September 6, 1963 
Smithsonian Institution 
Division of Birds 
Attn; Mr. Roger Clapp* 
P. 0. Box 9187 
Honolulu 20, Hawaii 
Dea.r Roger:** ’ ^ . . 
HU Did you notice that your, mail is enclosed in the* sturdy, brown 
envelope? Enjoy reading it. 
First and most important order of business is about yotir passport. 
Maryanna needs it back to get the visa attached to it for the Tawakoni 
-trip add visits to British possessions in the Phoenix group. Will you 
please either send it immediately by mail, or send it back with Dr. 
Ely? this is Important. , 
Advice for today; Please, Roger, don't get so detatched. It's 
really not v/orth it. Besides, you can really enjoy yorirself looking at 
the sea—it’s fascinating. Don’t let this time go to the birds. 
Sincerely, 
P' 
