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• Copy of recommendations of the Committee on Machine Shops. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.019
• Pamphlet “The United States and the International Trusteeship System” by the Commission to Study the Organization of Peace. [Filed under AHP General Peace, 1945-1960: Box # 4.009, Folder 9.1]
• The serological properties of simple substances. XI. The reactions of antisera homologous to various azophenylarsonic acid groups and the p-azophenylmethylarsinic acid group with some heterologous haptens. J. Am. Chem. Soc. 67 (September 1945): 1602-1606. Written by: David Pressman, Arthur B. Pardee, and Linus Pauling. [Filed under: LP Publications, 1945p.5]
• Writes cheque to “AAAS” $5.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.3]

• Letter from Dr. Edward A. Doisy to LP RE: Discusses the case of the young son of a friend of his who is interested in majoring in Chemistry. Asks if LP believes Cal Tech would be the best environment for the individual. Mentions that he regrets that their meetings have been terminated, and hopes to see LP when he comes East. [Letter from LP to Doisy September 14, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box: #96.6, file:(Doisy, Edward A., 1943-1947, 1952)]
• Letter from W.H. Eberhardt to Dr. Harris M. Chadwell, Office of Scientific Research and Development, cc: Mr. G.A. Richter. Tells him that they have gathered several progress and defense committee reports which are being forwarded to him under separate cover. Provides him with a tabulation of all of their reports. Asks if he would like a more formal statement about their reports for Colonel Shaw. Attached is a list of reports returned to Dr. H.M. Chadwell and several copies of the Office of Scientific Research Development's Receipts of Classified Material for this letter, the attached list, and several reports from Eberhardt to Chadwell. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.016
• Writes cheque to “First Fed. Sept. 1 payment” $210.24 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.3]
• Writes cheque to “Frank S. Hirata. Gardening - 12 days $5 a day-” $60.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “Mr. E.W. Crellin. Sept 1 payment” $80.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.3]
• Writes cheque to “Stewart & Quigley. 10.00 Workmans May 22 on 54.62 Auto June 1 on” $64.62 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.3]

• Certificate to AHP: Citation for Volunteer Services during World War II for the County of Las Angeles. [Filed under AHP Awards: Box #3.011, Folder #11.3]
• Letter from LP to AHP. [Filed under LP Safe: Box #1.017, Folder #17.29]

  [This letter is one of a series from a trip the LP took. The date is based off the postmark date of one of the letters (9/10/45). That envelope was sent from New York in the later half of the trip. The rest of the letters are dated based on the location LP was at in relation to the NY postmark.]

  [on California Institute of Technology letterhead]

  Sunday noon

  [Sept. 2, 1945]

  Dearest love:

  It is a beautiful day- we are rolling along between Albuquerque and Las Vegas, in the bright sunshine. The desert between Barstow and Needles was wonderful last evening.

  I read my paper and magazine and part of Zachary Taylor, and slept from 9 to 9, after my supper of cheese and crackers and pickles, wich all tasted fine. I have also been thinking about my Chicago speech, and about Thorfin and other people and Cal Tech.

  The train is, as usual, full of movie men ^ (I suppose) with lounging jackets & open ^-neck shirts.

  Love from

  Paddy

  Let me know if you hear from Liny. I had my hair trimmed- this morning- only 75¢!

• Lecture notes for The Nature of the Chemical Bond - Labor Day - no lecture.. [Filed under LP Biographical: Academia: Box 1.013, Folder 13.11]
• Letter from AHP to LP. [Filed under LP Safe: Box #1.017, Folder #17.30]

  Monday Sept. 3 [1945, from perpetual calendar & letter content]

  Dearest Paddy:

  Today has been fearfully hot but less humid than yesterday hence more endurable. Yesterday was intolerable. The official temperature was only 100 degrees, however, with a minimum of 68 degrees!!

  We had a nice surprise Saturday night by young Linus who called at 9:30. He left tonight and leaves Tuesday for Fort Monmouth, New Jersey. I have given him your New York address and he will try to see you. He is to go to school there for a short period and then overseas. He thinks he won't have another time at home. He was sorry not to see you but brought a nice compliment for you. His friends Brooks had been home to dinner at which the chief engineer of the Southern California Gas Company who had known you at Cal Tech said you were the most brilliant man he'd ever seen! Hmmmmmm!

  Linus decapitated two red roosters last night. We dry plucked them-a bit longer but results are better. I fried them today. They were surely delicious! I read somewhere that fowl should be dry plucked and kept out of water to be at its best. I believe it. I made fresh rolls, potato salad and a devils food cake. So we had really a feast on our front porch.

  Yesterday Betty and Albert came. I believe they are a bit at odds with one another and I don't think she wants me to come down to the beach! I'm going to let the children ask George tomorrow and if he says it is all right I'm going to not let Betty spoil the children's and my plans. I f they would only let us stay by ourselves! We'd like it better and it would certainly be cheaper; but there is the difficulty. Albert likes to eat with us, poor, simple fellow!

  I'll take the Claus Mann to Mrs. Wilson tomorrow. [The last line was crossed out with pencil except for "Claus Mann" which was circled with an arrow down to the word "he" in the next sentence which is also crossed out] I think he is an intelligent person and perhaps a better writer than the average Guggenheim Fellow.

  [page 2]

  He is trying desperately to have a message to tell and poor fellow, he hasn't any and if he did, he might say it very well. The same thing is wrong with him that is wrong with all Germans and Germany--a deep and complete conviction that he is superior and that his is the fundamental conception.

  Actually, he is pretty trivial and considering his great opportunities a pretty inspired dish. Did you notice he hobnobs with Murial Rukeyser and that great authoress Carson McCullers? [this last sentence is also crossed off in pencil.]

  Tuesday

  Another very warm day.

  Love to you.

  Ava Helen

  Linda

  Peter

  Crellin

• Manuscript, Poster: No Title, [re: immunology research] Irons/Pick lecture, Nu Kappa Nu Medical Fraternity, University of Chicago, Illinois. [Filed under: LP Speeches, 1945s.4]

  The Pick Lecture for Nu Kappa Nu Medical Fraternity, University of Chicago, September 3, 1945

  Mr. President, gentlemen: I thank you for the honor of allowing me to present the Pick Lecture.

  First, let me say a few words about why I, a chemist, am interested in medical research, and in particular in serology. There are two reasons: First, for many years I have worked on the structure of molecules, simple and then more and more complex; and antibodies provide a most interesting structural problem. Second, I have, as everyone has, a natural, human interest in disease - an interest as old as thinking man - Shakespeare, in a play about the Trojan war, had Thersites mention to Patrodus, "...the rotten diseases of the south, the guts-griping, ruptures, catarrhs, loads o' gravel i' the back, lethargies, cold palsies, raw eyes, dirt-rotten livers, wheezing lungs, bladders full of imposthume, sciaticas, lime-kilus i' the palm, incurable bone-aches, and the rivelled fee-simple of the tetter..."

  Some of these ailments no longer give us great concern. There has been marvelous progress during the last century: deaths from scarlet fever are in 20 years down 92%, from whooping cough 74%, from measles 91%; osteomyelitis and even bacterial endocarditis are responding to treatment with penicillin.

  The consequences of the great success in the treatment of infectious diseases is that the degenerative diseases have become more important. 45% of all deaths are now due to cardiovascular-renal disease; infectious diseases are still second, with cancer third - and much human suffering is caused by the common cold, arthritis, asthma and hay fever, peptic ulcer.

  But, if the expectancy of life has increased to 63, why should we not be satisfied? Well, as Thomas Browne said 300 years ago, "The long habit of living indisposeth us for dying."

  There are two ways of carrying on medical research. First, direct attack on a particular disease, planned with the use of the information at hand. Second, the fundamental study of the human body, bacteria and viruses and other carriers of disease, and their interaction with each other and with their environment, to obtain new insight, clues that point the way for progress. Our serological studies are in this class.

  Dr. Karl Landsteiner introduced me to serology... Perhaps he remembered what Ehrlich had said about serology and structural chemistry (Quote it) (Here discussion of structure of antibodies in relation to specificity and precipitation - 15 slides; anaphylaxis, complement, etc. ignored because I don't understand them. Acknowledgement to Campbell, Pressman and others.)

  There is still very much that we do not know - even the gross shapes of globulin molecules and other protein molecules except the viruses. We can hope that the electron microscope will solve the riddles of life that are hidden in the 10 Å to 100 Å region.

