January 18, 1950. 
The Honorable, 
The Secretary of State, 
Washington 25, D.C . 
Sir: 
I beg to advise that about the first of February I am 
going to Panama on official work for the Smithsonian 
Institution. In accordance with this may I ask that my 
official Passport No. 7099 be validated for this journey. 
With appreciation of your attention, I am 
Very truly yours. 
A. Wetmore, 
Secretary. 
