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who were desirous of aid from the Fund, and fully recognized the 

 hindrances to research which so often lie in their way in collegiate 

 institutions. Particularly were all these characteristics to be depended 

 upon when the award of the Rumford Premium a\ as under considera- 

 tion, in which case their value was inestimable. His judgment was 

 exacting as to the merit of the candidate, but always kindly and con- 

 siderate, his sole desire being to recognize important scientific results 

 and through such recognition to stimulate the further labors of the 

 recipient and of others working in similar fields. 



His refinement of manner and thought and his cordial appreciation 

 of all with whom he was associated made the sessions of the Committee 

 delightful in their social aspect and will long be a cherished remem- 

 brance with his colleagues. 



Charles R. Cross, Chairman. 

 May 14, 1919. 



Report of the C. M. Warren Committee. 



The C. M. Warren Committee begs to submit the following report: — 



At the date of the last report to the Academy, the Committee had 

 at its disposal $2,771.50. In March, 1919, the Academy made a 

 further appropriation of $800. 



One grant has been made during the year, namely, that to Professor 

 Robert E. Wilson of $750 for the study of the hydrolysis of certain 

 organic compounds, with particular reference to an exact study of 

 phenomena which may be expected to throw desirable light upon the 

 nature of the interface between two liquids. This investigation is a 

 continuation of work done during the war in perfecting methods for 

 the destruction of the so-called "mustard gas." This material, 

 chemicall}^ known as di-chlorethylene sulphide, exhibited some highly 

 interesting phenomena which, under the stress of war conditions, 

 could not be followed up. The research promises to yield results of 

 permanent interest. 



The unexpended balance now in the hands of the Committee is 

 $2,821.50. 



Xo reports of publication of work carried on with the aid of grants 

 from the C. M. Warren Fund have been received during the year, 



