June 26, 1950
Dear Dr. Lederberg,

The letter came today and all forms of mental
gymnastics otherwise, I did not receive the fellow-
ship. It was a form letter with the usual mis-
givings.

I had not counted upon receiving the fellowship,
but the news came as a blow, especially since Marilyn
has been asked to leave work next month (some silly
rule about not working during pregnancy).

I know that the old funds will conginue, but
as you must realize they are far from adequate. I
would appreciate knowing what other possibilities
there are for an increase as my father will be visit-
ing with us shortly and I will have to make some
definate financial arrangements with him. Bill Stone
told me that Dr. Irwin had obtained an instructorship
for him as his G.I. Bill had run out. Though it
might postpone my degree couldn't something of that
sort be worked out?

Sorry to pressyou on your vacation.

Sincerely,

hasten