January 12, 1944.

Mr. Je He Highfill, Principal,
Dwight Rural High School, :
Dwicht, Kengas.

Dear Principal Highfill:

I am sorry that I have failed to answer your good letter
SOONnCrs

ibd ville, seme te tie damien Giten:. Hereto-
fore I have coached the baseball team, but I have made no
decision this year. I think, however, they are expecting me to
handle it. I am rather dubious about accepting your invitation.
With transportation what it is, it is very difficult to make a
one-day trip out of such a project. If I would be fortunate
enough te get another commencement date either preceding or
er ee
much easier.

Therefore, I aa at a loss to givo you any definite information
at the present time. In these days of gasoline rationing, I am
wondering what honorarium you would feal like paying.

Thanking you for your compliment in asking me to address your
school, and with kindest personal regards, I am

Sincerely yours,

Director of Physical Education,
FCA: AB Varsity Basketball Coach.