June 6, 1945.

Mr. Louis EB. Menze,
Direstor of Athletics,
Iowa State ere
Ames, Iowa.

Dear Louie:

I am confirming my wire of this date, congratulating
you on this fine position of yours. If anybody ever deserved
it, you do, and have for quite some time.

As soon as Harry Morrow of the Journal-World, called
me and gave me the information, I called Mrs. Allen and told her
the good news. She said to express to you and Mattie her kind-
est wishes and she is hoping that your administration will be a
great success. Of course, whatever job. a fellow has, he has his
troubles, but with your personality ami your ability to meet the
public I am sure that you will hold thea to a minimum.

I am delighted for you and your fine family. It gives
me @ real kick to see you get that job.

Sincerely yours,

Director of Physical Edueation,
FCAsAH _ Varsity Basketball Coach.