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February - General
- LP Science: Box 10.003b. Reprint of article "The Inhibition of Approximal Caries in Adults with Lifelong Fluoride Exposure"
from Journal of Dental Research. [8 pages]
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February 1
- Letter from Robert Ledeen to LP RE: requests application forms for a post-doctorate position in
organic chemistry in their department. Goes on to discuss his experience. [note in pencil at
bottom of letter: "Forms sent 2/12/53"]
- LP Biographical: Political Box 2.030. Publication: Science Education, February 1953. RE: 1952 in review with regards to the fields of science, education, and religion.
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February 2
- Letter from Richard Lippman to LP RE: Discusses job prospects and the illnesses occurring within his family. Enclosed is a
letter to David Freeman of the Ford Foundation that asks for financial support for him and his family for the next year to
allow him to reestablish his career. [Filed under LP Science: 11.077].
- Letter from Dr. L. Brown and Dr. I.F. Trotter of Courtaulds Limited to LP RE: sends an enclosed
report which describes their work on polypeptides as recommended by Mr. C.F. Kearton. [letter
of response from LP 3-9-53].
- Letter from Paul T. Gilbert, Jr. to LP RE: sends along some copies of reprints that Dr. Alkemade
requested be sent. Goes on to discuss a letter LP wrote to Dr. Burch on the subject of the
interaction of sodium and potassium in the flame. Apparently Dr. Burch wanted Dr. Gilbert, Jr.
to study the matter further. In this letter he discusses his findings. Hopes to pursue the flame
photometry further.
- Letter from LP to Henry M. Woodburn, University of Buffalo, RE: Confirms that he will deliver lectures at Buffalo from 4-30-53 to 5-6-53. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s].
- Letter from Mrs. B. Wulf to Dr. W. D. Kumler RE: says that LP suggests that he send them
the two papers that he wishes to obtain contribution numbers for, because he likes to look over
manuscripts that cover work done in Gates and Crellin. [letter from Dr. Kumler to Mrs. Wulf 1-26-53, letter of response from Dr. Kumler to LP 2-5-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Zevi W. Salsburg RE: writes that in accordance with Dr. Salsburg's
request, he has filled out the confidential report for the National Science Foundation as part of
Dr. Salsburg's application for a fellowship. [letter from Dr. Salsburg to LP 1-27-53].
- Letter from Prof. C. S. Draper to LP RE: responds to LP's letter by giving his opinion of Ruth F.
Walsted. [filed under W: Correspondence 1953] [letter from Prof. Draper to LP 1-23-53, related
letter from LP to Mrs. Ruth Walsted 1-23-53].
- LP writes cheque to: Ingham, Coates Payne amount: $26.00
- Letter from LP to Dr. Harold P. Klug of Mellon Institute of Industrial Research RE: in response
to Dr. Klug's letter, writes that he will consider Prof. Kohra's application as a researcher, but has
not heard from him as of yet. [letter from Dr. Klug to LP 1-26-53] [Filed under LP
Correspondence: Box #158 (Klug, Harold P.)].
- Letter from Dave Shoemaker of MIT to LP RE: thanks LP for his letter discussing the
qualifications of Dr. Paul Schatz. Mentions "Jack Roberts'" impending leave from Caltech.
Hopes to see LP at the March ACS meeting. Mentions that Dr. Hymin Shapiro would like to
meet LP at the meeting too. [letter from LP to Prof. Shoemaker 9-30-52, letter from LP to Prof.
Shoemaker 2-10-52] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #294: File (Shoemaker, David
Clara 1942-1995)].
- Memo from R.V. Bartz to LP RE: R.V. Bartz requests LP send out invitations to a number of companies to the Chromatography
and Protein Chemistry Meetings. He includes a draft copy of an invitation that may be used. [letters from LP to company contacts
2-6-53]
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February 3
- Letter from Peter Pauling to LP and AHP RE: Relates the story of how Peter traveled to Greece, planning to meet LP and AHP,
and waited three days. [They were unable to leave New York for Europe]. The rest of the letter discusses his further travels.
[Filed under LP Biographical: 5.020].
- Letter from LP to H.H. Weber, Physiologisches Institut, RE: Looking forward to see him in Germany. Still waiting to hear from
Howard Brooks who is coordinating the funding of LP's trip by the Unitarian Church. [In reply to letter from Weber to LP 1-27-53]. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
- Letter from LP to Professor C.E. Dolman, University of British Columbia RE: Inquires about possible employment of Richard
Lippman in Canada and describes Lippman's qualifications and past history. [Reply from the University of B.C. to LP 2-6-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 11.077].
- Note from Mr. Lytt Gardner, M. D. to LP RE: sends LP a reprint of a paper which observes the
movement of H+ into skeletal muscle cells in animals rendered K+ deficient. Hopes it is of some
interest to LP due to the info on the state of H+ in nature. [letter of response from LP 2-11-52].
- Letter from Prof. Dr. E. Havinga to LP RE: Writes that he has received LP's letter and the copies
of the articles on the investigations that he made at Cal Tech. Has been lecturing in Paris. Is
interested in the nucleic acid structures that LP and Dr. Corey have found. Sends some minor
corrections for the two articles LP sent him. Recently a huge catastrophe occurred in his country
[Holland]. [letter from Prof. Havinga to LP 10-16-52, letter of response from LP to Dr. Havinga
2-19-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Ernst P. Boas RE: presents Dr. Boas with congratulations for his service as National Chairman of
the Physicians Forum. [related letter from Bernard C. Meyer to LP 1-21-53].
- Letter from LP to Bernard C. Meyer RE: writes that he is glad to hear of the celebration of the
tenth anniversary of the Physicians Forum. Encloses a letter to Dr. Boas which they may present
to him as they requested. [letter from Bernard C. Meyer to LP 1-21-53].
- Letter from Gerald Oster to LP RE: thanks LP for his last letter concerning the form factor for
the 7-strand cable. Sends him reprints of the work of Dr. D. P. Riley and himself. Goes on to
discuss the form factor for the 7-strand cable in detail. At this time he is actually working with
photochemistry of dyes in solution instead of with the X-ray diffraction of nucleic acid. [letter
from LP to Dr. Oster 2-3-53, letter of response from LP to Dr. Oster 2-16-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. N. A. Sorensen RE: thanks Dr. Sorensen for the Christmas card and the
book about Norway. Is glad to hear about the condition of Prof. Finbak. [note from Dr. Sorensen
to LP 12-25-52].
