Oe PAUL UNIVERSITY « DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS
2235 Sheffield Avenue ¢ Chicago ¢ Illinois « Telephone Diversey 4340

ATHLETIC BOARD

Hon. John A. Sbarbaro ~

Rev. Joseph G. Phoenix, C. M.
Rev. Comerford J. O'Malley, C. M.
Harry D. Taft

Paul J. Mattei

DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
Paul J. Mattei

GRADUATE MANAGER
Arthur B. Morse

 

Dr. Forrest ¢C. Allen ,
Director of Physical Education and Recreation
Varsity Basketball and Baseball Coach
University of Kansas

Lawrence, Kansas

Dear Dr. Allen:

I have received your letter regarding officials. I
am very sorry that circumstances have caused a dearth of
officials for that night.

To review the matter, it is my understanding that
Bill Wendt mailed you a list of officials which included
the names of Craig, Clarno and Enright. Unfortunately,
none of these men are available for January Slst, due to
previous engagements. Please do not feel that there is an
attempt being made to force Sam Pecararo upon you or any-
one é€lse for that matter. ‘Since your last letter I have
again communicated with the three gentlemen mentioned above
and have again been assured that they cannot make the date.

If Joe Rieff is available, and I have suggested that
he hold that date open subject to your approval, would you
consider using him? JI do not know Don Elser, and upon in-
quiry found that nobody has heard of him doing work of late.
However, if he is your wish and if Joe Rieff 1s acceptable,
the officials situation i8 cleared up. doe is a big 10 official,

If you are doubtful about either one, please advise me
at once and we will continue to submit further names until
two officials are picked to the mutual satisfaction of both
coaches. You may rest assured that your slightest wish will
be accommodated if it is at all possible, with reference to
officials and with reference to any other problem.

With very best wishes, I remain

Very sincerely yours,

 

S. please continue to address me at 10 South La Salle
t, Whieh is my law office.