A method is described for continuously varying the Van de Graaff ion beam energy while the count rate from the decay of the compound nucleus is monitored and recorded. The method utilizes a synchronous motor system to synchronize the recorder and the magnetic field control of the Van de Graaff analyzing system. Use of this method results in significant time saving in calibration of the Van de Graaff accelerator and the determination of target thicknesses. (auth)

Studies the prototype and production air pulse units.

The heat exchanger and steam generator for the U. S. Atomic Energy Commission Sodium Components Project will be constructed entirely of type 316 stainless steel. Because of the susceptibility of this alloy to stress corrosion cracking, it is proposed to clad all areas of the steam generator with Inconel where the stainless steel will be exposed to water and steam. A discussion is presented of the work to justify the selection of Inconel for this service. A discussion of Inconel type welding alloys is also included. (auth)

Photograph taken for a story in the Oklahoma Times newspaper. Caption: "Initiative Petition calling for a charter amendment to allow a vote of the people on all new trusts, lease purchase agreements and leasing of city property was filed at city hall Wednesday."

Photograph used for a story in the Oklahoma Times newspaper. Caption: "Friends since they entered the first grade at Wilson together and now co-workers on the YWCA membership drive are (left to right) Miss Nancy Holloway and Mrs. William A. Werme jr., who are served coffee by Mrs. Donald S. Kennedy at the campaign kick-off coffee in the home of Mrs. Frank Buttram."

Photograph taken for a story in the Daily Oklahoman newspaper. Caption: "Ted Radford, 46, a life-termer at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary here, was charged with murder Tuesday afternoon in the death of fellow prisoner Ed Coffman, 42."

Photograph used for a story in the Daily Oklahoman newspaper. Caption: "SURVEYING the Biltmore Hotel operation and its potential during the next 30 days will be Harry Hoghn of the Sheraton chain."

Photograph used for a story in the Oklahoma Times newspaper. Caption: "Amusing applique catches the eye of Mollie Wells, 3, as her grandmother, Mrs. Stephen D. Holloway, holds up a new gray and white checked gingham dress and white organdy apron for her to admire."

Semiweekly student newspaper from the North Texas State College in Denton, Texas that includes local, state, and campus news along with advertising.

Letter from John J. Herrera to Andrew Espinosa, Jr., dated March 1, 1961. The letter indicates that Herrera forwarded Espinosa's previous letter to William D. Bonilla, the new State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens.

Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to William D. Bonilla, dated March 1, 1961. Herrera congratulates Bonilla on his election as State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens. Herrera refers to an enclosed letter from Andrew Espinosa, Jr.

Photograph used for a newspaper owned by the Oklahoma Publishing Company.

Photograph used for a story in the Oklahoma Times newspaper. Caption: "An angry customer was refused service at a S May tavern Wednesday morning and retaliated by throwing a live grenade through the door."

Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, Will Wilson, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Whether the State Board of Insurance may promulgate or approve rating plans which insurance companies may elect to use for modification of basic automobile rates promulgated by the Board.

This report contains questions and answers on topics in reactor physics.

During the post-irradiation measuring of fuel elements from PT-IP-262A by, Component Testing Operations, Irradiation Processing Department, one element exhibited 0.069 inch of diametric ellipticity. The element had been fabricated from natural uranium, clad in X-8001 aluminum alloy, and was internally and externally cooled during irradiation. The element was selected for detailed examination to determine the cause of the distortion and was transferred to the Radiometallurgy Laboratory in January 1961. Growth in the radial direction over the total length in one quadrant of the fuel was the cause of the distortion. Maximum ellipticity of the uranium was 0.037 inch. Corrosion of the cladding corresponding to the minor axis of ellipticity made the distortion appear more severe. The uranium had away from the spire braze layer over a three-inch length in the central portion of the element and at the point of maximum ellipticity approximately 110{degree}of the angular distance around the spire contained a gap. Grains in the uranium were larger in the area adjacent to the spire gap than in the remainder of the piece. Two possible causes are: (1) A pocket of large grained, oriented uranium existed in the element when it was canned. (2) Oriented uranium caused growth which …

Developments at the Bettis Laboratory in the area of reactor technology are reported. Seven papers are included for which separate abstracts are prepared. (J.R.D.)

A bibliography comprising 208 unclassified references is presented on nuclear direct energy conversion devices. Major emphasis is placed on auxiliary power devices suitable for use in satellites including reports on nuclear batteries, thermoelectric cells, thermionic conversron and aspects of the SNAP program. (J.R.D.)

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about Bishop Fulton J. Sheen arriving in Dallas to speak to audiences.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about groundbreaking on Grand Prairie's first large shopping center.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about the Our Lady of Victory school in Fort Worth teaching advanced math to first graders using a French system.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about senatorial candidate Paul Eix of Dallas explaining his platform.

Monthly newsletter from Dallas, Texas published by the Stamps Quartet Music Company that includes news and information concerning gospel music along with advertising.

Bimonthly newsletter published for employees of the Convair Division in Fort Worth containing work-related information, updates about employees, and other news.