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Jennifes
4 May 1976
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Mr. Blake:
Jennifer asked that I. write you this
note regarding a phone call we received
from Howard Barksdale, Houston, Texas.
He would like a character reference on
Gordon G. Novell, a former CIA employee.
Mr. Barksdale is considering going into
investments with him.
If you could check on this and have
someone give Mr. Barksdale a call on our
behalf.
Thanks,
Land
Karen
Mr. Barksdale's Number: (713) 622-6287
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would like to know
anything we have on
gordon 9 Novell
New Orleans, ha-
Ex-CiA Employee
Considering going
into investment withhim
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Jenn fer
One phone call pending: Howard Barksdale
Houston, Texas Operator 6 (713) 622-6287
Wants Character
reference on Gordon Gll En &
Attached handcarried to Saudi Arabian residence on
27 July 1976
Forwarded to Saud Saud ibn Faysal AT
cc C/DDO/NE
July 27, 1976
Dear Mr. Ambassador,
Please look over the attached letter.
I hope it gets the job done.
I enjoyed our visit. I would be
remiss if I did not mention one last
time how badly I feel about the foul-up
when the Prince was here. I am most
embarrassed and I just want you to know
that you are welcome at CIA anytime.
Have a great rest in Geneva.
Sincerely yours,
Cope Burly
George Bush
His Excellency
Ambassador Ali A. Alireza
2941 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
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July 27, 1976
Your Royal Highness:
Your Ambassador, His Excellency
Ali Alireza, told me that you may be
coming to Washington in September.
I recognize that such a visit will
be very crowded, but I just want you to
know that should your schedule permit,
we would be delighted to have you come
back for another visit to CIA.
Further, I understand that
Prince Turki might be coming to
Washington, and if he does happen to
be here, we would love to have him
come as well.
I am asking your able Ambassador,
my friend Ali Alireza, to forward this
letter to you via pouch.
Respectfully yours,
Cope Burly
George Bush
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ROYAL EMBASSY OF SAUDI ARABIA
WASHINGTON, D.C.
July 13, 1976
Dear Mr. Bush:
I want to extend my personal gratitude for
your hospitality to HRH Prince Abdullah ibn
Abdulaziz, his party and myself during the visit
of Prince Abdullah last week.
HRH Prince Abdullah asked that ,I convey to
you his own appreciation; and I hope that we
shall have an early opportunity to reciprocate
the occasion.
I also want to take this opportunity to
reaffirm the friendship which Saudi Arabia has
for the United States; and I am confident that
together the two nations can achieve the many
goals they share. W with Personal regards
Sincerely,
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Ali A. Alireza a alverg
Ambassador
The Honourable
George Bush
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
McLean, Virginia
7-16-76
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
Decre Mr. Ambassador.
Tharles for your
bind letter
It was an
honor havy you and
Prince Abdullah out
here.
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I look Forward
to zeeig you again.
Sincerely, ay Buh
July 8, 1976
Dear Mark,
What a very thoughtful letter you wrote me on June 30th. I
am delighted to have your enthusiastic endorsement of Chip Simpson.
He sounds like a first-class fellow and I will learn more about
him, thanks to your personal interest.
This new job has its problems, but it is full and fascinating
and I am surrounded by bright able people, all of whom are dedi-
cated to this country in an unparalleled way.
The "maelstrom of criticism" seems to be subsiding, although
any reporter can get a story in the paper by using the three
letters, C-I-A. Maybe this will change. In any event, in spite
of all the adverse publicity, I think the country supports the
concept of an intelligence capability second to none.
Thanks again for your most thoughtful letter. It was great
hearing from you again. I hope we'll have a chance for a good
visit before too long.
Yours very truly,
Cug
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George Bush
The Honorable Mark E. Austad
American Ambassador
American Embassy
Helsinki, Finland
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January 15, 1976
Dear Otto:
Thank you for your very considerate letter of
January 6th. We loved our experience in Peking
and, indeed, I had hoped to be there a little
longer. It was fantastic in every way. Now we
are back waiting for Senate confirmation. The
Senate Committee has acted, so confirmation is
expected to go fairly smoothly, but I will be
glad when it is over and I am out at work in
this tough new job.
I am so delighted that our paths will cross very
soon. You will do a fantastic job here, as
always. I will not impose on you, but please
give me a call at your first free and convenient
moment. I would love to have you come out to
Langley, Virginia, for lunch.
Best regards to Astrid. Barbara is delighted
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you will be back.
Sincerely,
George Bush
His Excellency
Otto Borch
The Foreign Minister of Denmark
Copenhagen
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Bar:
From the attached you can see that Otto has been
named Ambassador to Washington from Denmark --
good news. GB (w/copy incoming)
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Copenhagen, January 6, 1976.
Dear George,
I want to send you my warmest congratulations on your
appointment as director of the CIA. It is, no doubt,
one of the most important positions within the US Govern-
ment, but also one of the most demanding. Your qualifica-
tions are evident and I wish you every success.
I may add that the United States Government has recently
granted me agrément as ambassador of Denmark to Washing-
ton. I am thrilled by the appointment and look forward to
the new task with great expectations. I also look forward
to renewed contacts and conversations with you in the time
to come.
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With warm personal greetings from Astrid to Barbara and
you,
yours sincerely,
Utin
Otto Borch
Ambassador, Mr. George Bush,
Washington.
CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
FROM THE DESK OF
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Best fersonal regards
/
AQUILINO BoyD
Ministro de Relaciones Exteriores do Panamá
Executive Registry
REPUBLICA DE PANAMA
76. 4134
1976 AÑO
SESQUICENTENARIO
DEL CONGRESO
ANFICTIONICO
MINISTERIO DE RELACIONES EXTERIORES
DE PANAMA
PANAMA 4, PANAMA
November 18, 1976
Mr. George BUSH
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D. C. 20505
Dear George:
I would greatly appreciate that during the
meeting you are having with President Elect Carter tomorrow
friday, you bring up to his consideration, as an urgent
matter, the necessity of a new Panama Canal Treaty in order
to avoid the tensions being felt in the area and to improve
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the relations between our two countries.
Best wishes from your friend and former
colleague,
AQUILINO BOYD
Foreign Minister of Panama
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MINISTRO DE RELACIONES EXTERIORES
PANAMA
Mr. George BUSH
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D. C. 20505
Porter Brinton
The Francis H. I. Brown International Senior Jeam Matches
World Senior Golf Association, Inc.
The BRO^DMOOR
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO 80901 U.S.A.
July 2, 1976
Hon. George H. W. Bush,
5161 Palasade Lane, N. W.
Washington, D. C. 20016
Dear George,
As you probably know, I am Director General of the World Senior
Golf Association, as well as the World Senior Golf Federation. This is
composed of the Senior Golf Associations of some forty countries. This year,
we expect between thirty and thirty five teams to be representing their
respective countries.
Each year the President of the United States has sent a telegram
of welcome, which I have read at the banquet for the awarding of team prizes,
and have furnished each participant with a copy smitable for framing. This
has created a great deal of good-will for our country.
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The team matches will be held August 27th and 28th.
Would it be asking too much of you to contact the proper party
in the White House to see that a telegram is sent this year from the President?
It should be addressed to the Director General, World Senior Golf Association,
The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80901.
I am making this request through you as my previous contact is
no longer available.
Lillian joins me in sending you and Barbara our love and admiration.
Sincerely,
Porter
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GABLE: WORLDGOLF TELEPHONE: 303-634-7711
July 2, 1976
Hon. George H. W. Bush,
5,161 Palasade Lane, N. W.
Washington, D. C. 20016
Dear George,
As you probably know, I on Director General of the World Senior
Golf Association, as well as the world Senior Golf Federation. This is
composed of the Senior Golf Associations of some forty countries. This year,
we expect between thirty and thirty five teams to be representing their
respective countries.
Each year the President 05 the United States has sent a telegram
of welcome, which I have read at the banquet for the awarding of team prizes,
and have furnished each participant with a copy suitable for framing. This
has created a great deal of good-will for our country.
The team matches will be held Angust 27th and 28th.
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would it be asking too much of you to contact the proper party
in the White House to see that a telegram is sent this year from the President?
It should be addressed to the Director General, World Senior Golf Association,
The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80901.
I am making this request through you as my previous contact is
no longer available.
Lillian joins me in sending you and Barbara our love and admiration.
Sincerely,
Pater Brinton
JENNIFER FITZGERALD
Miss Miss Eliska Hasek
Illiector, office of Presidential
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5 April 1976
Gift returned to
Mr. Dwight Case
President
RKO Radio
6255 Sunset Blvd Suite 724
Los Angeles, Cali fornia 90028
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
Executive Registry
April
76-7649
Dear Dwight -
I am heartbroken, but
the absurity of the
situation is such text
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Dwight Case
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The Honorable George Bush
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C. 20505
6255 SUNSET BLVD., SUITE 724
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(213) 462-2133
Executive Registry
76-8847
August 6, 1976
Deslie
Dear Mr. Cass,
I do appreciate your long letter of July 30th.
I can assure you that this Agency is providing
intelligence to the policymakers without shaping
that intelligence to fit foreign policy. This is
our mission and, in my view, we are doing it well.
