May 31, 1943. \ Recorder, Class No. a MAC = OCPs, Medical Replacement Training Center, Camp Pickett, Virginia. Dear Sir: = I am very happy to recommend for your consideration Jacob A. Smith, wio was a student in my class. Smith was a sophomore in Edueation, with a major in Physieal Education, at the Univer- sity of Kansas, when he was inducted into the Army last January a Pebruary. Suith was a good student and was especially well liked by the other students of the University. He is one of the higher | type of colored boys. He seems to know how te cooperate and win the friendship and respect of tiie men on the campus. He is clean, has good habits, his integrity is unquestioned, and his ty is positive. He had initiative and in my opinion has deter- mination to accomplish eny given task that might be assigned to hime § I have a high regard for this young man and feel that he will | make good. Very sincerely yours, Direstor of Physical Education, FCA:AL Varsity Basketball Coach. NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER: AND OFFICER CANDIDATE PREP SCHOOL MEDICAL REPLACEMENT TRAINING CENTER CAMP PICKETT, VIRGINIA MAY 26 1943 =, * feces Dr. Forrest ©. Allen e Physical Education Professor University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas Sir: ith 2 Your name has been given by Jacob 4, Smit as a source from which this office would be able to procure a Setter of reference regarding this soldier's character, habits, integrity, loyalty, initiative, and all-around ability to accomplish any given task and produce results. It will be necessary for this soldier to procure these references in order to secure an appointment to an officer candidate school, and you can well appreciate that they are necessary in order that only those men possessing these qualifications shall be recommended for this school. Any information regarding this soldier that you can furnish this office will be greatly appreciated. It is requested that, if possible, this information be furnished to this office aos promptly as possible in order that his application for attendance at this school may be acted upon promptly. Any infor- mation given us will be held in strict confidence, a _— yours, EX Nef to C. +s WALSH Major, Med Adm C Officer in Charge ADDRESS REPLY TO: Recorder, Class No. 21 MAC = OCPS Medical Replacement Training Center Camp Pickett, Virginia May 13, 2 43 irre Willerd Cs Sutherland, Local Snployment Service, Yetioml Recreation Association, $15 Fourth Avenue, New York Citys Dear tire Sutherland: | wick: your Lutte! ot ineuh ink tue: venebeeh AA ay office I treated it as e circular, for which I am sorrys There is so mush printed materiel thet comes from your Association seas te cas eek naddie ante Ges ahegchane ead inte tokeg: 3 hte covered that you wore asking regariiing the efficiency of Kennard Kennedy. I om answering at once | I have known this young men from childhoods Hie family lived in lawrence, Kensas, he went through the ol end high schools heres He then enrolled at Baker University, at Kansas, ana later et Pittsburg State Toachers College where he greduateds Ho has been in the Keneas City, Missouri, public eee : | of FCAsAH Varsity Basketball Soachs “NATIONAL RECREATION ASSOCIATIO Founded 1906 AS THE PLAYGROUND As POCLATION OF AMERIC 315 FOURTH AVENUE | | NEW YORK CIT Marchl, 1943 Dei? 0. Allen Kansas University Lawrence, Kansas Dear Dr. Allen J. Kennard Kennedy has registered with the National Recreation Association for employment | services Your name has been given as one possessing knowledge of the _ applicant's qualifications, character and abilitye The. types of positions which come to our attention include: | 1. Superintendent, the chief officer in charge of a department or division and its personnel. Ze Assistant Superintendent 3e Supervisor of Programs for Girls and Women 4. Director of athletics and boys! and men's activities 5. Director of Community Center (Civilian or soldier) 6¢ Supervisor of Playgrounds 7e Playground Director ~ 8 Supervisor of music, drama, arts and crafts, BOA recreation and natureée 9. Director of Adult Education 10. Director of Recreation for Industry 11. Director of Recreation at Housing Projects Such positions call for promotion, organization and com= munity leadership ability in the candidate, Initiative, desire to be of service to others, creativeness and ability to work ere eee with all kinds of people are also important requisites. Your frank and confidential opinion of the applicant in terms of the above qualities and in terms of the applicant's capacity for work will be appreciated, ay Sincerely yours — ; Willard 2, Sutherland Local Employment Service BOARD OF DIRECTORS F. W. H. ADAMS NEW YORK, N. Y. _ F. GREGG BEMIS i BOSTON, MASS, MRS. ROBERT WOODS BLISS WASHINGTON, D. C. HOWARD BRAUCHER NEW YORK, N. Y. MRS. WILLIAM BUTTERWORTH