December 17, 1943.

Mr. C. B. McBride,
Sports Editor, eT
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City, Mo.
I am not sure whether you have whipped old man flu or not.

I hope so. Anyhow, I am sending you a copy of a letter that I~

have written Ralph Cannon, of the sports desk of Esquire magazine
regarding the 12 foot basket. On page 5 I have a little tribute
to Mark Cox that I am sure Ralph Cannon will enjoy.

I am sending it to you so that you may keep up with the
line of chatter regarding the philosophy and the efficiency of
raising the basket two feet for college players.

I do not know whether you see Esquire or not, but I notice
Marion Miller, of Lowe & Campbell, secretary of the A.A.U., is
against raising the basket. I will betthe has never seen a game
played under a 12 foot goal. iIn fact, few sports writers, broad-
casters or coaches have seen then.

| Trusting that you are well and that the Mrs. is keeping you
amply nourished, I am : :

Very sincerely yours,

:  ‘Directér of Physical Education,
POALAH Varsity Basketball Coach.
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