December 10, 1941

Capt. Carl EB, Rankin

Athletic and Recreational Division .

Lowry Field
Denver, Colorado

Dear Captain Rankin,

I am glad to recommend to you for you sonsideration J. Richard
Wells, who played three years of excellent Varsity basketball
under me, here at the University of Kansas. He also played on

the football team at the University for one year making his

I know of no young man who has the intelligence and physical
vigor that has Dick Wells. He has a forceful personality and has
the ability to handle men under tim. Dick Wells is intelligently
cooperative and he is blessed with the appearance and bearing that
introduce him favorably to those with whom he comes in contact.

He is intensely loyal and understanding and is intelligent to such
a degree that insures him success.

I am very happy to write this testimonial to Mr. Wells* character,
personality, and efficienoy. |

Sincerely,

| . Director of Physical Education and Reoreation —
FCA/pg Varsity B asketvall and Baseball Coach