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The Council was impressed by the important issues that could be addressed by a submillimeter telescope, including (but not limited to) the investigation of star formation, galaxy structure, and quasar studies. The SAO has excellent scientists who are already involved in various aspects of submillimeter astronomy and it has made a thorough study of how the techniques of single dish astronomy could be extended to an interferometric array.

The suggested upgrade of the Multiple Mirror Telescope to a 6.5 meter light weight single dish seems to be a natural evolution of this productive telescope. If performed in a timely manner, the upgrade could provide unique scientific capabilities before the larger 8 and 10 meter mirrors become available at other institutions.

Theorists have an important role to play in the development of astronomical knowledge. At SAO they enjoy a unique opportunity to take a first look at new glimpses of the previously unobserved universe. Questions concerning the appointment of more theorists would seem to be best phrased in terms of quality not quantity. If theorists of extraordinary talent wish to work in the stimulating environment of SAO, a place must be found for these talented people. The synergism between observation and theory can be mutually stimulating and productive. 

The Council recognizes and values the effort that the SAO Director and his staff put into the visit. There was much to learn about and these large and momentous issues justify careful and continuing exploration.

On Saturday the Council reconvened at the Ripley International Center, to spend the day discussing Smithsonian programs and collections concerned with American Indians. In the morning session Messrs. Mintz and Schorske focussed their attention on collections policies. During the afternoon Alice Ilchman and Dave Warren chaired a broader consideration of Smithsonian Indian policies. No formal presentations were requested of staff, but an earlier meeting between the  Council committee and various specialists at the Smithsonian had produced several useful summaries and position papers, and from time to time in the course of the discussion invited guests, from the SI and from without, offered points of information and position. 

The Council notes that the major current problem in collections policy derives from the relations with American Indian communities. As to the repatriation of both human remains and artifacts, the claims of the Indian  communities appear to have generally been met with openness and understanding. These claims have been addressed with a strong will to accommodate them to the Smithsonian's national scientific and educational mission. 

The Council commends the efforts to meet the concerns of the Indian community in all relevant parts of the Smithsonian Institution, particularly formation of an intra-institutional coordinating committee under the aegis of the Assistant Secretary for Museums. The Council recognizes that inter-bureau collaboration requires on-going attention, and is happy to note that recent tendencies in the disciplines of both history and anthropology favor new, cooperative approaches. It is hoped that through concrete projects the Museums of Natural History and American History may strengthen their intellectual interaction and practical collaboration. This can only deepen the analysis and enhance the presentation of the Indian experience. The contemporary character of Indian