  And now, young men, let me stop my talk with a word of advice to you - be bold, not timid; do your daily work well, and in addition be ever on the watch for the clear ring around the spot of mold on the cultured late, for the surprising regression of the carcinoma in the patient with erysipelas, for the electronic instrument which makes possible a new operation; do not hold back because some one else knows more chemistry than you do, or has had more clinical experience - remember that you are unique, that no one else has the same combination of inherited characteristics, training, and experience that you have, no one else will see the same patient from the same point of view; remember that the world is moving forward, and be ready to seize the chance when Fate offers, and then make your contribution.

• Telegram from Dr. Reuben Wood, Maryland Research Laboratories to LP RE: Says he was offered and accepted the job at George Washington, thanks him for wiring, and says he probably will not make it to California until June. [Telegram from LP to Wood August 30, 1945, letter from LP to Wood September 13, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: 438.7]

• Letter from Felix Bloch to LP RE: Replies that DeVault worked with him in 1942, and though a good worker and able scientist, DeVault discontinued his work on the project due to his convictions as a conscientious objector. Adds that DeVault was imprisoned when he did not show up after being drafted by the Army. Goes on to express hope that LP can arrange probation for DeVault at Cal Tech. [Letter from LP to Bloch August 31, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box #93: file:(DeVault, Don, 1937, 1939-1942, 1945, 1957-1961, 1965, 1969, 1976, 1981, 1983, 1985, 1987)]
• Letter from G.H. Manuel, British Commonwealth Scientific Office to LP RE: Requests an official acknowledgment of receipt for the articles sent. [Letter from LP to Manuel September 13, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #37.12, file:(B: Correspondence 1945)]
• Letter from LP to AHP. [Filed under LP Safe: Box #1.017, Folder #17.31]

  [This letter is one of a series from a trip the LP took. The date is based off the postmark date of one of the letters (9/10/45). That envelope was sent from New York in the later half of the trip. The rest of the letters are dated based on the location LP was at in relation to the NY postmark. There is also a letter from AHP during that time with the date 9/3/45]

  [This letter came as one of three from the envelope with the postmark from NY, NY on 9/10/45]

  [on California Institute of Technology stationery]

  Tuesday morning

  [Sept. 4, 1945]

  Dearest love:

  We are now approaching Boston, where I shall go to a meeting in Lamb's office; and then on to Washington overnight.

  I was happy to stay with Thorfin and Phoebe. They had a party after my lecture. The lecture was well received- about 300 people were there, and they all stood up when I was introduced, and again at the end, while applauding- which embarrassed me, and made me think that my hair must be dropping out very fast indeed.

  Urey & Coryell & Allison & Teller & Gustafson (new vice-pres of Chi.) and Mrs G. and Milliken & Mary H. & Johnson & others were at the party. Warren [inserted] Johnson is the new chairman of the Chem Dept. Bartke & Mrs B. were also there. Urey seems to be better behaved than formerly- his rebuff at Columbia may do him good. I didn't see Fermi. Charles is just the same.

  Allison had made a strong public statement against keeping the A-bomb secret from Russia. He said the same things I said to Jerry Voorkies. I think that Union Now with Russia is the only hope for the world.

  Chicago is surely making big plans for its Nuclear Institute.

  Love from

  Paddy

• Letter from LP to Prof. N. V. Sidgwick, Lincoln College, Oxford, RE: Comments on his improving health and gives permission for Sidgwick to quote values from the Chemical Bond. States that Roscoe Dickinson died in July from colon cancer. Hopes Sidgwick can come to Cal Tech soon. [Letter from N. C. Sidgwick to LP August 21, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #364.1]
• Letter from LP to Ruth DeVault RE: States that he is continuing to work on finding a position for Dr. Don DeVault at Cal Tech, but progress has been slowed by the sudden end of the war. [Letters from DeVault, Ruth to LP July 2, 1945, October 10, 1945; from DeVault, Don to LP September 21, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box #93: file:(DeVault, Don, 1937, 1939-1942, 1945, 1957-1961, 1965, 1969, 1976, 1981, 1983, 1985, 1987)]
• Letter from William Shockley, Bell Telephone Laboratories, to LP RE: States his need for more young scientists to work at Bell Telephone Laboratories, and explains the current areas of research. Stresses the need for a good physical chemist, but states that they have openings for any kind of chemist. Describes his recent travels and work with the Pentagon. [Filed under LP Correspondence: #363.2]
• Receipt for classified material from W.H. Eberhardt to Professor A.B. Lamb, Harvard University. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.022
• Writes cheque to “Cash to me” $75.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “Loan to Linus Jr” $100.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]

• Letter from LP to Dr. Eugenio Mariani, Instituto di Chimica Applicata, R. Universita, RE: Replies that he will have Cornell University Press send him the second edition of “The Nature of the Chemical Bond.” Comments on the new edition. Agrees that Mariani may add an index of Italian scientists working on the chemical bond to the Italian edition of the book. Sends reprints under separate cover. [Letter from Mariani to LP June 26, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #255.12, file:(M: Correspondence, 1945)]
• Letter from LP to George L. Clark RE: Apologizes for the delay in his response. Recommends both Noyes and Waser for instructorship positions in chemistry at the University of Illinois, outlining their qualifications. [Letter from Clark to LP March 29, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #66.2, file:(Clark, George L., 1939, 1942, 1945, 1952, 1954)]
• Letter from LP to Prof. F. O. Rice, Head, Chemistry Dept., Catholic University of America, RE: States he waited to respond to Rice's letter till he had someone to recommend, and now he recommends Dr. Jurg Waser and Dr. John Otvos. Describes the education, personality, and experience of both men. [Letter from F. O. Rice to LP March 28, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: 340.10]
• Letter from M. H. Arvenson, Chairman, Chicago Section, to LP. RE: Announces that Dr. F. C. Whitmore will receive the Willard Gibbs Medal on September 28th. Requests the presence of LP and AHP at the presentation dinner. [Filed under LP Science: American Chemical Society: Materials re: Committees and Awards, 1948-1951, 1967: Box # 14.010 Folder #10.7]
• Letter from Miss Frances L. Clapp, Director of the Testing Division of Lederle Laboratories, Inc., to LP. Informs him that she is sending 500 milligrams of pneumococcus Type 4 polysaccharide, Lab. No. 22, which has been tested for specificity and appears satisfactory. [Letter from the secretary to LP to Clapp, September 7, 1945] LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.016
• Letter from Robert M. Hutchins, Chancellor, University of Chicago, to LP RE: Invites LP to a conference on the danger of weapons development and the measures needed to prevent the use of technology for destructive purposes to be held in Chicago from September 19-22. Sends him a class of the Smyth report, and requests LP send his response. [Letter from LP to Hutchins September 25, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box 163, file:(Hutchins, Robert M.)]
• Writes cheque to “Ann Eastman. Towels” $4.14 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]

• Letter from A. N. Campbell to LP RE: Sends questions regarding intermediate compounds related to iodine, chloride, and bromine. [Letter from LP to Campbell September 19, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box: #74.13, file:(C: Correspondence 1945)]
• Letter from Dr. E. Brand to LP RE: Sends an update on his work with amino acid residues and asks if LP knows where he could obtain some radio-active sodium sulfate. [Letters from LP to Brand June 15, 1945, September 18, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #37.12, file:(B: Correspondence 1945)]
• Letter from LP to Victor Reynolds, Cornell University Press. RE: Asking the publisher to send a copy of his book on the chemical bond to some italian translator. [Filed under: LP Manuscripts of Books, 1939b.2]

• Letter from Julian M. Sturtevant, Radiation Laboratory, MIT, to LP RE: Inquires if there is an opening for a chemist at Caltech, and states he is looking for post-war work. Gives his relevant education and experience, including some publications and work which he has directed. [Letters from J. C. Street to LP August 28, 1945, from Julian M. Sturtevant to LP September 14, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #370.5]
• Letter from LP to AHP. [Filed under LP Safe: Box #1.017, Folder #17.32]

  [This letter is one of a series from a trip the LP took. The date is based off the postmark date of one of the letters (9/10/45). That envelope was sent from New York in the later half of the trip. The rest of the letters are dated based on the location LP was at in relation to the NY postmark. There is also a letter from AHP during that time with the date 9/3/45]

  Friday Morning 7:30

  [Sept. 7, 1945]

  Dearest love:

  I am arriving in Washington, a day late, having failed to get a berth from Boston on Wednesday night. As it was, I enjoyed the extra day in Cambridge. [Kisty] happened to come in, and I had dinner with him, and learned a great deal. All the atomic bomb people are upset about politics now- about secrecy from Russia, especially.

