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Walter R. Hibbard, JR. 1918-2010
Pages 184-189

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From page 185...
... When dr. Hibbard received the american institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum engineers Mineral economics award in 1983, he was cited for understanding and effectively communicating "the importance of mineral economics to the nation" throughout "his outstanding career in industrial research and management." Walter received his bachelor's degree in chemistry from Wesleyan University in 1939.
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From page 186...
... His forecast at that time was that the United States would find it increasingly difficult to compete with foreign ores unless technology improved, access to the world's supply of minerals was continually sought through mutually advantageous agreements with friendly nations, and the United states developed effective techniques for recognizing events that foretell significant changes in demand patterns. Walter was quoted as saying, "The successful application of technology to meet the mineral demands of the future is the most recurring theme in the appraisals of the projected supply-demand relationship." He concluded by asking for a minerals policy for the United states.
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From page 187...
... He held the distinction of being named a fellow by five different societies: American ceramic society, american academy of arts and sciences, american association for the advancement of science, american society of Metals, and Metallurgical society of the american institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum engineers. He was also a member of the american society for engineering education, the National society of Professional engineers, cosmos club, Virginia academy of science, and the National institute of ceramic engineers.
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From page 188...
... He chaired both the Materials advisory Board and the Building research advisory Board of the National research council and served on the National academy of sciences committee on the survey of Materials science and engineering. Walter authored more than 125 technical and economic policy reports related to materials, minerals, energy, and the environment.
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From page 189...
... HiBBard, Jr. He was also a coach and leader in the little league and Babe ruth league.
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