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June - General

Pauling Scrapbook: Leather World magazine article entitled "Research- Theme of American Leather Chemists at Anniversary Meeting" RE: discusses the American Leather Chemists Association anniversary meeting. Goes on to discuss some of the problems in leather shoe wear that face the world today. Quotes LP.
LP writes cheque to: Peter J. Pauling amount: $125.00
AHP writes cheque to: Aletha Courtney amount: $91.20
LP Biographical: Political Box 2.031. Article: "McCarthy Close Up", The Progressive, June 1953.
LP Science: Box 5.004. Article entitled "A Theory of Ferromagnetism" by Linus Pauling. Reprinted from the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 39, No. 6 pp. 551-560.
LP Science: Box 6.013. Reprint of article "The Oxygen Equilibrium of Hemerythrin and Bohr Effect" from the Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Japan, Vol. 26, No. 4.
LP Science: Box 13.023. Physics Today article "The National Bureau of Standards," by A. V. Astin. This article was originally an invited address before the American Physical Society. [A. V. Astin was considered a controversial figure in the national scene]

June 1

Letter from LP to Peter Pauling RE: Enclosed is a check for $125.00. LP gives an overview of the European travel plans that are taking place from July to August. Mentions that yesterday was Linda's birthday, and that LP and AHP called her. [Filed under LP Biographical: 5.020].
Letter from LP to Professor R. Huisgen, Universitat Munchen, RE: Would be pleased to give a lecture, but thinks the topic of protein structure would be of greater interest than the suggested immunochemistry topic.
Letter from LP to Professor Chatelet, Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, U of Paris RE: Thanks Prof. Chatelet for the letter and the invitation to give some lectures in Paris. However, LP does not think that a visit at this time would be wise. [letter from Prof. Chatelet to LP 5-12-53].
Letter from E. E. Gruber, Program Chairman of the Akron Polymer Lecture Group of The General Tire and Rubber Company to LP RE: Writes that the Akron Polymer Lecture Group is planning a program for the coming year, and they have decided that they would like LP to speak about proteins then. Requests that LP accept their invitation to the East Coast to participate. Sends a copy of last year's program to illustrate the type of program they plan for the coming year. [letter of response from LP to Dr. E. E. Gruber of the General Tire and Rubber Company 6-10-53].
Letter from LP to Dr. Wyman RE: writes that he hopes to delay his visit to France until 1955 due to his acceptance of an invitation from the Indian government to visit them in the winter. [letter from Dr. Wyman to LP 5-11-53, letter of response from Dr. Wyman to LP 6-26-53].
Letter from Dave Shoemaker of MIT to LP RE: encloses copies of a paper on brillouin zones and the prepublication copy of his abstract to be used with his manuscript on the Systematic Method for Calculating Volumes of Truncated Brillouin Polyhedra. [letter from LP to Prof. Shoemaker 4-13-53, related letter from Prof. Shoemaker to Prof. Paul A. Beck of the Dept of Metallurgy of the U. of Illinois 7-23-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #294: File (Shoemaker, David Clara 1942-1995)].
LP Biographical: Business and Financial Box 4.037, Insurance Documents. Insurance statement from the American Automobile Insurance Company for a 1950 M. G. Roadster and a 1950 Riley Drophead Coupe. Policy period goes from June 1, 1953 to June 1, 1954.

June 2

June 3

Letter from Mr. Karl M. Herstein of Herstein Laboratories, Inc. to LP RE: asks LP his opinion of the book Structural Chemistry of Inorganic Compounds, by W. Huckel, which he is to review. He feels that it is poorly translated and written, but seeks a second opinion from LP. [letter of response from LP to Dr. Herstein 6-10-53].
Letter from LP to Joseph O. Hirschfelder RE: in response to Dr. Hirschfelder's letter, writes that he does not mind answering questions about dimensions of atomic models. Does not recommend setting up a committee to compile such information as their values are sufficiently uncertain. [letter from Dr. Hirschfelder to LP 5-27-53, letter of response from Dr. Hirschfelder to LP 7-18-55] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #125].
Letter from LP to John G. Kirkwood RE: writes that he and AHP enjoyed their visit to New Haven. Is glad to learn of Prof. Kirkwood's experiences in France. [letter from Prof. Kirkwood to LP 5-29-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #157a (Kirkwood, John G.)].