MOLINE, ILL. HENRY L. CORBETT PORTLAND, ORE. ; E MRS. ARTHUR G. CUMMER JACKSONVILLE, FLA. | MRS. THOMAS A. EDISON WEST ORANGE, N. J. ROBERT GARRETT BALTIMORE, MD. j ROBERT GRANT, 3RD | JERICHO, L. I., N.Y. AUSTIN E. GRIFFITHS x SEATTLE, WASH. poets > . MRS. NORMAN HARROWER FITCHBURG, MASS. MRS. MELVILLE H. HASKELL TUCSON, ARIZ. _ MRS. CHARLES V. HICKOX ‘ MICHIGAN CITY, IND. : _ MRS. JOHN D. JAMESON SUGAR HILL, N. H. < a GUSTAVUS T. KIRBY cae NEW YORK, N.Y. 4 — Ls TOS TE eg AS ee ppt WALTER A. MAY PITTSBURGH, PA. . CARL E. MILLIKEN AUGUSTA, ME. } MRS. OGDEN L. MILLS WOODBURY, N. Y. MRS. SIGMUND STERN _ ’ SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. MRS. J. W. WADSWORTH WASHINGTON, D. c. J.C. WALSH NEW YORK, N. Y. Lae : a i “HUGH McK. LANDON | FREDERICK M. WARBURG _INDIANAPOLIS, IND. NEW YORK, N. Y. ROBERT LASSITER x : “JOHN G. WINANT CHARLOTTE, N.C. _CONCORD, N. H. : ¥ 1 _ STANLEY WOODWARD , eeron, whan ___ WASHINGTON, D. Cc. OTTO T. MALLERY PHILADELPHIA, PA. : : PS etd En ag aie EA cle Gn Petite sce bs ene tiges Segoe = soted 4 ‘ \ May 11, 1943. Pe Mr. Be Co Bergeson, Asst. to the Director of Personnel oe American Red Cross, 1709 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri. Dear Lire Bergeson: In reply to your inquiry regarding Otte Dean Unruh, of Bethel College, Newton, Kansas, beg to state ~ that I have known Mrs Unruh for some fifteen years. I had him on my varsity basketball team when he was a student here at the Universi ty of Kangees seth sider dete “aekeiicld deh nielenieliaieinaten yOUNg, Taste He is loyal to the extreme, is sincere and honest. He does not use naresoties nor aleoholica in any way. I will recommend him without reservation or evasion. He is in a school of Dunkards and they are very clean ani simeers people. He does not have that extreme polish that some people have, but he has character to an unusual degres. You can cout on an indefatigable and honest fellow. He would be an extremely fine influence with young men and would aooperate with his superiors in every possible wy. He is a fine, capable young mane Direotor of Physical Education, PCA:AH Varsity Basketball Coach. + AMERICAN RED CROSS MIDWESTERN AREA 1709 WASHINGTON AVENUE ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI Mey 7, 1943. Dr. Fs. Cc Alion Kansas University Lawrence, Kansas f Re: Otto Dean Unruh Bethel College North Newton, Kensas My dear Sir: Mr. Otto Dean Unruh is an applicant for employment with the American Red Cross and is being considered for a position as Assistant Field Director in a Military or Naval camp. He has given your name as reference and states that you will be able to inform us concern- ing his qualifications for such @ position. To assist you in making 4 fair evaluation we are enclosing a statement which briefly describes the duties involved and the qualifications desired for this position. Sines we wish to give this application immediate consideration, we would appreciate an early reply. You understand, of course, that whatever information you make available to us will be held strictly confidential. Dergeso a Assistant to the Director Enc.e; Personnel Service ARC=-821 GENERAL me ARC 821 Rev. Nov. 1942 GENERAL GUIDE FOR SELECTING FIELD DIRECTORS AND ASSISTANT FIELD DIRECTORS FOR MILITARY AND NAVAL STATIONS Field directors and assistant field directors are assigned by the American Red Cross to military and naval stations, both wi'thin and without continental United States. Assistant field directors are on the staffs of and under the direct supervision of the field director. Field directors are selected mainly from among assistant field directors who have proven, through satisfactory work as assistants, their ability to serve as field directors. Candidates for positions must be in good physical health as evidenced by a physical examination performed by a physician of good standing within the American Medical AssOciation. They must be citizens of the United States and must be able to furnish a certified copy of a birth certificate or other proof of citizenship. Their records as citizens must be satisfactory to the military authorities as well as to the American Red Cross. RESPONSIBILITY AND DUTIES OF FIELD DIRECTORS IN MILITARY AND NAVAL WELFARE SERVICE OF THE AMERICAN RED CROSS A field director: ‘ 1. Is accredited to the commanding officer of the station and interprets all Red Cross services to him and to his subordinates 2. Is responsible for all Red Cross activities at the station 3. Supervises his staff in handling personal andsocial problems of ablebodied or hospitalized service men and their families. A preponderant part of such service requires skillful correspondence with Red Cross chapters in man’s home communities 4. Leads in organization of Red Cross fund-raising activities at the station. 