  We saw Van Vleck and Abigail for a few minutes in the Faculty Club, and also I saw Phil Morse Wednesday night as he was getting on the train.

  I am feeling fine- no cold or anything. I'll be glad to get back home.

  Love from

  Paddy

  P.S. We are just coming into the station in Washington. I'm going to an NRDC meeting, and then shall try to see the Army, the Navy (a part at least), and Tolman.

  Paddy

• Letter from Luella A. Huggins, Attorney at Law, to LP. RE: Has prepared an article for publication. Encloses a copy of the article, and a sample chapter from her book. Gives a short biography of herself. Asks him to return the manuscripts when he is done. [Filed under LP Science: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 1925-1945: Box #14.013 Folder #13.19]
• Letter from the secretary to LP to Miss Frances L. Clapp, Director of the Testing Division of Lederle Laboratories, Inc. Acknowledges the 500 milligrams of pneumococcus Type 4 polysaccharide, Lab. No. 22, which they received. [Letter from Clapp to LP, September 5, 1945] LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.016
• Note from George Tunell to LP RE: States he will be in Sierra Madre for the winter and spring and mentions he would like to attend a seminar, possibly on crystal structure or a course on quantum mechanics. [Letters from LP to George Tunell February 15, 1945, September 19, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #410.10]

• Letter from Dr. Thomas Addis to LP RE: Outlines his current situation at Stanford, expressing his fear that the Dean will pressure him to retire in order to make room for an industrial health laboratory. Mentions that Dr. Bloomfield, the department head, is not of the same opinion. States that he would like to continue in his current position if possible, but would also be thrilled to work in Pasadena, as he is now becoming more interested in teaching and group collaborations. There is a note in pen in the upper left corner of the first page: “File.” [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #2.1, file:(Addis, Thomas 1940-1945)]
• Letter from LP to AHP. [Filed under LP Safe: Box #1.017, Folder #17.33]

  [This letter is one of a series from a trip the LP took. The date is based off the postmark date of one of the letters (9/10/45). That envelope was sent from New York in the later half of the trip. The rest of the letters are dated based on the location LP was at in relation to the NY postmark. There is also a letter from AHP during that time with the date 9/3/45]

  [This letter also refers to it as being day 7 of a twelve day trip. This helped reference the dates with the postmark date]

  [on The Biltmore, New York City letterhead]

  Saturday night

  [Sept. 8, 1945]

  Dearest love:

  Our Guggenheim meeting has come and gone - none tomorrow. We had lunch together, and tonight Aydelotte [?] had us to dinner at the Harvard club - Moe + Edith, Dr Sabin, + I - Wilson + Notestein [?] had gone back home.

  I had your statement about Klaus Marn after he had been discussed a bit; it created a sensation - nothing like it for sense, clarity, and pointedness had turned up before! I think that your reputation is now made.

  Your three letters have arrived. I'm sorry the Zephyr misbehaves + I hope to see Liny.

  Thursday night I had a berth from Boston to Washington, + last night a chair in the club car to New York (7 to 11³⁰). The Washington meeting went well - the Navy will continue our war job for a year.

  The Moe's want you to see them in January - also I've promised Ayedolette that you + I will stop in Princeton - remember this!

  I've spoken tentatively to Farinholt about coming out as an administrative assistant to me - perhaps in February.

  My trip is 7/12 over now. Mrs Sherman in Moe's office got me a berth to Chicago + then home on the Supercheif - arriving Thursday.

  Whoopee!

  I've talked with lots of people about the atomic bomb, Union Now, the future of the world, etc.

  I love you.

  Sept 1945 Your

  Paddy

• Letter from LP to AHP. [Filed under LP Safe: Box #1.017, Folder #17.34]

  [This letter is one of a series from a trip the LP took. The date is based off the postmark date of one of the letters (9/10/45). That envelope was sent from New York in the later half of the trip. The rest of the letters are dated based on the location LP was at in relation to the NY postmark. There is also a letter from AHP during that time with the date 9/3/45]

  [This was one of three letters in the envelope with the postmark 9/10/45 in NY, NY]

  [on California Institute of Technology stationery]

  Sunday night

  Dearest love:

  Tomorrow I'll start home! I'm glad. I haven't done mush today- I've been in my room mostly- the Mirsky's are away (Miss Sabin told me) and I thought That Liny might come or phone.

  Recently Waldemar Kaempffert and Warren Weaver have been arguing in the N.Y. Times about proper support of research- K. wants anything efficient & organized. I have just written a 10-page statement in rebuttal of K.'s last letter, in today's Times. If I see Warren tomorrow I'll show it to him.

  After breakfast this morning I took the Fifth Ave. Bus to Washington Square, and walked down Thompson St, the Italian region. It was a sight!- They have just welcomed the soldiers home, which made the refuse more varied than usual (confetti with the papers & garbage & junk). Then I came to the hotel for 3 hours, and then (3 to 6) went to the Museum of Modern Art and a newsreel theater- I've been in my room since then.

  I love you, darling

  Your Paddy

• Letter from LP to Dr. H. F. Jordan, U.S. Rubber Co., RE: Recommends Dr. John Otvos and Mr. William Shand to work for the U.S. Rubber Co. [Letters from H. F. Jordan to LP July 6, 1945, September 11, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #421.6]

• 4:30pm - Lecture Notes for The Nature of the Chemical Bond - Lecture 10: Dr. Waser on Einstein's derivation of the Planck distribution law. [Filed under LP Biographical: Academia: Box 1.013, Folder 13.11]
• Letter from C.R. Heck, C.R. Heck Inc., to LP . RE: Heck says that he is joining with Mr. Cattel in a new publishing company, and they hope that LP will consider them when he decides to publish his chemistry text. [Filed under LP Manuscripts of Books, 1947b5.12]
• Letter from Dr. James Conant to LP RE: Informs him that they are forming a committee at Harvard to review recommendations for appointments in the department of Nuclear Chemistry. Asks LP if he would be willing to advise them on a correspondence basis. [Letter from LP to Conant September 17, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #66.15, file:(Conant, James B., 1929-1930, 1933-1936, 1938-1940, 1942, 1945, 1952)]
• Letter from James Allen to LP RE: Inquires as to whether their would be a laboratory he could rent at Cal Tech to conduct experiments, or whether there would be something else available in the Los Angeles area. [Letter from LP to Allen September 20, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #12.11, file:(A: Correspondence, 1945)]
• Letter from LP to AHP. [Filed under LP Safe: Box #1.017, Folder #17.35]

  [This letter is one of a series from a trip the LP took. The date is based off the postmark date of one of the letters (9/10/45). That envelope was sent from New York in the later half of the trip. The rest of the letters are dated based on the location LP was at in relation to the NY postmark. There is also a letter from AHP during that time with the date 9/3/45]

  830 pm Monday

  [Sept. 10. 1945]

  [added later in LP's handwriting: 1945]

  Dearest love:

  At last the end of this long period of separation has come close enough to allow me to begin to think about it and to look forward to being with you again. Tomorrow will be another long day - but the next day, Wednesday, will see me starting back to you (I have a reservation to Chicago), and I hope that on Thursday I can get on the Sante Fe, and be home on Saturday, or at the latest Sunday.

  Today has been a long day of talk, with Daisy Palmer, and the other members of the Committee. I don't like t his general sort of planning very well. I'll be glad when this job is done - but I do think that it is very important, and that it is good that the fundamental sciences are represented. Several of my ideas have been accepted, such as that of having well-paid senior fellows as young independent researchers.

  Yesterday I rested until noon, and then went to the Metropolitan; the famous paintings are back, after years of hiding, and I enjoyed seeing the Rembrants, and Frans Hals, and a French figure painter named Courbet [sp?] - fine nudes. I looked for a long time too at the Rospigliosi Cup of Benvenute Callini gold shell, inlayed with enamel, on a dragon on a tortoise.

  I met Carl Darrs [sp ?] in the Museum. Then I walked across the Park, through

  [page 2 is on the next sheet]

  the snow and [the word "across" crossed out] by the frozen lake, covered with skaters, to the Miskeys, for tea with the Michaelis'es and the Otto Loesi's (did you ever meet them, in 1941? He won the Nobel prize for work on nerves). Then I came home and went to bed.