- AHP writes cheque to: Southern Counties Gas Co. amount: $22.93
- AHP writes cheque to: Standard Oil Co. of California amount: $3.69
- AHP writes cheque to: Pacific T T. amount: $17.15
- AHP writes cheque to: Richfield Oil Corporation amount: $3.48
- AHP writes cheque to: Bunnell's House of Bourbon amount: $34.97
- Letter from LP to Professor Lloyd A. Jeffress RE: writes that he is visiting Austin, Texas and
hopes to visit with him. [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #150a (Jeffress, Lloyd A.)].
- Letter from LP to Mr. Dewey B. Larson RE: writes that he has thought over his last letter from
Mr. Larson and proceeds to give Mr. Larson advice about his theoretical work with compression
theory and his intention to publish his work. [letter from Mr. Larson to LP 10-29-52, letter from
Mr. Larson to LP 2-25-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #169 (Larson, Dewey)].
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February 4
- Letter from LP to Professor C.H. Best, University of Toronto, RE: Explains the case of Richard Lippman and then inquires as
to any opportunities for his employment in Canada, in particular at the University. [Filed under LP Science: 11.077].
- Pauling Scrapbook: Cleveland Press article by David Dietz entitled "Nature Uses Rope Trick to
Form Proteins" RE: reports Dr. Corey and LP's discovery of the structure of proteins as giant
molecules twisted into the shape of ropes and cables.
- AHP writes cheque to: Albert R. McKee amount: $10.82
- Letter from [?] to LP RE: proposed agenda for the 2-13-53 meeting of the Committee on Graduate Study.
- Letter from Robert Berg to LP RE: Encloses a check for $398.24 to pay expenses for his trip to Boston. [Filed under LP Science:
Box 15.004]
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February 5
- Letter from LP to S.D. Cornell, National Academy of Sciences, RE: LP lists five names of people he would like to invite to
the pre-conference dinner. Included is Senator Morse of Oregon. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Howard Brooks, Unitarian Service Committee, RE: Thanks Brooks for allowing him to participate in the
conference on proteins. Details his plans to travel by auto from England to Germany. Also states that his son is at Cambridge
working with Bragg and Kendrew on the structure of proteins and will be joining him at the symposium. [In reply to letter
from Brooks to LP 1-29-53, Reply from Brooks to LP 2-14-53]. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
- Letter from Dr. Kumler to LP RE: Says that he encloses copies of the two papers which report
the work he did at Gates and Crellin while he was at the Institute last Spring. [note in pen in the
upper left: "Prof. Badger- Dick: Do you think that these are all right as Contributions from our
labs? LP"] [two manuscripts included with the letter, they are entitled, "The Infrared Spectra of
Nitroguanidine and Related Compounds..." and The Infrared Spectra and Structure of Glycolate
Nitrate Esters."] [letter from Mrs. Wulf to Dr. Kumler 2-2-53, related memo from Prof. Badger
to LP 2-11-53, letter of response from Mrs. Wulf to Dr. Kumler 2-27-53].
- Letter from W. O. Teeters of The M.W. Kellogg Co. to LP RE: writes in reference to the
upcoming interview that he will be administering at Cal Tech for doctorate students who are
interested in employment with his company. Requests that he be able to administer the
interviews in the chem. building. Also lists the types of degrees that the company is interested in
for their research department. [note in pencil in the bottom left: "Kel interested only in gen. org.
chem. He was interviewed last year" and "More (RMB)"] [letter from LP to Mr. M. A. Coyne of
the M. W. Kellogg Co. 1-29-53, letter of response from LP to Mr. Teeters of the M.W. Kellogg
Co. 2-11-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Kosuke Ohki RE: thanks Dr. Ohki for the copy of his book Quantum
Chemistry of Organic Compounds. [letter from Dr. Ohki to LP 1-5-53, letter of response from
Dr. Okhi to LP 6-22-53].
- Letter from LP to Prof. Eugene Riesz RE: writes that he and AHP were pleased to receive a card
for Christmas and New years, as well as the clipping from France Journal about his lecture.
- AHP writes cheque to: Linda Pauling amount: $600.00
- Memo from W.N. Lacey to LP RE: discusses a 2-19-48 decision that prohibits the admission of women to graduate standing at
CIT. The current request for admission by Miss Semenow would require approval by various committees. Asks if LP finds it desirable
to revive the matter of female admissions into the Institute.
- Memo from R. B. Gilmore to LP RE: Informs LP that the entire amount of a US Public Health Service grant has been recorded
as a special funds budget appropriation even though only half of it has been received at this date.[Filed under LP Science:
Box 13.020]
- Letter from Roger Hayward to LP RE: Reply to LP's suggestion of a collaboration on a Scientific American article, in favor of it.
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February 6
- Letter from [?] at the University of British Columbia to LP RE: Supports Richard Lippman, and will pass his information to
others in the University, but doesn't express much hope for his hiring. [Filed under LP Science: 11.077].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Umberto Colombo RE: thanks Dr. Colombo for the letter and for the
reprints of his last two papers. Is glad to hear about his research about the specific absorption of
substances on silica gel. Has no definite suggestions about the possibility of obtaining support
during a visit to Cal Tech. Hopes that Dr. Colombo might find a fellowship from another source.
[mentioned letter from Dr. Colombo to LP follows with no date. RE: discusses his current work
and asks if LP knows whether it is possible for him to work in the specialized American
laboratory of Gates and Crellin at Cal Tech in order to further conduct his research].
