in recognition of their active participation in the preservation of
archaeological sites and materials; for their outstanding interest in
and support of archaeological salvage work; for their very active role
in the State Fair exhibits of the Society and in other public relations
work; and for their sustained efforts toward public enlightenment and
education through talks to various clubs, societies, and other local
groups—are hereby accorded the award of and designated Man of the Year
1961 of the Missouri Archaeological Society.
Respectfully submitted by the Awards Committee
Virginia Watson, Charlie R. Steen, Waldo R. Wedel, Chairman
In the name of the Society this certificate is awarded and Harry and
Florence Collins are designated collectively, Man of the Year 1961 and
their names are inscribed on the Achievement Plaque displayed in the
Museum of Anthropology of the University of Missouri.
_Attested by_ _Henry W. Hamilton_ _Richard A. Marshall_
_President_ _Secretary-Treasurer_
[Illustration: Figure 51. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Collins, Achievement
Award Recipient, 1961]
[Illustration: Figure 52. Sam C. Irvine, Award Plaque Recipient,
1961]
To
Sam C. Irvine
In recognition of his 25 years of consistent help to the study of the
archaeology of Missouri, in survey, excavation, and public relations.