This report is a comprehensive annotated bibliography of substantive books, monographs, articles, and documents treating the origins, evolution, and current operational characteristics of the U.S. electoral college system, as well as proposals for its reform or abolition. An explanatory introduction is provided for readers unfamiliar with the issue.

The following bibliography is the result of a survey, through the open literature, of publications reporting original research on the uses of compounds containing thorium or uranium as catalysts. The bibliography is divided into two sections, one for thorium-containing catalysts and the other for uranium-containing catalysts. Within each section an alphabetical subject index is used to arrange the literature references. The subject headings describe the general uses for the actinide containing catalysts. Literature references are listed in chronological order under each subject heading.

This memorandum provides a brief summary on thoughts concerning `Strategic Withholding` (or perhaps, `Nuclear Parsimony`). It is chiefly meant to further support the view that there should be other significant doctrines besides `Brute-Force Retaliation`. The basic doctrinal argument is that it may be broadly disadvantageous to fire one`s missiles in equal, or `total` retaliation. It may be better to reply only softly, or not at all. The basic justification rests on an assumption of extended war, and on a logic addressed to what`s best for the surviving population and capability at any given point. In most strategic wargame exercises, it is rarely apparent that this principle is taken into account. The essential point of argument is that an extended war is not so different from peacetime posturing.

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Research and development areas that hold promise for maritime energy conservation are identified and evaluated. The methodology used in the evaluation of potential research areas and results, conclusions, and recommendations are presented. Fifteen programs are identified in four generic technologies and these are discussed in detail in appendices A-D. The areas are: main propulsion plants, propulsors, hydrodynamics, and vessel operations. Fuels are discussed briefly in appendix E. Additional information is presented on the generic US flag baseline operational and cost parameters; a sample output model is presented. (MCW)

Research and development areas that hold promise for maritime energy conservation are identified and evaluated. The methodology used is discussed in Chapter II. The technology base of the commercial marine transportation industry relating to energy usage is made up of: main propulsion plants, propulsors, hydrodynamics, vessel operations, and fuels. Fifteen specific program areas in the first four generic technologies are identified and are evaluated. An economic and energy impact analysis and technological risk assessment was performed on the specific program areas and the results are summarized in Chapter III. The first five appendices address the generic technologies. The sixth appendix contains the baseline operating and cost parameters against which the 15 program areas were evaluated, and the last appendix contains sample printouts of the MTEM model used to evaluate the energy consumption and economic impacts associated with the candidate technology areas. (MCW)

This document is a collection of executive-style briefings on selected repository design issues. Most of the briefings discuss differences between the US repository design bases presented in US Working Draft on Repository Physical Descriptions in a Salt Formation, prepared in support of INFCE discussions of May 1978 and the FRG-Netherlands design bases, presented in Design Study of a Radioactive Waste Repository to be Mined in a Medium-Size Salt Dome by Hamstra and Velzeboer, Netherlands Energy Research Foundation, January 1978. Advantages and disadvantages of the two sets of design bases are discussed, and the impacts of adopting either of these bases on the other's programs and positions are identified.

This report provides information about Federal programs and assistance benefiting the elderly primarily those persons age 60 and older.

Growth of second phase particles from a solid solution of copper-beryllium was studied to determine this alloy's suitability for acoustic emission testing. Optical and Scanning Electron microscopes were used to study the microstructure. Micro and macro hardness tests were also performed. A hardness curve for aging at 550/sup 0/F was determined. Microscopic examination revealed the presence of large inclusions which make this alloy unsuitable for the acoustic tests envisioned.

Irradiation of MetGlas samples in position E-1 of the reactor core is described. Data are tabulated on neutron energy and flux, and irradiation time. Data are also included on a specimen of 304 stainless steel cut from the irradiation assembly liner to be used for dosimetry. (JRD)

The present development status of the mica fission detectors is summarized. It is concluded that the techniques have been refined and developed to a state such that the mica fission counters are a reliable and reproducible detector for fission events.

The interrelationships among different demographic factors, specific causes of death, median family income, and estimated air pollution emissions were examined. Using the Medical Data Base (MEDABA) developed at Brookhaven National Laboratory, the entire population of the United States was cross-tabulated by income and emission levels of air pollutants. Path analysis was used to examine a number of patterns and relationships for each age, race, and sex group containing a minimum of 10,000 persons. Competitive and complementary effects were observed. These effects were frequently age dependent and occasionaly sex related. This specialized data base, the application of path analysis, and the development of a dynamic population and mortality model, in combination, proved to be a useful tool for investigating the effects of energy related pollutants on the exposed population.

This report describes the Role of Congress in the Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1958.

This report describes the Social Security Coverage for Employees of State and Local Governments.

Stability crileria are developed for the stability of motions of particles in a bucket while subjected to an acceleration voltage at small frequency difference {Delta}{nu}. The motion is stable if {Delta}{nu} {>=} {nu}{sub s} where {nu}{sub s} is the phase oscíllation frequency. This is essentially the same criterion as that the buckets not touch.

A survey was made of protection and suppression technologies relative to liquid sodium fires at selected sites. These technologies will find application in the Liquid Metal Fast Breeder Reactor (LMFBR) program. Based on this survey, a series of conclusions and recommendations are given. Dry type powder agents will only be of use of relatively small sodium fires. Large fires will be extinguished by inerting the chamber or collecting pans where the sodium leak occurs. Liquid sodium fire suppression methods must be incorporated into the initial design of an LMFBR. There exists a need for close coordination of liquid sodium fire technology and guidelines for fire fighting personnel. Suggestions are made for a number of technical development programs. An extensive search for new suppression agents is not recommended although carbon microspheres should be submitted for approval.

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, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Whether a chartered life underwriter may be licensed as a life insurance counselor without examination.

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, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Authority of Board of Polygraph Examiners to pay a 1975–76 travel claim when all 1975–76 funds have been spent.

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, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Whether Potter and Randall Counties may expend county funds to assist the City of Amarillo in the operation and maintenance of a Helium Monument.

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, John L. Hill, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification; Whether the management of the Savings & Loan Association may vote proxies of savings and members and borrowing members in favor of a proposed merger.

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, Crawford Martin, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Authority of Southwest Texas Junior College to issue promissory note, secured by pledge of bank stock, to build faculty housing.

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, Crawford Martin, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification; Construction of Article 895c and 978j-1, §13(o), Vernon's Penal Code, concerning nonresident hunters licenses as a requirement for hunting deer or javelina, and related questions.

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, Crawford Martin, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Whether the proposed regulations of the State Board of Insurance for the safe movement and operation of mobile service units and dispensing of flammable liquids are invalid because in conflict with the federal rules and regulations which implement of the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act and related questions?

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, Crawford Martin, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Authority of Coordinating Board to impose charges for late repayment of loans due under the college student loan program, pursuant to Section 52.01, et seq., Texas Education Code, and related questions.