March 22, 1944, :

fo Whom It May Concern:

i am happy to testify as to the splendid qualifications
of Marvin James Vandaveer. I have been well acquainted with
Marvin Vandaveer sinse 1938 when he entered the University as
a freshman. : : ;

He was an outstanding athlete, being highly proficient in
football, basketball and baseball. He played three years as :
quarterback on the varsity football team with outstanding success.
He was also on the varsity baseball and basketball teams. This
gave him an excellent background for his work in physical education.

He graduated with a B. 3. degree in Biusation with a mjor in
physical education, in June 1942. Immediately upon graduation
from the University he was appointed coach of all sports and dir-
ector of physical education at Haskell Institute. He also served
as trainer of all athletic teams. Superintendent Solon Ayers, of
Haskell Institute, told me personally that Vandaveer was an out-
standing success as a teacher, coach and a gentleman; that he led
his men by the power of his personality and the fine example that
he set then.

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he was offered the job as head trainer by the Kansas City Blues,

Anerican Association professional bassball team. He is married
and has one child.

I am happy to recommend him without reservation or evasion.

Very cordially yours,

eerie of Physical Education,
PCA:AH ee Varsity Basketball Coach.