- Letter from LP to R. K. Brodie, Proctor and Gamble Co. RE: LP invites representatives from the organization to California
Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. In pencil at the top of the page is written "Reply sent
to Bartz." [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
- Letter from LP to Dr. E.C. Britton of the Dow Chemical Company RE: LP invites representatives from the organization to California
Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
- Letter from LP to Dr. H.L. Trumbull of the B.F. Goodrich Company RE: LP invites representatives from the organization to California
Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53][reply from Dr. Trumbell to LP 2-15-53]
- Letter from LP to Dr. Leon A. Sweet of Parke, Davis and Company RE: LP invites representatives from the organization to California
Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
- Letter from LP to Dr. J.H. Highberger of the United Shoe Machinery Corporation RE: LP invites representatives from the organization
to California Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
- Letter from LP to Dr. Ralph Connor of Rohm and Haas Company RE: LP invites representatives from the organization to California
Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
- Letter from LP to Dr. H.N. Stephens of the Minnesota Mining and Mfg. Company RE: LP invites representatives from the organization
to California Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
- Letter from LP to Dr. M.L. Anson RE: LP invites representatives from the organization to California Institue of Technology's
conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
- Letter from W. H. Eberhardt, of Georgia Institue of Technology, to LP RE: Thanks CIT for sending him a booklet on their current
research. Asks many questions about their outside financial support. Also informs LP that he has been using his book, College Chemistry, in his freshman chemistry course and has generated a number of comments on the text.[reply from LP to Dr. Eberhardt 2-17-53]
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February 7
- Letter from Dr. Richard Lippman to LP RE: Thanks LP for his letter to Professor Best and is planning to meet with people at
the University of Vancouver soon. Also discusses problems with American doctors getting certified to practice in Canada. [Filed
under LP Science: 11.077].
- Letter from David H. Templeton to LP RE: writes to ask LP if he knows of any prior
publications regarding Madelung constants of binary compounds. [letter of response from LP to
Dr. Templeton 2-17-53].
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February 8
- Letter from Murray Vernon King of the New York Council of the Arts, Sciences and
Professions, to LP RE: Suggests that LP accept an invitation to participate in a written discussion
of the resonance controversy with along with a principle Soviet writer. [letter of reply from LP to
Dr. Murray Vernon King 2-18-53].
- Letter from Kazutake Kohra of Institute of Applied Science, Japan, to LP RE: Writes that he is
currently an assistant professor of physics and graduate of Kyushu University who is interested
in studying problems in crystallography at Gates and Crellin. He requests this opportunity of LP
in the form of a scholarship or a post of work. Sends his personal history and list of research
work by separate post. [this information included with the letter] [letter of response from LP to
Mr. Kohra 3-11-53].
- Note from John Michael O'Gorman to LP RE: requests that LP keep his eyes open for a teaching
job for him as he wants to teach, but has lost his job at SBC recently, perhaps in relation
to his joining the "Oathfight." Discusses his recent dealings with SBC and his attorney, Mr.
Stanley Weigel. [note in pencil from Prof. O'Gorman to ? included with this note] [follow-up
note from Prof. O'Gorman to LP 2-14-53].
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February 9
- Letter from Stanley Schaefer, W.H. Freeman and Company, to LP RE: Inquiring whether the formatting of Lewis-Dot structures
is acceptable in the proof of the second edition of General Chemistry. [Reply from LP to Shaefer 2-16-53]. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
- Letter from Peter Pauling to LP and AHP RE: Discusses traveling plans for the upcoming summer with LP and AHP. Also discusses
auto purchases being considered by LP. [Filed under LP Biographical: 5.020].
- Letter from Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, to LP RE: Glad to hear that the conference on polypeptide chain
structure is prepared for. Opinion will be required soon on possible fellows in biochemistry groups. [Filed under LP Science:
14.011].
- Letter from Garff B. Wilson, Committee on Public Ceremonies, University of California, to LP RE: informs LP that he has been
chosen to represent the American Philosophical Society at the 3-23-53 inauguration ceremony at University of California. [Reply from LP to Wilson 2-17-53].
- Letter from C.H. Best, University of Toronto to LP RE: Will discuss the issue with Lippman. [In reply to letter from LP to
Best 2-4-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 11.077].
- Letter from LP to Dr. L. Brown and Dr. I.F. Trotter of Courtaulds Limited RE: thanks them for
sending their report on their x-ray investigations of some synthetic a-Polypeptides. Dr. Yakel of
LP's laboratory has recently finished preparing the account of his investigation of similar
interests. Is glad that both their works support each other. [very messy pencil note on the top of
the page "reprint sent 5-28-53" and "Hold for ...1766 (the middle of the note is illegible)" and
"Kay, send set of all protein and nucleic acid (illegible word) to both Brown and Troller." [letter
from Drs. L. Brown and I.F. Trotter 2-2-53].
- Note from Mr. C. E. Boehm? to Professor of Chemistry at C.I.T. RE: Is interested in performing
some experiments with carbides and melting snow on Mt. Wilson. Asks if LP knows of anyone
young who could help out with his experiments.
- Note from Peter Smith to LP RE: requests that LP send information about post-doctoral
fellowships available in and the fields of investigation at the Chem. Dept. at Cal Tech.
- Letter from Dr. Jay A. Young to LP RE: thanks LP for his letter and comments on how to get
students to think. Goes on to discuss the topic of education. [letter from LP to Dr. Young 1-20-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Susie Perry [Boormans Market] amount: $35.00
- LP writes cheque to: Hay Adams House amount: $10.00
- AHP writes cheque to: George M. Stamback amount: $8.00
- Agenda for Faculty Meeting, including LP's recommended changes to the Chemistry curriculum for both Master's degree and Geology
requirements.
- Letter from LP to Dr. Percy L. Julian of The Glidden Company RE: LP invites representatives from the organization to California
Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53] [reply letter from Percy Julian to LP 3-20-53]
- Letter from B. H. Sage to A. H. Walter, cc LP RE: Sends a proposal for possible submission to the Air Research and Development
Command.
- Letter from Rose V. Russell, of the Teacher's Union, given to LP by Phillips [?] Re: Gives information about the recent dismissal
of teachers by the McCarran committee. Urges individuals to take appropriate actions against these events. Encloses "Facts
for use in Defense of Academic Freedom."
- LP Science: Box 6.011. Reprint of article "Studies on the Reaction Process of Choleglobin Formation." Original printed in
The Journal of Biochemistry, Vol. 40, No. 3.
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February 10
- Letter from LP to Jerry Donohue, Cavendish Laboratory, RE: Writes that he is cross checking values pertaining to the protein
alpha-helix. LP then goes on to say that he is satisfied with the structure for nucleic acids he has developed, except for
the fact that the phosphates are packed too tightly in the middle and would be better fit on the outside. He emphasizes that
this is especially important due to the relative weakness of the hydrogen bonds holding the molecule together. He also mentions
that he has recommended that the Guggenheim Foundation increase the grants awarded, which will benefit Donohue. [Filed under
LP Science: 9.001].