5. Arrange for instruction in first aid and water safety for service men 6. Assists in disaster relief if necessary 7. Interprets military and naval welfare activities to individuals and groups in adjacent communities 8. Represents Military and Naval Welfare Service when necessary at Red Cross chapter institutes, conferences, and similar meetings 9. Serves where necessary in Veterans Administration offices to assist chapters in presenting claims of ex-service men or their dependents for government benefits, or administers the work of an assistant in performing this service 10. Assists in the formation of Camp and Hospital Service Councils and coordinates their activities. eet Tagen one eye AY he a re a ag AGE AND SEX Men only are considered for these positions. Applicants should be between the ages of 30 and 50. Those with outstanding qualifications who are outside these age limits may be given consideration. Men of selective service are not considered unless they have dependents or are eligible for deferment for other valid reasons. Proof of such deferment is necessary. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from a standard college or university is desired. (In exceptional instances, oustanding experience over a long period may be acceptable in lieu of such graduation.) Training in a graduate school of social work and success- ful experience in a social agency as a case worker and supervisor, or closely related experience, are desired. Since, in some instances, the work of a field director is essentially of an . administrative and executive nature, proven ability in law, education, consular service, business personnel management, military service, insurance counselling, etc., will be considered in lieu of the above. In general, however, such experience should have been supplemented, at least on a volunteer basis, by active participation in community activities of a social welfare nature such as Boy Scouts, Red Cross Chapters, Community Chests and Councils, health agencies, municipal housing developments, settlement houses, etc. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS The field director must have an outgoing friendly personality, a sense of humor, dignity, poise, and maturity. He must have executive, supervisory, and leader- ship ability. He must have racial and religious understanding. He must recog- nize and accept military regulations. He must be able to recognize and accept the fact that Red Cross represents the public in its service to the military stations. He must be able to work harmoniously with other members of his staff and with the men who seek his assistance. Since a field director is accredited to the commanding general and must interpret Red Cross services to him and to othe officers of high rank, he must have those qualities of appearance, intellect, integrity, and personality which will enable him to develop and maintain their respect andconfidence. THE AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS WASHINGTON, D. C. inst ini ii ian Sa inate a stants sisemmensistensabiil cd - REFER TO NO. : Address Reply to: The Office of Naval Officer Procure- BUREAU OF NAVAL PERSONNEL Mi ue aka den NAVY DEPARTMENT letter: NOPSL-18-= am(21196-1)3 ) OFFICE OF NAVAL OFFICER PROCUREMENT ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI May , 1943 DearDr, Allen: Reference: JOHNSON, William Claude, 1112 Sanford Avenue, St. Louis, Mo, Application for commission in the U. S. Naval Resorve. In placing this important matter before you, it is sincerely regretted that a personal letter can not be sent, but to do so would make it necessary to divert energy now focused on other wartime duties. The conscientious thought given your reply to this request may affect the welfare and safety of many men, as the man about whom we are writing may eventually be in a position of command. Therefore, the requested information is of more than usual sig- nificance, and will have an important bearing on the final decision. Please complete the enclosed questionnaire so as to indicate the applicant's qualities. Although we have itemized several questions which we would like answered, we urge you to give us complete information at the bottom of the sheet concerning his character, personality, standing in his community, and your opinion as to his desirability for appointment. If significant, distinguish between facts and opinions from your own knowledge and those based on extran- eous information. A return envelope is enclosed. This informa- tion is officially requested and will be treated as strictly confidential by the Navy Department. Please accept our thanks for your assistance. Very truly yours, / Dr. F. C, Allen Lo J Coach & Athletic Supervisor ‘ University of Kansas W. D. Donahue Lawrence, Kansas Lieutenant (jg), USNR By direction. NOTE: This is a very urgent and important matter and this man's application will be held up pending your