This study was made in order to supply accurately taken body measurements for use in the construction of children's garments and patterns.

This proposed standard of body measurements is based on the results of a study taken on 147,088 children, 4 to 17 years of age, inclusive, distributed in 15 States and the District of Columbia. It recommends dimensions to be used in constructing a series of standard mannequins such as are used by manufacturers to size garments and patterns.

Considers proposed reductions in agricultural research spending, particularly those affecting wholesale and retail activities.