76 JOURNAL OF THE SOCIETY OF COSMETIC CHEMISTS but also assisting and advising whenever called upon, and many, many others, all made my year as President a pleasant one. It was so, only be- cause I found in the Soct•.T¾ such enthusiastic, competent, willing helpers. Assembled for installation ceremonies are TI•E SOCIETY OlV COSMETIC CHEMISTS' new officers for 1956. Left to right: Robert A. Kramer, Secretary Gabriel Barnett, Director George G. Kolar, President Savery F. Coneybear, Director and Walter A. Taylor, Treas- urer. The President-elect, Sabbat J. Strianse, was not present for the picture. The induc- tion took place at the SoeIETY'S Annual Fall Meeting in New York City, December 15th. And now, I am happy to introduce to you, your officers and directors for next year who will take over the responsibilities of their offices im- mediately following tonight's meeting. Directors--Gabriel Barnett Savery F. Coneybear Secretary--Robert A. Kramer Treasurer--Walter A. Taylor President-Elect--Sabbat J. Strianse President--George G. Kolar You have now all been elected, introduced, and will you now please con- sider yourselves installed as of tomorrow morning. I know you will find the Soct•.T¾ members cooperative and glad to help you as you carry out your duties and responsibilities in the coming year.