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“The war has emphasized the economic importance of geology in 
every branch of its science. It has done its work at home in the ways 
mentioned above, and on the battle front the geologist has been most 
important in determining the best possible places for camps, hospitals 
and the lines of defense.” 
May this emphasis not be forgotten. May the United States Govern- 
ment be always willing to contribute liberally to the Geological Survey 
for work in all of its departments. May the geologists themselves pursue 
all problems with the thought not only of developing their science but 
to promote the “general welfare of the people of the United States.” 
