252 N. Bighth Street ——— ii Magis 3 Hi] bel a he foes Figs? ; ae fill ut fil ial Sincerely, ai , Ht Bir. Quigley's illness will ca ee our baie you ne be will be oantined quite am cos B. C. Quigley PCA:ef . Dan Bolen August 14, 1945 Mark J. Alexender Lt. Col., Infantry Actg. Asst. Comdt. Headquarters, Parachute School Port Benning, Georgia Dear Mark: { I an 2 happy to acknowledge your letter of August 9 and to assure you that anything that T can do for you at any time will most cheerfully be done. Gall upon me at any time. With continued good wishes for your every success, I am Sincerely, Director, Physical Ed. Varsity Basketball Coach FCAsef HEADQUARTERS THE PARACHUTE SCHOOL OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT COMMANDANT Fort Benning, Georgia 9 August 1945 Dr. Forrest C. Allen Director of Physical Education University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas Dear Dr. Allen: Yesterday I received your letter of August 4, and indeed I an grateful for your kind interest. It seems that I am a bit slow in getting into action on this Veterans Aid organization, I have, however, written Mr. Monypeny, and sent in a day letter application to the State Department of Civil Service, Topeka, as I understand there is a deadline of the 9th of August for applicants. As Dad may have informed you, I have 136 points for service, and am permanent limited service because of a piece of steel in ny left lung. This makes me eligible for separation from the service 4f I so desire. Sooner or later I must make the change from Arny to Civilian life, and the possibility that I might procure assignment as your district representative for the Office of Veterens Affairs is fairly attractive. My present assignment as Director of Training for The Parachute School is a very good one, end I am somewhat reluctant to give it up. However, I must sooner or later make the adjustment to civilian life. The possibility that I might be of service to veterans interests me gr eatly. Wy past (43) years service in the Army will, I believe, go a long wey toward qualifying me for the job. I will be stationed at the AAF School of Applied Tactics, Orlando, Florida on temporary duty until about the 24th of August, at which time I will return to the Parachute School, Fort Benning, Georgiae : I mst sincerely appreciate your interest. Nuch wee MARK J 9 Lt. Cole, Infantry Actg. Asst. Comite Dear Drs Allens : Yortortay 1 rootve your Letter of nga bys eat I am grateful for your kind interest. see “$b seems thet I oma bit slow tn getting into action on thie Veeenmne: 450 Semmnhtemnete 2 lave, however, wettten Mr, Bawa s fopeka, 28 ! marian! there to Gentine of the | School is a very good one, end I am at reluctant to However, I mist sooner or later ioe the adjustine | . Tho yecitlity Set T nite of urviee to ebrone iarvts me | greatly. Wy past (4) youre sorvioe in the Amy willy I believe, co «long I will be stationed ut the AAP Schoo), of Applied Tactics, Orlando) = “Florida on temporary duty until about the 2th of August, et which time : I will return to the Parachute School, Fort Bermingy Georgins ma I most sincerely appreciate your interest, : : = \ | eg otitliaeetrss tie cad perdu drastic July 31, 1945 Mr. Co We Abercrombie Hartford Pire Insurance Company Live Stock Department 533 Live Stock Exchange Building Kansas City, Missouri Dear C. Wes Thank you for your very nice letter of the twenty- @ighth instant and the nice things that you had to say. I am deeply grateful to you for the broucher printed by the Navy department, in which they tell the graphic story of Warner's squadron. It is a most gripping ‘ story, this wonderful portrayal of the great part that your son played. I want to use this in one of my Rebounds. I know with what fierce pride you read over and over again this gripping portrayal of one of the greatest fights that men have ever fought. I find myself unable to put into words the things I feel and the things that I would like to say to you. ‘ Sincerely, Porrest 0. Allen Director, Physical Education Varsity Basketball Coach July 3lst. 1945 Dear American War Dad: Keep August 2lst in mind. It is the date of our next War Dad Chapter meeting. At that time, under the new By-Laws adopted at es Omaha, we will have the report of