March 17, 1939

Dr. Forrest C. Allen
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas

Dear Dr. Allen:

I am most anxious to get a little confidential information on
my son, Monte, and wonder if I can again impose upon your
kindness. From his letters, I gather that you are more familiar
with his affairs and habits than anyone else, and can probably
best give me the information I seek.

Lf am particularly interested in knowing whether or not Monte's
conduct during the present school year has been satisfactory,

and whether or not he has show any improvement over last year;
also, about his financial affairs. His replies to my inquiries
about money matters are rather evasive — he does not complain,
but fails to answer frankly, which is unlike him and which has
given me some cause for concern. It may be that by requesting
more money, he feels he might deprive me. 1 do want him to learn
to stand on his own feet, but i certainly do not want him to
suffer discomfort for lack of necessities if a little extra money
ean prevent it, but hesitate to press this sort of thing too mach
lest it prove to be bad logic.

Would you be good enough to let me have your candid opinion of
this young man, together with whatever suggestions you think ad-
visable? i would appreciate it more than i can say - also, if
you would please keep this letter confidential.

Believe me, for all your courtesies to Monte and myself,

Gratefully yours,

bra. Mec iishes bee —
Lars Oar) Lep.