We do have important responsibilities in
keeping track of what others are doing around the
world, and in spite of all the exposes and furor
I believe our intelligence capability is second
to none.
I will not comment on every point in your
letter, but please be assured we are well aware
of the Soviet threat.
Sincerely yours,
1sL George Bush
George Bush
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Mr. Raymond A. Cass
Sunrise Towers, Apt. 402
Sullivan, Indiana 47882
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RAYMOND ALBERT CASS
SUNRISE TOWERS, APT. 402
SULLIVAN, INDIANA 47882
July 30, 1976.
Mr. George Bushy Director of C.I.A.
Washington
D.C.
20505.
Dear Mr. Bush:
Because I remember you did a good job while at the U.N. I am
writing express my troubled mind about whats happening to our
ecuntry with Mr. Ford and his Secretary of State, Kissinger.
As a fermer Detreiter mest of my adult life, I knew of Mr. Ford
and how he steed with his Michigan friends. Shertly after his
becoming president, I changed my mind completely because of one
thing after other which told me he was bewing to the Kremlin and Pekin
and that his man Mr. K. was appeasing the enemy about as fast
as anyone could do it, making trip after trip to here and there
and leading the public to believe that he was really accemplishing
semething. He was, GIVING IN TO the Russians at every turn and
even helping to reduce eur defenses with the aid of such people
as Senater Church and the Committee to sust completely the CIA
and FBI, OR, reduce them to where they had no. pewer to catch the
spies for the KGB or anything else. Making it seen that good
Americans wore being harrassed by phene-tapping etc. This is
a feah lie and nebsdy but a pre-Red would eare if they were shecked.
His insistance on turning over the Panama Canal is a hatehed-up
Red deal and, any demenstrations that occur (as Trujilleragys )
will happen) will be part of the staged show to push the U.S.
in to signing the pepers. He promoted. the signing of the Helsinki
paper that exenerated Russia from any wrong deing in taking ever
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the several European countries.
He has done se many things that show that he is definitely add-
ing the enemy that I will skip telling you - I'm sure you know
more than I. do about the whele thing.
As regards. Mr. Ford. He has. OKed all of the above and SCOMS almost
inselent about reacting to these who are anxieus to get Mr. K.
out, he. says, MR. KISSINGER WILL STAY ON THE JOB, words to that
effect. Well, Mr. Ford did'nt say one thing about the herrible
death toll in Cambedia in the yer that the Reds have: been in command,
$ willien, by execution, starvation or disease. He never said
a thing about the triple takeever of S. Vietnam, Cambedia and Lass.
Hehas'nt done a: dam, thing about the assination of the Ambassader
and his companiens in Lebenan - oh yes, he remarked on TV about
it being harrible and: that. was it, like a let of sther mild: wrist
slaps. And Mr.. Brezhnev is very happy because I think he: teld
Ford to keep still and: let them alone, no. matter what they do. about
taking thw world. The truth is, Ford is afraid. and getting his
orders from: the Kremlin thru Mr. K. That man is just too: smart
alecky and it. would be: funny if it were'nt 19: tragic.
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RAYMOND ALBERT CASS
SUNRISE TOWERS, APT. 402
SULLIVAN, INDIANA 47882
The typical German arregance shows thru when Mr. K is talking
to the investigaing men in Cengress, he perspires and of course
because he is backed by the White House manages to think up what
to say in return to questions. If he were subjected to a real
going ever by some sharp Cengressman and made to answer a few
questions re his ferver for the Reds and why dees he rush off
every couple of weeks, he would probably start crying, as that seems
to be his answer. Then the inquisiters should bear down on this
ham acter stuff and pin him down.te explanations. Hes done enough
to be brought to trial fer treasen.
New that it seems too late, for Reagan to make it, we will either
be heeked with this same er, the man from Plains Georgia
who has'nt teld me yet what the hec hes going to do but spend
more money and charge it to the taxpayers. May God help us if
either one gets in but I would rather be sure that Ford and the
man who still ean't speak English without the German accent
is beaten,
We 80 need a couple real men who dislike the Reds and who DO
like the USA. Meynahan, Schlesinger were pushed out. New that
alene should show who is running the White House. And the Canadians
gave in to Red China, Mr. Trudeau is another one who dees'nt care
for us. I remember when G.M., Ford and Chrysler spened up
plants in Canada, it W&B still like a wilderness from Halifax
to Vanceuver. New that they have thousands of High Ris "buildings,
and are getting on OK, they can't remember who get them going.
Canada spened up with Castre from the beginning and Brudeauis
spent his heneymeen in Russia.
I had to tell this to semeone who just might be able to do
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some good. I hope you are with the patrietic Americans Mr.
Bush, we need some help to save the USA. Good wishes.
Sincerely
Raymond a. Cas,
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SULLIVAN, INDIANA 47882
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Sent to The Honorable Bil Ch
House of Representati
Washington, D.C. 2051
April 14
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
Dear Bill,
I had been very
concerned about the subject
of yesterday's hearing I felt
we had tred to follow the
letter and the spirt of the
law.
Your statust seemed to
two the tide - Activity
and previly
I am my grateful
to you
I assue you I have
tied the harelli this matter
accoveling to the low, creal your
counts supported that
May my that Ay/
OF TRANSPORTATION
THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION
*
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20590
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
MAY 27 1976
Honorable George Bush
5161 Palisade Lane, NW.
Washington, D.C. 20016
Dear George:
I have received your May 6, 1976, letter concerning Mr. Ed Sexton.
I appreciate your having taken the time to write, and I value your
recommendations.
The selection for this position was of particular importance to me
personally, and a number of candidates were interviewed by me and
by my senior staff members. Mr. Sexton was ultimately not my final
choice, but he should know that he was competing in a field of
extremely talented people. It is a happy circumstance for me when
SO many highly qualified applicants seek a position in the Department.
of Transportation, and it is unfortunate that only one can be selected.
Thank you again for your time and for your opinions.
Sincerely,
Bull
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William T. Coleman, Jr.
76.701/A
February 2, 1976
Dear Jack,
Great hearing from you.
I have conveyed your strongly held views
to the proper people in this organization. I
met President Somoza when I was Ambassador
at the United Nations. He came and had
breakfast with me. It was a most pleasant
occasion.
It was good hearing from you again. Thank
you for your kind wishes.
Sincerely yours,
/s/ George Dush
George Bush
Jack Cox
Apartado 2543
Central America
LEB ? a 30 2304,16
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San José, Costa Rica
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COX INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENTS
Hon. George Bush
Office of Director
Central Intellegence Agency
Washington, D.C.
Dear George,
My interest in Latin America dates back to World War II when
I was stationed in Panama with the Navy. It has been my
privelege to travel in all countries of Central and South
America. Therefore, I feel somewhat qualified to comment on
political and economic activities in this part of the world.
Recently, I have been disturbed by certain newspaper articles
concerning Nicaragua and President Somoza in particular. I
travel in all countries of Central America and have excellent
contacts in government and the business sector. I am more
impressed with the order, progress and opportunity in Nicara
gua than any of the other Central American countries. Those,
such as Jack Anderson, who write critical articles of Nicara
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gua and President Somoza simply are ignoring the facts. I
am enclosing a copy of a report by the U.N. Economic Commission
for Latin America. This report indicates that for the year
1974, Nicaragua had more real economic growth than any country
in Central America and the projection for 1975 places the
country second only to Guatemala.
As you might know, I endeavor to meet and communicate with
people from all walks of life. In the main, the people are
happy and they are proud of their President and of their coun
try. Within two days after the earthquake of December 1972,
I was in Nicaragua. Even those who opposed the President said,
"Thank God for Somoza because he is the only man who can hold
the country together". He is that kind of a leader and that
kind of a man.
Hon. George Bush
Washington, D.C.
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Of great importance to the Congress and the State Department,
should be the fact that he is a graduate of West Point and is
more pro U.S.A. than any government leader in Central and
South America. It is my belief, George, that we need all, the
friends we can get. So, naturally, it disturbs me when I read
vitriolic articles which could alienate a proud country and
a great friend of the United States.
I believe there is some organized effort to discredit President
Somoza and felt it incumbent upon me to relate my views to you,
If you need additional information on Nicaragua or any other
Central American country, please let me know. It would be a
pleasure to be of service to you.
I send best wishes and personal kindest regards.
Sincerely,
Dam
Jack Cox
JC/mm
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Real GDP Growth Rates
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2.2
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Barbados
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1.3
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Cuba
5.0 est.
5.0 est.
1.3
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8.9
4.5
3.3
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3.0
3.0
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-5.0
3.1
-8.1
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-2.6
-4.0
2.1
-6.1
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5.0
5.3
1.0
4.3
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Mexico
5.9
4.0
2.4
1.6
Costa Rica
4.1
0
2.5
-2.5
EI Salvador
6.0
4.0
2.7
1.3
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4.7
5:5
2.8
2.7
Honduras
-0.5
-5.0
3.3
-8.3
Nicaragua
7.7
5.0
3.2
1.8
Panama
4.0
2.0
3.3
-1.3
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SOUTH AMERICA
Argentina
5.6
0
1.5
-1.5
Bolivia
6.7
6.0
2.7
3.3
Brazil
3.6
5.0
2.9
2.1
Chilo
5.0
-10.0
1.9
-11.0
Colombia
6.1
5.0
3.2
1.8
Equador
3.2
5.0
3.4
1.6
Paraguay
8.0
6.0
3.5
2.5
Peru
6.G
3.0
3.1
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1.9
1.0
1.0
0
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4.5
5.0
2.9
2.1
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76-5445
October 13, 1976
Dear Sam,
Just a quick note to thank you
for the lovely gifts for me and for
Mrs. Bush.
