January 25, 1945.

Great Lakes, Illinois.

Dear Tony:

: I have just talked to the Auditorium people. They
will use a six by four foot glass backboard, and wo are using
a stitched, laceless basketball. 2

I also talked to Lou Lower, the manager of the
Auditorium, and he states that very definitely he will guarantee
that you will have no trouble in catching the £1 Capiten for
Chicago. He hag talked to the railroad people and they have
guaranteed him definite transportation for you on the El Capitan.

I have talked to Reaves Peters over the phone regarding —
officials. Ronald Gibbs oarmot be here for Friday night but
Peters can obtain him for Saturday night. I have asked that he
obtain him even for Saturday night. I have also asked Peters to
inform us at once or as soon as possible the men he has selected.
I de not know at present because he has not announced the sel-
ection, but we will advise you as soon as he has advised us.

Very sincerely yours,

Director of Physical Education,
PCA:AH Varsity Basketball Coach.