March 31, 1944.

Mr. Charles 8. Shacffer,
414 Interstate Building,
Kansas City 6, Missouri.

Dear Charles:

Tt was generous indeed of you to ask Mrs. Allen and me
to the dinner of the K. U. Alumi of Greater Fonsas City
on Tuesday, April 25..

It so happens that my youngest son, Bob, who gets his
Me De degree from the University of Pennsylvania this spring,

is to be mrried on April 26. The pre-nuptial dimer is

scheduled in Topeka on the same date that you have your

banquet. Therefore, Mrs. Allen and I will be forced to

regret. Nothing would give me greater pleasure than for
both of us to be present when you honor the Chanesllor and
Hrs.» Malott. — es ee ye ee
so much.

With deepest recrets and kindest regards, I am

Sincerely yours,

Director of Physical Education,
PCA:AR | Varsity Basketball Coach.