June 4

Letter from Theodore McClintock, W.H. Freeman and Company, to LP RE: The printer finished production of galley proofs of the second edition of General Chemistry long before they were expected, and they are being sent via air parcel post. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
LP writes cheque to: Academy of Political Science amount: $6.00
LP writes cheque to: Int'l Society of Hematology amount: $3.00
AHP writes cheque to: Susie Perry [Boormans Market] amount: $21.00
LP Science: Box 13.017. Periodic status report regarding Contract N6onr-24432 between CIT and the ONR for the period January 1953 through May 1953. [written by LP]

June 5

Letter from H.H. Weber, Physiologisches Institut Tubingen, to LP RE: [Written in German - Handwritten P.S. at bottom]. [Reply from LP to H.H. Weber 6-10-53]. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
Letter from E. M. Corson to LP RE: Thanks LP for the letter and goes on to explain where his biochemical interest lies. His focus is mainly in the realm of brain-function and communication theory in relation to concepts and methodology of mathematical physics. Requests further info on the possibility of his working in Pasadena. [letter from LP to Mr. Corson 5-22-53, 6-12-53].
Letter from LP to Mr. Ted Nelson RE: thanks him for the copy of the yearbook of the Page One Ball, 1953. [letter from Mr. Ted Nelson to LP 5-27-53].
Pauling Scrapbook: Footwear News article entitled "Research Keys Leather Chemists' Talks" RE: discusses the problem of the determination of the structure of proteins and mentions LP's presentation "Recent Advances in Knowledge About the Structure of Proteins."
LP writes cheque to: Southern California Section of ACS amount: $2.00
AHP writes cheque to: Crellin Pauling amount: $30.00
LP writes cheque to: Bennett Travel Agency amount: $270.71
Letter from LP to Dr. I. Fankuchen RE: writes that he still intends to prepare a short chapter, on preventive medicine from the standpoint of the fundamental scientists rather than the medical practitioner, for inclusion in the AASW book on Science and Peace. Explains his delay. [previous letter from Dr. Fankuchen to LP 5-26-53, following letter from Dr. Fankuchen to LP 6-8-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #95].
Letter from LP to Prof. Arne Tiselius of Biokemiska Institution, Sweden RE: in response to Prof. Tiselius' letter, gives a tentative plan for his upcoming lecture. [letter from Prof. Arne Tiselius to LP 5-30-53, letter from LP to Prof. Tiselius 6-18-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #330, file: (Tiselius, Arne)].

June 6

June 7

Speech by LP on Recent Advances in Knowledge about the Structure of Proteins, Golden Jubilee Meeting of the American Leather Chemists Association, Cincinnati, Ohio. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s]
Letter from Prof. Eberhardt to LP RE: is appreciative of LP's letter of 5-22-53, and for the opportunity to spend the next Fall at Cal Tech. Unfortunately things have come up which prevent him from leaving Georgia Institute of Technology. Goes on to make some comments on the book College Chemistry for LP. [letter from LP to Prof. Eberhardt 5-22-53, letter of response from LP to Prof. Eberhardt 6-13-53].
Letter from Christopher Grefory to LP RE: Thanks LP for his congratulatory note and the encouragement. Is now working under the ONR contract on the theory of operator fields. [letter from LP to Christopher Gregory 5-25-53].
Note from M. Myant Columbia University to LP RE: writes that Dr. Loeb told him that LP had offered to see him at the end of June. Unfortunately he may not be in California until after June 24th, so he hopes Dr. Itano will be there at that time.
Pauling Scrapbook: Program of the Annual Meeting of the American Leather Chemists Association RE: lists LP as lecturer discussing the topic of "Recent advances in the knowledge about the structure of proteins." [meeting June 7 through 10].
AHP writes cheque to: Walter Fritts amount: $45.00

