F. G. Welch Letter on the Occasion of Emporia State University Stadium Dedication

KANSAS STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE
EMPORIA, KANSAS

January 4, 1961

Mr. Lige B. Williams
2419 Ainger Place SE
Washington 20, D. C.

Dear Lige:

Your communication on the occasion of the dedication of Welch Stadium helped to make November 11 1960, a most memorable day in my life. As I reflect on this occasion, I feel very humble and inadequate to express my sincere appreciation to the many people who made this great honor possible.

I am indebted to a great many people: first, to my wife and children who have been an inspiration to me; to my coach, Bill Hargiss, and the football squad of 1927 for their recommendation; to President Thomas W. Butcher and the members of the Athletic Board of 1923 for selecting me to be the football and track coach, and the Athletic Director; to the wonderful group of young men with whom it has been my privilege to work these many years; to the loyal staff of assistants in the department; to an understanding and appreciative faculty, student body, and alumni; and especially to President John E. King and the members of the Kansas Board of Regents who have recognized some merit in what has been accomplished.

I an grateful for the cooperation of everyone who has helped to make our program respectable. It is my hope that policies which have made our program successful will continue to guide us in the years ahead, adding impetus to an expanding program of health, physical education, and recreation for all students in our college.

I have enjoyed my association with you and value your friendship.

Yours sincerely,

F. G. Welch
Professor of Physical Education
and Head Track Coach