William S. Fradis
3766 Bedford Avenue
Brooklyn, N. Y.

April 7, 1941

Dr. Forrest ©. Allen
c/o Kansas University
Lawrence, Kansas

Dear Dr. Allen:

I recently read an account of a game played
during the 1939-40 basketball season between Kansas
University and the University of Oklahome, in which
you solved the “terrifically slick Forum floor" by
painting some substance on the soles of your players!
basketball shoes which enabled them to stop, pivot and
change direction without losing footing.

I am faced with the same problem that you
were, my team having to play the final game of a
tournament upon a waxed dance floor. I would therefore
be greatly obliged if you would write and advise me
what substance you employed at the particular game to
which I have had reference previously in this letter.

As this game will be played on Wednesday
night, April 9th, I would appreciate your reply by
airmail, if possible, in order that I may receive it
that morning. Otherwise, I will be unable to apply
this substance prior to game time.

Thanking you for your kind consideration in
your attention to all of the above, and wishing you
continued success in the fine and noteworthy achievements
that have characterized your association with Kansas
University, I am,

Very sincerely yours,

WSF: hs William S. Fradis