reply. Therefore, it would be sincerely appreciated if you would give this your imme- Giate attention. gee Meter | a wbbhecyepeq TL hon aomyg & a epre in ine ont Lebyk* renezoue* yp monyTg pe eyuceneya— $HTe Wen,e ebbyyessyow m7yy pe peyg ab bengyue | rr e ek — we —e mee. wg Om £0 “oowbyere qeLouuy ero —— ‘dneaerous. RT CE Me MONTG TITKe — @ ebbyyesue,s desyypyea yyeyonty @ BUCTORSeg © pene ae Biocon Pd oa aS 4 ae ets os © ei seouit pou 78 oy meen ‘spa ‘Raney oe re S, ee ae as ones ) BosTE ‘use ee aowewecs :. eKLepreg fpef » beneovey yepron. cau fail yubon peng ties peLoLe Lon* ry Ty fre ao a weAsy Kezonas’ im A say? ~ 2) ‘OLbICE Ob a ObkICEU BEOCNEWEML WVAA DEBYBLWEML ae ‘BNBEVN Ob AVAYT bEBZOUMET May 6, 1943. Hr. Charlea G. McCallister, / Asst. Director of Employment, . American Red Cross, National Headquarters, Washington, D Dear Mr. MeCallister: I regret exceedingly that I have mislaid your letter of March i?th regarding Mr. Thomas Anderson Cox of 1142 Amidon Avenue, Wichita, Kensas. I re,lige how important these inquiries are and I would not for anything have laid it aside intentionally. I beg your humble pardon for my negligence. Regarding Thorias Cox, I beg to state that I have nom he - fer somé 15 or 18 years. He was a wrestler on our varsity wrestling teem end made a creat record, — ee I think two years. tin The teen’ ts Weebitte, Sucione, See w waar of yeure.end bas done some fine welfare work there. He has sound judgment and is a very sincere and earnest young man. There certainly is no question about his umswerving loyalty to the United States. Se sonable, has executive ability, his —e is unquestioned, hie habits are ebove reproach. Wiis Cdk Wid pat wicks Gee wk Sekt eld nak Mets te Us least to employ him. I think he is a very satisfactory young man. I would recommend him without reservation. _ Very sincerely yours, Direotor of Physical Pducation, PCA :AH : Varsity Basketball coach. + AMERICAN RED CROSS NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS WASHINGTON, D.C. March 17, 1943 Dr. Phogg Allen University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas Re: Mr. Thomas Anderson Cox 1142 Amidon Aveme Wichita, Kansas My dear Dr. Alien: We are considering the person mentioned above for a position in connection with our program of Services to the Armed Forces. This assignment may take the applicant outside the continental United States. | The enclosed statement describes the qualifications required and the responsibilities involved in the assignment. Because of the varied nature of the work to be undertaken we are seeking persons who possess qualities of flexibility, leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships. Since the duties of the position involve close contact with the military personnel there must be no question of the applicant's loyalty to the United States. For your guidance in replying, it is suggested that the follow- ing be among the points covered: ability, integrity, loyalty, habits, personableness. Do you consider applicant qualified for the position? If so, why? What are the applicant's outstanding qualifications? State your relationship to applicant. If employer, what position did the applicant hold? Was work record satisfactory? Would you re-employ? We cannot make a final decision until we have heard from all references, and for this reason we should like to have your confidential reply at your earliest convenience. Very truly yours, Roan dy gee Charles G. McCallister Assistant Director of Employment Enel. ARC 822 + ARC 822 Rev. July 1942 GENERAL GUIDE FOR SELECTING ASSISTANT FIELD DIRECTORS FOR RECREATION FOR MILITARY AND NAVAL STATIONS GENERAL Men recreation workers are assigned with various military units outside the Con- tinental United States. They are known as assistant field directors for recreation. Candidates for positions must be in good physical health as evidenced by a physical exam- ination performed by a physician of good standing with the American Medical Association. They must be citizens of the United States and must be able to furnish a certified copy of a birth certificate, or other proof of citizenship. Their records as citizens must be satisfactory to the military authorities as well as to the American Red Cross. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES The assistant field director for recreation: -1. Is responsible to and will work under the immediate direction of the American Red Cross field director. 