C. G. Loran Station, Sand Island, Johnston Island Atoll 29 August 10, 1963 Received message from Maryanna that a Chief Gragossian would arrive August 11 with dry ice and would be responsible for shipment. Received two letters from Maryanna. One dated August 2 suggested Ken Amerman and Pat Elliott stay on until the 4th of September. Their orders say August 18 and a construction crew is due in next week so I think this is impossible. Also it will be against the CO's wishes. The letter also suggested that Ken Wilz remain until September 10 so the replacement party will overlap with us. The other letter, dated August 6 stated that DTC was sending a chief to Sand to carry back 250 Shearwaters and would arrive on the 12th or 15th. Also bird shipping boxes, etc. have been sent to arrive no later than August 13 or 14. Also 150 more birds will be needed in late September. During the afternoon we cut color markers (approximately 1000). August 11, 1963 Chief Gragossian did not arrive. Sent message to DTC and SI to this effect. Also no dry ice was on plane. All plans for Amerman and Elliott to leave tomorrow are still in effect. They began to pack for this and got their clothes cleaned. August 12, 1963 Received messages from DTC (both classified and unclassified) concerning the chief's arrival and purpose [collect birds (Shearwater) sera and ectoparasites]. Lt. Hayes received message that ten man