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3800 Clarendon Blvd., 80th floor, Arlington, VA 22201. August 13,1951

Dr. Josshua Lederberg 45000 Bogert Avenue. Ridgewood, New Jersey

Dear Joshua,

It has been awhile since the conference in Vienna, and oh how Iwish we could live in such peaceful times again. Unfortunately such is not the case and it is my duty to inform you that due to your expertise in the field of genetics you have been selected to join the staff of the labratory located on Ellis Island.

For reasons of security, it will be necessary for you to depart immediaty--and to do so without discussing the nature of your assignment with your family, friends, or associates. Please do not resist. Lieutenant Powell and his subordinates will resort you to New York and from there to Ellis Island.

I'm aware of your feelings on this matter and the hardship this will impose on you, but this is a time of sacrifice, and I know that you will respond accordingly.

Sincerely Yours, Dr. Leonid Makine