June 8

AHP writes cheque to: Susie Perry [Boormans Market] amount: $28.00
AHP writes cheque to: Colette Jewelers, Inc. amount: $118.00
AHP writes cheque to: Claremont Hand Prints amount: $8.19
AHP writes cheque to: Dave's Shoe Shop amount: $6.72
Letter from Dr. Fankuchen to LP RE: Thanks LP for his letter and advises him to have his manuscript ready for the AAUW book by the time he leaves for Europe. [previous letter from LP to Dr. Fankuchen 6-5-53, following letter from LP to Dr. Fankuchen 6-18-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #95].

June 9

Letter from Dorothy Snavely, Unitarian Service Committee, to LP RE: Details insurance information for LP's upcoming July trip to Germany. Also requests that he send in his CV and other biographical information for their promotional use. [Reply from LP to Snavely 6-12-53].
Letter from Lord Rothschild to LP RE: requests LP's comments on Dr. L.E.R. Picken's x-ray work for use by the Royal Society to write a report on his work, as LP is more familiar with this type of work. [letter of response from LP to Lord Rothschild 7-1-53].
Letter from Lars Gunnar Sillen to LP RE: thanks LP for accepting the role of Honorary Chairman for the morning session of 7-30-53. Encloses page-proofs with abstracts for his session marked in red.
Letter from Mr. Jeremiah N. Silverman to LP RE: Requests information from LP as to whether he could obtain a modest grant from an American source to enable him to complete his dissertation at Bern in Switzerland. He is interested in structural chemistry and is currently working under the direction of Prof. W. Nowacki. [letter of response from LP to Mr. Silverman 6-30-53].
Pauling Scrapbook: (Pasadena) Star News article entitled "No Mention of Schools Here in State Education Report" RE: gives summary of the 11th report of the State Senate Investigating Committee on Education. Emphasis put on "positive and assertive Americanism and outspoken loyalty to American institutions of freedom." Report mentions LP's name appearing on an official ballot of the Progressive Citizens of America.
AHP writes cheque to: Manor Market amount: $25.00
LP gives Part 1 of Final Exam in his Chemistry 20 class at Caltech. The class was entitled Electric and Magnetic Properties of Molecules. [Filed under LP Biographical: Academia Box 1.012]
Letter from L.A. DuBridge to LP RE: informing of meeting of Division Chairmen.

June 10

June 11

LP gives a commencement lecture at CIT entitled The Scientific Outlook on Life. It discusses the benefit of skeptical thinking - not only in science, but in politics and other activities as well. He gives an example of education from early in the 1900's from Spain. Then goes on to discuss his displeasure with the Congressional investigating committees. He states that it is illegal to attempt to overthrow the government, but not to question and disagree. Class Day Address, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, California. [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s].
Letter from Stanley Schaefer, W.H. Freeman and Company, to LP RE: Enclosed is a cover suggestion for the second edition of General Chemistry. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
Letter from Dr. C. H. Bamford of Courtaulds Limited to LP RE: Asks LP to recommend a man who is needed by the Courtaulds limited Company to serve as Head of the Research Department in Alabama. Secondly, he asks if LP could recommend a man to serve as a consultant in the U.S. [note in blue ink in the margin "Ward Pigman, Hudson etc (illegible, perhaps a name like "Bools") excellent, Now in Alabama" and "?" this mark is put next to the "second problem" of recommendation that Mr. Bamford requested of LP]. [letter of response from LP to Dr. Bamford 6-29-53].
Letter from Prof. Dr. H. Huisgen of the Institut fur Organische Chemie to LP RE: [letter in German, awaiting translation]. [previous letter from Dr. Huisgen to LP 5-20-53].
Pauling Scrapbook: (Pasadena) Star News article entitled "More than 300 Degrees Due at Caltech Rites" RE: discusses the ceremonies involved at the 59th annual commencement of Caltech. LP addressed the seniors on 'the scientific outlook on life.'
AHP writes cheque to: Manor Market amount: $25.00
LP writes cheque to: Jack Bahnke amount: $19.88
AHP writes cheque to: Claude Bloch amount: $27.00
Letter from Prof. H. D. Springall to LP RE: requests that LP write a forward for his book on proteins. Writes that his lab is doing well, as is the University College of North Staffordshire. [letter from LP to Prof. Springall 3-30-53, letter from LP to Prof. Springall 6-30-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #298: File (Springall, H. D.)].