- Letter from LP to Dr. G. E. Burch Re: Glad to hear that Dr. Burch has a replacement for Dr.
Coppedge. Has encouraged Dr. Itano to delay his visit, as he has found some new evidences
concerning methemoglobinemia therapy of sickle cell anemia. [letter from Dr. Burch 1-1-53]
[Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #24: File 8.5].
- Letter from Bernard Oak of the Independent Progressive Party to LP RE: writes that the City
Terrace Club of the Independent Progressive Party requests LP to address their forum on the
subject of "Science in a Changing World."
- Letter from LP to Captain C. W. Shilling of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Dept. of the
Navy RE: congratulates him on his being given the founder's medal by the Association of
Military Surgeons. Goes on to discuss his upcoming speech at the Academy in Washington on
the structure of proteins.
- LP writes cheque to: E. Crellin Pauling amount: $35.00
- Letter from LP to Dave Shoemaker of MIT RE: in response to Prof. Shoemaker's letter of
request, writes that he will be available to talk with him and Dr. Hymin Shapiro at the ACS
meeting in March. [letter from Prof. Shoemaker to LP 2-2-53, letter from LP to Prof. Shoemaker
2-19-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #294: File (Shoemaker, David Clara 1942-1995)].
- Letter from Prof. Professor A. Todd of U. of Cambridge to LP RE: Brings up LP's letter in
reference to the structure of nucleic acids, referring also to "Bragg and Cochran" and nucleotide
examination. [letter from LP to Prof. A. Todd 5-12-52, letter from LP to Prof. Todd 2-19-53]
[Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #330, file: (Todd, A. R.)].
- Letter from LP to Prof. Professor A. Todd of U. of Cambridge RE: Encloses a clipping from the
NY Times of an unmentioned nature. [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #330, file: (Todd, A.
R.)].
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February 11
- Letter from LP to W.H. Freeman RE: LP has sent the entire manuscript of the second edition of General Chemistry, except for Chapter 8. The delay is due to the figures for the chapter not being prepared. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
- Letter from LP to Dr. C.E. Dolmen, Department of Bacteriology and Immunology, University of B.C. RE: Thanks him for his consideration
of Richard Lippman, and reiterates his desire to work in the Pacific Northwest. LP goes on to discuss the planned construction
of a new chemical biology laboratory at CIT. [Filed under LP Science: 11.077].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Richard Lippman RE: Discusses Lippman's possible work in Canada, and various plans for employment while
obtaining certification to practice medicine. [Filed under LP Science: 11.077].
- Letter from LP to Prof. N. G. Emelous RE: Cal Tech is in need of a Prof. to teach advanced
inorganic chemistry for one year, as the regular professor will be teaching at M.I.T. during that
time. Has heard that "Clifford" is looking for a job, having given up his position as Assistant
Professor at Illinois Institute of Tech. Asks for a written opinion of Clifford from Prof. Emelous
as Cal Tech is considering hiring him. [letter of response from Prof. Emelous to LP 2-23-53].
- Letter from LP to Mr. Lytt Gardner RE: Thanks Mr. Gardner for sending the reprints of his paper
on the effects of potassium deficiency on muscle. LP sends some of their recent reprints on the
structure of proteins. [note in pencil in the upper left hand side of the paper: "Reprints sent 2-12-53] [letter from Mr. Gardner to LP 2-3-53].
- Memo from Prof. Badger to LP RE: In response to LP's question presented in a note on Dr.
Kumler's last letter, Prof. Badger writes that he does not find the two manuscripts of Dr. Kumler
especially high powered or very deeply considered, however, he also does not find them
particularly dangerous either. [related letter from Dr. Kumler to LP 2-5-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. W. O. Teeters of the M. W. Kellogg Co. RE: looks forward to his and Mr.
Coyne's visit on 2-20-53. He and Prof. Niemann are checking for available men on the doctorate
level so as to make appointments for interviews. [letter from Dr. Teeters to LP 2-5-53].
- Letter from Kurt G. Stern of Gordon Research Conferences RE: [letter from LP to Dr. Kurt G.
Stern 1-29-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #298a.: File (Stern, Kurt G.)].
- Letter from LP to Kurt G. Stern RE: writes that he is sorry LP will be unable to attend their
Gordon Conference in the spring. [letter from LP to Dr. Kurt G. Stern 1-29-53] [Filed under LP
Correspondence: Box #298a.: File (Stern, Kurt G.)].
- LP chairs Ph.D. Oral Examination: Propositions for Defense by Harry L. Yakel, Jr. [9:00 AM, Crellin Conference Room?] [Filed
under LP Biographical: Academia Box 1.013]
- Letter from R.V. Bartz to Mr. C.A. Hochwalt of the Monsanto Chemical Company RE: Bartz invites representatives from the organization
to California Institue of Technology's conference on the structure of proteins. [letter from R. V. Bartz to LP 2-2-53]
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February 12
- Letter from Howard L. Brooks, Unitarian Service Committee, to LP RE: Outlines specifics regarding the funding of LP's upcoming
trip to Germany to participate in the protein symposium. [Related letter from Brooks to LP 2-13-53]. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
- Letter from C.J. Lapp, National Research Council, to LP RE: asks LP to evaluate Zevi W. Salsburg for his fellowship application.
[Filed under LP Science: 14.016].
- Letter from Dr. A. B. Biswas to LP RE: Thanks LP for his letter and writes about his work in
India at a lab where he is growing crystals and determining structures. He asks LP to write some
supporting letters in his favor, to aid him in his quest to fill a position as Assistant Director in
Physical Chemistry through the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, India. [note in
black pen at top of page "(alpha sign) - glycylglycine - all ready for [unidentifiable word](Gamma sign) glycylglycine-he
collected data and made Patterson" [letter from LP 1-8-53, letter of reference from LP to the Council of Scientific and Industrial
Research 3-6-53].
- Letter from Bernard Lewis of the United States Department of the Interior to LP RE: requests
that LP write a letter commenting on Mr. Robert Paul Smith who is applying for work with Mr.
Lewis and who gave LP as a reference in his application. [letter of response from LP to Dr.
