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and his sister has a $1200 job, so I feel considerably relieved.
Feb 27. Here all day
Feb 28 Met Nichols at his office and explained him Baskerville situation, asking his cooperation for introducing the oil process in Corn Products Co. He promised his cooperation, would write immediately to his friend Bedford who now is in the South. Would also call up local men etc. Dr. Beckers his chemical adviser was present at interview. I find out Beckers and Metz are enemies.
Felt very much encouraged by good will of Nichols.
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Went to Hays to talk over several pending matters.
March 1. Here. [[strikethrough]] Ma [[/strikethrough]] George Roll tells me Hays talked to Rossi about possibility of being a director and tried to make him understand that if he is made director should vote with R&H which makes me furious
March. 2. Left early. Director's meeting at R&H. Sales last month $112000 and $150000 already on the books 
Business undoubdetly picking up. Transfered 1 share each of Bakelite Stock to Celine to Nina and to George Roll so as to enable them to be within terms of new bye laws in case I want to sell or donate any of my