THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS

SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS
LAWRENCE

 

OFFICE OF THE DEAN

September 23, 1942

Mr. Forrest Ce Allen, Director,
Department of Physical Education,
University of Kansas.

My dear “Phog:”™

In our discussion of the physical education set-up in the cabinet,
I raised the question then that the use of the 4:30 hour, coupled
with R.O.T.C. at that time, would possibly cause us grave damage
; in attempting to form the splendid organizations such as the Men's
: Glee Club and the A Cappella Choir. It was discussed and decided
at that time that probably adjustments could be made by transfer-
ring certain students who might come in on the afternoons when
these organizations had their rehearsals in a way that would not
damage either program.

I already have the cases of John Ehrlich and Richard Coy who have
been signed up for Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4:30. These
boys both are planning to be in the A Cappella Choir which meets
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Never before have we had such dif-=
ficulty in getting men available for this important organization
and at present there is some doubt in my mind as to whether the

A Cappella Choir will be able to function this year because of the
lack of mene We never had a finer set of women voices.

I am wondering if you could take the matter under advisement and
work out for these two young men, and possibly certain others that
come along, an adjustment schedule whereby they will be allowed
to be present at the Monday rehearsal which is necessary to their
remaining in the Choir and getting the proper amount of credit.

We shall appreciate your attention to this and I feel sure you can
work it out.

With best wishes,

Sincerely yours,

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