December 30, 1941
Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Dear Dr. Allien,

I want to thank you for your letter and the
autographed book, "Better Basketball" which ail
of us are enjoying very much. Mother, grandmother
and I too appreciate very much the nice things
you said about their family. I am proud to know

Suse a famous coach as you are and amihappy to.own
the fine book you wrote.

Mother and grandmother ask ‘t be remembered to
you and Mrs. Allene.

Bobby and I are typing these letters as we are
taking typing lessons.

Sincerely. yours