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on hand. Probably this will be at an early date. The floor space 

 will have to be increased considerably. It is conceivable that 

 an information center may be operated in conjunction with the 

 library so that the combination will serve the Territory of 

 Alaska both as a depository and a source of information on all 

 matters pertaining to the geophysical sciences. 



The Shop 



The shop occupies a room of 20 feet by 60 feet. Its facilities 

 are to include standard machine tools, wood working equip- 

 ment, and facilities for glass blowing, heat treating and welding. 

 A competent machinist has been employed and is now installing 

 the shop equipment. It is planned that shop assistance can be 

 provided for research groups working in this territory whether 

 or not directly connected with the Institute. 



Residences 



In accordance with the provisions of the law, a nucleus of 

 six modern two bedroom residences has been constructed. These 

 are to accommodate scientists who are engaged in research at 

 the Geophysical Institute. Each is equipped with a modern 

 bathroom, an automatic oil-furnace, an electric range, and a 

 refrigerator. It is planned to furnish them more completely 

 at an early date. A nominal rental is charged for their use by 

 the Geophysical Institute to cover depreciation and to provide 

 for replacement of furniture and buildings. Water is supplied 

 from the main University system. The sewage is disposed 

 through the University line. 



The residences are intended to house new senior staff mem- 

 bers on a more or less temporary basis, and to provide for 

 outstanding visiting scientists who may spend time at the Insti- 

 tute. However, Congress has established a definite priority for 

 government employees sent here during times of stress, and 

 has delegated the Director of the Institute to administer its 

 regulations. 