June 12

Letter from the Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics to LP RE: Requests LP to write a 500 word review of The Proteins, Volume I, Part A. The book is being sent under different cover. [Reply from LP to Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics 7-5-53]. [Filed under LP Manuscripts and Typescripts of Articles: 1952a].
Letter from LP to Dorothy Snavely, Unitarian Service Committee, RE: Outlines his schedule for the upcoming july trip to Germany, and encloses all requested biographical information. [In reply to 6-9-53 and 6-10-53 letters from Snavely to LP]. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
Letter from LP to Dr. E. M. Corson RE: Gives further advice about applying for fellowships as well as places to apply for post doctorate research fellow positions, including the chemistry and biology departments at Cal Tech. Asks that Dr. Corson elaborate on his area of interest in his research. [letter from Mr. Corson to LP 6-5-53].
Letter from LP to the Athenaeum Membership Committee RE: writes to request that Sister Martinette receive guest privileges at the Athenaeum for the months of June through July while she will be doing research in their library. [related letter from LP to Sister Mary Martinette 5-26-53].
Letter from S. Winstein to LP RE: wonders if it would be worthwhile to invite D.H.R. Barton to lecture at Cal Tech for an honorarium, as he also intends to lecture at U.C.L.A. [letter of response from LP to Prof. Winstein 6-19-53].
AHP writes cheque to: Alumni Association CIT amount: $4.00
AHP writes cheque to: Mira Loma Mutual Water Co. amount: $17.53
AHP writes cheque to: Market Basket amount: $17.49
AHP writes cheque to: Adohr Milk Farms Inc. amount: $8.46
AHP writes cheque to: San Gabriel Valley Swimming Pool Services amount: $32.86
AHP writes cheque to: Athenaeum amount: $4.80

June 13

Letter from LP to Guggenheim Foundation RE: Favorable recommendation of John Edsall. [In reply to letter from Moe to LP 6-10-53, Reply from Moe to LP 6-15-53]. [Filed under LP Science: 14.011].
Letter from LP to Dorothy Snavely, Unitarian Service Committee, RE: enclosed is completed insurance form and a list of personal items being taken on trip to Germany. [In reply to 6-9-53 letter from Snavely to LP]. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
Letter from Mr. Jack Behncke to Dr. Stafford Warren, Dean of U of California School of Medicine, cc: LP RE: writes some further recommendations that he hopes will convince U of California to accept him into their medical school and sends a final transcript to them. Is working over the summer in Honolulu with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. [associated letter from LP to Dr. Warren 5-21-53, associated letter from Dr. Warren to LP 6-22-53, associated letter from LP to Mr. Jack Behncke 7-1-53].
Letter from LP to Prof. Eberhardt RE: is sorry to hear that he will not actually be coming to Pasadena next fall. Thanks Prof. Eberhardt for the comments about the book College Chemistry. [letter from Prof. Eberhardt to LP 6-7-53].
Research Note Books of LP, RNB 14 RE: short note on the (16, 19, a) structure. [p.14] [previous info. 6-2-53, further info. 6-14-53].
LP writes cheque to: CIT Bookstore amount: $38.10
Letter from LP to President DuBridge RE: The nature of Commencement and changes in speakers to improve presentation.
Letter from LP to Members of the Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering RE: a form letter where members of this division voted on the acceptance of Dorothy Semenow as a graduate student. Includes vote and signature of each voting faculty member.