  After our meeting tonight I went to Gimbels to see the antiques (WR Hearst collection); and I bought a gift for you and one for Linda, both having appealed to me. [added later in LP's handwriting: Persian prience [sp ?] jar]

  I've given up hope of ever hearing from you again - your last letter was written eleven days ago, and I conclude that at last there has arrived that time, which I have dreaded for so long, when you have tired of me and have taken up with a younger, handsomer, and more vigorous man, or with an older, but distinguished and romantic one (perhaps a hand-kisser from Hungary - von Karman, perhaps). I'm not even sure that I should come back to Pasadena, only to be rebuffed.

  Your own

  Paddy

  [This letter is torn or cut in several places, and is patched together with small bits of "lick and stick" paper.]

• Propositions Submitted by John William Sease for the PhD Oral Examination. [LP Biographical CIT: Materials re: Teaching and Advising of Graduate Students by Linus Pauling, 1935-1963: Box #1.016, Folder 16.2]
• The Nature of the Chemical Bond, class notes of David Shoemaker: Dr. Pauling, Heat Capacity of Gases [Filed under LP Biographical: Academia: Box 1.013, Folder 13.5]
• Writes cheque to “A.C. Vroman. Books for Dr. Bell” $38.44 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “CA Morse. 8-1 to 10-1" $3.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “Coleman Chamber Music Assn” $21.60 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “Collector of internal revenue. Income tax in full for Linus & me” $228.40 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “Mira Loma H2O Co” $7.13 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “S. Cal. Ed. Co” $15.20 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “S. Cal. Tel. Co” $8.33 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]

• Letter from H. F. Jordan, U.S. Rubber Co., to LP RE: States he was impressed with Dr. John W. Otvos and has invited him to visit. Requests Mr. William Shand write to U.S. Rubber Co. when he returns from the South Pacific. Asks to have any interested, qualified students write to them. [Letter from LP to Dr. H. F. Jordan September 4, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #421.6]
• Letter from H.A. Barker to LP RE: Informs LP of details concerning the case of Dr. Don DeVault. States that Devault was sent to a camp for conscientious objectors, and later sentenced to time in the penitentiary due to his uncooperative behavior in the camp. [Letters from LP to Baker August 31, 1945, September 15, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box #93: file:(DeVault, Don, 1937, 1939-1942, 1945, 1957-1961, 1965, 1969, 1976, 1981, 1983, 1985, 1987)]
• Letter from Linus Pauling Jr to AHP RE: Discusses his trip east and everything he got to see. Talks about the setup for when he goes out on transport. [Filed under LP Biographical: Personal & Family, Family Correspondence: Linus Carl Pauling, Jr. 1946-1956: Box #5.037, Folder 37.1]

  11 Sept. 1945

  Dear Mom

  Quite a surprise awaited us here: we take a three weeks course on sea search radar and then go to sea on army transports. Navy, yet. We've decided an appropriate name is "sailjer."

  Camp Edison is a little subsidiary of Fort Monmouth it's between a couple of suburban residential villages about sixty miles from N.Y. the only trouble is that I'll be here only three weeks.

  We had a horrible trip east I couldn't go by myself because the big shots at Hammer changed their minds at the last minute. So we rode all the way on a troop eluper. Because of a bridge failure and an accident we were a tad late.

  We can via Oakland. Salt lake City , Denver, Chicago, Washington, Philadelphia, and Jersey City. So I saw both oceans on this trip. Also the magnificent Colorado scenery, the statue of Liberty, and the Manhattan sky line. I visited the Hognesses for several hours on Sunday as Dad will probably find out. They were very nice, as usual. Thorfin showed me the Chicago campus. They asked me to say hello to you for them. Mrs. Hogness wanted to know when you were coming east.

  I don't know what life on a transport will be like, or what port we'll sail out of, or whether I'll get time off between trips. It may turn our to be a good deal. We work in crews of three-two operators and one mechanic, with one crew to a ship.

  I'll write again with further news, I think I'll be able to get to N.Y. at least one weekend. Everything remains to be seen.

  All my love, Mom.

  Linus

• Note from Dr. Thomas Addis to LP RE: Informs LP that a Dr. Benjamin Miller will be coming to Pasadena to see him, with a note from Dr. B. O. Raulston. Mentions that Dr. Miller has worked at the Rockefeller Institute and is currently on faculty at the University of Chicago Medical School but is looking to transfer out West in hopes that a different climate will alleviate his health problems. [Letter from LP to Dr. Addis September 20, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #2.1, file:(Addis, Thomas 1940-1945)]

• Letter from Dr. Edward W. Hughes to LP RE: Discusses his leave of absence due to allergy problems and Dr. Otto Beeck's objections to his departure. Notes he will leave for Pasadena around September 29th. Adds that he will bring the Fourier results to Pasadena, noting similar work has appeared recently in “Nature.” In a post-script notes that Bill will return October 1 and is renewing his request for 2-butanol. [Letter from LP to Hughes September 17, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #163.1, file:(Hughes, Edward)]
• Letter from E. P. Stevenson, Member, Division 11, OSRD, National Defense Research Committee, to LP. RE: Is preparing a Historical Summary of Division 11's oxygen program. Would like to give credit to the men who worked on it. Would like LP's cooperation on the matter. [Memo fro Pauling to Sturdivant September 19, 1945] [Filed under LP Science: Scientific War Work - Materials re: the Pauling Oxygen Meter, 1940-1947: Box #13.001 Folder #1.1]
• Letter from Henry Allen Moe, Secretary, Guggenheim Foundation, to Committee of Selection. RE: Encloses a letter from Dr. Elmer Ellis. Asks for mail vote on the matter. Adds the minutes from the last meeting regarding the matter. [Filed under LP Science: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 1925-1945: Box #14.013 Folder #13.19]
• Letter from W. H. Rodebush, Dept. of Chemistry, University of Illinois, RE: States he is looking for a post-doctorate research assistant, over age 25, for eleven months, with a $2200 stipend. Says he is aware that this position will be hard to fill due to the draft and war. [Letter from LP to Prof. W. H. Rodebush October 2, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #335.6]
• Memorandum from W.C. Lothrop, Technical Aide to Division 19, to Dr. A.B. Lamb, Dr. B.L. Clarke, Dr.E.C. Harvey, Mr. S.E. Eaton, Jr., LP, and Dr. R.D. Evans, cc: Mr. G.A. Richter. Presents the official OSRD regulations on retention and storage by contractors of their classified files. LP Safe: Drawer 2, Folder 2.010

• Letter from Edward C. Barrett, Secretary, to LP. Notifies him that at the meeting of the Board of Trustees on September 11, 1945, LP was elected as a member of the Executive Committee and lists the other members of the committee. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.019
• Letter from LP to Dr. Reuben Wood, Maryland Research Laboratories RE: Says he is glad to learn Wood accepted the job at George Washington even though they were looking forward to him coming to Cal Tech, says that Dr. Beckman has found that everything on the oxygen meter is classified open so they can get their manuscripts ready for submission, and asks Wood to write him about George Washington once he's been there for a while. [Telegram from Wood to LP September 3, 1945, letter from Wood to LP October 23, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: 438.7]
• Letter from LP to Dr. W. Albert Noyes, Office of Scientific Research and Development. [Letter from Noyes to LP September 29, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #279.5, file:(Noyes, W. A., Jr.)]

  September 13, 1945

  Dr. W. Albert Noyes

  Office of Scientific Research and Development

  1530 P Street NW

  Washington, D.C.

  Dear Albert:

  The other day Farinholt was telling me about a report which you have and which, I understand, he has read. This report deals with experiments carried out in Germany on the resistance of human subjects to cooling of the body and then warming in different ways.

  I would like very much to read this report. Could you arrange to have a copy sent to me, or, if not, could you tell me who is in charge of the report.

  I am glad to say that our Division 8 work has turned out very well, and that Richard has made an excellent contribution throughout his services. It seems likely that we shall continue for another year under a contract with the Bureau of Ordnance. It might, however, be possible to let Richard go, in case that he wants to leave for a good offer, and I think that two or three universities are now interested in him.

