“lhe 7 : PHILADELPHIA siriona LEAGUE CLUB Phillies : PACKARD BUILDING PHILADELPHIA * January 25, 1944 Dr. Forrest C. Allen Athletic Director , Kansas University Kansas,City, Kansas Dear Dr. Allen: The Philadelphia organization will not have a scout in and around Kansas this year due to our operating like other systems, on a skeleton staff. However, Herb Pennock our General Manager has brought your name to my attention. ; Are you committed or now connected with any organization for the 1944 season? If not I would be pleased to hear from you on what scate, provided it is possible, that you would recommend young prospects to our organization. I would appreciate an early reply. Kindest regards. Very truly yours, « Reardon Director of Minor League Clubs JFRinb