YANKTON COLLEGE

YANKTON, SOUTH DAKOTA
December 11, 1942

DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS

Dr. Forrest C. Allen
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas

Dear Dr. Ailen:

I have been going to write to you for some tine to let you know how I was
getting along and how I like my work here, but it seems that I have been quite
busy with my regular routine of work and being Physical Fitness Coordinator
for the C. P. T. Naval Pre-Flight fliers whanI am in charge of.

We had a highly successful season in football this year, playing a full
schedule end losing only two games. The outcome of the season was 4 surprise
to me since I was forced to play nine freshmen and two seniors in my starting
lineup in each game. I had to pit this group against many veteran tealis,
consequently a few more gray hairs.

I have been recommended for a commission in the United States Navy, but have
been asked to supply a few recommendations. I am wondering if you would
feel free to recommend me as to athletic ability, ability of leadership,
character, academic work done under you and in the field of recreation. I
was told that the letter’ of recommendation should be addressed To Whom it
May Concern since there is no definite one individual on the personnel staff
who will review my case. Your letter is to be sent to me and I will forward
it along with the rest of my letters of recommendation and qualifications at
the same time.

Mrs. Stukey and I both enjoy the coilege atmosphere again. We find it a
lot more stimulating and challenging than high school work.

What kind of a basketball season are you going to have? I have been hoping
that basketball season for you would roll around soon since I took quite a
beating up here trying to uphold my aima mater in football. My only retreat
was that "just wait till basketbaii season rolls around and we'll see who
has the last laugh." I do hope that you prove your worth as a Knute Rockne
of basketball and come through with enother one of your endless numbers of
championships.

Since it is imperative that my qualifications reach Minneapolis and Washington,
D. C., at the earliest possible date, I am wondering if you would send my
recommendation immediately by return air mail?

Thanking you in advance for anything you might say in my behalf, 1 remain
Sincerely yours,
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Mano W. Stukey
Director of Athletics and Head Coach

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