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The 1921–22 season was Cardiff City's first in the Second Division of The Football League following election from the Southern Football League after the 1920–21 season. They finished as runners-up behind Birmingham on goal average, but still won promotion to the First Division, becoming the first Welsh sidein the league's top tier. They also reached the semi-final of the FA Cup. Fred Stewart remained manager and new signings included full back Tommy Brown and forward Willie Page. Cardiff were investigated by FA and the FAW over an illegal approach for Wolve's defender Dickie Baugh and club and player were both fined. John Pritchard was elected chairman of the club, but was replaced in November by Walter Empsall. Cardiff made significant investments in the club's ground, Ninian Park, laying a new pitch and improving viewing for spectators. During the latter work, refuse tipped by Cardiff Corporation caught alight, but the blaze was doused with the aid of local supporters.(Full article...)