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The items of clothing listed on page 4 of the memorandum to
investigators are those which are needed for cold weather

field work. In other words, the laboratory attempts to supply
all clothing which normally would not be useful to field
operators in the States. We do this in order to relieve them
of the burden of paying for arctic clothing just for use during
their short stay here.

We do not attempt to furnish light underwear, light cotton or
silk socks, which many people prefer to wear next to their
feet beneath woolen socks, or cotton shirts. You will have to
use. your own judgment as to what items of field clothing you
believe will be necessary to bring with you in order to be
comfortably clothed if the heavy gear listed does not suit
your preferences.

We do not attempt to furnish head gear in general, but will
furnish insect-proof head nets. For the people who spend most
of their time in the field, we will supply rubber hip boots.

It will be the prerogative then of the individual to wear such
boots or not, as he finds conditions necessitating them in the
field. Gloves are not included in the gear we furnish. Cotton
gloves can be obtained at the local store at about $.45 or

$.50 per pair. If heavier hand covering is desired, woolen
mittens with the index finger separate and leather mittens to
go over the entire woolen mittens, can be obtained at the store
also. These are about $2.00 a pair.

It will be appreciated if you will forward clothing sizes
for your party, as requested in the memorandum to investigators,
at your earliest opportunity.

Let me assure you that everything will be done that is reasonably
possible to help you cover as much territory during the summer
season as is compatible with the best interests of the Arctic
Research Laboratory and of the entire group of investigators
stationed here for the summer. Completely detailed plans will

be worked out after your arrival.

 
     

Sincerely are,
Cy

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