THOMAS N. WORD, Vice President, Treasurer, and Director Mr. Word has been associated with Mr. Harry H. Straus for more than 26 years. He was, of course, with Mr. Straus when Ecusta Paper Cor poration was in the process of being formed, and has been constantly at his side ever since. He has rendered invaluable assistance in connection with the intricate financial problems encountered in the progress, growth and development of Ecusta. He has worked with Mr. Straus in formulating company policies relating to the benefits and the welfare of the employees.