Resolutions Passed r.v the uhwcil ng 



sight of success he went down to glorious defeat in the great struggle of the human 

 race for freedom from the hondage of disease. 



A loyal friend, a genial and vigorous fighter for high ideals, never turned from his 

 purpose by narrow criticism, animated by the constant desire to make the world he 

 knew a hetter place to live in, McKihley left his mark on many undertakings in science, 

 education and social advancement. The Executive Committee of the American Asso- 

 ciation for the Advancement of Science, to the work of which he had unselfishly and 

 generously devoted much time and energy} wishes through this tribute to bear testi- 

 mony to his services for the cause of science and for the welfare of man. All his fellow 

 workers wish to join also in expressing to his family heartfelt sympathy and condolence. 



Resolution on the Cooperation of the Smithsonian Institution 



Adopted by the Council, December 2g, 1038, 



The American Association for the Advancement of Science at its annual meeting in 

 Richmond places on record its appreciation of the cooperation of the Smithsonian In- 

 stitution and of its distinguished secretaries, the late Charles D. Walcott and the pres- 

 ent secretary, Dr. C. G. Abbot. The Smithsonian Institution has since 1907 provided 

 rooms in its building for the headquarters of the Association, free of all charge for 

 rent or incidental expenses, and in Decemher, 1928, increased the space to meet the 

 growing needs of the Association. 



The Association may look forward to a building of its own which might provide 

 headquarters also for the national scientific societies affiliated with it; but this will re- 

 quire large funds. In the meanwhile the Association is most fortunate in its present 

 location and address. The Smithsonian Institution is a national and international 

 foundation, unique in its origin, its control and its history. On its seal its objects are 

 stated in the classic words: "For the increase and diffusion of knowledge among men."' 

 The objects of the American Association for the Advancement of Science are the 

 same; these great organizations can to advantage work together for their attainment. 



Resolution on the Menace of Stream Pollution 



Adopted by the Council. December so, 1030 



The menace of stream pollution has already heen given careful consideration and the 

 American Association for the Advancement of Science has expressed its views that any 

 legislation should include provision for reasonable control by constituted authority. At 

 present the Mundt bill as amended is the only measure yet proposed which conforms 

 to that consideration. 



Resolution of Appreciation to the National Association of 



Science Writers 



Adopted by the Council, December 30, 193Q 



The Council of the American Association for the Advancement of Science expresses 

 its ohligation and appreciation to The National Association of Science Writers. By 

 the efforts of its members to disseminate through the newspapers accurate news of 



