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#67378
8 February 1952
The files of G-2, Department of the Army, were checked in Subject's name
on 5 February 1952. A file in the name of Thomas Edgar
was reviewed
and disclosed the following information:
In a letter to the Commanding General, 2nd Army, Fort George G. Meade, Mary-
land from Intelligence Division, General Staff, U. S. Army, Washington, D. C.,
dated 25 May 1943, the Investigations Section states that information has been
received from the Plans and Operations Division, General Staff, U. S. Army,
liaison agency with the U. S. Atomic Energy Commission, for the Department of the
Army, that
Thomas Edgar was granted. "Q" clearance on 2 February 1949.
The ABC clearance number if NY 6514.
The above information was predicated upon an L/S from 2nd Army, to Director
Intelligence, requesting verification of "Q" clearance regarding above individ-
ual.
File further reflects that the FBI conducted investigations on 18 January
1949 at Cincinnati, Ohio and 12 January 1949 at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania regard-
ing Subject.
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8 April 1952
SYNOPSIS:
SUBJECT presently resides at 2596 Neil Avenue and not at
1596. He is married, has a son, about 25 years of age. SUBJECT
attended Ohio State University from 1935 to 1939, receiving a
B.S.C. degree. He was formerly employed as a garage mechanic
in Hilliard, Ohio and is presently Assistant Director of a Re-
search Foundation at the Ohio State University. Neighborhood.
investigation was extremely favorable, nothing of a derogatory
nature was developed. Credit favorable and Police negative.
SUBJECT reportedly investigated by the Federal Bureau of In-
vestigation.
This data is property of Inspection and Security Office, to be re-
turned when 
subject is no longer covertly ward. Its cristence or
contents 
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disclosed except to CIA Statt Choos
directly 
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BIRTH AND CITIZENSHIP:
At Columbus, Ohio:
8 April 1952
According to the records of the Registrars Office, Ohio
State University, SUBJECT was born in Wellston, Chio during
January 1903.
EDUCATION:
At Columbus, Ohio:
The records of the Registrars office, Ohio State University
on 21 February 1952, revealed that SUBJECT was a student from
1935 to 1939, at which time he graduated with a B.S.C. degree.
EMPLOYMENT:
At Columbus, Ohio:
On 7 February 1952, the records of the Ohio Bureau of
Credits revealed that SUBJECT is presently the Assistant Direc
tor of the Research Foundation of the Ohio State University. Upon
graduation from O.S.U., or shortly thereafter in December 1939,
SUBJECT was employed by the university as Assistant Fraternity
Auditor. He later moved from that position to that of Assistant.
Director in 1946. Prior to the time, he was employed as a mechi
anic in Arch Alder's Chevrolet Garage, Hilliards, Ohio.
HEIGHBORHOOD:
At Columbus, Ohio:
On 2 April 1952, it was determined that SUBJECT resides in
an apartment building located at 2596 Neil Anemus, near the uni-
versity. Mrs Mac OWEN, Apt. "D". 2596 Neil Avenue, stated that
she has known the SUBJECT and his wife since the time of their
moving in the building, which was about three years ago. She
described them as Frost substatial people" and added that SUB-
JECT is the Assistant Director of the Research Foundation, Ohio
State University. He is most capable, likeable and respectable
man and enjoys a fine reputation in the building and in the
neighborhood generally. She further stated that the FEI has in-
vestigated him several years ago, apparently in connection with
his job at the Foundation. She described SUBJECT and his wife as
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Supper middle class with one son, about twenty-five years of age
who is married and resides out of Ohio, although he is presently
staying with his folks because his wife is in a hospital in
Columbus with their newly arrived baby. Informant stated that she
knew nothing but good relative to SUBJECT and his family and
that he is truly a patriotic American.
On 2 April 1952, Mrs Thomas REEDER, Apt. "5", 2506 Neil
Avenue, stated that she has known SUBJECT and his wife as neigh-
bors and that they are fine people, respected in the community
and are conservative in their living and habits. They have one
son, Ed, who is preently staying with them. SUBJECT, according
to informant, is "homey" and does not drink or have any bad
habits to her knowledge. She considere him a one-hungred per-
cent American,
On 2 April 1952, Mrs. F.W. HOMSHER, Apt. "C", 2590 Neil
Avenue, stated that she has been acquainted with the SUBJECT and
his wife for about a year as neighbors. She knew little about
than except that they are nice people and well thought of in
the neighborhood, They are quiet, do not engage in many social
activities. Informant confirmed SUBJECT's employment and added
that she knew of nothing of a derogatory nature regarding the
SUBJECT or his family.