June 14

Research Note Books of LP, RNB 14 RE: Notes on the IIIC Contracted form of (16, 16, a) with N3 near the axis. Discusses the molecular makeup of the structure. [p.16] [previous info. 6-13-53, further info. 6-14-53 p.17].
Research Note Books of LP, RNB 14 RE: short note on the (16, 10, a) with N3 near axis. Notes trouble with its construction. [p. 17] [previous info. 6-14-53 p. 16, further info. 6-20-53].
Letter from Theodore McClintock, W.H. Freeman and Company, to LP RE: Confirming receipt of two batches of galley proofs of the second edition of General Chemistry back from LP. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].

June 15

June 16

Letter from Jean Sanford, W.H. Freeman and Company, to LP RE: Thanks LP for suggestions regarding what illustrations from the book to use for advertising purposes. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
Letter from Prof. Dr. R. Mecke to LP RE: [letter in German].
Letter from Henry B. Richardson to LP RE: writes that he asked the secretary of the corporation at Harvard, asking them to send LP their statement of the proceedings, as LP requested in his letter. Mentions the results of the matter. [letter from LP to Dr. Richardson 6-10-53].
Memo from R.V. Bartz to LP RE: inquiring whether LP would be willing to stop at Eli Lilly or Hercules Powder on his planned summer vacation in an effort to become involved in the industrial associates seminars. [Reply from LP to Bartz 6-19-53].
AHP writes cheque to: Southern Counties Gas Co. amount: $17.32
AHP writes cheque to: Crellin Pauling amount: $25.00

June 17

Letter from Peter Pauling to LP and AHP RE: Discusses an incident where Peter cracks his right clavicle. Also discusses a trip to Germany and the possible Porsche purchase by LP. [Filed under LP Biographical: 5.020].
Telegram from LP to Mr. A. W. Doll of Pratt Institute, RE: in response to Mr. Doll's telegram, LP gives an evaluation of Dr. John O'Gorman who they are considering as head of their chemistry dept. [copy of rough draft included with telegram] [related note from Dr. John O'Gorman to LP 2-8-53, telegram from Mr. Doll to LP 6-15-53, related note from Dr. O'Gorman to LP 7-9-53].
AHP writes cheque to: Pasadena Star News amount: $7.00
AHP writes cheque to: McBride Animal Hospital amount: $6.50
LP writes cheque to: Beatrice J. Wulf amount: $50.00
AHP writes cheque to: Sunset Magazine amount: $3.00
AHP writes cheque to: Richfield Oil Corporation amount: $18.04
AHP writes cheque to: World Trade Corporation amount: $42.97
AHP writes cheque to: Robert Faig, Treasurer, NCLC amount: $5.00
AHP writes cheque to: Coast Disposal Company amount: $7.00
AHP writes cheque to: Pacific Tel Tel amount: $16.21
AHP writes cheque to: Selina Bendix amount: $10.00
AHP writes cheque to: Dr. Milton Lebenzon amount: $47.00
AHP writes cheque to: Boys Brotherhood Republic amount: $2.50
AHP writes cheque to: Boys Athletic League, Inc. amount: $2.50
Letter from B. H. Sage to LP RE: Requests LP's attendance at the qualifying examinations for Ph.D. students in Chemical Engineering.