  Sincerely yours,

  Linus Pauling

  LP:gw

• Letter from LP's secretary to G.H. Manuel, British Commonwealth Scientific Office RE: Returns and acknowledges receipt of the articles. [Letter from Manuel to LP September 4, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #37.12, file:(B: Correspondence 1945)]

• Letter from Donald F. Hornig, to LP. RE: Asks about fellowships, and for information regarding them. [Filed under LP Science: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 1925-1945: Box #14.013 Folder #13.19]
• Letter from E.C. Pierce and W.S. Breon, Office of Censorship, to LP. Tells LP that they are proud to have been associated with him and asks LP to thank his staff for all they have done to make the program a success. LP Safe: Drawer 2, Folder 2.010
• Letter from Erle M. Billings, Secretary, Committee on Professional Training of Chemists, to LP. RE: Informs him of the procedure for requesting immediate release of teachers from the army. [Filed under LP Science: American Chemical Society: Correspondence, 1943-1948: Box #14.003 Folder #3.3]
• Letter from Julian M. Sturtevant, Radiation Laboratory, MIT, to LP RE: Encloses a bibliography of his work, including both things published and unpublished. [Letters from Julian M. Sturtevant to LP September 7, 1945, from LP to Dr. Julian M. Sturtevant September 22, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #370.5]
• Letter from LP to Dr. Edward A. Doisy RE: Discusses the undergraduate chemistry program at Cal Tech and suggests that it might be suitable for the bright young son of Doisy's friend. Thanks Doisy for the invitation to visit him in St. Louis, mentioning that he and AHP may be able to stop by in January on their way East. [Letter from Doisy to LP September 1, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box: #96.6, file:(Doisy, Edward A., 1943-1947, 1952)]
• Letter from LP to Dr. F. W. Willard, Editor-in-Chief. RE: Requests that arrangements be made for all members of the Board of Editors receive a copy of all monographs. Relates an embarrassing story. [Filed under LP Science: American Chemical Society: Correspondence, 1943-1948: Box #14.003 Folder #3.3]
• Letter from LP to Professor WV Houston RE: Discusses recommendations around the Proposed Navy Contract to take over work under OSRD Contract OEMer-881. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Letter from Robert C. C. St. George, Jr., Allegany Ballistics Laboratory, to LP RE: Inquires about the scholarship fund that LP is planning, and explains his opinion on the drafting of young men with scientific educations. Worries about the possibility that he and his peers may be unable to go to graduate school because of the draft. Asks LP what might happen to him and his peers after their war research contracts expire. [Letter from LP to Mr. Robert St. George, Jr., September 25, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: (S: Correspondence, 1945), #377.15]
• Meeting Minutes for he Committee on Government and Industrial Contracts. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]

• Letter from E.C. Pierce and W.S. Breon, Office of Censorship, to LP. Tells LP that they are proud to have been associated with him and asks LP to thank his staff for all they have done to make the program a success. LP Safe: Drawer 2, Folder 2.010
• Letter from Ely Culbertson to LP RE: Sends him a memo entitled “How to Control the Atomic Threat” and asks LP to seriously consider its contents. [Filed under LP Correspondence Box: #74.13, file:(C: Correspondence 1945)]
• Letter from LP to Donald Hornig. RE: Suggests he write Dr. Moe for information on the Guggenheim Fellowship. [Filed under LP Science: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 1925-1945: Box #14.013 Folder #13.19]
• Letter from LP to Dr. H.A. Barker RE: Thanks him for his letter concerning Dr. Don DeVault. [Letter from Barker to LP September 11, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box #93: file:(DeVault, Don, 1937, 1939-1942, 1945, 1957-1961, 1965, 1969, 1976, 1981, 1983, 1985, 1987)]
• Letter from LP to Henry Allen Moe, Guggenheim Foundation. RE: Votes in favor of nominating Hamilton to a post-service fellowship. [Filed under LP Science: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 1925-1945: Box #14.013 Folder #13.19]
• Writes cheque to "Sophie Whippelhauser," $27.50. [Filed under LP Biographical: Business and Financial, Box 4.017, Folder 17.3]

• 4:30pm - Lecture Notes for The Nature of the Chemical Bond - Lecture 11: Rotation of molecules. The correspondence principle. Spatial quantization. [Filed under LP Biographical: Academia: Box 1.013, Folder 13.11]
• Letter from Henry Allen Moe, John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, to AHP RE: Informs AHP his wish to send more books to her for her to go over. Also mentions LP's presence on Committee is of great value to him and the foundation. [Filed under AHP Organizational Correspondence: Box #1.008, Folder #8.1]
• Letter from LP to C.R. Heck, RE: LP has not yet been able to complete work on his manuscript, and says that he does not wish to make definite plans for the future until the manuscript is essentially completed. [Filed under LP Manuscripts of Books, 1947b5.12]
• Letter from LP to Dr. Edward W. Hughes RE: Writes that they look forward to his arrival with Dr. Lu. Regrets Dr. Beecks search for a better medical treatment for Hughes allergies has been unsuccessful. Mentions the crowded conditions of the labs at Cal Tech. [Letter from Hughes to LP September 12, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #163.1, file:(Hughes, Edward)]
• Letter from LP to Dr. James Conant RE: Accepts appointment as a correspondence member of the committee to review recommendations concerning nuclear chemists at Harvard. [Letters from Conant to LP September 10, 1945, October 4, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #66.15, file:(Conant, James B., 1929-1930, 1933-1936, 1938-1940, 1942, 1945, 1952)]

• Letter from Edward C. Barrett, Secretary, to the Members of the Faculty at CIT. Lists the actions taken by the Board of Trustees at their meeting of September 11, 1945 and states that they were made effective on September 15, 1945. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.019
• Letter from LP to Dr. E. Brand RE: Thanks him for the table on amino acid residues and suggests that he write to Robley Evans concerning the matter of radioactive materials. [Letters from Brand to LP September 6, 1945, September 24, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #37.12, file:(B: Correspondence 1945)]
• Letter from LP to Dr. J. C. Street, Radiation Laboratory, MIT, RE: Thanks Street for the letter regarding Dr. J. M. Sturtevant, and states he will write to Sturtevant soon. [Letters from J. C. Street to LP September 18, 1945, from Julian M. Sturtevant to LP September 7, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #370.5]
• Writes cheque to “A. Virginia Golletz. Linda's dancing class” $18.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “Roy Edwards dry cleaning” $14.57 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]

• Letter from F. M. Turner, Reinhold Publishing Company, to Alden H. Emery, Assistant Secretary. RE: Shall send notice of each monograph to the members of the Board of Editors. [Filed under LP Science: American Chemical Society: Correspondence, 1943-1948: Box #14.003 Folder #3.3]
• Letter from LP to A. N. Campbell. [Letters from Campbell to LP September 6, 1945, September 24, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box: #74.13, file:(C: Correspondence 1945)]

  September 19, 1945

  Professor A. N. Campbell

  Department of Chemistry

  University of Manitoba

  Winnipeg, Canada

  Dear Professor Campbell:

  I am glad to write a few words about your failure to find evidence for the existence in the solid state of the compounds ICl₂Br or IClBr₂.

  From the discussion given in Chapter 11 of my book on the nature of the chemical bond, relating to the electronegativities of the elements, we can understand why the bond between iodine and bromine is much weaker than that between iodine and chlorine; the heat of formation of gaseous IBr, 1.7 kilocalories per mole, is much less than that of 101, 4.0 kilocalories per mole, in each case from the gaseous elementary substances. The existence of ICl₃ shows that the energy of the ICl bond is enough to stabilize this molecule, even though it involves a group of five electron pairs around the iodine atom. On the other hand, we might well expect that the smaller energy of the I-Br bond would not be sufficient to stabilize the molecule IBr₃, nor the intermediate molecules mentioned above.

  If there is anything more that you would like to discuss with me, I should be glad to write to you again.