the Nominating Committee to fill these offices: : : President First Vice—President Treasurer sergeant at Arms All other officers are appointed by the incoming President. It's mighty important that we get a set of good men who will work ~ at this job, and we want you here to help in their selection. Nominations may be made from the floor, when desired, and we may have a little competition. vo If you do not have a membership card for 1945, come anyway. — You can bring your 1945 dues—-$2.00. But we want You more than we want the money. . : Two of your officers attended the District Council meeting at Kansas City, Kansas, recently and come back convinced that the War Dads are doing things elsewhere and have a mighty big program ahead. If you could have heard what Topeka is doing, for instance, for boys in Winter General Hospital you would know why War Dads are so highly regarded there. And it's true ina lot of other places. By the way, we voted $15.00 to be sent to help the boys in the hospital in Topeka. Right now there is a call for six-inch electric fans for some of the boys who need them badly. The Government can't buy them. If you have one, whether in good repair or not, and want to contribute it, call the secretary at 487 or 536. Also there is a call from a Red Cross unit that wants such materials as baseballs (new or nearly new), bats (for outdoor use), golf balls (for miniature course), archery bows and arrows (in good condition), balsa wood (in various thicknesses), and plane model paper. If you can contribute any of this material, contact the secretary. If you favor sending money for this purpose that can be voted at the August meeting. There is always a need. We are told there will soon be a big demand at Wadsworth for many items which the Government does not furnish but which will add much to the happiness and comfort of the boys who are patients : there. Questions as to employment, loans, education, etc., are al— ready coming up and will do so incredsingly. Yes, there is much to do for those who will do it. Will you help? Perhaps your first step may be to come out to the meeting August 21, Tuesday, 8:00 p. m., at the Legion Hall. DON'T FORGET! : Me diane Ls icbemigs fic Souuka - secretary kag eae co Vice—Pres. | | bana Se er ee Nev ee nga See een ee on ea a Lola ea ies (inet Sea ai Scape IAT Ace Ae Pagrus Se. gai 2 Sie sem ees CSUR ae CBR Ci era Se eee eee Ce aed wai Na eae seed July 20, 1945 Mr. C. We Abercrombie 5811 Mastin Road Merriam, Kansas Dear Mr. Abercrombie: It was a genuine pleasure to have a visit with you. in Mike Getto's coffee shop. I enjoyed our short chat very muche Ae | I am enclosing a copy of our last Jayhawk Rebounds and I am puting you on the mailing list for future numberse With deepest personal regards, I am Sincerely yous, Director of Physical Education Varsity basketball coach . June 30, 1945. Mr. Hubert L. Allen, ; 4170 Drexel Blvd., . a Chisago, Illinois. Dear Hubert and Virginia, Claire and fenily: T om sending yous Jayhewk Rebounds and trust that you will enjoy it, | I certainly got @ wonderful kick out of Hubert, Jr.'s wetter. He surely has literary ability. I am also sending a copy of the Rebounds te Roberta. It was nice to have the visit that I did with you good people. I wish we might have more of them. I em hurrying along so ae sey helle and goodby rather hastily, hoping for another visit soon. | ih oi aka @ ee Z an Sincerely yours, 3 Director of Physical Education, FOA:AH Varsity Basketball Coach. June 30, 1945. Mra. Roberta Brabant Allen, Pleasanton, Kansas. Dear Roberta: We have just finished the Jayhawk Rebounds and we trust that some of this will prove interesting to you. It — certainly was good to see you and have o visit with you. I am wishing the best for you ani yours. +Gincerely, Director of Physical Education, FOA:AR Varsity Basketball Goach. CV9V —02 Koom (31F Fala ay, Aal/ US. 1%, #, Academy dune M, IGL Sean Le Allens (on ig < Going 70° Sefoyf af King 6 Ut” Saher Mecchait Mpwe Aca deny Ts: rs PEAlly a Swef/ place. hit ) abouf le1nig's /2 It Aen d/ Cinles. “The leh. schedule. Wee: Ax poy o\\ ot the big Easton Sehrol a ne mich has. faa, Beard aus yet AS Wie He Mewest of phe really Stcetiiy o We so — Wweluding Army | — enjoy ed Nine Pope Aah Wien coes ah Xy Recrve