June 18

June 19

Letter from LP to Dr. R. Huisgen RE: Thanks him for making hotel reservations for his upcoming July trip to Germany. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
Letter from LP to Dr. Benjamin D. Gordon RE: Is sending the reprint that Dr. Gordon requested and also some of his recent protein papers. Notes that he has dropped work on the synthetic antibodies due mainly to a preoccupation with other subjects. A new development of theirs is the manufacture of specific inorganic absorbents. [note on upper right hand of letter: "sent 7-20-53" and "send reprints"] [this is a letter of response to an undated letter from Dr. Gordon to LP RE: writes to LP in response to a publication of LP's in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, vol.62, 1940 on the alteration of globulin molecules and the development of a synthetic antibody. Requests a copy of LP's paper. Asks why LP ceased his efforts along those lines].
Letter from LP to Mr. John Andre Bussinger RE: is sorry that this letter will arrive too late for use in his debate. In response to Mr. Bussinger's question, LP states that he feels that stand of the American Association of University Professors is a justified one. [note from Mr. Bussinger to LP 5-7-53] [filed under unsorted correspondence 1953].
Letter from LP to Prof. S. Winstein RE: in response to Prof. Winstein's enquiry, states that Cal Tech does not invite speakers during the summers, in an effort to save money. [letter from Prof. Winstein to LP 6-12-53].
Pauling Scrapbook: Pasadena (California) Independent article entitled "Dr. Pauling Will Participate in German Medical Seminar" RE: reports that LP will participate in a special medical discussion that will further mutual understanding between Americans and Germans through the exchange of scientific information.
AHP writes cheque to: Susie Perry [Boormans Market] amount: $8.00
Letter from R. Brill of Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn to LP RE: writes of a student, Mr. Sol Zaromb, who is investigating ice-ammonium fluoride. Encloses a manuscript regarding the matter that they sent to Nature. Hopes Zaromb would be able to work with LP. [manuscript included] [letter of response from LP to Dr. R. Brill 6-30-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #23].
Letter from LP to R.V. Bartz RE: will be unable to stop at either Eli Lilly or Hercules Powder on the way to his European vacation due to time constraints. [letter from R.V. Bartz to LP 6-16-53].
Letter from Dr. Pino to LP: In regards to LP's 6-10-53 letter, Dr. Pino discusses more specifics about what is entailed for LP as a speaker. Gives more details about possible scheduling plans. [reply from LP 7-1-53] [Filed under LP Speeches: 1953s]

June 20

Pauling Scrapbook: (Pasadena) Star News article entitled "Caltech to Host Chemistry Group" RE: reports that Caltech will host the week-long western session of the fourth annual Workshop on the teaching of general chem, sponsored by the American Chem. Society. LP will give a lecture on "The Place of Atomic Structure in the General Chemistry Course."
Research Note Books of LP, RNB 14 RE: notes on the structures with alpha C- (CH2)3 - OC bridge. Lists possible structures that LP has found with non 14-bonded amide groups. [p. 17] [previous info. 6-14-53, further info. 6-21-53].
LP writes cheque to: Victor Martin amount: $158.71
Letter from L.A. DuBridge to various faculty cc: LP RE: Individuals named to an ad hoc administrative committee to review and make recommendations on policies.
LP Science: Box 13.023. Information Bulletin No. 17 from the Federation of American Scientists titled "The Astin Case-- Senate Committee Hearings on AD-X2 start June 22-- National Academy names Committee to study NBS Testing Methods."

June 21

Research Note Books of LP, RNB 14 RE: short note on the structure of the 10 cm model concerning molecule bridges; [p.17] more notes on different structures concerning the alpha C- (CH2)3 - OC bridge; [p. 18] some notes on the structures with bifurcated H bonds [p. 19]. [p. 17-19] [previous info. 6-20-53, further info 6-24-53 p.19].

