ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE YESHIVA UNIVERSITY 1710 NEWPORT AVENUE Naw York 61, N.Y. OFFICE OF THE DEAN September 2, 1955 Dr. Joshua “ederberg Department of Genetics The University of Wisconsin College of Agriculture Madison 6, Wisconsin Dear Dr, Lederberg: the Committee on the Selection of a Chairman for the Department of Microbiology is disappointed in your ae-| cision, Nevertheless, I can understand the sound rea-‘ Jel sons which have led you to reach your decision. I have your letter of August 30th, and needless to =| \ DP I do hope you will visit us should you be in the East, With cordial regards. Sincerely “ at! & brah Are bOUF. Abraham White Associate Dean AW:ms