The little clock is sensational
and the ice bucket is going to be
fantastically useful. As for the
present for Mrs. Bush, I will let
her speak for herself but the tote
bag looks great.
Sincerely yours,
George any Bush
Mr. Sam Cook Digges
President
CBS Radio
51 West 52nd Street
New York, New York 10019
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March 10, 1976
Dear Mike,
That was very thoughtful of you to write us on
March 4th.
It is we who should have written to you to thank
you for the leadership you gave the President's intelli-
gence project. All out here have been impressed by your
tireless devotion to turning out a major piece of work.
I am pleased to have gotten in on the "tail end"
of all the effort, just so I can say I saw you in swinging
action. I am convinced the product of your work is going
to mean a better organized Intelligence Community and
all of us here are determined to make the system work.
Thanks again for your thoughtful letters, but rest
assured we at the CIA and in the Intelligence Community
itself are grateful for your leadership.
Sincerely,
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
March 4, 1976
Dear George:
I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed working
with you on the intelligence decisions. I was particu-
larly impressed with the help I got from the Agency, and
especially the people I've written directly (attached
are copies of those letters).
I believe that the President's decisions will, in fact;
result in a stronger and better Intelligence Community
and one which is responsive to the Constitutional rights
of Americans.
I hope we will be able to work together in the future
and look forward to this possibility very much.
Sincerely,
Whe
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Michael Raoul-Duval
Assistant to the Counsellor
to the President
The Honorable George Bush
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C. 20505
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1976
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financial information ((a)(4) of the PRA]
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privacy ((b)(6) of the FOIA]
privacy [(a)(6) of the PRA)
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purposes ((b)(7) of the FOIA]
C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed of gift.
F-8 Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of
financial Institutions [(b)(8) of the FOIA]
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concerning wells [(b)(9) of the FOIA]
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Room 106
Old Executive Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20500
April 6, 1976
Ms. Jennifer Fitzgerald
Executive Assistant to the Director
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C. 20505
Dear Jennifer:
Thank you for taking time out from your busy schedule to speak
with me this afternoon regarding your experience in the People's
Republic of China. It would appear that the opportunity would be
both an exciting and rewarding one to pursue.
I am taking the liberty of enclosing a copy of Mr. Buchen's letter
to Ambassador Gates as well as a copy of my resume. As Pete
Roussel suggested, any efforts that could be expended on my behalf
by Director Bush would be enormously appreciated.
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With best wishes,
Sincerely,
H.P. Goldfield
Office of Counsel to the President
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
March 29, 1976
Dear Mr. Gates:
Congratulations on your nomination to be Envoy to the Peoples
Republic of China from the United States. I am delighted that
you were willing to accept this assignment from the President,
and I am sure that you will find the experience most fascinating.
It is my understanding that each Ambassador is entitled to select
one or two personal assistants to handle his administrative chores.
In this connection, I would highly recommend for your consideration
Mr. H.P. Goldfield, who has served as a law clerk in my office for
the past year while simultaneously attending Georgetown Law School.
H.P. has an excellent academic background as you can see from
his attached resume. In addition, he has had substantive adminis-
trative experience as a staff member to a number of elected or
appointed officials prior to his joining the White House staff.
Of possibly greater significance to you is that H.P. has had exten-
sive academic training in Chinese studies and has acquired a facility
with the Chinese language as well, having studied it intensively for
two years as an undergraduate at Connecticut College.
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On the personal level, I have found H.P. to be a mature, honest,
hardworking and loyal assistant. I recommend him to you without
any reservations whatsoever. If you should have an interest in
meeting H. P., I would be glad to make arrangements at a time
convenient for you.
Sincerely,
Thily Buchen
Counsel to the President
T he Honorable Thomas S. Gates
Director, Morgan Guaranty Trust
Company of New York
23 Wall Street
New York, New York 10015
CURRICULUM VITAE
Name and
Harold Peter Goldfield
Date of Birth
Address:
2226 Cathedral Avenue, NW.
August 5, 1951
Washington, D.C. 20008
Telephone Number: (202) 462-1850
EDUCATION
B.A.
Connecticut College, New London, Connecticut
Chinese Studies/History
Cum Laude, 1973
Certificate
CORO Foundation, Los Angeles, California
Public Affairs
One of 36 chosen nationally for this post-
graduate fellowship, 1974
M.A.
Occidental College, Los Angeles, California
Urban Affairs, 1975
Co-authored a thesis entitled: "Corporate Social
Responsibility - A Necessity or a Luxury?"
(J.D.)
Suffolk University Law School, Boston, Massachusetts
1974-1975; Awarded "First Year Moot Court
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Certificate of Excellence" (First place)
Georgetown University School of Law,
Washington, D.C. (Class of 1977)
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EMPLOYMENT
September 1975
Law Clerk to Philip W. Buchen
to
Counsel to the President
The White House
Summer, 1975
White House Summer Intern; assigned as a law
clerk to the Office of the Counsel to the President
May 1974 to
Assistant Campaign Director, Brian Van Camp for
September 1974
Secretary of State (California)
September, 1973
CORO Foundation Fellowship. One of 36 recipients
of this nationally-awarded fellowship offering the
opportunity of intense internship in public affairs.
Some of the long-term working experiences gained
during the year included:
Xerox Corporation: Internship consisted of
analysis and assessment of the corporation's
social responsibility programs and benefits.
The study served as the basis for an employee
brochure.
Los Angeles Harbor: An investigative study
including budget and revenue, hiring practices,
and administrative operations with recommendation
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to the Harbor Commission.
Office of the City Planner of Los Angeles:
Internship consisted of the assessment of programs
and office responsiveness to the community, a
department review and recommendations.
J. Allen Radford & Co. : A comprehensive economic
and social analysis of a major California real estate
development company.
Compton, California: Participated in a group project
to study the economic development potential at the
request of the Mayor.
3
EMP LOYMENT continued
Los Angeles Free Press: Authored a major
front page news story on the oil crisis and
its effect on the independent gas dealer.
Southern California. Credit Managers
Association: Internship consisted of analyzing
the economic recovery possibilities of near-
bankrupt corporations.
American Federation of State, County, and
Municipal Employees: Active in the analysis
of community action, political responsiveness
and educational training programs.
Pebble Beach, California: Co-authored an
incorporation study.
May 1973 to
Special Assistant to the Lieutenant Governor of
September 1973
Connecticut.
June 1973
Campaign Director, Senator Comstock for State
Senate (special election).
Summers -
Camp Counselor, The Village Camp, New Hartford,
1966-1972
Connecticut.
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ACADEMIC HONORS
First-Year Moot Court Award; Suffolk Law Review Competition
Graduate Cum Laude
Dean's List (4 years)
Terwilliger Prize for English Composition
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UNIVERSITY HONORS
President, Class of 1973
Housefellow; resident advisor
Chairman, Commencement Exercises
Admissions Committee
Student Finance Board
Director, Connecticut College Film Agency
President, Asian Club
Budget Committee of the United Fund of Southeastern Connecticut
Varsity Tennis and Basketball
References provided upon request.
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April 14, 1976
Dear Julian,
Just a quick note of appreciation for
meeting with Jennifer Fitzgerald, Mitch Rogovin,
Angus Thuermer and myself yesterday. I realize
it wasn't the best time to pay a call because
of your labor problems, etc., but we all
found the session most useful.
Thank you again for seeing us,
Sincerely,
any
George Bush
Mr. Julian Goodman
President, NBC
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15 April 1976
4-14-76 4
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
Julian -
This might be
a little reassurvence
Please read
2 throw
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P-2 Relating to the appointment to Federal office [(a)(2) of the PRA]
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agency [(b)(2) of the FOIA]
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F-3 Release would violate a Federal statute [(b)(3) of the FOIA]
financial information [(a)(4) of the PRA]
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information [(b)(4) of the FOIA]
his advisors, or between such advisors [a)(5) of the PRAJ
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privacy [(b)(6) of the FOIA]
privacy [(a)(6) of the PRA]
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purposes [(b)(7) of the FOIA)
C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained In donor's deed of gift.
F-8 Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of
financial institutions [(b)(8) of the FOIA]
F-9 Release would disclose geological or geophysical information
concerning wells [(b)(9) of the FOIA]
DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE Lile
JF
Please call Floyd Hall and give him following
message:
"The man you spoke to me about in Kenya
is being considered for a grant to North-
western University. The US Ambassador there
in Kenya is working on this and has asked that I
no further action be taken until
outcome of grant is known. Ambassador
appears to be actively engaged in helping
the man"
Great Seeing you etc.