June 22

June 23

Letter from LP to Peter Pauling RE: Details travel information for Peter who is joining them in Stuttgart. He also mentions that he hasn't received a reply from Porsche regarding the car purchase. [Filed under LP Biographical: 5.020].
Letter from Dr. Walter E. Macpherson to LP RE: thanks LP for his letter telling them of his inability to be with them at their convention in February. [letter from LP to Dr. Macpherson 6-22-53].
Letter from Beatrice Wulf to Dr. M. Kent Wilson RE: in LP's absence, BW has obtained permission from Dr. Corey enabling Dr. Wilson to use one of their figures in his own work. Encloses a print of the figure. [letter from Dr. Wilson to LP 7-16-53, letter of response from Dr. Wilson to LP 11-2-53].
AHP writes cheque to: Marie Antoinette Cakes amount: $12.15
Letter from Dave Shoemaker of MIT to Professor Paul A. Beck of the Dept. of Metallurgy, U. of Illinois cc: LP RE: thanks him for a copy of his recent report on the Curie temperatures of sigma phases. Goes on to ask questions about the results of his work, as well as gives Prof. Beck his own information on the structural relationships between mu and sigma phases. Briefly mentions his delta phase work. [calculations, diagrams and data included] [related letter from Prof. Shoemaker to LP 6-1-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #294: File (Shoemaker, David Clara 1942-1995)].
Letter from LP to Prof. F. J. Toole RE: in response to Prof. Toole's invitation, writes that he is unable to visit in September. Writes that Mr. Nathan is working on the crystal alkaloid. [letter from Prof. F. J. Toole to LP 6-15-53, letter from Prof. Toole to LP 11-10-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #330, file: (Toole, Frank J.)].
Letter from LP to the Chief of Naval Research RE: LP sends 14 copies of a progress report covering work on the structure and properties of proteins and synthetic polypeptides done under a contract with the ONR.[received June 29, 1953][Filed under LP Science: Box 13.018]

June 24

Letter from Dr. E. E. Gruber to LP RE: Is sorry to hear that LP has decided to decline their invitation to speak at their coming lecture. Hopes that LP can give a lecture for them sometime in the future. Wishes LP a enjoyable trip in India. [letter from LP to Dr. Gruber 6-10-53].
Research Note Books of LP, RNB 14 RE: notes on the (10, 10, a) Structure IIIB. Discusses in detail the structure implications as the results of tests. [p. 19-20] [previous info. 6-21-53, further info. 6-25-53].
AHP writes cheque to: Crellin Pauling amount: $25.00
AHP writes cheque to: LA County Pound Department amount: $2.00
AHP writes cheque to: Mrs. Beatrice Wright amount: $5.25
AHP writes cheque to: Susie Perry [Boormans Market] amount: $21.00

June 25

Letter from A. Chatelet to LP RE: [in French] Regrets that LP cannot accept his invitation to give some lectures in Paris for the next year. Is always happy to receive acceptance of an invitation from LP. [letter from LP to A. Chatelet 6-1-53].
Letter from B.L. Johnson, Acting Head of the Department of Chemistry, Montana State College to LP RE: writes that many departments at Montana State College feel that they ought to be able to give doctor of philosophy degrees. However, it is crucial that they be empowered by the Board of Education. Thinks that a few letters from friends in graduate colleges and industry might be of assistance in convincing Board members of the above need. Lists reasons for their wanting to give the doctorate degree and requests that LP write a letter in support. [letter of response from LP to Dr. P. C. Gaines 7-1-53].
Letter from Mr. Bentley Glass, Acting Chairman of the Editorial Board of Scientific Monthly, to LP RE: Writes that the publication is interested in publishing an article including a paper on ferro-magnetism that LP is preparing so as to make the magazine a more well rounded journal that will be representative of all aspects of American science. Asks if LP can prepare a report on the structure of proteins for a meeting that he, LP, will be holding in September for use in the Science publication. [letter of response from LP to Mr. Glass 7-1-53].
Research Note Books of LP, RNB 14 RE: notes on the (10, 10, a) IIIB structure. Notes that LP has built it on the 10 cm = 1Å scale. Several structure drawings included. [p. 21] [previous info 6-24-53, further info 9-6-53].
LP writes cheque to: Automobile Club of Southern California amount: $15.00
LP Science: Box 13.023. LP received a pamphlet entitled "Chemistry," which contains an article "The Battery-Additive Case" about the Astin case.
Letter from Ben Smith, the Association of Scientific Workers, to LP RE: Enquires whether LP would be willing to serve as vice-president of the organization, and notes that he has tentatively been listed as a candidate. [Handwritten note by LP: Answered no].

