Meeting #1511, 22 May 59:
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For the first time in a while, Plowshare got a great deal of attention
in this Commission meeting.
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In particular, Starbird noted the change in the
scope of the Harbor project in Alaska ( Chariot) and, as the Commission
had previously requested if additional expenditures were required, he was
now explaining the need for certain studies to be done and the adilitional
funding requirement of about I, 3 million dollars,
As near as I can gather,
the Commission seems to approve continuing the surveys and plans for this
project at additional funding levels as of this date,
Starbird also informed the Commission that two salt mines ( in the Houston and
Louisiana Gulf Regions) appear as feasible locations for testing the Latter
Hole theory.
Time required to prepare for.the tests is estimated at 60 to 90
days and both mine owners have been approached, Arrangements are being
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coordinated with a committee consisting of Killian, a State Department
Representative, and a DOD representative.
A joint press release is being
prepared to answer questions regarding the use of high explosives.
One of the two items discussed in executive session was seismic test
preparations.