XIV JOURNAL OF THE BOARD. 



Resolved^ That the Executive Committee have full power as to the 

 site and position of the statue. 



In regard to the inscription, after consideration, it was, on motion of 

 Dr. Maclean, unanimously — 



JResolved, That the inscription on the pedestal of the statue consist 

 of the name "Joseph Henry." 



After consideration of the subject of the ceremonies to be observed 

 at the unveiling of the statue, on motion of Dr. Porter, it was — 



Resolved, That the Executive Committee be authorized to take such 

 action in regard to the erection of the statue as it may think best. 



The Secretary presented the annual report of the operations of the 

 Institution for the year 1881. 



On motion of Dr. Copp^e, it was — 



Resolved, That the report of the Secretary be referred to the Execu- 

 tive Committee, with authority to transmit it to Congress. 



On motion, the Board then adjourned sine die. 



