November 4, 1955: Chancellor Allen to UC President Sproul
A letter from Chancellor Allen to UC President Robert Gordon Sproul went out on this date. Apparently Allen had talked with Sproul earlier because the letter starts off "As I have mentioned to you, ..." Allen is proceeding slowly for several reasons:
1. The Center might operate initially at a deficit.
2. General policy on computers on campus is as yet undefined.
3. There is a question about campus location for the IBM 705.
4. IBM is not satisfied that there is space on campus.
5. There is no University precedent for a private concern using a campus facility like IBM wishes to do.
6. IBM has approached Stanford where it was received with enthusiasm.
Chancellor Allen concludes his letter with a statement that a firm proposal should be coming to his (Sproul's) attention in the near future.