  Sincerely yours,

  Linus Pauling

  LP:gw

• Letter from LP to Dr. George Tunell RE: Invites Tunell to attend any seminars or courses at Cal Tech as a guest at no charge. Suggests that Tunell inquire at the end of October what topics will be covered and register at the registrar's office. [Notes from George Tunell to LP September 7, 1945, September 21, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #410.10]
• Letter from LP to Dr. M. H. Averson, Chairman, Chicago Section. RE: Informs him that he and AHP will not be able to attend the presentation dinner for the Willard Gibbs Medal. [Filed under LP Science: American Chemical Society: Materials re: Committees and Awards, 1948-1951, 1967: Box # 14.010 Folder #10.7]
• Letter from LP to Miss Luella A. Huggins. RE: Returns her manuscripts. Informs her that it would not be appropriate for her to contact other members of the Committee. [Filed under LP Science: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 1925-1945: Box #14.013 Folder #13.19]
• Letter from LP to Prof. S.H. Yu, Metals Research Institute, National Tsung Hua University RE: Replies that the press of work in connection to the war have prevented him from considering Yu's manuscript in as much detail as he would have liked, and so has asked Professor Verner Schomaker of his department to also examine the manuscripts. Explains that Prof. Schomaker will write to Yu concerning some points in the manuscripts which are giving him trouble and possible errors found. Asks also for the information of where the papers are to be published and asks for reprints when available. [Letter from Yu to LP June 2, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: 462.5]
• Letter from Ralph Connor, Chief - Division 8, Office for Emergency Management, National Defense Research Committee of the Office of Scientific Research and Development to LP RE: Explains reasoning for not continuing OEMsr-881 under NDRC. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Letter from Robert C. Miller, to LP. RE: Informs him of a meeting of the Executive Committee of the Pacific Division of the AAAS will be held October 19th. [Filed under LP Science: American Association for Advancement of Science, 1938-1964: Box #14.001 Folder #1.3]
• Memo from J. H. Sturdivant to LP. RE: Rough draft of a summary of the development of the oxygen meter. [Letter from Stevenson to LP September 12, 1945, Letter from LP to Stevenson October 2, 1945] [Filed under LP Science: Scientific War Work - Materials re: the Pauling Oxygen Meter, 1940-1947: Box #13.001 Folder #1.1]
• Telegram from Ralph Connor to LP RE: States Class A not recommended for OEMSR 881 because NDRC is not able to handle the contract. Letter explaining follows. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]

• Letter from Dr. Charles Coryell to LP RE: Informs LP that he and his family will be coming to visit California from September 28th through October 11th. Adds that he will give a talk at Cal Tech if he can get Army clearance to do so. [Letter from LP to Coryell September 25, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #68.2, file:(Coryell, Charles D., 1928, 1936-1941, 1945, 1948-1950, 1954, 1956-1958, 1960-1963, 1968-1970)]
• Letter from LP to Dr. Thomas Addis RE: Reports that he has spoken with Dr. Benjamin Miller and that is supportive of collaborating with him at the University of Southern California, although he has heard that Miller can be hard to work with. Suggests that Dr. Addis not continue to carry out all of his prior duties at Stanford if he is going to accept the proposed pay cut. Goes on to mention that he is looking into a possible appointment for Dr. Addis in a research capacity at the Huntington Hospital in Pasadena. [Note from Dr. Addis to LP September 11, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #2.1, file:(Addis, Thomas 1940-1945)]
• Letter from LP to James Allen RE: Responds that the facilities at Cal Tech are not for rent and does not know of any others in the area. [Letter from Allen to LP September 10, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #12.11, file:(A: Correspondence, 1945)]
• Letter from Linus Pauling Jr to AHP RE: Describes his time in New York and his time spent with Rebsie, whom he likes very much. “She satisfies about all my ideals”. General Marshal says all men with 2 years' service will be out next spring. Asks to whom he should write to get back into Cal. Discusses money. [Filed under LP Biographical: Personal & Family, Family Correspondence: Linus Carl Pauling, Jr. 1946-1956: Box #5.037, Folder 37.1]

  20 September 1945

  Dearest Mom

  Sorry I haven't written before. I should have telegraphed Dad that I wouldn't be able to make it I was very disappointed myself.

  I spent last weekend in N.Y. Saturday afternoon and evening wandering around the streets with some friends. Most of the time was spend imbibing liquor on Times Square. On Sunday afternoon I called the Mirsky's, who had just returned form a Maine vacation; and went to their apartment for dinner. I took Big Reba a box of candy. I stayed until Monday night, wondering around N.Y. with Rebsie whom I like very much. She satisfies about all my ideals. We crossed the Hudson on a ferry a couple of times, investigated the Jersey waterfront, went through the Museum of Modern Art, gorged on a dinner at Freeman Chum's, and saw Danny Kaye in "Wonder Man." Oh yes we wandered through Central Park in the rain, too. She's a fine girl. She left Tuesday for Indiana university.

  Best news of the war: General Marshal says that all men with two year's service will be out by next spring! I can hardly wait.

  I'm taking the mechanics course; I've chosen a couple of operators I knew and liked at Hammer. If I can get on a good ship everything will be fine.

  My cholera etc, shots disappeared immediately. They never last more than a couple of days.

  I saw the Washington Monument as I went through. It's rather far away for me to get there on a weekend. I may go to Philadelphia. I haven't seen Moe yet. I'll call him when I go to N.Y. again. I enjoyed the Mirsky's very much. I can see why dad stays there. They had all sorts of nice things to say about you and him.

  Dan Gilbertson is only a senior in high school, I think.

  When I write to Cal about readmittance should I write to the Dean of Men or to the Registrar?

  The weather here was fine for the fist few days. I spent all my time on the beach and swimming in the big Atlantic breakers. In fact I was peeling form sunburn when I got to N.Y. But we've been having a storm, and it's cold and rainy now.

  I'll return your money soon. I've spent 10 or 15 dollars of it, and I'll probably spend more before I get paid. There are so many ways to spend money around here. And I've got a couple of birthdays and Christmas coming up! Going to have a hard time.

  All my love, Mom. Thanks for those letters. Give my love to Dad and the children I'll write them eventually.

  Linus

• Letter from Professor E. Bright Wilson, Jr., Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution to LP RE: Writes that Woods Hole and Princeton both have men looking for positions in physics and chemistry, says they are still under the Navy currently so the men are not out on the street yet but they would like to begin academic work as soon as possible. Describes the group of men, says Dr. Cross is planning to return to Brown but he still has a leaning toward California, and regrets that he was unable to see LP last time he came East. [Filed under LP Correspondence: 438.5]
• Writes cheque to “Adohr Milk Farms” $27.69 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]

• Letter from Dr. Don DeVault to LP RE: Writes that he has decided not to accept parole except under the conditions that it is free from restrictions on location and employment. Discusses his reasons for being a conscientious objector. Thanks LP for all of his help in the matter. [Letter from LP to DeVault September 29, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box #93: file:(DeVault, Don, 1937, 1939-1942, 1945, 1957-1961, 1965, 1969, 1976, 1981, 1983, 1985, 1987)]
• Letter from F. W. Willard, Editor-in-Chief, to LP. RE: Will take them matter regarding the monographs up immediately. Attaches a list of issued monographs. Explains why they do not send them to every member. [Filed under LP Science: American Chemical Society: Correspondence, 1943-1948: Box #14.003 Folder #3.3]
• Letter from LP to Dr. L.H. Farinholt RE: Offers him a position, effective as soon as possible and lasting through August 1946, related to a Navy contract. Notes that the position could become a permanent one involving teaching and research at Cal Tech, as they may soon receive a Rockefeller Foundation grant. [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #128.11, file:(F: Correspondence, 1945)]
• Newspaper Clipping: “Medical Research Lagging in Southern California, Caltech Chemistry Head Says”, Pasadena (California) Star-News, September 21, 1945. [Filed under LP Scrapbooks, 1941-1945: Box #6.004, Folder 4.11]
• Note from Dr. George Tunell to LP RE: Thanks LP for the invitation and states he will register and inquire about courses just before October 31. Written in top left margin: “File.” [Letter from LP to George Tunell September 19, 1945, note from George Tunell to LP October 31, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #410.10]

• Letter from LP to Dr. Julian M. Sturtevant, Radiation Laboratory, MIT, RE: States he has received Sturtevant's and J. C. Street's letters, and there is currently no opening like that described by Sturtevant at Caltech. Suggests Sturtevant may be interested in protein structures. Asks what research specifically Sturtevant is hoping to carry out, and if it could possibly to insightful to protein structure. [Letters from Julian M. Sturtevant to LP September 14, 1945, November 16, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #370.5]
• Report of the meeting of the CIT Executive Committee on September 22, 1945. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.019

• Note from Dr. Chia-Si Lu, Department of Chemistry, U.C. Berkeley, to LP RE: Writes that he and Dr. Hughes will be coming to Pasadena next week. Adds that he will be able to work at Cal Tech for a few months as his travel request for Shanghai or Hong-Kong has not yet been approved by the State Department. Adds that he is glad LP is interested in coming to China to lecture. [Letter from LP to Lu August 30, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #218.7, file:(Lu, Chia-Si)]

