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served until 1917, when he was forced to retire because of 

 declining health. He died on August 15, 1920. He was the 

 fortunate possessor of an exceedingly happy disposition and 

 courteous manner, and of the faculty of retaining the friend- 

 ship of those with whom he came in daily contact. 



Richard P. Schutz 



Richard P. Schutz was born in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, 

 on June 1, 1857. In 1910, he became an attendant in the 

 Museum, in which position he served during his remaining 

 years. His services were always satisfactory to the Adminis- 

 tration, and his uniform kindliness toward all with whom he 

 associated will long be remembered. His sudden death on 

 August 27, 1920, came as a distinct shock to all the employees 

 of the Museum who had known him. 



Benjamin L. Smith 



Benjamin L. Smith was born in New York City on Decem- 

 ber 29, 1877. In 1902, he became a member of the Construc- 

 tion Department, where he served as a painter until March 

 15, 1919, when, because of ill health, he was obliged to go on 

 leave of absence. His condition became such that it was neces- 

 sary for him to live in the mountains of Pennsylvania. There 

 he died on October 2, 1920. He was an excellent worker at 

 his trade and of cheerful disposition. His death was a matter 

 of general regret among his associates. 