2. Serves when needed in planning, organizing and promoting recreation activities such as sports, games, social recreation, entertainments, workshops, arts and crafts, music, dramatics, libraries, game rooms, etc. 3. Serves when needed in conducting recreation leadership training for soldiers assigned to recreation duty. 4. Serves when needed in organizing and conducting recreation activities on board ships while enroute from the United States to an insular or foreign base. 5. Makes suggestions from his field experience to the national headquarters for the im- provement of policies, standards, and procedures relating to station recreation programs for the able-bodied service man. AGE AND SEX Men only are considered for these positions. Applicants should be between the ages of 30 and 50. Those with outstanding qualifications who are outside these age limits may be given consideration. Men of selective service age are not considered unless they have dependents or are eligible for deferment for other valid reasons. Proof of such deferment is necessary. ? EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from a standard college or university and having taken work in two or more of the following fields: education, group work, recreation, physical education, sociology, and public welfare administration. In exceptional instances, outstanding experience over a long period of time may be acceptable in lieu of such graduation. Three years of full-time work in leisure-time activities with a responsible public or private agency, of which two years shail have been in the actual leadership of individual and group activities, and of which one year shall have been work of a supervisory and administrative nature. a J Such experience must have given an understanding and appreciation of the various activities conducted on the playgrounds, in service clubs and community centers; a familiarity with methods of planning, equipping, and maintaining play areas and.facili- ties; an ability to organize people in recreation activities and to train volunteer leaders; an ability to interpret and discuss recreation problems with lay and profes- sional groups. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS The recreation director must have an outgoing friendly personality, a sense of humor, dignity, poise, and maturity. He must have executive, supervisory, and leadership ability. He must have a high degree of enthusiasm, originality, and flexibility. He must have racial and religious understanding and accept military regulations. He must be able to recognize and accept the fact that Red Cross represents the public in the service to the military bases. He must be able to work harmoniously with other members of the Red Cross staff. He mist have those qualities of appearance, intellect, integrity, and personality which will enable him to work with the Army personnel and maintain their respect and con- fidence. THE AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS WASHINGTON, D. C. November 10, 1942. Mr, Murray Brown, 1423 West 10th St., Topeka, Kansas. Dear Murray: Thank you very much for your kindness in coming ever to practice last night. It was good alse to see your wife. I am enclosing the letter you requested, and am very happy to do this small favor for you. Here's wishing you lets of luck now and hereafter. Very cordially yours, | 7 Direetor of Physical Education, PCA:AH Varsity Basketball Ceach. : P.S, Dick O'Neil, a Kansas varsity player in 1931-'32-'33, writes me from 0i1 Center, New Mexico, asking informetion about getting inte physical education work in the armed forces. Will you kindly write Dick, at Box 66, Oil Center, N. Mex., telling him the source from which your inquiry came? I will appreciate it if you will answer him direst. F.C.A. November 10, 1942. fo Whom It May Concern: I am very happy to recemmend to you Mr. A. M. Brown, a , young man whom I have knewn for ten or twelve years. {I knew him when he was a student at Rockhurst College in Kensas City, Missouri, and also during his college days at Central Missouri State Teachers College, Warrensburg, Missouri, from which he graduated in 1938. He then entered the University ef Kansas in 1941-42 _. to do graduate work. lle had a fellewship here in the School of Education during that time. He was assistant ee eee last year. He is a fine wiittinines, is highly intelligent and very dependable. lie is extremely well versed in all branches ef intercollegiate athletics, having participated in football, basketball, baseball and track. In addition te this he has served as an official with eminent satisfaction. His experience is not of the mere accidental type but is founded upon knewledge and training. ee getting along with people. Brown is clean, personable and leyal. He has an except- ionally fine physique and he keeps himself in fine physical trim. He does net use alcoholics or narcotics. He is clean of mind and bedy, and I would recemmend him without reservation as possible officer material. Very sincerely yours, | Director of Physical Education, FPCA:AH Varsity Basketball Coach. August 6, 1942. Major Merrick, Wyandotte County Court House, Kansas City, Kansas. Dear Major Merrick: I em happy to recommend to you Charles Bradford Black, a student and athlete at the University of Kansas, who is making application for appointment as aviation cadet. | Direotor of Physical Hdiucation, FCA:AH Varsity Basketball Coach. July 6, 1942. 