Lewis 2-19-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Market Basket amount: $25.00
- Letter from LP to K.S. Pitzer, Dean of the College of Chemistry, U.C. Berkeley RE: In response
to Prof. Pitzer's enquiry, writes that he will be unable to open the A.C.S. meeting discussion by
introducing Mueller's paper. [letter from Dean. K. S. Pitzer to LP 1-13-53, letter from Dean
Pitzer to LP 10-19-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #249 (Pitzer, Kenneth)].
- Letter from Clarence Zener of the Westinghouse Electric Corp. Research Laboratories to LP RE:
notifies LP that he will be in Pasadena in March and that he is looking forward to a discussion on
their differing ideas of magnetism. Also wishes to meet with students that may be interested in
coming to his laboratory. [letter of response from LP to Clarence Zener 2-17-53] [Filed under LP
Correspondence: Box #380: File (Zener, Clarence 1936-1953).
- Letter from LP to the Committee on Graduate Study RE: LP states that the Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering has
requested to the CIT Faculty Board to change their regulations to "permit women applicants with exceptional qualifications
and unusual promise of continuing scientific productivity to be admitted as graduate students." Asks for discussion on this
matter.
- Letter from LP to the Faculty Board RE: LP requests a change in policy to allow women to apply to their graduate program.
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February 13
- Letter from Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, to LP RE: Enclosed is the Chemistry group of prospective fellowships,
of which LP is requested to give his opinion. Biochemistry will be sent next week. [Related letter from Moe to LP 2-16-52]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
- Letter from Howard L. Brooks, Unitarian Service Committee, to LP RE: Advises LP that if he doesn't already, he should apply
for a passport for his upcoming trip to Germany to participate in the protein symposium. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
- Letter from the Walter Russell Foundation to LP RE: an "Open Letter" sent to about 350
members of the National Academy of Science, and Royal Society of London, 100 Universities
and 300 leading newspapers that acts as a sort of "treatise on the Russell Cosmogony" that
"explains the answer to basic CAUSE for which it has been so long and tirelessly searching."
- Pauling Scrapbook: Committee to Secure Justice flyer RE: quotes LP's letter to the President in
reference to the "Rosenberg case" and asks that the reader of the flyer write to Pres.
Eisenhower or phone the Attorney General in protest and ask for executive clemency in the
case.
- Letter from John G. Kirkwood to LP RE: Is glad to hear that LP will be spending a week in New
Haven as the spring Treat B. Johnson lecturer. [previous letter from John G. Kirkwood to LP 12-16-52, letter of response from LP to Prof. Kirkwood 2-17-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence:
Box #157a (Kirkwood, John G.)].
- Letter from W.N. Lacey to LP RE: Minutes of Committee on Graduate Student meeting. Discussed were LP's motion that the committee
restate to the Faculty Board the desire to admit women as graduate students at CIT.
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February 14
- Note from Prof. John Michael O'Gorman to LP RE: Updates LP on the situation between him
and the college that he was teaching at [SBC?]. Apparently he was only offered a terminal job
with the college, and thus refused it. Is dealing with a legal protest against the college for their
treatment of him. [note in pen at top: "Ans'd"] [previous note from Prof. O'Gorman to LP 2-8-53, letter of response from LP to Prof. O'Gorman 2-18-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Walter Fritts amount: $48.00
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February 15
- Note from Dr. Harlan Trumbell to LP RE: Regrets to inform LP that he will be unable to attend CIT's conference on the structure
of proteins. Would like reprints of the work covered in the conference. [invitation from LP to Dr. Trumbell 2-6-53] [reply from LP to Dr. Trumbell 2-18-53]
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February 16
- Letter from LP to Stanley Schaefer, W.H. Freeman and Company, RE: Discusses the Lewis dot structures as illustrated in the
second edition of General Chemistry. [In reply to 2-9-53 letter from Schaefer to LP]. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
- Letter from Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, to LP RE: notifying that the Biochemistry group that needs evaluation
was sent by air express today. [Reply from LP to Moe 2-21-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
- Letter from David Dietz, Science Editor of Scripps-Howard Newspapers to LP RE: Thought that
LP would like to see an editorial article that he did based on LP's work on proteins.
- Letter from Z.M. Konasiewicz to LP RE: writes that he is engaged in research having to do
with the "Chemical Composition of Low-Temperature Peat Tar" and is looking to submit his
thesis for his Ph.D. by September of this year. Enquires about whether Cal Tech has a program of research on fuel, and whether
they would consider him for a place in one of the research
groups there. [Letter of reply from LP to Mr. Konasievicz 4-1-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Oster RE: Comments on Dr. Oster's points concerning the form factor for
the 7-strand cable. [letter from Dr. Oster to LP 2-3-53].
- Letter from Mr. Sweet, of Parke, Davis, and Company, to LP (original sent to Mr. Bartz, copy sent to LP) RE: Appreciated invitation
to conference on protein structure and chromatography. Is not sure whether he will be able to attend, but would like to receive
a program. Suggests inviting Dr. A. J. Glazko. [invitation from LP to L.A. Sweet 2-6-53]
- LP writes cheque to: Frontier amount: $5.00
- Letter from LP to Arnold Beckman RE: LP expresses his pleasure at Mr. Beckman's recent membership into the Board of Trustees,
being the the first alumnus of the Institute to do so.[reply from Arnold Beckman sent 2-19-53] [Filed under LP Science: Box 13.014]
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February 17
- Letter from Stephen H. Fritchman, First Unitarian Church, to LP RE: A thank you note for LP agreeing to give a speech at the
Church within the week. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1952s].
- Letter from LP to Garff B. Wilson, Committee on Public Ceremonies, University of California, RE: Is looking forward to attending
the inauguration ceremonies taking place on the University of California campus on 3-23-53. Would like to have Wendell M. Latimer as a host and escort. [In reply to letter from Wilson to LP 2-9-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.008].
- Letter from Lawrence Dean Dyer to LP RE: is interested in entering graduate school to work
towards a doctorate in chemistry. Asks that LP write a letter of recommendation for him and
send it to the U. of Virginia, the school to which he is applying. [letter from LP to Mr. Dean
Dyer 3-5-53].
- Note from Gilbert Haight to LP RE: Writes that he recently accepted a new position at the
University of Kansas and has found that there is a severe lack of graduate students. Asks that LP
inform likely seniors at Cal Tech of the opportunities available at U of Kansas for graduate
studies in Chemistry. [letter of response from LP to Mr. Haight 12-18-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. David H. Templeton RE: responds to Dr. Templeton's enquiry about the
expression for Madelung constants of binary compounds. Also asks if he has any more
intermetallic compounds under investigation. [letter from Dr. Templeton to LP 2-7-53, letter of
response from Dr. Templeton to LP 2-27-53].
