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We submit herewith two appendices, viz : — 



Appendix i . A carefully detailed estimate for the proposed central 

 laboratory, prepared by Dr. George F. Becker, which does not, how- 

 ever, cover all lines of research contemplated in our report. 



Appendix 2. Communications from distinguished scientists of 

 different fields relative to the value and functions of a geophj^sical 

 laboratory. 



In conclusion, we beg to express to the trustees of the Carnegie 

 Institution our profound appreciation of the greatness of the enter- 

 prise they have in charge. We believe it not too much to think 

 that it will mark a new era in the intellectual development of the 

 race, an era in which scientific research will hold the foremost 

 place in the agencies of progress and, we may hope, will be given 

 the highest place in the esteem of mankind. 



We venture to believe, also, that if the facilities herein recom- 

 mended are granted, it will assure to America the foremost place in 

 the special fields for which, through your kindness, we have been 

 permitted to plan. 



Respectfully submitted, 



R. S. Woodward, Chairman, 



Carl Barus, 



T. C. Chamberlin, 



A. A. MiCHELSON, 



C. R. Van Hise, 

 Chas. D. Walcott. 



Committee . 



September 23, 1902. 



