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23 June TWX from Foster to Betts stresses that atmospheric testing not
be "given up'' arbitrarily. Notes firm interest in and study of regime

from 7 - 50 km in relation to ABM problems and low altitude EMP effects
on ICBM systems as two reasons not to ignore atmospheric test regime.

27 June ltr from Betts to Ramey (JCAE) refers to 21 June testimony by
Betts to JCAE and Senator Jackson's inquiry as to funding for test
resumption should Congress not be in session.
Betts notes avenue for
obtaining funds at any such time.

27 June TWXes (2) from Bradbury to Betts give LASL proposed tests and

justifications for a medium-range program and comments on long-range

developments.

27 June TWX from Foster to Betts on changes to short-term program and

details of LRL medium and long-term programs.

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