oa \ \Newe , \ seal relieve. Atnal nee Ae ae ainen XS WW ean Ne . Tpesees wast of vs | NN widvess “sg: on Mae. Arrevosmrthe meee put out Sea apd \ Aww \erdinng Awewerd- are cal e VAR, CAAQ-bt Few 1818 Ngee hel) US MMe Reale icin - Poiwk, Mere Yor : Pe EE le as Aor. a Ens. Joe §. Brown- Beepped in the office on June 21 - SES + S80 0 row is now detached from the Uss Card (has. ee hunting submarines in the Atlantic), and is now on his way to N.A.A.S., San Clemente Islend, California, for duty involving flying. After abet five Weeks there he will shove off for the Pacific. FOR JAYHAWK REBOUNDS (use address above for mailing) June 6, 2945. Cpl. Jack Adans, 37512895, Btry. A, 777 AAA (AW) Bn (3p), APO 403, o/fo P.Me, | New York, NeYe Dear Jack: oe a I do not know whether this late letter will cateh up with you or not. Your letter was misplaced in a pile of corres~ pondensce regarding the basketball gambling expose, and I did not: pull it out of the file soon enough. ee I appreciate you loyalty to the State of Kansas, and I trust that you will stay in Kansas. You certainly have not caused me-any trouble in writing, and I was delighted to hear from you. I am send you e copy 6f our Jayhawk Rebounds, & publication that we get out each month for our boys overseas. If you are interested, write me another letter giving me your present address and I will put you on the mailing list for the ‘Rebounds. — : | os We would be happy to have you and Massey at K. U. ‘when this fuss is over. We certainly would be glad to have you ‘gome and visit the University and have a talk with us after you. are mustered out. Drop me a line and tell me how things have — been going with yous. With all good wishes, I an : : | ‘ . Sincerely yours, : | Le Pireotor of Physical Education, : FOASAH Varsity Basketball Coase | Enc Opes ass PFEAAIPP ae (SAY “he SOB Vo Poel Pcagh, CEG Cadbeauds CUCM 30, Enge Dest. #3 Me eS ST, EE ES 2 Mee ae ARMY SERVICE FORCES FOURTH SERVICE COMMAND CAMP BUTNER, NORTH CAROLINA Special Service Office 15 May 1945 Dr. Forrest Allen Departuent of Physical Education University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas Dear Dr. Allens I just received a most welcome addition of your latest "Rebounds". Inclosed is a little clipping that describes one of the activities carried on here at Camp Butner under the direction of my office. I am fortum te in having a staff of officers and enlisted men who are well qualified for their individual jobs. However, versatility is essential because our work differs so much from day to day. Our Athletic program here is mre of the show type rather than one of participation. Captain Robert G. Ayers, our Athletic Director, is at the present time, coaching a mst suc- cessful baseball team. Their record to date is 10 wins out of 13 games played. I am hoping that he will be as successful with our football team in the Fall, My supervision includes that of the libraries, Service Clubs, theaters, athletic programs, theatrical shows of all kinds, and the supply of all recreational facilities, My wife and little girl Victory Lee, aged 24 years, are in fine health and with mew We are all anxious for any news from Mount Oread and read the Jayhawk Rebounds together each time they come. Please give my regards to all of our friends. Sincerely yours, , FRANK (J Ma. ANNE HERG 9» CAC Chief, Special Services Branch. The program for the ambulatory patients is much wider in scope, and the majority of these enter- tainment features are held in the Red Cross Recreation Hall, where there is a stage and dance floor and the facilities are naturally much better than in the wards. In the recreation hall appear, name bands and guest stars, and| '|lstage shows of various kinds are ‘| presented. About the most popular and best| attended events are the regular Wednesday night dances, with |'musie furnished by the 336th Army) ‘Services Band. Girls from neigh- boring towns are invited to serve as dancing partners at these af-| fairs. There are numerous stage shows’ including USO shows, soldier shows staged by Lieutenant Gurian’s per-| j/sonnel and occasionally shows pre-| | sented by the patients themselves. | An important regular feature is | the program of band music for pa- | tients presented three times a week jin