To the Editor of the CRIMSON:
There is absolutely no connection, as you imply, between the decision not to publish Professor Watson's The Double Helix at Harvard and Thomas J. Wilson's resignation as director of Harvard University Press.
I first learned of Mr. Wilson's decision to retire in late December of 1966: the final decision on publishing the Watson book here was made in May 1967.
It is incorrect to state that "Pusey unexpectedly decided to get involved." As you note on your editorial page of the issue of February 14, Mr. Pusey received letters objecting to the manuscript from scientists who figured in it. Mr. Wilson kept Mr. Pusey fully informed of reactions received by the Press, and it was with Mr. Wilson's knowledge that the matter was placed before the Corporation. Mark Carroll Director, Harvard University Press
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