7 To thor It May Concerns It is @ pleasure to recommend Mr. Neal M. es a xl Ha tt aa é tt trea Higia 4 PH Bae 7 Mei ing : i! wait sail ze Aabh gigsa eaesy 2% 4 ILE at ry i “a ae pty or iB Ll uh aust Very sincerely yours, Director of Physical Education, Varsity Basketball Coach. July 8, 1042, . lite Heal le sherry, Lawrence, Kansas. Dear Neal: It is a pleasure for me to write the aolosed ' letter in you behalf. . | _ With best wishes for your continued success, I am Very cordially yours, | | a Director of Physical Education, “Enc. Varsity Basketball Coaches December 8, 1942. Zo Maem It May Concern: I am very happy to recommend for your consideration My. Gewrence William Johnson, of Osage City, Kansas, who is applying for V-7 classification. : Jyheave known Lawrence Johnson for three years and know him to be a fine, clean, aggressive and dependable young man. Johnson played basketball, baseball and competed in track at the Miller, Kansas, High School with outstanding success. He entered the University of Kansas in 1940 and played on my freshman basketball tean. 3 Johnson is a pre-medic at the present time and is doing superior work in an academic way. He comes from a fine family. His parents have always impressed upon him the necessity of hard work and honesty. His father oame in to the University a number of times and I was impressed with the rugged character of this MATle In my opinion he is officer candidate mterial. I am very glad to recommend him to you as a clean, purposeful and intelligent young man. Director of Physical Education, FCA: AH Varsity Basketball Coach. September 5, 1 942. Your brother brought your letter in the office this morning and we are hastening to get this dation in the mil for you. I assure you it @ pleasure for me to write in your behalf. Lots of good luck to you, Kape Very sincerely yours, @ Director of Physical Education, PCA: AH Varsity Basketball Coach. Ey 10th coptertbor 5 4) ATTENTION MRS. HULTEEN Below are a few miscellaneous facts which Dr. Allen wanted relative to writing a letter of recommendation for mee I would like for the letter to be addressed "To whom it may concern", Reception Center Lester B. Kappelman, Corporal, Company D. Ft. Leavenworth Age 25 Inducted into Army April 15, 1942 Attended Kk. U. from 1955 throuch 1959. A. B. degree in journalism, and 15 hours of M. A. degree in political science completed. Lettered three years each in varsity basketball and baseball, 37, 38, and 59. Pi ext Played professional baseball in summer 19359 22 — Worked for federal Work Projects Administration first in capacity as district supervisor of community | : service projects, and later as assistant state sup- ervisor and state supervisor of recreation, Shis jpyeas works workxenkutienxnpkxenty This work included not only technical administration of the program but also community organization, public relations, radio and newspaper publicity, personnel selection ( more than 400 people were employed ), ani office administra- tione Assisted cities adjacent to military reserva- tions. to organize leisure-time programs for service men, peve written atheles for magazine osbheatior , ( Please send the letter to me at the Address given ubove). Pardon the messy presentation of these facts, but I jotted them down in about five minutes time. Hope you can read them. Desenber 4, 1942. To Whom It May Concern: I am very happy to recommend for your consideration Forrest MN. Hardacre, a graduate of the University of Kansas in 1938. He was one of ow outstanding Physical Slucation Hardacre was & regular member of the varsity football team in 1955, °36, *S7. He was an outstanding sprinter and track mn, winning his letters in 1956, 'S7, ‘58. le has souaind ith quaptinnn) queseae af Hien City, Meu ent later at his home town, Gmith Center, Kansas. — a, an | Te has fine physique and uses construstively. ; Very sincerely yo.rs, ae BUREAU OF NAVAL PERSONNEL NOPKC-12-jsg NAVY DEPARTMENT OFFICE OF NAVAL OFFICER PROCUREMENT April 9, 1943 Dear Dr. Allen‘ References Richard Milan GODLOVE In placing this important matter before you, it is sincerely regretted that a personal letter can not be sent, but to do so would make it necessary to divert energy now focused on other wartime duties. The conscientious thought given your reply to this request may affect the welfare and safety of many men, as the man about whom we are writing may eventuelly be in a position of command. Therefore, the requested information is of more than usual significance. Please tell us in detail what you can about this applicant, touching particularly on leadership, character, initiative, judgment, personality, standing in his