnson.