Academy of Political Science (org. 1880, inc. 1910), 509 Kent Hall, Columbia Univ., New York, N. Y. To cultivate the political sciences and apply them to the solution of social and political problems. Seeks to focus attention on important topics, give them impartial consideration, and educate the public regarding them. Holds annual and semi-annual meetings for the discussion of problems and reading of reports and papers; open to members and guests. Membership open to libraries, chambers of commerce, and all interested persons. Publishes Political Science Quarterly, $5 a year; "Annual Record of Political Events"; Proceedings, two issues yearly, containing reports of annual and semi-annual meetings. Publications are not generally available for free distribution; they may be secured by paying in advance $5 annual membership dues. Supported by endowment made up of life membership fees, and by special contributions and annual subscriptions.

Academy of Political and Social Science. See American Academy of Political and Social Science.

Actors' Fund of America (inc. 1882), 701 Seventh Ave., New York, N. Y. Grants relief to the aged, sick, disabled and needy of the theatrical profession throughout the U. S. Provides for burial of actors leaving no funds. Maintains the Actors' Fund Home, West New Brighton, Staten Island, N. Y., for aged and worn-out actors and actresses. Supported by voluntary contributions, money collected at benefit performances, and by membership dues, $2 and up.

Agricultural Engineers' Society. See American Society of Agricultural Engineers.

Agricultural and Industrial Aid Society. See Jewish Agricultural and Industrial Aid Society.

Agriculture Department. See Department of Agriculture, U. S. Alliance for International Friendship through the Churches. See World Alliance for International Friendship through the Churches.

Allied Citizens of America (inc. 1919), 906 Broadway, New York, N. Y. Supplements, but does not supplant, the Anti-Saloon League. Promotes the enforcement of the 18th amendment to the Constitution and aids in the enactment and enforcement of State

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and Federal legislation furthering health, morality, and general welfare. Seeks to spread Americanism through encouraging, by written and spoken words, belief in and enthusiasm for the Constitution. Plans to organize in each town, village or city, and in each county and State, without regard to party or creed, a body of citizens, both men and women, for effective cooperation for the accomplishment of these purposes, and for the supporting of honest, capable public officials to make local government effective and responsive to public opinion. Non-partisan and non-sectarian. Membership open to all persons who are able to read, and who sign and agree to the covenant upholding the Constitution and American ideals. No dues, assessments or initiation fees. Supported by contributions.

Allied Fund. See American Allied Fund.

American Academy of Political and Social Science (org. 1889), Logan Hall, 36th St. and Woodland Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. To provide a national forum for the discussion of political and social problems. Does not take sides upon controverted questions but seeks to secure and spread reliable information and to assist the public in forming intelligent and accurate opinions regarding important matters. Maintains a bureau of information to supply to members comprehensive and up-to-date reference on any topic about which inquiry is made. Holds five scientific sessions each year during the winter months, with admission by invitation only, and an annual meeting, open to the public, usually called in April or May. Papers presented at these meetings and other original articles are published in the Academy's bi-monthly magazine, The Annals, $1 a copy, $6 a year, free to members. Each number of The Annals contains from 20 to 25 papers on one general subject. Supplements to The Annals are issued from time to time. Membership granted on application and election. Supported by membership dues, $5 and up.

American Allied Fund (org. and inc. 1920), Treasurer's Office, Metropolitan Trust Co., 716 Fifth Ave., New York, N. Y. Is continuing the fund-raising work formerly carried on by the National Allied Relief Committee and the French Heroes Lafayette Memorial Fund. Raises money for organizations operating in the U. S. and abroad. Does not itself carry on relief work but issues appeals in behalf of other organizations. All money designated for

any particular relief work is turned over intact by the Fund without any deduction for expenses. Undesignated money received by the Fund is used for the cost of circulars and other expenses and also for grants for relief.

American Association of Clinical Criminology. See American Prison Association.

American Association for Community Organization (org. 1918), Secy., Elwood Street, 652 South 4th St., Louisville, Ky. For the exchange of information and published material between affiliated financial federations, councils of social agencies, and community organizations. Acts as a bureau of information and clearing house, answering inquiries from interested cities and associations as well as from members. Distributes bulletins, exchanges material, and, through annual meetings, provides further opportunity for dissemination of information. Assisted in establishing and conducting the Training School for Federation and Community Executives held during the summer of 1920 at Columbus, Ohio. This course was made possible through the Ohio State University and the American Red Cross. Members are available for speaking at meetings throughout the country, provided expenses are paid. Supported by membership dues: individual, $2; non-financial councils, $10; financial federations, $25.

American Association for the Hard of Hearing (org. and inc. 1919), 126 East 59th St., New York, N. Y. To improve the condition and relieve the misfortunes of persons whose hearing has been lost or impaired. Encourages scientific research as to the causes and treatment of deafness; the development of special methods of instruction; and the establishment of scholarships. Assists deafened persons in procuring and retaining employment and furnishes relief when the applicant is destitute. Acts both nationally and internationally in the fields of social service. Serves as a bureau of information for the exchange and development of ideas. Service is rendered free and without restriction to anyone applying. Association seeks to prevent deafness by educating the public through lectures, publications, and exhibits showing correct care of the ears, the need of otological examination of all school children, and the value of treatment given when needed. Works to procure legislation making deafness reportable. Plans to collect

exhibit material for lending, to gather statistics, and to publish a monthly bulletin. If expenses are paid, Corresponding Secretary will visit groups desiring advice and assistance in organizing. Supported by subscriptions and membership dues: constituent, which are local organizations doing social work for the hard of hearing, $50 annually; individual, $2 and up.

American Association of Hospital Social Workers (org. 1918), Exec. Secy., Miss Ruth V. Emerson, American Red Cross, National Headquarters, Washington, D. C. To maintain and improve standards of social work in hospitals and dispensaries. Acts as an organ of intercommunication for hospital social workers and, through correspondence and publicity, serves as a free bureau of information for workers and others interested in the subject. Meets annually with the National Conference of Social Work and semi-annually with the American Hospital Association for the discussion of topics of special interest to hospital social workers. (For description of these organizations see elsewhere in the Handbook.) All meetings are open to the interested public. The Association collects records and reports from social service departments in hospitals, and exchanges information with other organizations interested in health and social work. Will arrange traveling exhibits or give information, both for use of existing departments in hospitals or for conferences. Issued in 1919 a "Directory of Departments of Social Work in Hospitals and Dispensaries in the U. S. and Canada", 30 cents a copy, obtainable from the Executive Secretary. Publishes bi-monthly bulletins, distributed free to members. Membership open to persons or organizations doing social work in hospitals or dispensaries.

American Association of Industrial Physicians and Surgeons (org. 1916), Secy., Francis D. Patterson, M. D., P. O. Box 4061, West Philadelphia Station, Philadelphia, Pa. To foster the study and discussion of the problems peculiar to the practice of industrial medicine and surgery; to develop methods adapted to the conservation of health among workers in industries; to promote a more general understanding of the purposes and results of the medical care of employees; to unite into one organization members of the medical profession specializing in industrial medicine and surgery for their mutual advancement in the practice of their profession. Has organized local chapters in several States. National