the recreation hall. At these jevents music of a light, soothing| |nature is played. Arrangements are also made to transport ambulatory patients to baseball games and other athletic events both on and off the post. Scope of the work of Special Services at the hospital is being constantly expanded. For example, plans are now underway for a daily outdoor . show of popular music to be held out on the hospi- tal lawn, including a full band con- cert every Thursday. These shows will be one hour in length, from 12 noon to 1, and will commence as soon as weather permits. _ al In addition to assuring that good,/| regular entertainment is provided |for all patients, Special Services jalso takes on many lesser jobs. |There are such items as helping | with music for weddings when pa- | {tients are married while in the {hospital, and furnishing music for parties given for patients. Then there is the responsibility of tak- ing charge and care of such equip- ment as musical instruments and motion picture projection machines. While the entertainment provid- ed by Special Services at the gen- eral hospital is primarily for the benefit of the patients, army per- sonnell working in the hospital are also invited and welcome to attend the various shows, dances and other | affairs. | At the Camp Butner hospital, the jofficials of the three agencies that ‘furnish entertainment from time to time in one form or other—name- \ly Special Services, the Recondition- jing Section and Red Cross—con- |stitutes a recreation council which A well-rounded program of en- jtertainment is provided in the wards for the bed patients. It in- cludes full-length Hollywood fea- ture pictures and live entertain- ment such as bands, USO shows, volunteer civilian’ entertainment units and shows by Special Serv- ices’ own unit of musicians and en- tertainers, which passes through the wards daily providing entertain- ment for the men at their bed- sides, Less frequently, arrange- ments are made to transport pa- tients in favorable weather to base- ball games on the post diamond. Volunteer civilian groups which entertain regularly on the wards include girl singers and entertain- ers from Duke University and St. Mary’s College, Raleigh. plication of effort. This has been found to be a sound’ plan which| functions smoothly and efficiently} o the greater benefit of the pa-! ients. : is | Lieutenant Gurian works under he post Special Services office and is liaison officer in charge of Special Services activities at the general hospital. Aap ‘The personnel under LAeutenant Gurian is a, versatile group, every man capable of furnishing enter-, tainment in one form or another.) The members of the crew and what each does is as follows: | Sgt. John Castleton, entertain- ment director; Sgt. Nick Barile, lband leader, Sgt. Samuel Kaufman, {drummer and plays the vibraharp; |Sgt. Fred Skolnick, saxaphone; Cpl. |Howard Siegel, trumpet; Pvt. Wal-. |ton Veurink, trombone; Pvt. Ralph Radley, saxaphone and clarinet; | Pfc. Norman Maynard, trumpet; Pvt. Alan Bergman, arranges music for the group and plays the trum- pet; Sgt. Elray Eck, trumpet; Pvt. | Robert Clark, master of ceremonies, entertainer and motion picture pro- jectionist; Pvt. Robert White, mas- ter of ceremonies, entertainer and projectionist; and Sgt. Anna Marie Novack, secretary, costumer and entertainer. ne 5, 1946. Mr. Richard Alien, 9839 Winner Road, . - Independense, Mo. / | Dear Dick: — ' Permit moe to congratulate you amthat fine mother of yours on obtaining the goal * graduation from Northeast High School. I am sorry that I cannot be present at your graduation, but I want to give you a graduation present. I don't know what it will be, but I will not forget it. It will be something that you need, I hope. If you are too bashful to write and tell me what you want, ask your good mother to drop me a line indicating what your needs are and something serviceable. It will be a pleasure for me to do this. : With all good wishes for your future success, T am Sineerely, Yow wmole, .' Director of Physical Education, FOA:AH 8, Varsity Basketball Coach. ee Hligh announces | apt JS aon ihe ea. at ermencenent | Ae eloae S [fedresd a eg june silts (ls. Lane wit! forty: log of i Mri in Auditorium i ee [ml a is Sourl ot delach Wis