January 18, i960 
Mr. J. Bruce B redin 
P. O. Box 87 
Wilmington, Delaware 
Dear Mr. Bredin: 
I am now happy to inform you that Dr . Schmitt is making the 
neeessatry arrangements for the expedition to the Yucatan area next 
spring. I am. also very glad to know that it ha® been possible to 
charter the 'Blue Gs»os©‘ for the period March 25 to May 6, I960. 
Was have, as you suggested, asked Dr. Schmitt to be the leader 
of the expedition and with hi® advice we will select the personnel for 
the scientific work of the expedition. 1 certainly agree that it would 
be fine to have Dr. J. e". Gates Clarke in the expedition but, at this 
writing, it is doubtful that Dr. A. C, Smith will be able to participate. 
Or. Schmitt will be in touch with you concerning the personnel of the 
expedition. 
*-''*“* Schmitt is most happy to have Mr. finiay accompany the 
expedition* He tell® rue that m the past he has indeed proven himseli 
to be a wonderful shipmate . 
I have written a letter to Dr. franklin C. Dalber in accordance 
with your suggestion that the invitation, to join the expedition, originate 
ro « th * Smithsonian. This letter is enclosed as Dr. Schmitt feels 
that , it should bo gent to you -.ot review. In it, as you will note, i have 
outlined certain stipulations in accordance with Smithsonian policy. 
Please feel free to make any additions or deletions . If the letter meets 
with your approval, may I suggest that your secretary send it to 
Dr. Oaibe r in the enclo#$d 6A¥#iop6 • 
It is indeed good news that you will personally be able to 
join the group . 
