UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS LAWRENCE OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION December 24, 1940 Dr. 3: 0. Asien 105--R. Dear Dr. Allen: We appreciate your fine response in the matter of the democracy forum which the University is sponsoring. Re- quests for speakers are beginning to come in, and it is quite probable that soon after the holidays we shall be receiving a good many calls. . Undoubtedly, too, you may receive some personal communications relative to your speaking on the listed subjects. Inasmuch as the Chancellor is anxious to keep a close check on the state's response to the progran, we will appreciate your advising Guy Keeler of the speakers! bureau of the extension service in case any requests come to you personally.. With best wishes for the season, I am, Sincersly, ht K. W. Davidson Director of Information KWD: KS