• Letter from A. N. Campbell to LP RE: Thanks him for the information and adds that he will quote him in future papers. [Letter from LP to Campbell September 19, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box: #74.13, file:(C: Correspondence 1945)]
• Letter from Bryce L. Crawford, Jr., University of Minnesota, Institute of Technology, to LP RE: States they have an opening in the physical chemistry department and asks if LP has any candidates to recommend. Describes the position briefly, and what kind of man they are looking for. States he may be working with either the Army or the Navy in the near future. [Letter from LP to Dr. Bryce L. Crawford, Jr., October 1, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: (S: Correspondence, 1945), #377.15]
• Letter from Dr. E. Brand to LP RE: Thanks him for his suggestions on the matter of radioactive materials. [Letter from LP to Brand September 18, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #37.12, file:(B: Correspondence 1945)]
• Letter from George G. Wright to Dr. Warren C. Lothrop, cc: Mr. George A. Richter. Says that he would like to know what Lothrop's needs are going to be for materials for the application of LC-1. Discusses the favorable results of the application of the Presto pencil method to LC 3 and the use of LC 3 by OSS. Asks if he is interested in the simple gelatin method. Notes that he might soon make a trip east as soon as Pierce and Breon are set up. Attached are two copies of the Office of Scientific Research and Development's Receipt of Classified Material for this letter, from Wright to Lothrop and Richter. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.016
• Letter from LP to Dr. Robert C. Miller, Secretary, Pacific Division, AAAS. RE: Has received notice of the meeting of the Executive Committee. Is some chance that he may be able to attend. [Filed under LP Science: American Association for Advancement of Science, 1938-1964: Box #14.001 Folder #1.3]
• Letter from LP to Prof. Dr. Felix Haurowitz, Istanbul Universitesi. [Letter from Haurowitz to LP June 29, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #152.7, file:(Haurowitz, Felix)]

  September 24, 1945

  Professor Dr. Felix Haurowitz

  Istanbul Universitesi

  Istanbul

  Turkey

  Dear Professor Haurowitz:

  I was pleased to receive your letter of June 29, and I am sending under separate cover the reprints which you mention in this paper.

  Your comment on our use of the word "antigen" has led me to review the situation. I agree with you that we have been using this word and the word "hapten" in senses somewhat different from those given them by Landsteiner. However, I must say that there has arisen a need for an extension in the nomenclature. I think that the derivation of the word "hapten" and the use given it by Landsteiner, as well as his use of the expression "haptenic group" all permit the application of "haptenic group" to a group capable of combining with antibody. We have then used "hapten" to mean a molecule containing one haptenic group, and, in order to differentiate a molecule of this sort from a molecule containing two or more haptenic groups, which would form a precipitate with antibody, we have called such a molecule a "precipitating antigen".

  I do not think that it is wise to differentiate in the nomenclature between substances which are and which are not able to give rise to the formation of antibodies in vivo, inasmuch as a more careful investigation might show that some materials which originally were thought not to be effective in this way are actually effective.

  I think that it may well be wise before long to introduce some additions to the nomenclature of serology. For the time being, however, we shall continue to use the nomenclature which appears in our recent publication.

  Sincerely yours,

  Linus Pauling

  LP:gw

• Manuscript lecture notes “Bierrum's Method of Finding I.” [Filed under LP Biographical: Academia: Box 1.013, File 13.11]

• 4:30pm - Lecture Notes for The Nature of the Chemical Bond - Lecture 12: Bjerrum's method of finding I. [Filed under LP Biographical: Academia: Box 1.013, Folder 13.11]
• Letter from Frederick B. Johnston, 1st Lt. of the AUS, Special Assistant Division of the Research and Development Branch of the Office of Strategic Services, to Dr. George G. Wright, CIT. Asks for him to send them 2 dozen vials of dry LC-3. Mentions that the Office of Strategic Services is passing into receivership by the State Department and that the futures of Captain Summers and himself are uncertain. Asks if he has any administrative scientific positions for 2 discharged service personnel and gives minimum salary requirements for them. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.016
• Letter from Gustov Egloff, President of the American Institute of Chemists to LP RE: Formally invites him to a testimonial dinner for the presentation of the Honor Scroll to Dr. Donald Keyes on October 26, 1945 in Chicago. [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #10.4, file:(American Institute of Chemists; 1945, 1952-1958, 1963, 1969, 1971, 1977-1987]
• Letter from James R. Page, President of the Board of Trustees to the Chief of the Bureau of Ordnance, Navy Dept RE: Suggests that CIT give Dr. Sage a part-time leave of absence to work at the Naval Ordnance Test Station. [Letter from WV Houston to James R. Page September 25, 1945] [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Letter from LP to Dr. Charles Coryell RE: Responds that he will be at Cal Tech during the period Coryell plans to visit. Requests that he send a telegram with the title of the talk if he is given permission from the Army to do so. [Letters from Coryell to LP September 20, 1945, October 20, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #68.2, file:(Coryell, Charles D., 1928, 1936-1941, 1945, 1948-1950, 1954, 1956-1958, 1960-1963, 1968-1970)]
• Letter from LP to Mr. Robert St. George, Jr., Allegany Ballistics Laboratory, RE: States that a program is being developed so young scientific men can return to graduate school after their service or war work contract is up. Before this program goes into action, Selective Service boards can grant deferment for worthy civilian activities. [Letter from Robert St. George, Jr., to LP September 14, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: (S: Correspondence, 1945), #377.15]
• Letter from Letter from LP to Robert M. Hutchins, Chancellor, University of Chicago. [Letter from Hutchins to LP September 25, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box 163, file:(Hutchins, Robert M.)]

  September 25, 1945

  Chancellor Robert M. Hutchins

  University of Chicago

  Chicago 37

  Illinois

  Dear Chancellor Hutchins:

  I regret that my answer to your letter of September 5 has been delayed by circumstances arising from my absence from Pasadena, and also that I have not found it possible to arrange to accept your invitation to attend a conference in Chicago from September 19 to September 22.

  It is my conviction that the problem of the protection of humanity against the destructive use of atomic energy is the most important problem confronting the world, and that every responsible parson should help so far as he can in finding the solution of this problem. I wish that I had found it possible to be present at the first Chicago conference; I hope that, in case that the consultations are continued, you will again extend me an invitation to take part in them.

  It is my opinion that the safety of the world, its protection against the unimaginable devastation of an atomic war, depend upon, the institution of a democratic world-wide government - a government of the people themselves, like the government of the United States of America. The experience of generation after generation has shown that pacts and treaties between nations do not avert war, but lead to war. Only a democratic union of the people provides safety and peace. The War between the States resulted from the failure to recognize the Federal Government as a union of the people rather than a union of the states.

  I should be grateful to receive memoranda and reports about the work of the conference. Again let me express my interest in this question, and my hope that you will keep me in mind in connection with further consultation

  Sincerely yours.

  Linus Pauling

• Letter from Ralph Spitzer to LP, received September 25, 1945 RE: Talks about the information presented by a New Mexico firm relating to the atomic bomb. Thinks men like LP should take the lead. Asks if there are any academic openings in the west next year. Will stop by on his way to Berkeley. [Letter from LP to Ralph Spitzer September 28, 1945] [Filed under LP Biographical: Political Issues: Ralph Spitzer: Academic Freedom and Passport Difficulties, 1942-1994: Box #2.034, Folder 34.1]
• Letter from W.V. Houston to Mr. James R. Page, President of the Board of Trustees, CIT RE: Presents idea regarding the leave of absence being offered to Dr. Sage and attaches a new letter to consider. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Writes cheque to “Dr. Spencer R. Atkinson. Linda's Teeth” $25.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]
• Writes cheque to “Newsweek. 3 yr. sub” $10.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.3]

• Copy of Recommendations in Regard to Institute Shops. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.019
• Letter from Dr. Pascal Jordan, Universität Berlin, to LP RE: Thanks LP for the paper on the structure and formation of antibodies. Discusses his paper on the structure of globular protein molecules. Asks if he and LP could find some way to communicate regularly. [Sent in a letter from Seeger to LP November 12, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #190.7, file:(Jordan, Pascal)]
• Letter from LP to Dr. F. W. Willard, Editor. RE: Thanks him for his letter. Encloses a list of monographs of which he would like a copy. Believes that as long as he takes an active part on the Board, he would like each published monograph to be sent to him. [Filed under LP Science: American Chemical Society: Correspondence, 1943-1948: Box #14.003 Folder #3.3]
• Letter from LP to Dr. Sidney Weinbaum RE: Apologizes for being so late to write as he has been very busy during the war period, tells about LP Jr in the army, hopes that their conditions have improved out East, and says that he's not sure how the research activities of the Chemistry Department will develop during the coming years. [Note from Weinbaum to LP October 10, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: 433.3]
• Letter from W. M. Stratford, Vice President and Manager of Texaco Development Corporation to Dr. Bruce H. Sage RE: Encloses copies of proposed draft of agreement between CIT and Texaco Development Corporation for approval. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Manuscript: The Future of Scientific and Medical Research, Pasadena, California. [Filed under: LP Speeches, 1945s.5]

  Talk - Kiwanis Club, Pasadena. Sept. 20, 1945.