GB
29 JUN 1976
called F.H. relayed
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September 27, 1976
Ms. Marjorie J. Hall
950 S. Foster Drive
Apartment 33
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806
Dear Ms. Hall:
Thank you for that very thoughtful and helpful letter
that you sent me on September 16th. How kind of you! I
particularly appreciated the critique. It is hard not to
say "uh," but you are right in your criticism. My own
mother has cautioned me about using the Lord's name in
vain at just to show you not my insensitivity, but my
lack 0 recall, I do not remember the example you called
to my tention. I will concentrate more on this in the
future because it is offensive though I certainly didn't
atend for it to be.
En-losed is "A Word Watchers Guide" developed by
some our analysts here who have the daily chore of
writing material for intelligenee customers. Also en-
closed Is a brochure we produced to celebrate this
bicentennial year. I hope you enjoy both.
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Thanks again for your most thoughtful and constructive
analysis. I am very grateful.
Sincerely yours,
/s/ George Bush
George Bush
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Dear George,
Its not that the Tokyo pace has slackened but a
couple of Stateside speech appointments in early March
will bring me across the Pacific. I plan to be in
Washington for four days, March seventh through the
tenth. During this brief period I hope to check up on
a few open items from our Tokyo problem list, to bring
myself up-to-date on trends and pressures and to take
care of a few personal chores.
I would appreciate an opportunity to spend some time
with you if you plan to be around at the time. Your
schedule would probably control whether this could best
be done through an office appointment or at lunch, over
a drink, etc.
Bill Sherman at State's Japan Desk will be putting
together a schedule for me. I'll ask him to call your
office to see whether you may be available and when we
can get together.
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It will be good to see you.
Cordially,
Jam H Hodgson
Ambassador
Honorable George Bush
5161 Palisade Lane, N.W.
Washington, D. C. 20016
Sent to: The Honorable Denis James
Killen
Minister for Defence
Commonwealth of Australia
July 20, 1976
Dear Jim,
It is I who should have written to
you to thank you for coming by the CIA,
but instead, in came your wonderful
letter of July 14th. It was great
hearing from you.
I am looking forward this week to
having lunch with Andrew Peacock here
at the Agency, and next week I will meet
your Prime Minister at a White House
dinner. All I need is your countryman,
John Newcombe, for a little tennis
action over the weekend and it would be
an "all Australia" week.
We value our relationship with
you, but much more, we value your
friendship.
Warm personal regards,
Sincerely,
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George Bush
Into
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA
MINISTER FOR DEFENCE
PARLIAMENT HOUSE
CANBERRA A.C.T. 2600
14 July, 1976.
My don Groge,
I am sorry I have not written before now to
thank you for your kindness and hospitality when I
was in Washington. Please forgive me. I arrived
home to find an impressive bundle of insults waiting
for my attention, and indeed they are still flowing
in.
I was glad to get the opportunity of having
a chat with you and your colleagues. I enjoyed it
immensely.
I do not know when our paths will next
cross but I hope that time will be soon. Meanwhile,
my very best wishes.
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Simily Yours
Mr. G.H.W. Bush,
310 1st Street, S.E.,
WASHINGTON D.C. 20003.
Kill
January 12, 1976
Dear Harold:
Your letter of November 24th went to China and caught up with
me last week here in Washington. Upon receiving it I made
inquiry here at the White House and I am told that the final list
for the Court of St. James appointment has already been sent
to the President. I was not able to learn whether your name
was on it or not but I do know, with regret, that I was not able
to help you on this request since the list had already gone in.
It was good hearing from you again. Thank you for your kind
words about my new assignment with the CIA. It will be extremely
difficult but I am really looking forward to it.
I hope our paths cross in 1976. In the meantime, warm best
wishes.
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Sincerely,
George Bush
Harold T. King, Esq.
Harold Taft King, P.C.
1400 Petroleum Club Building
Denver, Colorado 80202
Harold Taft King, P.C.
Attorney and Counselor
Harold Taft King
1400 Petroleum Club Building
Telephone
C. J.Hafertepen
Denver, Colorado 80202
(303) 222-5915
Earl H.Johnson
November 24, 1975
Hon. George Bush
U. S. Representative to Peoples Republic of China
United States Liaison Office
Peking, China
Dear Mr. Ambassador:
With the risk you may take this letter to be somewhat audacious
and presumptuous on my part, I am writing to ask you to pass on to the
essential Presidential or Department of State assistant the request that
my name be included among those being considered for appointment as
Ambassador to the Court of St. James.
I recognize that historically such an appointment has gone only
to a vast contributor to the Party campaign chests. I feel such is not now
the case (in fact, the first question of a Senator at the hearing would be in
this direction), and the Presidential image would be increased if such ap-
pointment was made to one residing in the hinterland and based on his past
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department experience and local area prestige. Party loyalty and partici-
pation for well over 30 years is taken for granted. I was a member of the
delegation to two National Conventions. I might add that Mrs. King is a
most delightful and charming hostess, well known in Denver for her work
in philanthropic activities, and would carry through in excellent fashion
the duties one would expect of the wife of an Ambassador.
I was in Washington last week and in two instances had separate
visits with the respective former Deputy Chiefs of Mission at Dublin (Roger
Sorenson) and Earl L. Sohm, Minister as well as Deputy Chief of Missions
at the Embassy in London. Mr. Sohm is now head of the Department of
Management Operations in the State Department in Washington. I. served
under both of these men. Without answering a request on my part, each
separately and in a personal manner (certainly not official in anyway) sug-
gested that their experience in working with me and with the experience I
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November 24, 1975
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had gathered in serving at both the Dublin Embassy for one month and the
London Embassy for approximately two months (I was also a member of the
High Councilors at each Embassy) that I possibly should put in my hat for
consideration of this very high appointment. I know the workings of the
London Embassy, the men who head up its respective divisions, and the
nature of my work, at each Embassy, called for me to have daily contact
with the leading local citizens in the financial and commercial field. After
turning in my report at the conclusion of the mission, I received a nice letter
of commendation from Robert Ingersoll, Deputy Secretary of State.
I am very humble in asking that you pass my name on with the sug-
gestion that it be included among those under consideration for this important
and high office.
I recognize that any serious consideration could only be given after
I have been interviewed in Washington and some expression of my philoso-
phies be imparted. At a recent meeting of the 'Center for the Study of the
Presidency' held at the War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, my remarks
included the statement that "the purpose of that organization should be for
the sustaining of the dignity and high office of the President and corollary
to this the support of the CIA, which is the main protection of our people
away from the shores of this country. Great Britain has the monarchy on
whom people of all walks of life look up to. Heretofore, we have had the
Presidency for this purpose but with the adverse publicity and the tearing
down of the image, it would take great effort and period of time to restore
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the former respect held by the citizens of this country. Some organization
must come forward to lead the fight, and I can see none better than the Center
While in London, since I had complete security clearance, I had
occasion to become acquainted with Mr. Cord Meyer, Jr., the head of the
CIA for the European Region, spreading from Denmark down to the Mediterranean.
As I had the opportunity to observe the wonderful work this organization is
carrying on in behalf of the citizens of this country, it has been a great blow
to me to see the efforts made in Congress to tear down the image of this
tremendous organization. I think the President is wise in selecting a man
of your stature to help restore this image. (In fact, it seems to me you have
had to take on a couple of jobs in the last several years for the same purpose.)
After looking me over and indicating that some consideration might
be given to me for this important appointment, I could gather excellent support
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November 24, 1975
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in my own local area from the publisher of our largest newspaper on down,
including, believe it or not, our senior Democratic U. S. Senator from
Colorado. From my own earnings over the years, and not by inheritance,
I am so situated financially as to ably handle the well known extra expense
the Ambassador to Great Britain is expected to bear.
As an example of the reputation I have in my own community, on
my return from Europe in the Fall of 1974, I was elected to the Board of the
Capitol Life Insurance Company, the largest life insurance company in the
Rocky Mountain area and, subsequently, was appointed to its Executive
Committee. I have for many years been Chairman of the Executive Committee
of the Board of a half billion Savings and Loan Association in this area.
On three occasions, commencing in 1960 when President Eisenhower
appointed me to the Board of the then new Air Force Academy, in 1970 when
President Nixon appointed me U. S. Representative to UNESCO in Paris,
and in 1974 with the State Department appointment, I have gone through
full investigation by the FBI and received full clearance in each instance.
Should you feel I am overstepping my bounds, you may feel free
to drop this in the wastebasket, but should you feel I should be given a
running chance, I will appreciate all your efforts, since I must depend
entirely on you as being a direct contact to the President of the United States.
With kindest personal regards.
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Very sincerely,
HTK:dss
offic cours King
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October 19, 1976
Dear Harold,
Thank you for your letter of October 11th.
I passed the letter along to the White House.
Hastily, but with warmest personal regards,
Sincerely,
any
George Bush
Mr. Harold Taft King, P.C.
Attorney and Counselor
1400 Petroleum Club Building
Denver, Colorado 80202
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October 19, 1976
NOTE FOR: Mr. John 0. Marsh, Jr.
Counsellor to the President
FROM:
George Bush
Jack,
For your information.
aug
George Bush
Attachment:
Letter to DCI
from Harold King,
dated October 11, 1976
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Harold Taft King, P.C.
