of the Atomic Energy Commission. In areas
responsbility, namely, the development and
nuclear weapons and the application of the
civilian purposes, the United States leads
vital that our leadership be continued. I
of the Commission's
production of
atom to peaceful,
the world. It is
can say with confi-
dence as I leave my position that the dedication and high
caliber of my fellow Commissioners who will continue in office,
and the very able Commission staff, assures continuing progress
and leadership in the field of atomic energy.
I om
With warm personal regards and with deep appreciation,
Respectfully yours,
(Sieeeey Teh Ay Wetton
John A. McCone
The President
The White House
Washington 25, D. C.
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