Ootober 15, 1940 Ure Ee So. Foltz Athletic Director Kansas School for the Deaf Olathe, Mansas . Dear Mre Foltz: I am glad you received the book and I hope you like ite 7 In regard to the new fan-shaped backboard, the rules make 4t optional and the majority of the high schools and colleges are ordering them. I see no benefit in waiting another yeare I can state positively ee ee yearse Yes, they will be permanent and i believe that you will have no difficulty in installing ite Since the Rules Committee has approved them, I am sure you , will have no difficulty with visiting teanse : Very cordially yours, Direetor of Physical Education and Recreation Varsity Basketball Coach FCAslg