- LP writes cheque to: Peter J. Pauling amount: $125.00
- Letter from Joseph O. Hirschfelder to LP RE: requests suggestions from LP about resources
regarding the forces between molecules by making use of the crystal structure spacings.
[previous letter from Joseph O. Hirschfelder to LP 2-13-52] [Filed under LP Correspondence:
Box #125].
- Letter from LP to John G. Kirkwood RE: responds that he is looking forward to being in New
Haven. Discusses hearing about Prof. Kirkwood's upcoming lectures in France. Mentions his
own similar upcoming lectures in France and his travels to the Solvay Congress. [letter from
Prof. Kirkwood to LP 2-13-53, letter of response from Prof. Kirkwood to LP 3-2-53] [Filed
under LP Correspondence: Box #157a (Kirkwood, John G.)].
- Letter from Mr. Dewey B. Larson to LP RE: writes again about his theories, setting aside their
discussion on solid compressibility and moving on to discuss another phase of his findings.
Mentions in particular a pressure-volume equation of his and that his results with it are in
substantial agreement with Bridgman's data. Will send data on the volumes of saturated liquids
from his files to LP later to demonstrate the applicability of his compressibility relationship to
the liquid state. Includes some graphs of data. [letter from LP to Mr. Larson 2-3-53, letter from
Mr. Larson to LP 2-25-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #169 (Larson, Dewey)].
- Letter from LP to Clarence Zener RE: responds that he is looking forward to seeing Zener.
Writes that he does not think their ideas on magnetism are very different. [letter from Clarence
Zener to LP 2-12-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #380 (Zener, Clarence 1936-1953)].
- Letter from LP to Dean Watson RE: LP unable to attend the M.I.T. - C.I.T. conference due to a trip to U.C. Berkeley to represent
the American Philosophical Society.
- Letter from LP to H.N. Stephens of B.F. Goodrich Company RE: Apologizes for sending his letter to Dr. Trumbell there, as he
had retired. Wishes to still invite a representative from the company to attend the meeting on protein structure being held
at C.I.T. [invitation from LP to Dr. Trumbell 2-6-53].
- Letter from H.N. Stephens of B.F. Goodrich Company to LP RE: Thanks LP for inviting him to the conference on protein structure
being held at California Institute of Technology. Does not express an interest in attending.[invitation from LP 2-6-53]
- Letter from LP to W. H. Eberhardt RE: LP answers Eberhardt's questions on budgets and financial support from outside the Institute.
Looks forward to Eberhardt's comments on his College Chemistry text. Also comments on the situation with Budenz.[letter from Eberhardt to LP 2-6-53].
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February 18
- LP records new coordinates for phophates and oxygens found within his structure of nucleic acids.
- Letter from LP to Dr. King RE: writes that he would be interested in participating in a discussion about
the theory of resonance, however, he is finding it hard to find time to do things, and he is very
particular about who he would want to debate with. Requests a copy of the conference that was
held in Russia a couple of years ago. [letter from Dr. King to LP 2-8-53, letter of response from
Dr. King to LP 3-8-53].
- Letter from LP to Peter Pauling, RE: Thanks Peter for news regarding the nucleic acid problem. LP expresses confusion over
why the Cambridge people would reject his structure. He goes on to describe the tight atomic packing and say that he is going
to recalculate some parameters. He also mentions that he has heard that Watson and Crick developed a structure similar to
his current one awhile back, but didn't persue it. LP brushes this off as "exaggerated". LP then discusses Rosalind Franklin
leaving, and discusses the purchase of a sports car. [Filed under LP Science: 9.001].
- Letter from Margaret Cooper, W.H. Freeman and Company, to LP RE: Acknowledges that LP will send the completed chapter 8 of
the second edition of College Chemistry to the publisher as soon as it's available. [Reply from LP to Freeman 2-20-53]. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
- Letter from Stephen H. Fritchman, First Unitarian Church, to LP RE: informs LP that the author of the church newsletter made
assumptions when writing about the topic of LP's upcoming speech to be given at a church forum. The author assumed that LP
would be attacking the "perversion of science," and Fritchman assures LP that he does not have to limit his speech to this.
[Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
- Letter from LP to Guggenheim Memorial Foundation RE: reviews of various scholars applying for chemistry-related fellowships.
[Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
- Letter from Ernest H. Lyons, Jr. to LP RE: writes to LP to send him an abstract of his doctoral
thesis that relates to some work that he did at Cal Tech when he was getting his masters degree.
The topic seems to be related to the theory of the metallic state. Goes on to describe what he
has done since his work at Cal Tech. [letter of response from LP to Dr. Lyons, Jr. 4-1-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. John Michael O'Gorman RE: thinks that Dr. O'Gorman made the right
choice in not going back to Santa Barbara. Hopes he succeeded in getting his back pay. As to
information about job openings, mentions two at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge that
Prof. A. R. Choppin informed him of in a letter. [note from Dr. O'Gorman to LP 2-14-53, related
letter from LP to Prof. A. R. Choppin 2-18-53, note from Dr. O'Gorman to LP 3-23-53].
- Letter from LP to Prof. Dean A. R. Choppin RE: writes to recommend Dr. John Michael
O'Gorman for appointment. [related letter from LP to Dr. John Michael O'Gorman 2-18-53,
letter of response from Dean A. R. Choppin to LP 2-26-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Trumbell RE: Regrets that Dr. Trumbell cannot attend C.I.T's meeting on protein structure. Will send
reprints of the material covered in the conference. [letter from Dr. Trumbell to LP 2-16-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Manor Market amount: $25.00
- LP writes cheque to: ASCIT Consolidated Charities Drive amount: $20.00
- Memo from Mr. Bartz to LP RE: General memo requests that faculty, professional research staff, and graduate students send
the Industrial Associates abstracts of all articles being submitted to professional journals. Format specifications are given.
- Letter from LP to Mr. Bartz RE: LP thinks that Mr. Bartz's letter to Mr. Hochwalt is good. Suggests referring to the Chemistry
Division as the Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering.