June 26

Letter from Edmund Field of the Standard Oil Company to LP RE: Requests that LP serve as the principle speaker to the membership of the Chicago Section of the ACS [American Chemical Society] during the coming year. Has set aside three dates during which it would be possible for LP to speak. [follow-up letter from Edmund Field to LP 8-4-52].
Letter from Leo Marion, of the National Research Council, to LP RE: thanks LP for his letter of 6-18-53 concerning the four papers by Dr. W. R. Trost. Based on LP's comments, the papers will not be published in their current form.
Letter from LP to Theodore McClintock, W.H. Freeman and Company, RE: Outlines a plan for McClintock to drop off galley copies of the second edition of General Chemistry to LP at the International Airport in New York. [Filed under LP Books: 1953b].
Letter from Dr. Wyman to LP RE: writes that he agrees with LP's decision to delay his visit to France for a year and to accept the Indian Government's invitation instead. He and Dean Chatelet still plan to finance his visit in 1954-55. [letter from LP to Dr. Wyman 6-1-53].
LP writes cheque to: Astounding Science Fiction amount: $6.00
AHP writes cheque to: Linda Pauling amount: $55.00

June 27

Letter from LP to Dorothy Snavely, Unitarian Service Committee, RE: Will visit the committee upon his return from Germany on 8-31-53. Also mentions that he has been giving one hour lectures in German every day in preparation for the trip. He is scheduled to give twelve lectures total. [In reply to 6-22-53 letter from Snavely to LP]. [Filed under LP Peace: 4.001].
LP writes cheque to: Federation of American Scientists amount: $10.00

June 28

Pauling Scrapbook: (Pasadena) Star News article entitled "Caltech Receives Grant for Basic Research From Polio Foundation." RE: a March of Dimes grant enables scientists at Caltech to continue studies of the molecular structure of certain substances present in the human body and in viruses that cause disease. The investigations will be directed by LP others.

June 29

Letter from LP to Dr. C.H. Bamford of Courtaulds, Limited Research Laboratory RE: writes in response to Mr. Bamford's letter of 6-11-53. Suggests that Courtaulds Inc. consider Dr. W.W. Pigman for hire as the Head of the Research Department. Goes on to sum up Dr. Pigman's experience and qualifications. Has no suggestions for a man to serve as economic consultant for the company. [letter from Dr. Bamford to LP 6-11-53, letter of response from Dr. Bamford 7-24-53].
Letter from S. Schaum of Wirin, Rissman Okrand to LP RE: they have sent his letter of 6-19-53 to Mr. Wirin for his information and reaction. They will arrange an appointment. [filed under W: Correspondence 1953].
Pauling Scrapbook: (Pasadena) Star News article entitled "Pauling Leaving for European Lecture Tour" RE: outlines LP's plans for his two-month visit to Europe.
LP writes cheque to: Davidson Travel Agency amount: $2140.84
AHP writes cheque to: Coleman Chamber Music Association amount: $24.00
AHP writes cheque to: Gene Brown [Ralph's Grocery Company] amount: $8.40
LP writes cheque to: Cash amount: $150.00
AHP writes cheque to: Charles L. Loos amount: $24.28
LP writes cheque to: American Philosophical Society amount: $4.80
AHP writes cheque to: Southern California Edison Company amount: $22.10
AHP writes cheque to: Standard Oil Company of California amount: $8.26
AHP writes cheque to: Pacific Tel Tel amount: $22.77
AHP writes cheque to: Bazar Francais [Charles R. Ruegger Inc.] amount: $24.00
AHP writes cheque to: Fashion Cleaners amount: $22.60
AHP writes cheque to: Southern Counties Gas Co. amount: $14.19
Letter from Dr. Fankuchen to LP RE: in response to LP's letter, Dr. Fankuchen explains his statements about the Dickinson structure [tin tetra-iodide structure] that LP took issue with. [previous letter from LP to Dr. Fankuchen 6-18-53, following letter from LP to Dr. Fankuchen 6-30-53, related letter of response from LP to Dr. Fankuchen 9-3-53] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #95].
LP Science: Box 13.023. Article from Chemical and Engineering News "Academy Names Battery Committee As Senate Reopens Hearings." Discusses the Astin case.

June 30

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