December 29, 1942.

Mr. Paul Masoner,
529 Maycox Avenue, ...
Norfolk, Virginia. .

Dear Pauls

Your letter of ite 25rd arrived at the
office youteciiey. during Dr. Allen's absence. He is with the
basketball teem playing in Buffalo, New York City, Philadelphia
and St. Louis. en ae ee =
January 2nde

4s hess sk tena cee Ane
couse I felt St might not ressh hin while ke in triveling.
For that reagon I am holding it here on his desk, and I em sure
Se ee
- @8 goon as he returns.

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- you needed this letter of recommendation, and I hope this will
not delay -your application too long.

With best wishes, I am

Sincerely yours,

Secretary to Dr. Forrest C. Allen.