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February 19
- Letter from LP to Henry C. Thomas, Yale University, RE: LP's plans to go to Europe in April of 1953 are final, and he confirms
that he will visit Yale and lecture from 4-16-53 to 4-22-53. [Related letter from LP to Thomas 1-20-53, reply from Thomas to LP 2-25-53]. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s].
- Letter from Ralph Freud, Committee on Public Ceremonies, University of California to LP RE: Happy to hear that LP will be
attending the 3-20-53 ceremony. [Letter in reply from LP to Freud 2-27-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.008].
- Letter from LP to Prof. E. Havinga RE: Writes that he was glad to hear from Prof. Havinga.
From his suggestions, Dr. Itano has proofed the two articles from Gates and Crellin Labs. Goes
on to write about his travel plans for the future. Will be in Brussels for the Solvay Congress, as
well as Germany for the Unitarian Service Committee. Won't be able to visit Holland. [letter
from Prof. Havinga to LP 2-3-53].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Bernard Lewis of the Bureau of Mines RE: In response to Dr. Lewis'
letter, LP writes a letter commenting on Robert Smith, who gave LP as a reference on his
application for a position at the Bureau of Mines. [letter from Dr. Lewis to LP 2-12-53].
- LP writes cheque to: Bennett Travel Agency amount: $349.55
- Letter from Dave Shoemaker of MIT to LP RE: writes about a letter from Bernard Lewis asking
for a recommendation on Bob Smith. Asks what the situation is on the zeta phase as well as
whether Bob Smith has published any work on the problem and what the status of the
ammonium manganimolybdate is. [letter from LP to Prof. Shoemaker 2-10-53, letter from LP to
Prof. Shoemaker 4-13-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #294: File (Shoemaker, David
Clara 1942-1995)].
- Letter from LP to Prof. Professor A. Todd of U. of Cambridge RE: writes in response to Prof.
Todd's letter of 2-10-53, in reference to Bragg and Cochran supporting his desire to attack the
problem of the structure of the simple substances related to nucleic acids. [letter from Prof. A.
Todd to LP 2-10-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #330, file: (Todd, A. R.)].
- Letter from Arnold Beckman to LP RE: Thanks LP for his recent letter. Hopes that he and other members of the Division will
keep him informed on all matters that may come before the Board of Trustees.[Letter from LP to A. O. Beckman 2-16-53] [Filed under LP Science: Box 13.014]
- LP Science: Box 13.017. Periodic status report regarding Contract N6onr-24432 between CIT and the ONR for the period June
1952 through December 1952. [report written by LP]
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February 20
- Letter from LP to W.H. Freeman RE: informs Freeman that the completed illustrations for the second edition of General Chemistry will be done shortly, as Hayward has only five more to complete. [In reply to 2-18-53 letter from Cooper to LP]. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
- Letter from LP to Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, RE: Gives further information regarding applicant for chemistry
fellowships. Also discusses the employment of Avramy Melvin. [Related letter from LP to Guggenheim, 2-18-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
- Letter from LP to Dr. Francis A. Gunther of California Citrus Experiment Station RE: writes to
ask if they have any use of a good animal man who has experience with rabbits, rats, etc. His
wife recently has become ill, and LP believes that a move to Riverside would be beneficial.
- AHP writes cheque to: Susie Perry [Boormans Market] amount: $13.00
- Letter from LP to Joseph O. Hirschfelder RE: in response to Dr. Hirschfelder's letter, writes that
he cannot give him much information about the problem he mentioned about the forces between
molecules. [previous letter from Joseph O. Hirschfelder to LP 2-17-53, letter of response from
Dr. Hirschfelder to LP 5-27-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #125].
- Letter from LP to President DuBridge RE: an increase in the Division of Chemistry's budget by $6000 in order to purchase equipment
for Professor John D. Roberts.
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February 21
- Letter from LP to Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, RE: enclosed is LP's report on the biochemistry prospects
for fellowships. He briefly discusses a student's (Aronoff) politics. [Reply from Moe to LP 2-27-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
- Note from Dr. J. S. McKinley McKee to LP RE: writes again to enquire about the possibility of a
post-doctorate fellowship in their laboratory. He is eager to apply his work in the borderline
between biochemistry and biophysics. [letter of response from LP to Dr. McKinley McKee 3-16-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Market Basket amount: $25.00
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February 22
- Speech by LP on The Place of Science in An Ideal World, First Unitarian Church, Los Angeles, California. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s]
- Note from F. Hilton to LP RE: Writes a letter making comments on the calculation of orientation
rates in benzene substitution reactions in relation to the Whitmore theory. [letter from LP to F.
Hilton 1-5-53 [1952 box], follow-up note from F. Hilton to LP 2-25-53].
- Newspaper commentary on President Eisenhower's decisions regarding tariffs. [Filed under LP Science: Box 10.001]
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February 23
- Letter from Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, to LP RE: Thanks for the reports regarding the Chemistry group.
[In reply to letter form LP to Guggenheim Foundation 2-18-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
- Letter from Prof. Emeleus to LP RE: gives a recommendation of "Clifford" for the temporary
position of Prof. of advanced inorganic chemistry at Cal Tech. Hopes to see LP in April when LP
stops by on his visit to the Solvay Congress. [note in black ink in upper left corner of letter: "To
Dr. Swift"] [letter from LP to Prof. Emeleus 2-11-52, letter of response from LP to Prof. Emeleus
3-16-52].
- Letter from Henry M. Woodburn, University of Buffalo, to LP RE: Outlines LP's schedule for his five day trip to Buffalo in
early May 1953. Also makes requests for lecture topics. [Reply from LP to Woodburn 3-23-53]. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s].
- Newsletter from the Federation of American Scientists. Contains an article about the McCarran Immigration Act.
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February 24
- Speech by LP on The Structure of Proteins and Nucleic Acids, National Academy of Sciences, Washington, D.C. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s]
- Letter from W.H. Freeman to LP RE: Asks LP if he has a second copy of the manuscript to give to Lloyd Malm, who writes an
accompanying laboratory manual to LP's text. Also asks LP to limit corrections to errors and not include simple rewording
to limit costs. [Reply from LP to Freeman 3-17-53]. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
- Letter from Dr. D. P. Riley of The Royal Institution, London, to LP RE: "Confidential" letter in
which he asks for LP's advice. Writes that he has been offered a job in the Chemistry
Department at USC, and asks LP for his confidential opinion of the department there, and
whether he thinks he should move to the States. [letter of response from LP to Dr. Riley 3-13-53].
