Danny--I am aware of the situation that you asked about.  There was a second letter written by a board member to the museum director, and it could have been considered offensive.  I also received a copy of the letter.  The board member did send flowers, as he felt it was appropriate.  It was accompanied by a written apology, and a phone call apology, and I received a copy of the apology. I try to stay in touch with all of the people involved, and consider this museum director both a personal and professional friend, as well as a very valuable ally.  Although we can wish it never happened, sometimes we all make mistakes, and I feel that this was corrected timely and professionally.  To the best of my knowledge, I consider us to all be friends and allies.  As for the question with the Smithsonian, the only conversation I have had with them was in October, with the curator.  At that time they were most appreciative of our efforts in working with the I&amp;amp;I club on the restoration of Hart Parr #3, and I have not heard or seen anything that should change this position.  I am not aware of any complaint from them.  Terry.