THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
Laboratory of Genetics
Genetics Building
MADISON, WISCONSIN 53706

May 25, 1967 Department of Medical Genetics

Department of Genetics School of Medicine

College of Agriculture

Dr. Joshua Lederberg

t/o Professor Luigi Cavalli-Sforza
Instituto Genetica

Via Sant 'Epifanio 14

Pavia, Italy

- Dear Joshua:

| have consulted with the University Administration regarding the
acceptance of your Nobel Prize Medal. This is a noble gesture and is
much appreciated by the University (and by me). The University agrees
to have the medal appraised for its "market value".

Bob Taylor suggests that, if you find this suitable, there be a
short presentation in the President's office at 2:30 on the afternoon of
June 5. This would be following the noon luncheon that you already know
about. There would be an opportunity for you to make or distribute what-
ever statement you like to the press, photographers, and TV. You needn't
reply now; the arrangement could be modified, or cancelled, after you
arrive in Madison.

Ann and | have made two tentative social engagements. One is to have
the Zieburs, who are in Madison this year, for dinner Sunday noon and a.
group of your friends from the genetics group for Sunday evening, both at
our house. Aside from these -- which are subject to change or cancel lation,
of course -- we have involved you in nothing other than the regular com-
mencement ceremonies.

It will be good to see you; I'm looking forward to it eagerly.

Sincerely,

  

James F. Crow
JFC:Ic

cc: Mrs. Edna Forsberg
Robert Taylor

P.S. Say hello to Lucca, Barai, et al.

P.P.S. The medal just arrived!