  The Future of Scientific and Medical Research

  By Linus Pauling

  Introduction. Story "My Aunt's Pay", in connection with the jargon of science.

  There are great days for science. Radar, penicillin, multitude of other war-time developments, culminating in the atomic bomb.

  The country is keenly aware of the future of science. Bush report. Magnuson and Kilgore bills.

  We have used up the backlog of fundamental scientific discoveries. The only way to build it up is to support individual scientists, as well as teams doing the application.

  I shall take 2 examples - nuclear research, and medical research. All fundamental discoveries for the atomic bomb were made before the war. It is essential that more be made, and that the scientific knowledge be no longer secret (as distinct from the military).

  Medical research moves slowly along. We have been spending perhaps $5000000/yr. on med. res. - CMR also spend 15000000 during war. Result - 20 yr. increase in life expectancy; scarlet fever down 92% in 20 years, measles down 91%, whooping cough down 74%; even osteomyelitis and now bacterial endocarditis are responding to penicillin, and tuberculosis to streptomycin!

  But the degenerative diseases still resist. 45% of deaths now due to cardiovascular renal disease, 2nd infections, 3rd cancer - and we now spend 21 cents per death on research on hearts, arteries, kidneys, and $2.00 per death on research on cancer, as compared with $500 per death on research on infantile paralysis!

  We need more medical research! We need it especially in this region - where very little is done, the practitioners not having contact with research men, and where there are great opportunities - medical school, scientific school, clinical materials.

• Telegram from Ward F. Davidson to LP RE: States that sponsorship of the program by Navy would be more effective than continuation under NDRC. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]

• Letter from AH Blatt to Dr. Robert B Corey, Chemistry Dept, CIT RE: Sends information regarding the numbering of the reports and requests information regarding time remaining. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Letter from Arthur W. Devor to LP RE: Inquires as to how much LP would charge to do x-ray work on six powder patterns that he is considering for publication. [Letter from LP to Devor October 1, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box: #98.10, file:(D: Correspondence, 1945)]
• Letter from Dr. Joseph J. Jasper, Associate Prof. of Chem., Wayne University to LP RE: Explains they are planning on adding another member to the teaching staff of the Dept. of Chem. during the coming year, mentions interested in a young Ph.D. specializing in sub-atomics, and asks for a few recommendations from LP. [Letter from LP to Jasper October 9, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: 443.13]
• Letter from LP to Professor WV Houston, Chairman, Committee on Governmental and Industrial Contracts RE: States he wrote to Dr. Conant calling his attention to the statement about the continuation of work by the NDRC. Requests the Committee consider the proposed Navy contract/ [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Letter from LP to Robert C. Miller, Secretary, Pacific Division, AAAS. RE: Shall take care of the questionnaire form the California Teachers Association. Hopes he can make it to the Executive Committee meeting. [Filed under LP Science: American Association for Advancement of Science, 1938-1964: Box #14.001 Folder #1.3]
• Letter from Mary Lou Jones, Placement Secretary to LP RE: Asks LP to send an estimate of the work and personality of Mrs. Jane Sanford Lewis. [Letter from LP to Mary Lou Jones October 1, 1945] [Filed under LP Biographical, CIT: Materials re: Teaching and Advising of Graduate Students by Linus Pauling, 1936-1963: Box #1.018, Folder 18.7]
• Letter from Professor Henry M. Woodburn, Department of Chemistry, The University of Buffalo to LP RE: Thanks him for his efforts to hep them fill their physical chemistry position, says they have appointed a Dr. George Goldfinger who is working in polymers to the position, and regrets that none of the men LP suggested seemed to be the logical choice. [Letter from LP to Woodburn June 25, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: 438.7]
• Telegram from Charles Coryell to LP RE: Sends instructions related to activities concerning the proposed federal funding for science. [Filed under Correspondence: Box #34.3, file:(Correspondence, Notes re: Science -- The Endless Frontier; A Report to the President, 1945)]
• Telegram from Warren C. Lothrop, Technical Aide to Division 19 of the National Defense Research Committee, to Dr. George G. Wright, Dept. of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at CIT. Informs him that Summers, who is using LC-3, has requested a new supply. Says that he hopes he can oblige, will write in a few days, and that his status is unchanged. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.016

• Letter from Dr. Vannevar Bush to LP RE: Reports that he has spoken with the Secretary of War about the matter in question, and that action will be taken. [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #34.1 file:(Bush, Vannevar, 1942, 1945)]
• Letter from Fred Eggan, to Henry Moe, Guggenheim Foundation. RE: Informs him that he has returned to the University. Informs him of his future plans. [Filed under LP Science: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 1925-1945: Box #14.013 Folder #13.19]
• Letter from LP to Ralph Spitzer RE: talks about atomic bombs and he thinks the only way to prevent war is to have a world government of the people. They look forward to seeing him on his way to Berkeley. Thinks that there will not be enough academic jobs to go around for next year but thinks there is enough demand for a consulting firm. Talks about Linus Jr;s service in the Army, and reconversion to peace-time activities. [Letter from Ralph Spitzer to LP received September 25, 1945] [Filed under LP Biographical: Political Issues: Ralph Spitzer: Academic Freedom and Passport Difficulties, 1942-1994: Box #2.034, Folder 34.1]
• Payroll stub from California Institute of Technology (period ending Sep30 ‘45) and Bank of America deposit slip for $668.56. Note enclosed: If it is necessary to make a personal telephone toll call through the Institute switchboard, the toll expense is chargeable to the person making the call. All personal toll calls, including those on the Ryan line, must be placed through the Institute operator and reported a personal. Your cooperation is requested. [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.068, folder 68.2]
• Report of the meeting of the CIT Executive Committee on September 28, 1945. LP Safe: Drawer 3, Folder 3.019
• Writes cheque to "American Association for the Advancement of Science," $5.00. [Filed under LP Biographical: Business and Financial, Box 4.017, Folder 17.3]

• Letter from Dr. W.A. Noyes, Jr., Chief, Division 10, National Defense Research Committee, RE: Replies that the report in question was loaned to him by Major I. G. Graef. Adds that he will have a copy or the manuscript sent to LP. Adds that Richard Noyes has written him asking about Columbia and Buffalo. [Letters from LP to Noyes September 13, 1945, October 5, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: Box #279.5, file:(Noyes, W. A., Jr.)]
• Letter from LP to Dr. Don DeVault RE: Expresses his sympathy at DeVault's stance as a conscientious objector and states he understands his decision not to accept parole. Goes on to hopes for future protein research at Cal Tech. [Note from DeVault to LP September 21, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence Box #93: file:(DeVault, Don, 1937, 1939-1942, 1945, 1957-1961, 1965, 1969, 1976, 1981, 1983, 1985, 1987)]
• Letter from LP to Prof. Alexander Todd, University of Cambridge, RE: Congratulates Todd on his new job and updates him on the work of various professors at Cal Tech. Discusses future research plans and various aspects of his home life. [Letter from Prof. Alexander Todd to LP December 3, 1945] [Filed under LP Correspondence: #407.6]
• Letter from LP to Professor WV Houston RE: Comments on the letter presented by Mr. C. P. Ward. [Filed under California Institute of Technology: Research-related materials, 1944-1956: Box #1.028, Folder 28.2]
• Writes cheque to “Frank S. Hirata. 10 days gardening” $50.00 [LP Biographical: Business and Financial 4.073, folder 73.4]

• Statement of cash for the Pacific Division, AAAS. [Filed under LP Science: American Association for Advancement of Science, 1938-1964: Box #14.001 Folder #1.3]