WASHINGTON

April 13, 1981

Mr. Joshua Lederberg
President

The Rockefeller University
New York, New York 10021

Dear Joshua,

Thanks for your recent note. It was
good to hear from you.

I'm glad to learn that you are keeping
an eye on us. I share your concerns regarding
the problems of planning ahead for contingencies.
We look forward to getting a handle on these
problems in the days ahead, and if we can use your
help, I'll be sure to contact you.

Sincerely,

Daniel J. Murphy
Admiral, USN (Ret)
Chief of Staff