76-10313
Attorney and Counselor
Harold Taft King
1400 Petroleum Club Building
C. J.Hafertepen
Denver, Colorado 80202
07
Telephone
(303) 222-5915
Earl H.Johnson
October 11, 1976
But
Dear George:
My apologies to you for my letter of September 29th and the time
taken by you to receive and answer. My sole purpose was the thought
that you would pass on to one of the President's debate advisers the point
that Great Britain, to receive all of the benefits that Mr. Carter said that
he would give to the American people, brought on its existing economic
situation which is tantamount to bankruptcy, and which would have resulted
if the five big unions that control the Labour Party had not finally realized
their demands were SO confiscatory that this year they reduced pay raise
requests to 5%. Additionally, the income tax, while progressively heavy,
becomes confiscatory at the low point of earnings, which affects every so-
called middle class earner in England.
The heavy statistics are too much for the people to absorb, but when
the President said, "The lowest unemployment years cited by his opponent
were during years of war", the people caught that. I simply wanted to add
one other point that I felt the people would catch as these are the things the
unseen majority will make up their minds on.
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I did not intend to take your time on ordinary correspondence. I
hope it would not be embarrassing to you to have one of the President's
advisers give consideration to the point that I mention about confiscatory
taxes and which is backed up by the written tax law which should easily be
available at the State Department. I imposed on you because I felt a simple
matter had been overlooked, and you could pass the word on being so close
to the President's advisers.
Please do not take the time to answer.
Sincerely,
Hon. George Bush, Director
Central Intelligence Agency
And
Washington, D. C. 20505
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Washington, D.C. 20520
hard
her!
thankerse
JUL 15 1976
7-16-76
(o)
Honorable George Bush
Director, Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C. 20505
Dear Mr. Bush: george:
I am pleased and proud to forward to you an autographed
copy of the The United States Passport - Past, Present,
Future which was researched and prepared by the Passport
Office as a contribution to our nation's Bicentennial Year.
This book, I believe, will become a significant public
research tool since it is the first comprehensive historical
study of the United States passport since The American
Passport, a digest of laws and regulations, was published
in 1898.
The new volume is a readable account of the history of
the passport, with particular emphasis on developments
and improvements which have taken place during the past
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20 years. I think you will find many of the numerous
illustrations fascinating. I am particularly pleased with
the reproduction of the first recorded passport issued
in 1778 under United States authority, written in French
and signed jointly by Benjamin Franklin, Arthur Lee and
John Adams.
You will be interested in the statistical profile of the
modern American traveler and our predictions and descrip-
tions of the role and nature of the passport in the future.
It is my hope that The United States Passport - Past,
Present, Future will find a place on library shelves
throughout the country so that historians, researchers,
-2- -
students and U.S. citizen travelers will have access to
the very interesting history of this official document.
Your assessment and comments on the enclosed will be
appreciated. With best wishes,
Sincerely,
frances
Frances G. Knight
Director Passport Office
Enclosure:
As stated
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76-1059/3A
Corres./official
May 5, 1976
Dear Tex,
Many thanks for your letter of April 29th
and the enclosed photos which will be of interest
to some of my colleagues here.
As you might guess, I'm SO busy following
offshore events there is precious little time
to sort out what's going on around here!
Hurriedly,
Sincerely,
aug
George Bush
Mr. John R. McCrary
161 East 61st Street
New York, New York 10021
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76-1059/3
JOHN REAGAN McCRARY
April 29, 1976
Dear Mr. Director
I like the sound of that, but I should
say, "Head Honcho"!
As this is written, you're winning in the Senate, and the
President is in a squeaker in Texas. From what my brother
and other good friends, Democrats and Republicans alike,
tell me, the President will suffer another flesh wound in our
home state, on the way to a win in Kansas City, and another
squeaker in November. Now that your "turf" is the whole
world, I wonder how accurate your political intelligence is on
the homefront.
I remember so clearly the breakfast we shared with friendly
Russians in Spasso House on the morning of D-Day.
and the
then chief of the Red Air Force toasted the Invasion and said:
"I wonder if America would have come into the war if Japan
had not been foolish enough to have attacked Pearl Harbor
It is so hard to know what the American people will do
"
Guess that's still true, and nowhere more than in Texas.
But there's one axiom we can count on: In America, we never
shoot Santa Claus
so, if the economy is good on Election
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Day, then President Ford will stay in the White House and
George Bush will stay on his job at CIA
until he's ready to
run against Ted Kennedy in 1980! Prediction.
Another prediction: By the time those deleted 200 pages of the
Senate Report are read by 100 Senators, we won't even need
"The Village Voice" to report the contents.
New subject: My friend George Livanos has made another
trip to Peking since you were there, and he's going back again
next month. He reported one interesting contrast over the gap
of a year: Wherever he looked, workers were "goofing off",
and not just at a tea break. There seemed to be a feeling that
"nobody's watching". Maybe that has tightened up again with
the latest shift in the Number Two spot.
cont'd
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(Incidentally, I'm glad you made a shift in your Number Two
spot. The Number Two I knew best was Pre Cabell. You
ought to dig up his file some summer evening when you have
time on your hands.)
Livanos has also visited the other side of the Communist world,
in Moscow; he's bought two of their flying ferries for service
in the Agean. Pictures attached. Maybe your people might
like to keep an eye on the workmanship of these boats -- certainly
they put their best efforts into big ticket export items like these.
You stay well and stay winner, and cheers to your First Lady.
Tex
John Reagan McCrary
Enc:
Hon. George Bush
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C. 20505
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Mr. John 0. Marsh, Jr.
Counsellor to the President
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
March 12, 1976
Dear Jack,
Gentle reminder! The building I
called you about 1s the Selective Service
building at 1724 F Street, N.W. All you
need to do is to call Jack Eckerd at
GSA or Nick Ponuzio (former mayor of
Bridgeport) and tell them to get those
other people the hell out of there and
let us have the building for the IC Staff.
They want to do it, they agree to
do it, but they need a "big shot from
the White House" (that's you) to call
them.
No paperwork required. Just a
persuasive Marsh phone call.
Many thanks,
Sincerely,
Cuy
George Bush
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W. HENSON MOORE
6TH DISTRICT, LOUISIANA
COMMITTEES:
AGRICULTURE
WASHINGTON OFFICE:
COTTON SUBCOMMITTEE
427 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING
(RANKING REPUBLICAN)
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515
Congress of the United States
TOBACCO SUBCOMMITTEE
(202) 225-3901
OILSEEDS AND RICE SUBCOMMITTEE
house of Representatives
INTERSTATE AND
FOREIGN COMMERCE
DISTRICT OFFICES:
SUITE 236 FEDERAL BUILDING
COMMUNICATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE
750 FLORIDA
Mashington, D.C. 20515
OVERSIGHT AND INVESTIGATIONS
SUBCOMMITTEE
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70801
(504) 344-7679
April 12, 1976
JOINT COMMITTEE ON THE
LIBRARY
U.S. POST OFFICE BUILDING
COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES
HAMMOND, LOUISIANA 70401
(504) 345-4929
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Honorable George Bush
Director of Central Intelligence
CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
Washington, D.C. 20505
Dear George:
Enclosed is a copy of a picture we had
taken together recently. I would appreciate it
very much if you would be SO kind as to auto-
graph this picture for me as I would like to use
it in the office.
Thank you so much and if I can ever be of
assistance to you, please don't hesitate to call
upon me.
With kindest personal regards, I remain
Sincerely yours,
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Henson
W. Henson Moore
Member of Congress
WHM:sc
Enclosure
Forwarded signed photograph on 15 April 1976
Sent to: Mark E. Moretti
OGCR
Building 159E
August 30, 1976
Dear Mark,
Just a quick note to thank you so
much for your thoughtful letter.
It is always a pleasure to receive
favorable comments in this tough and
demanding job, and coming from a fellow
employee, it means that much more.
With the Bushes hectic schedule,
I'm afraid we won't be able to honor
your parent's kind invitation to dinner,
but please thank them for thinking of us.
I wish you the best of luck in your
future endeavors,
Sincerely,
15/ George Bush
George Bush
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Office of the Director for Central Intelligence
The Honorable George Bush
Dear Sir,
After three weeks of talking with my fellow summer employees, I
am really convinced that the speech and subsequent question and answer
period you gave on the 3rd of August was a great asset to the summer
employee program. Considering the questions asked of you, it is obvious
to everyone that you are a very candid and forthright man and that you
do not shy away from the issues.
I just thought I would write and express my feelings and extend to
you my best wishes for the future.
Sincerely yours,
Mark E. Moreth
Mark E. Moretti
P.S. If it is convient for you and Mrs. Bush, I would like to invite you
for dinner at the Moretti house on behalf of my father and mother.
My mother makes a fantastic lasagne.
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MEM 82476
July 30, 1976
Dear Admiral Moro,
Thank you for sending me the
unique and interesting map commemora-
ting our 200th Birthday. It was so
thoughtful of you and it will be
remembered as coming from a great
friend.
