I have read the book, but IIRC, Col. Askins only talks about O'Connor taking Maj. Askins job at Outdoor Life. I don't remember anything being mentioned about J. O'C. telling Outdoor Life that someone else was writing Maj. Askins articles.

This thread is the first time I have heard that.

I have also read that both Elmer Keith and Col. Askins helped out the Maj. when his health was failing.