Mrs John R. SHOWBALL, Apt. "A", 2596 Neil Avenue, stated that
she has known SUBJECT and his wife just three years or since the
time they moved into the building, three years ago this month.
She stated that she liked tham very much and knew of no finer
people. They are respected in the community and are quiet and con-
servative. SUBJECT neither drinks or carouses and is a "hombody",
except that he plays a great deal of golf with her husband. In
formant stated that SUBJECT's son Ed is presently with SUBJECT
coming here from West Virginia for the arrival of their newborn
youngster. She added that SUBJECT has a fine poistion with the
Research Foundation as Assistant Director, and is a thorough
American.
REFERENCES:
it Columbus, Ohio:
On 3 April 1952, Mrs Harvey BROWER, 2268 Summit Street,
stated that she purchased the premiass on which she now resides,
from SUBJECT about twelve years ago and although she did not know
the NOCOO family except for the real-estate transaction, she had
heard many good things about them from neighbors that used to liv
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in this part of the community. She stated that everyone seemed
to have a good word for both SUBEJCT and his wife and she know
of nothing derogatory in the regard. She added that Mrs John
MONROE, 2262 Summit Street, know the SUBJECT and his wife.
On 3 April 1952, Mrs John MONROE, was interviewed and stated
that she had known the SUBJECT's wife since they were younsters
living in Hilliard, Ohio and that she has known SUBJECT since he
and his wife married nearly thirty years ago. The 's were
wonderful people and well thought of by everyone. SUBJECT was for
merly employed by Arch Alder's Chevrolet Gagage in Hilliard, Ohio
after which he returned to Ohio State University. He was later e
ployed by 0.S.U. in some capatity, becoming Assistant Director of
the Research Foundation. Informant suggested another person that
was acquainted with the 's, Mrs Harry MYERS, 6500 Dublin
Road, north of Columbus, Ohio.
On 3 April 1952, Mrs Harry MIERS, was interviewed and stated
that she had known the -' and that they were very close
friends. She knew of nothing derogatory regarding SUBJECT and
stated that she considered the
family as the highest type
of people. SUBJECT's son, Ed, is engaged in some type of Engin-
eering work, believed to be in Detroit, Michigan
AGENTS NOTE:
It was determined that Arch Adler, SUBJECT's former employer.
and personally known to the writer, is presently confined to a
hospital and not available for interview.
Norman ARMENTROUT, Manager, Alder's Garage, Hilliard, Ohio
stated that SUBJECT was the best mechanic they had ever had in
the garage. Informant stated that he has heard Mr. Adler make
this statement many times since SUBJECT left in 1937. He further
stated that SUBJECT and his wife had a fine reputation and were
patriotic Americans. Informant had attended high school with
SUBJECT's son Ed, whom he described as a first rate fellow, who
displayed that he came from good people..
CREDIT AND CREDIT REFERENCES:
At Columbus, Ohios
The records of the Ohio Credit Bureau, 83 S. 4th Street,
examined on 7 February 1952, revealed that SUBJECT arried Helen
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B. in Hilliards, Ohio; that he has worked for Alder's Garage in
Hilliards until about 1927; that he had been hurt and collected
a claim from the Ohio Industrial Commission; further that he want
to Ohio State University and graduated with a B.S.C. degree in
1939 and then went on the payroll of O.S.U. in Iecember 1939.
Presently Assistant Director of the 0.S.U. Research Foundation,
and prior to this was Assistant Fraternity Auditer. Further, in
1949 he had financed an automobile through General Motore with a
mortgage of 9349.00 which is prompt; that his credit rating is
good, nothing against his and most purchases are for cashe
POLICE (CRIMINAL AND SUBVERSIVE). RECORDS:
At Columbus, Ohler
The records of the Columbus Police Department, on 7 February
1952, failed to reveal any information on SUBJECT. The files of
the Ohio Un-American Activities Commission were examined on h
April 1952 and failed to reveal any information on SUBJECT.
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for
1. Reference is made to your request dated 27 December 1951
recommendation as to whether an Operational Clearance should be granted
to permit the Subject's use as cover in Europe under sover of present
ployment.
2. The attached information regarding the Subject is furnished to
you as an aid in determining whether or not the Subject should be used under
the authority of an Operational Clearance in the capacity set forth in your
request.
3. This memorandum pertains only to the assignment mentioned in
Paragraph 1 above. It is requested that this office be informed of your
decision as to whether you intend to use the Subject. If the Subject in
not used, the attached material should be returned to the writer in a
sealed envelope marked "Eyes Only," indicating the reasons for not using
the Subject.