Sincerely,
George Bush
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K - 1)c huch out
Stato Maggiore della Marina
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Roonea 4.7.26
My congratulations and sest Wister
on the celebration of the 200th Anniversary
of the indipendence of the Ibuited
states of America.
finarely yours
fluord
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George Murphy
6-28-76
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
Dear George,
Thanks for you
recent letter cum
enclosives - It
was good having
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from you again- -
Jim Angleton
author of the story
Attachment given to Ben Evans on 28 June 1976 for
distribution as appropriate.
are Clurcle was, as you
know, a highly
regarded C/A
euployee for may
may years -
I are determined
to woule crosely with
the new Swate comittee but
oh how I used we
had toely consolidated
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oursight -
Best -
Cuy
Executive Registry
GEORGE MURPHY
76-9624
June 22, 1976
Hon. George Bush
Director of the
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C. 20505
Dear George:
I have just received an article which should
be of interest to you in your new responsibility
and have taken the liberty of sending you a copy.
I hope you will find it as important as I have
in these times of contrived confusion.
Best wishes to you in your new and most important
responsibility.
Warm personal regards.
Sincerely,
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Gany George Murphy My
Enclosure
STATE 5. OF THE INTERIOR
United States Department of the Interior
file
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
March 3, 1849
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20240
Tennifen
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
MAR 15 1976
Mr. George Bush
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D. C. 20505
Nice calhande. wis office him may we want
Dear Mr. Bush:
On behalf of the National Park Service, let me first of all
say how much we appreciated your taking time from your very
busy schedule to speak at the visitor center dedication
ceremonies at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park.
Faulety to
Your presence added immensely to its great success, and I
personally want to say thank you.
save
Secondly, I would like to thank you for your gracious hospi-
tality in bringing my assistant, Gerry Tays, and me back to
Washington. We both thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to
meet you and your party and to spend a very relaxed hour with
you. I can personally attest to the validity of your formal
remarks at Guilford Courthouse when you paid tribute to the
dedication and professionalism of CIA employees. These that
we met en route to Washington certainly exhibited these
qualities.
I have taken the liberty of enclosing fact sheets concerning
the two facilities we discussed. Should you decide to inquire
Presidential Library
further into their availability at some future date, please
don't hesitate to call me.
Once again, thank you for providing us with a most memorable
occasion.
Sincerely yours,
Gary Everhardt
Director
Enclosures 2
CAMP
HOOVER
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SHENANDOAH-
NATIONAL PARK
1975
FACT SHEET
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
CAMP HOOVER
LOCATION: Camp Hoover is located 27 miles from the intersection of U.S. Highway
211 and the Skyline Drive at Thornton Gap (Panorama). To reach Camp Hoover,
travel 20 miles south on Skyline Drive to Big Meadows and through a locked
gate 7 miles east on a gravel road to Camp Hoover. NOTE: Stop at Harry F.
Byrd, Sr., Visitor Center at Big Meadows to meet a Ranger and/or pick up a
key. If anticipated that arrival at Big Meadows will be after 5:00 P.M.,
notify the Superintendent or Chief Ranger.
DESCRIPTION: There are cabin facilities for a maximum of 18 people; however,
optimum capacity is 11.
The President: Single story, 2-bedroom, enclosed sun porch, kitchen with
modern equipment, sleeping accommodations for 8, optimum occupancy 5.
The Creel: Single story, 1-bedroom, kitchen with modern equipment, sleeping
accommodations for 4, optimum occupancy (when cooking privileges are
required) 2.
The Prime Minister: Single story, 2-bedroom, no kitchen, sleeping accommo-
dations for 6, optimum occupancy 4.
Copies of floor plans are attached. Hot water and showers are provided in
each cabin. Linens, blankets, towels, cooking utensils, and dinner service
for 16 people are provided. Charcoal grills are available; however, guests
must provide their own charcoal. A list of household facilities furnished
is attached. Fishing with barbless hooks is permitted in nearby streams.
Guests should bring their own fishing tackle. Fishing licenses are required,
and are available at Big Meadows Wayside. A copy of the fishing regulations
is attached. Heavy clothes are recommended for the cool nights of spring
and fall. Pets must be under physical restrictive control at all times.
SUPPLIES: There is a campers supply store at Big Meadows Wayside where a
variety of food can be purchased.
CHARGES: The President
Minimum rate for 1 or 2 persons
$21.12/day
Each additional person 13 years old & over
6.33/day
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Full occupancy (8)
Maximum
52.80/day
The Creel
Minimum rate for 1 or 2 persons
w/kitchen privileges
15.84/day
Rate, per person, 13 years old and over
6.33/day
The Prime Minister
Each person 13 years old and over
6.33/day
Conferences
When Camp Hoover is used exclusively by a single group
or organization as a conference center, the daily rate
is $6.33 per person or $79.20, whichever is greater.
COMMUNICATIONS: There is no radio or telephone service closer than 7 miles.
In an emergency, messages can be relayed to the occupants of the quarters
by calling one of the following numbers:
Shenandoah National Park Headquarters:
Area Code 703 999-2242
Superintendent: Robert R. Jacobsen
Ext. 20
Chief Park Ranger: Charles B. Sigler, Jr.
Ext. 27
An alternate emergency number to be used
after office hours:
Area Code 703 999-2245
CAMP HOOVER
INVENTORY OF HOUSEKEEPING FACILITIES
1975
2 Electric Ranges.
2 Electric Refrigerators
1 Electric Dishwasher
4 Electric Hot Water Heaters
12 Table Lamps
4 Floor Lamps
1 10-36 Cup Electric Coffee Maker
2 12 Cup. Electric Coffee. Percolators
1 4 Slice Electric Toaster
1 Portable Electric Mixer
5 Portable Electric Heaters
7 Bedroom Chests of Drawers
6 Storage Cabinets -, Metal
2 Wooden Storage Boxes
5 Folding Beds with Innerspring Mattresses
2 Clothes Hampers
9 Wooden Beds, Springs, and Innerspring Mattresses
2 Simmons Hide-A-Beds (Creel)
1 Dining Room Table with 12 Chairs (President)
1 Kitchen Table with 4 Chairs (President)
1 Table with 4 Chairs (President-Sun Room)
1 Card Table with 4 Chairs (President)
2 Miscellaneous Tables and 2 Chairs (President)
3 Bedroom Chairs with Cushions (President)
1 Kitchen Table with 4 Chairs (Creel)
2 Miscellaneous Tables with 2 Chairs (Creel)
1 Wooden Bench with Cushion (President)
10 Ashtrays
Dining service for 16
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2 Shower Mats
1 Bath Mat
Dishpans, Pots, Skillets, Kitchen Utensils Complete
2 Paper Cup Dispensers
11 Indian-made Rugs (Storage-Headquarters)
20 Pillows
6 Wicker Chairs
3 Rocking Chairs
1 Sofa
4 Mirrors (Bedrooms)
1 Picnic Table with 2 Benches (President)
1 TV Set
2. Charcoal Grills
6 Wooden Porch Chairs with Cushions (President)
1 Wall Mounted Can Opener
40 Blankets
4 Wooden Chairs with Cushions (President-Living Room)
6 Woven Baskets
1 Metal Bookcase with Glass Door
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18'-1"
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PRESIDENT'S CABIN
CAMP HOOVER
SEENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
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CREEL
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SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
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PRIME MINISTER
CAMP HOOVER # SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
Building No. 18-6
8' -10"
Scale 1/8" D. H. Hoak
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3' -3"
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Rev. 2/75
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
Shenandoah National Park
Luray, Virginia 22835
1975 - FISHING REGULATIONS - 1975
I. General Fishing Regulations Only trout fishing is permitted in Park
waters. No trout under eight (8) inches may be creeled. Artificial lures
with single hook only may be used. No bait of any kind is permitted. The
creel limit is five (5) trout per day. The season is from 12:00 Noon DST,
April 5 through October 15. Fishing is permitted from one hour before sunrise
until one hour after sunset.
Fishing must be by angling with hand-held tackle. A hand landing net may
be used to land fish legally hooked. No trout caught in Park waters may be
sold.
It is unlawful to fish in Park waters after the daily creel limit of trout
has been caught. Also, it is unlawful to feed, bait, seine, or snag trout
in Park waters.
II. FISH-FOR-FUN. On the Rapidan and Staunton Rivers and their tributaries
within the Shenandoah National Park boundary, anglers are limited to the use
of artificial lures with a single barbless hook. All fish caught must be
immediately and carefully returned to the stream. No fish of any size may be
in possession at any time on the Fish-for-Fun streams. The season is open
year round.
III. Fishing License Required. Unless anglers are under 16 years of age or 65
years of age and older, they must have in their possession one of the
following licenses: 1) Valid Virginia state resident or non-resident
license; 2) Valid Virginia county resident license (restricts. fishing
to that portion of Shenandoah National Park within the county of the license);
or, 3) Temporary 5-day, $3.00 license, which may be purchased at any
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concession unit within the Park, or may be ordered by mail from the following
address: ARA Virginia Sky-Line Company, Inc., Attn.: Mrs. Hilliard, P. O.
Box 727, Luray, Virginia 22835. Information necessary with mail order: (a)
Name, address, weight, height, age, race; (b) Specify the 5 consecutive
days license is to cover; and (c) $3.00 by check or money order payable to
ARA Virginia Sky-Line Company, Inc., must accompany order of license.
IV. Emergency Closing of Park Waters to Fishing. During any period of
emergency, or to prevent overuse by fishermen of waters open to fishing in
Shenandoah National Park, the Superintendent, at his discretion, may close
to fishing all or part of such open waters for such periods of time as may be
necessary, PROVIDED: the notice thereof shall be given by the posting of
appropriate signs, notices, and markers.
