High Standing in the Scientific World and Dwight David Eisenhower
Eisenhower thanks Whitaker for his letter regarding the conferring of an honorary degree upon Dr. Allen V. Astin, Director of the National Bureau of Standards. Eisenhower assures Whitaker that this action will not be misconstrued. The decision to honor him “confirms his high standing in the scientific world.” Eisenhower also mentions the Secretary of Commerce’s public approbation of Astin as well as an ad hoc inquiry at the Bureau.
This letter is available on the digital library project I Remain.
Allen Astin [left] with President Martin D. Whitaker [right] and Bruce G. Johnston, Director of Research, in conversation. Lehigh University, 1955. Allen V. Astin was one of the special guests for the dedication of the Fritz Engineering Laboratory new addition.
The physical exhibit also includes a brochure for the dedication Fritz Engineering Laboratories, 1955.