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FOR THE SECURITY OFFICER, CIA:
ROBERT H. CUNNINGHAM
Attsomments:
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SUBJECT: P2_2359
1. The following biographical data is "vailable on Subj-ets
Per Davis
159 Kell Avenue
Columbus, Ohio
Acting Head of Research, Ohio State University
Research Foundation
BSC in Business Administration 1939 Ohio State U.
1939-1942 Assistent Auditor, Dean's Office
Since 1942 has been Assistant to Director
Research Foundation.
Date of Birth will be forwarded as soon as received,
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COVERT NAME CHECK REPORT
DATE: 19 February 1952
SUBJECT: T.B.D. 67378 OC 060
In accordance with your request, a covert name check
was conducted on Subject with results as indicated below:
AGENCY
RETURN
DATE
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209
STATE
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216
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PAS
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FORM 8090-46
10/12/50 Investigation revealed nothing derogatory regarding
Subject's character, reputation, employment, neighborhood, and
associates.
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turned when subject is no longer covertly usod. Its existence or
contents must not be disclosed except to CIA Staff Officets.
directly concerned
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Columbus, Ohio
Acting Head of Research, Ohio State University
Research Foundation
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SUBJECT:
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Pres. Empl.
F. ACTION: Investigation, including covert name checks *
Covert name checks only_
Development of biographic data
Reply as soon as possible re L&S check FBI check Other
Special name checks
16. SUGGESTED COVER FOR INVESTIGATION:
General U.S. Government interest
Non-government, commercial interest
Special
H. The chief of the interested Division has certified that OSO operational
files and documents contain no information of investigative or security
interest in addition to that set forth in PRQ I and II. (Reviewed by):
I. Please return attached PRQ Part I PHS 57's
of your action.
Biographie Tate
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SECURITY INFORMATION
CS-1124 (Osborn)
Priority
21 December 1951
MEMORANDUM FOR: Chief, STC/BPB
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Chief, PLANS
Request for Operational Clearance on James S. Owens,
Director, Ohio State University Research Foundation
1. With reference to the serversation between Hr. Kaufuna and
Nr. Cebern on 20 December 1951, it is requested that action 
be 
taken
to escure provisional operational clearance 
on Dr. James S. Ovens,
Director, Ohio State University Research 
Foundation.
2. Subject to successful clearance, it is planned to have
representative of FDV contact Dr. Owens through an 
appointment 
arranged
by 00 to determine if he would be willing 
to prepare a letter from the
Foundation to the American-Scandanavian Foundation 
in New York.
satent of this letter would introduce and sponsor financially 'an
agent when YIN bus arranged to send to one of the 
Scandanavian 
countris
under spensership of the American-Scandanavian 
Foundation.
Hiday
3. . Ovens and his assistant, Thomas B. Davis already possess
CIA clearance up to and including "Secret in 
connection with a
classified CIA project being carried out by the 
Mapping and 
Charting
The 0.8.U. Research 
Foundation has
Laboratory of the Foundation.
considerable unclassified program, however, and its connection with
CIA is not publicly known. It is understood 
that Mr. Harris Lyczs,
PASS, has all the details concerning the clearances 
on Dr. Owens 
and
Davis.
YDW is extremely anxious to complete these arrangements,
it would be appreciated if you would treat this request as 
a 
priority
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21 December 1951
MEMORANDUM FOR: Chief, STC/SPB
FROM:
SUBJECT:
for
Chief, PLANS H
Request for Operational Clearance on James S. Owens,
Director, Ohio State University Research Foundation
1. With reference to the conversation between Mr. Kaufman and
Mr. Osborn on 20 December 1951, it is requested that action be taken
to secure provisional operational clearance on Dr. James S. Ovens,
Director, Ohio State University Research Foundation.
2. Subject to successful clearance, it is planned to have &
representative of FDW contact Dr. Ovens through an appointment arranged
by 00 to determine if he would be willing to prepare a letter from the
Foundation to the American-Scandanavian Foundation in New York. The
content of this letter would introduce and sponsor financially an
agent whom FDN has arranged to send to one of the Scandanavian countries
under sponsorship of the American-Scandanavian Foundation.
3. Dr. Owens and his assistant, Thomas E. Davis, already possOES
CIA clearance up to and including "Secret" in connection with a
classified CIA project being carried out by the Happing and Charting
Laboratory of the Foundation. The 0.8.U. Research Foundation has a
considerable unclassified program, however, and its connection with
CIA is not publicly known. It is understood that Mr. Harris Lyons,
TASS, has all the details concerning the clearances on Dr. Owens an
2. Davis.
FEN is extremely anxious to complete these arrangements, and
it would be appreciated if you would treat this request as a priority.
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