V. Penalties. Violators of these regulations are subject to penalties as
prescribed by the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 36, Sec. 1.3 and/or
Title 16, U. S. Code, Sections 403c-3 and 403c-4.
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK, VIRGINIA
Astride the Blue Ridge Mountains in one of the most beautiful and
historic regions of the southeast, Shenandoah National Park is an
elongated park, some 80 miles long and containing approximately
300 square miles. Spur ridges branch out from the mountain crest
and blend into the rolling land of the Shenandoah Valley on the west,
and into wooded hills, orchards, and fields of the Piedmont Plateau on
the east. Between these ridges are deep hollows, well timbered, and
drained by streams.
The Blue Ridge is more than a billion years old, time to smooth rising
peaks into gentle slopes that, on a clear day, seem never to end as
they stretch into the distance in a cloak of blue haze from which we
derive the "blue" in Blue Ridge. The highest peak, Hawksbill, is 4049
feet.
The famous Skyline Drive winds for 105 miles along the crest of the
Blue Ridge throughout the length of the Park. There are many overlooks
and parking areas along the Drive, and visitors are encouraged to stop
and view the rich valleys and mountain slopes from chosen vista points.
The Skyline Drive reaches its highest point, 3680 feet, at Mile 41.7.
(Mileposts are numbered from north to south along the Drive.) The
lowest point, 600 feet, is near the north entrance at Front Royal,
Virginia.
Although traveling along the Drive by car is the most popular way to
see the Park, visitors are encouraged to increase their enjoyment by
exploring some of the more intimate features along 400 miles of foot
trails, including a 95-mile section of the Appalachian Trail. Some of
the features reached by trail include mountain peaks, sparkling trout
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streams, cascading waterfalls, greenstone cliffs, dense forests, spacious
mountain meadows, and unspoiled wilderness.
Visitors are encouraged to stop at the two Visitor Centers where
exhibits, orientation programs, and Ranger-Naturalists introduce the
major Park features and suggest what to see and do. Conducted hikes
and evening campfire programs are conducted daily from mid-June until
Labor Day. During the spring and fall, a Park Naturalist gives
illustrated talks on Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 8:00 P.M. at the
Byrd Visitor Center at Big Meadows. For the do-it-yourself visitor,
self-guiding nature trails are popular.
Shenandoah Natural History Association, Box 387, Luray, Virginia 22835,
sponsors the sale of maps, slides, and colored pictures - also guides
and publications on the history and the natural history of the Park.
All profits are used to assist the Park's interpretive program. A list
of publications is available on request.
Facilities include overnight accommodations, restaurants, camper
supplies, rental horses, and gas stations located throughout the
Park and operated by the ARA Virginia Sky-Line Company, Inc., Luray,
Virginia 22835. The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club, Inc., 1718 N
Street, N.W., Washington, D. C. 20036, has a concession permit for
rental of six trail cabins.
Camping in automobile campgrounds is limited to 14 days between the
period of June 1 through October 31, and sites are assigned on a
"first-come, first-served" basis. - Overflow camping along the Park
roads or in public areas is not permitted. While there are no
utility connections for trailers, sewage disposal stations for self-
contained units are located at Big Meadows, Loft Mountain, and
Matthews Arm. Camper supplies are available within the Park year
round. Visitors planning to camp in the backcountry of the Park
must secure a camping permit. Information on permits may be obtained
at any Ranger Station or Visitor Center or by mail from Park Head-
quarters.
All Park waters are open for trout fishing from noon on the first
Saturday in April until one hour after sunset on October 15. Only
artificial lures with a single hook may be used, except for the fish-
for-fun streams along the Rapidan and Staunton Rivers, which are open
year round and where only artificial lures with single barbless hooks
are permitted. A Virginia fishing license, or a special five-day
license is required. There are no opportunities for swimming or
boating.
Pets are permitted in the Park when on a leash or otherwise under
physical restrictive control. Pets are not allowed in the Visitor
Centers or where food is sold and served - seeing eye dogs excepted.
The Park speed limit is 35 miles per hour unless otherwise posted.
Summer temperatures usually are in the 80's in the daytime, dropping
into the 40's at night. Spring and fall temperatures are about 10
degrees cooler. About three inches of rain fall each month.
While the summer months usually have highest visitation, October
consistently brings record weekend crowds because of the fall color.
Hunting with any kind of weapon is prohibited. Firearms must be
made. inoperative and packed away before entering the Park.
Shenandoah National Park is a Federal fee area, with an entrance fee
charged for all private, noncommercial vehicles. A per person fee
is charged visitors using other than private, noncommercial vehicles.
If you need additional information concerning the Park, please address
your inquiry to the Superintendent, Shenandoah National Park, Luray,
Virginia 22835.
DISCOVER SHENANDOAH
Join a Ranger-Naturalist in exploring the world of Shenandoah
The summer schedule of conducted activities offers a variety of oppor-
tunities to get to know your world a little better. Take a walk - from
a one-half hour stroll to a four-hour hike. Do something different at
an outdoor lore session. Enjoy the fellowship of an evening campfire
program. Let's discover Shenandoah together.
The National Park Service also offers guidance in your personal discovery
of Shenandoah.
Visitor Centers, at Dickey Ridge and Big Meadows, are staffed by
naturalists who can answer your questions and assist you in planning
your visit. Exhibits and slide programs help introduce you to this
recycled wilderness. Trail information, maps, and guidebooks are avail-
able. Publications, including field guides, histories, and pictures
may be purchased to enhance your visit. The Byrd Visitor Center at
Big Meadows is open daily except on Christmas day.
Bulletin Boards, throughout the Park, list activities and schedules
and give directions to nearby attractions.
Self-guiding Trails, used by reading signs or a trail booklet, are
located at five places off the Skyline Drive:
Traces Trail (2 miles) starts at Matthews Arm Campground Amphi-
theater, Mile 22.3. A walk through the past.
Stony Man Trail (1.5 miles) starts at parking area on the north
entrance road to Skyland, Mile 41.8. Great views on clear days.
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Swamp Trail (2 miles) starts in Picnic Area, one mile from Skyline
Drive, near Big Meadows Amphitheater, Mile 51.3. Forest, meadow, and
swamp.
Deadening Trail (1.3 miles) starts across Drive from Loft Mountain
Wayside, Mile 79.5. Nature heals some old wounds.
Big Flat Trail (1.5 miles) starts near Loft Mountain Campground
Amphitheater, Mile 79.5. Some glimpses of man and nature.
DISCOVER SHENANDOAH YEAR-ROUND
Fall (Labor Day through October)
The days stay mild - the nights turn cool, as the Blue Ridge prepares
for the fall spectacular of color. Oaks, hickories, maples - each species
has its own hue in this annual foliage display. The visitor centers
remain open through late October, with naturalists on duty to help
make your autumn excursions more meaningful and memorable.
Winter (November through February)
With their cloak of leaves removed, the mountains show their true
ruggedness and grandeur. The air is crisp and clean, and new vistas
are revealed. A visit to Shenandoah after a snowfall is a trip to a
world of white on blue. Big Meadows is the center of winter activities,
with information obtainable at the Byrd Visitor Center. Rooms and
meals are available at the Wayside.
Spring (March through mid-June)
Shenandoah comes alive. The earliest wildflowers appear in March,
followed by a colorful progression of blossoming and re-growth. The
mountains - and spring-time visitors - are equally renewed. The visitor
centers are open full time by Easter. Consult the. bulletin boards for
current information on programs and activities.
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FACT SHEET
GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK
BRINKERHOFF HOUSE
LOCATION:
The house is situated on the shore of Jackson Lake,
conveniently near the Teton Park Road, 7 miles south of
Jackson Lake Lodge, about 14 miles north of Moose, the
park headquarters.
DESCRIPTION:
The Brinkerhoff is a one and a half story log lodge. The
entry way opens into a large living room-dining room combina-
tion, picture windows open to the west overlooking Jackson
Lake and the Teton Range. A balcony extends along the
eastern interior wall. The balcony gives access to three
bedrooms and bath, below which, are located the kitchen,
a bedroom, and a bath.
FURNISHINGS:
The living room is furnished with hand crafted rustic furni-
ture. There are dining tables and chairs for sixteen people,
a large stone fireplace, and the other customary furnishings
of a mountain chalet.
All bedrooms have two double beds, and are made up for
occupancy, including linens and bedding. The bathrooms
are equipped with tub and shower combination. One bedroom
has a king size bed.
The lodge is electrically heated and equipped with electric
range, refrigerator, and water heater. The kitchen is not
customarily used for preparation of meals. Food service is
available at the nearby Signal Mountain Lodge, at Jackson
Lake Lodge, 7 miles distant, or at numerous other restaurants
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and guest ranches in Jackson Hole.
CHARGES:
One or two persons, per day
$35.00
Each additional person, per day
2.00
Full occupancy, or exclusive occupancy
by family or group, per day
50.00
COMMUNICATIONS: Park Headquarters:
Post Office Box 67
Moose, Wyoming 83012
Telephone: 307-733-2880
Superintendent: Robert Kerr
There is a telephone in the Brinkerhoff House - 307-543-9918
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7026 Forest Lane
Bethesda, Maryland
22034
1 June 1976
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
May 29th
Dear Bill,
Thanks for the note loaded with many
valuable suggestions. I will re-read
it carefully and contemplate what you
have said.