com- munity, and nature of his work. If significant, dis- tinguish between facts and opinions from your own know- ledge and those based on extraneous information. A return envelope is enclosed. Your reply will be kept in strictest confidence and will have an impor- tant bearing on the final decision. Please accept our thanks for your assistance. very truly yours, re eer REQUESTED : 3 ¥. DB. EELLI Lt. (je), D-V($), USNR Dr. Forrest.C. Allen Univ. of Kansas Lawrence, Bansas Address Reply to: The Office of Naval Officer Procure- ATA ment, Second Floor, Finance Building, oo a 7 SUREAG OF Pins. PERSONNEL 1009 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City, Mis- NAVY DEPARTMENT souri, and not tothe signer of this letter OFFICE OF NAVAL OFFICER PROCUREMENT KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI REFER TO NO. April 22, 1943 Dear Mr. Allen: Reference: Forrest Marion Hardacre Application for commission in the U. S. Naval Reserve In placing this important matter before you, it is sincerely regretted that a versonal letter cannot be sent, but to do so would make it necessary to divert energy now focused on other wartime duties. The conscientious thought given your reply to this request may affect the welfare and safety of many men, as the man about whom we are writing may eventually be in a position of command. Therefore, the requested information is of more than usual significance, and will have an impor- tant bearing on the final decision. Please complete the enclosed questionnaire so as to indicate the applicant's qualities. Although we have itemized several questions which we would like answered, we urge you to give us complete information at the bottom of the sheet concerning his character, personality, stand- ing in his community, and your opinion as to his desirabil- ity for appointment. If significant, distinguish between facts and opinions from your own knowledge and those based On extraneous information, A return envelope is enclosed. This information is officially requested and will be treated as strictly con- fidential by the Navy Department, Please accept our thanks for your assistance, TumEDIATS REPLY Very truly yours, REQUESTED a fz FP, D, KELLY Mr. Forrest C. Allen Lieutenant (jg), USNR Kansas University Athletic Office £awrence, Kansas Re gah Address Reply to: REFER TO er S ao i , SECO , Finance ing, oe BUREAU OF NAVAL PERSONNEL ee ee ene souri, and not tothe signer of this letter NAVY DEPARTMENT OFFICE OF NAVAL OFFICER PROCUREMENT KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI NOPK6-12-prl I - oa yr" eference: Norman B. Sannema March 17, 1943 Dr. Allen; Application for commission in the U. S. Naval Reserve In placing this important matter before you, it is sincerely regretted that a personal letter cannot be sent, but to do so would make it necessary to divert energy now focused on other wartime duties, The conscientious thought given your reply to this request may affect the welfare and safety of many men, as the man about whom we are writing may eventually be in a position of command. Therefore, the requested information. is of more than usual significance, and will have an impor- tant bearing on the final decision. Please complete the enclosed questionnaire so as to indicate the applicant's qualities. Although we have itemized several questions which we would like answered, we urge you to give us complete information at the bottom of the sheet concerning his character, personality, stand- ing in his community, and your opinion as to his desirabil- ity for appointment. If significant, distinguish between facts and opinions from your own knowledge and those based On extraneous information. A return envelope is enclosed. This information is officially requested and will be treated as strictly con- fidential by the Navy Department, Please accept our thanks for your assistance, Very truly yours, Ae 7 Fa -Dy Beas Lieutenant (jg), USNR Dr. Forrest G. Allen, University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kans. March 26, 1943. Mr. Richard W. Perris, Garnett, Kansas. Dear Dick: It is a pleasure for me to write the enclosed 2 of letter. I hope it helps you get the job done. lots Cordially yours, Director of Physical Education, — Varsity Basketball coach. \ aa S77 WAY OF THE Jp Yr OE Richard William Ferris Attended University of Kansas from (1931-1935; did not graduate; played 2 years of football. Went from here to Kansas City and entered the Williams Institute of Embalming. Finished there in October, 1935, and went to Garnett to manage his father's business. Has been there éver since. While at K.U. was president of Acacia fraternity. 5 copies to be mailed to him at Garnett. "To Whom It May Concern" (He is making application for Naval Officer Procurement ) 1031 GRAND AVE., KANSAS CITY, MO. — PHONE VICTOR 6710 Meroh 26, i945. j ] it a pags i