Letter to Herbert Friedmann, 1963 November 27.

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Letter to Herbert Friedmann, 1963 November 27.

Typed, signed letter thanking Friedmann for letter in regard to his tribute to the National Academy of Sciences. With letter is text of resolution commending the Academy for its work, the text of HHH's speech in regard to the resolution as it appeared in the Congressional Record, and Friedmann's reply to HHH's letter.

4 leaves (6 p.) ; 35 x 22 cm. or smaller.

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