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Dr. Conard previously requested that we obtain permission to give two
out of five buildings on Utirik to the people for building materials.
Since DASA, in a letter to the Trust Territory Government dated
Sugust 16, 1963, transferred the buildings on the six weather/rad-safe
sites to the Trust Territory, it appears this request should be directed
to your office.
However, it is requested that the other three building s
be retained for the use of the AEC Medical survey team.
If DASA releases
the leases on all of the sites, this office is prepared to continue the rental
payments on the site occupied by the three buildings on Utirik.
Your cooperation in returning the Marshallese patient to her home on
Rongelap is very much appreciated.
As soon as Mr. Heine has notified
Dr. Conard of a firm sailing date for a ship to Rongelap in February, we
will probably be requesting your assistance in obtaining an SA-16 about
February 28, 1967 and again about March 14 for the Medical survey team.
Again your interest and cooperation is very much appreciated and we assure
you we will continue to maintain an active interest in the welfare of the
Marshallese people and the Trust Territory as a whole.
Very truly yours,
William A. Bonnet
Manager