lke a r i ‘, : I believe we can accommodate Dr. Donaldson and his group nicely, probably not berthed in officers country, but certainly in the wardroom for meals; so I am agreeable providing CNO gives them the proper clearance for the trip on board. We probably will be able to provide them with a boat. I carry two landing craft boats (LOVP) with a capacity of about thirty six persons including crew so I believe one should be sufficient . for use in transporting the natives to the ship. If the Marshallese have canoes they can be a Dig help. If you feel, however, that your requirements will necessitate the use of both my beats tnen please ask Dr. Donaldson to try and arrange to pick up another one for his use. I am attempting to have my arrival date in Pearl remain 1 February as originally scheduled. This will allow me some time for upkeep there before sailing as well as liberty for - ,i TesCe a it could help out in the volume somewhat. . * a bes . 4 “ acage te iinet oem te | ie « m 4 Fe ale ee tink ws ; We can provide a hundred pounds of air preasure on board but our capacity is limited so I estimate that we could provide about forty pounds sustained pressure and if only required for short periods up to a hundred pounds. I assume your air driven motor would only require air in shert bursts so I do not anticipate any problem there. If necessary I could also throw - on the line one of our main engine clutch air compressors for a limited time, although this wouldn't increase the pressure the crew as a break in what otherwise would be a long woyage. I will be pleased to hear from you regarding any other assistance we can render to insure your mission is a complete success. m I Lie enant Commander, fU.S. Navy . Commanding Officer U.S.S. PLUMAS COUNTY (LST-1033) S071 12 PhaninateaeslbyaaaBaeae + teed de lee A oe natSissi faeRNS 5 fay Set He Ty coc ~ x Lva eee SOL ae4.) sontYe Bh ct Shea a