- Letter from Walter E. Thwaite, Jr. to LP RE: thanks LP for helping him evaluate Dr. Earl W.
Malmberg's application for a Research Corporation grant. His request for research support has
been approved.
- Pauling Scrapbook: (Pasadena) Star News article entitled "Caltech Professors to Wait on
Students in Charity Drive" RE: reports that Caltech Profs. including LP will wait tables at a dinner for the student residents
of the dormitory whose members contributed the most funds to the Caltech annual consolidated charity drive.
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February 25
- LP checks into the Baker Hotel in Dallas, Texas. [Receipt, checkout 2-26-53].
- Letter from Henry C. Thomas, Yale University, to LP RE: Pleased to learn that LP will be visiting the University. Professor
Harned has invited LP and AHP to stay with him. [In reply to 2-19-53 letter from LP to Thomas, reply from LP to Thomas 3-16-53]. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s].
- Letter from F. Hilton to LP RE: continues to write about his issues with the calculation of
orientation rates in benzene substitution reactions in relation to the Whitmore theory. [letter of
response from LP to F. Hilton 2-27-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Adohr Milk Farms amount: $8.90
- Letter from Mr. Dewey B. Larson to LP RE: brings up the matter of liquid volume as one of the
next of his developments for LP to consider. Goes on to describe his ideas and findings. Includes
tables of his calculations. [letter from Mr. Larson to LP 2-17-53, letter from LP to Mr. Larson to
LP 3-9-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #169 (Larson, Dewey)].
- Letter from W. Nowacki to LP RE: asks LP to send him copies of the new "M-cards" by IBM
which make calculating Fourier syntheses more rapid, so he has heard. [note in pen at bottom of
letter: "Verner: How should I answer?", response written out in ink at bottom of page.] [letter
from LP to Prof. Nowacki 3-9-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #220a: file (Nowacki,
Werner)].
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February 26
- LP checks out of the Baker Hotel in Dallas Texas. [Receipt, check-in 2-25-53].
- Letter from W.H. Freeman to LP RE: Thanks LP for sending in the revised chapter 8 manuscript for the second edition of General Chemistry. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
- Letter from Dean A. R. Choppin to LP RE: thanks LP for his letter recommending Dr.
O'Gorman. Will contact him in connection with the position. [letter from LP to Dean Choppin
2-18-53].
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February 27
- LP works on the structure of nucleic acids. He takes Verner Schonaker's suggestion and rotates the phosphate groups ninety-degrees
and performs calculations.
- Letter from Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, to LP RE: Thanks for the review of the biochemistry group. [In
reply to letter from LP to Moe 2-21-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
- Letter from LP to Ralph Freud, Committee on Public Ceremonies, the University of California RE: Will plan to attend the Inaugural
Exercises at the University of California. [Filed under LP Science: 14.008].
- Letter from the University of California Committee on Public Ceremonies to LP RE: Reminds
LP that he will be a guest as a delegate to the inauguration of Dr. Clark Kerr as Chancellor of the
Berkeley Campus, University of California on March 23, 1953. Lists all of the schedule and
technical information to help LP get situated and prepared for the event.
- Letter from LP to F. Hilton RE: thanks F. Hilton for his comments on the calculation of
orientation rates in benzene substitution reactions in relation to the Whitmore theory. At present,
however, he is too preoccupied with the problem of the structure of proteins to devote any time
to the previous problem, though at present the physical-organic chemists such as Winstein are
interested in it. [note from F. Hilton to LP 2-25-53, letter from Mr. Hilton to LP 3-14-53].
- Letter from Mrs. Wulf to Dr. W. D. Kumler RE: Says that LP was glad to see the copies of his
two papers and goes on to list the contribution numbers assigned to them below. Also sends
some information about reprints and asks Dr. Kulmer who he wants to take care of the reprint
requests. [letter from Dr. Kumler to LP 2-5-53, letter of response from Dr. Kumler to Mrs. Wulf
3-2-53].
- Note from Chong Wha Pyun to LP RE: describes his situation at the Seoul National University in
Korea during the Korean war, and his quest to obtain a copy of LP's General Chemistry book.
Requests that LP send him a copy of the book and an autographed photo as well.
- Letter from D.H. Templeton to LP RE: Discusses again the "Maldung constants" as they pertain
to his own work. Also writes that one of Brewer's students has been studying transition metals
with silicon. [drawn graph included with the letter] [mathematical notes in LP's hand drawn in
the left margin] [letter from LP to Dr. Templeton 2-17-53, letter of response from LP to Dr.
Templeton 3-5-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Susie Perry [Boormans Market] amount: $15.00
- AHP writes cheque to: Hoelschers amount: $18.11
- AHP writes cheque to: John C. Behrke, Jr. amount: $129.25
- AHP writes cheque to: Manor Market amount: $25.00
- Letter from Prof. I. M. Kolthoff to LP RE: writes where he will be on certain dates in March and
hopes to meet with LP then to discuss a personal matter. [letter from Prof. Kolthoff to LP 7-10-52, letter from LP to Prof. Kolthoff 3-3-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #158
(Kolthoff, I.M.)].
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February 28
- LP records further calculations on the structure of nucleic acids into his research notebooks.
- Letter from Peter Pauling to LP and AHP RE: Discusses nucleic acid structure: "We still feel that the structure requires sodium,
and somewhere near the oxygens, whose negative charge must be cancelled, to hold the molecule together. We agree that everything
is a little tight... Actually, it is thought at the Cavendish that the structure is pretty good. We have nothing better to
offer." Goes on to discuss finances, traveling, and cars. [Filed under LP Biographical: 5.020].
- Note from T. Imanishi to Dr. Gutenberg [turned over to LP] RE: writes that he encloses his
original paper titled "Oxygen Hydrogen in Metals." Bases his ideas on experimental facts.
Asks if Dr. Gutenberg can use his paper and also requests criticism from LP. [related letter from
Dr. Gutenberg to T. Imanishi cc: LP 3-6-53 [typed date as 1952, but believe it is from 1953],
related letter from LP to Mr. T. Imanishi 3-13-53].
- AHP writes cheque to: Walter Fritts amount: $48.00
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