I do not want to do anything but strength-
en our DDO operations.
Stay in touch.
Without asking your permission I wrote
the attached letter to my great friend
Tom Barrow, who is one of the top
people of EXXON.
Sorry we didn't get a chance to visit
at the Walter's farewell.
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Best,
any
Sent to: Mr. Thomas D. Barrow
Director
EXXON Corporation
1251 Ave. of the
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIANCE
51st Floor
New York, New York
10020
1 June 1976
May 29th
Dear Tom,
It was great seeing you and Jan in Greenwich.
You both looked well and it all seemed
like old times.
I have been thinking about your statement
that you might be interested in talking
at some time with skilled ex-CIA people
who have a good grasp of the world as it is.
Just recently Bill Nelson our Deputy Director
for Operations retired at a very young 53-
55. He had been with the CIA all his adult
life and rose to what most would consider
to be the third highest position in the
Agency. He left in the highest possible
standing.
As DDO he ran all our operations around the
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world. He has a great knowledge of many
countries. He is not an analyst, but he has
dealt with the product of intelligence for
years.
If interested, I can send you a resume on
Bill.
Sincerely, as/
Wm nelson
DDD
GEORGE BUSH
5161 PALISADE LANE, N. W.
WASHINGTON, D. C. 20016
May 2nd 1976
Dear Bill:
I am at home as I write this- a lot of quiet around
on this pretty spring day, and thus some time for thought.
I guess what I want to try to say is Thanks- Thanks for
all you have done for the CIA, Thanks for your steadfast
leadership through enormously complicated times, and lastly,
thanks for the understanding and help you have given to
me in the brief period of time since I have been here.
I respect your decision to retire, but, as I told you
in person, I wish it weren't SO,
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You have the friendship and respect from evryone in this
Agency. You are tough enough to have been a fantastic leader,
and you are sensitive enough to guarantee that your leader-
ship inspires trust in all with whom you have worked.
I don't pretend to be able to speak for the career
people, for I am new, and I have not been tested yet by the
fires of controversy that you and others around here have
lived with.
But I know a real man when I see one. You have my respect
and my friendship. In a short time you have taught me
a lot about decency. I wish you well. I will miss working
with you.
Sincerely, Coof
come official
January 26, 1976
Dear Mr. Nethercut:
I hereby resign as Chief of the U.S. Liaison Office, Peking,
Peoples Republic of China. This resignation should be
effective at close of business the day before I officially transfer
to the CIA.
It has been a great pleasure working with all of the people
in EA and in many other departments. I would appreciate your
conveying my warm thanks to all who did so much to make this
assignment such a rewarding one.
Sincerely,
George Bush
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Mr. Richard Nethercut
CDA/SS/EA
Room 2332-A
The Department of State
Washington, D. C.
AUSTRALIA
MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS
CANBERRA
24th March, 1976.
Myoran Jungs,
I received your note via my wife and
greatly appreciated your thoughtfulness
in writing.
I, too, was very sorry to have missed
you and I trust my enforced return did
not inconvenience you.
I will be back in the United States
possibly for a couple of weeks in
September and sincerely trust we can
meet with one another as I am most
anxious to see you personally and not
just as the occupant of your present
important position.
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With my warmest personal regards,
Yours sincerely,
(Andrew Peacock)
Mr. George Bush,
Director of Central Intelligence,
Central Intelligence Agency,
WASHINGTON D.C.
U.S.A.
Pouched to: Mr. Edward Proctor
Chief of Station,
London
November 9, 1976
Dear Ed,
Thanks for your visit with Christine Helms.
I hope it wasn't a total waste of your time. She
had been strongly recommended by Cap Weinburger
as my earlier cable indicated. In any event, I
am certain she was flattered that you gave her
an interview. I will tell Cap Weinburger and I
know he will be pleased, too.
Keep up the good work over there. Things
are in a little turmoil here, awaiting members
of the transition team to descend upon CIA, but
I am confident the transition will go smoothly.
Warmest personal regards and thanks,
Sincerely,
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Sent to: The Honorable Elliot Richardson
DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
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22 Apr.
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THE SECRETARY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
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Waldorf Towers
New York City
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15 April 1976
Dear George:
I must confess that the highlight of my trip this time in the
States, after my talk with President Ford in the White House, was
the wonderful dinner that I had with you and Barbara.
To be under your roof and to enjoy that gracious hospitality
that it was my pleasure to have with you was certainly an event
that I really enjoyed and I want to thank you and Barbara for your
thoughtfulness in inviting me.
The menu was incomparable and I give credit to Barbara
for it. I sincerely hope you both can visit us in the Philippines
where a warm and cordial welcome awaits you. I'll see to it
that the purple (not-the Red) rug is unrolled for you.
I will communicate with you from time to time whenever
the needs arise because I am confident you will be of great help
to us in giving the American authorities the correct information
about President Marcos' administration. There is so much
distortion in the American mass media that we need fair friends
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to straighten out distortions that do not only not serve the best
interests of Philippine-American relations but seriously under-
mine our mutuality and understanding.
Again, my heartfelt thanks, and with cordial best wishes
and warm personal regards, I am
Sincerely yours,
They
Hon. George Bush
Director, Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C.
Comes afficial
January 20, 1976
Mr. John A. Schneider
President
CBS Broadcast Group
51 West 52nd Street
New York, New York 10019
Dear Mr. Schneider:
I am now back in the United States, but before my memory
fades too much I want to thank you and Mr. Paley for the
wonderful support you gave us at USLO in Peking.
The cassettes were extremely helpful to us in providing induce-
ment for the diplomatic community and, on certain occasions,
we had a chance to show some of them to some of the Chinese
officials. I can't tell you how much this service did for the
morale of our isolated little oasis there in Peking.
Frank Scotton of USIA tells me that the system for sending and
returning cassettes is working smoothly. He has recently been
to New York and discussed the situation with your Vice President
for Business Affairs, Robert Daly. I am confident that he will
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continue to be in close touch with Mr. Daly and you can be assured
he will give considerable attention to returning material to CBS
promptly.
Please convey my appreciation to Mr. Paley, and if on a personal
basis I can ever reciprocate, I hope you will call on me.
Happy 1976 to you and yours.
Sincerely,
George Bush
ABC News 7 West 66 Street New York, New York 10023 Telephone 212 LT1-7777
William Sheehan, President
file
Dear Mr. Bush:
Thank you for your prompt attention to my
letter of January 28th.
Please accept my best wishes for your success
in your new job.
Sincerely,
William Sheehan
Mr. George Bush
Director
Central Intelligence Agency
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Washington, D.C. 20505
February 25, 1976
bdv
November 9, 1976
Dear Walter,
George Carver told me that you had been
most helpful in describing to Senator Hathaway
the importance of the CIA mission abroad. I
just want to thank you very much for this.
I have not seen Bill Hathaway since he
left here to go on his trip, but I will look
forward to visiting with him when he gets
back. He is a good man and I am sure his visit
with you helped get him into proper focus and
will be an aid to our policymakers back here
in Washington.
Thanks, Walter, for all your help.
Sincerely,
aug
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George Bush
The Honorable Walter J. Stoessel, Jr.
American Ambassador
American Embassy
Bonn, Federal Republic of Germany
bcc Mr. George Carver
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Amb. W. stoessel
moscow
April 2
Dear George-
Thanks 100 mucle for your
good mote which Diana delivered.
I wouldn't say our problems
are all under control by any
means, but we're tnying to
Cope. the pressures have been
more intense than usual these
past weeks, but well survive.
we value greatly our good
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contacts with your expents and
hope they'll get even better ine
the future.
Good luck to you in your
new undertaking. Its a tough
there. spot but were glad youre
Look forward to seeing you
on our next trip home -
are the best - waster
official Timethy Loungel
Executive Registry
7C - 500.5/1
October 19, 1976
Dear Mr. Kagan,
A while back you wrote me about the possibility of my being a
Chubb Fellow at Yale. I told you that I was not able to do it this
fall, but if rain checks were in order I would be glad to consider it
for a later date.
I have a suggestion that might conceivably be of interest to you.
Recently Admiral Noel Gayler retired as Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific
Fleet. He is a very articulate Naval officer who has had enormously
important jobs. CINCPAC, of course, is one of the very top four star
Navy jobs. Prior to that Admiral Gayler was in charge of the National
Security Agency, a very important component of our Intelligence Community.
Admiral Gayler retired last month, and should you be looking for
someone with his wide variety of talents I think he would be interested
in coming to Yale. He is attractive and communicates well with children.
He is not a hard-line, doctrinaire kind of guy although he certainly is
a proponent of strong defense.
Having been a Chubb Fellow and appreciating what it is all about,
I can recommend Admiral Gayler to you for your consideration should you
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still have some openings and should a Naval officer fill the bill.
His address is: Admiral Noel Gayler, Box 5465, Steamboat Springs,
Colorado 80477; telephone: (303) 879-3623.
Please don't bother to acknowledge this. Simply contact Admiral
Gayler if he is of interest to you.
Yours very truly,
/s/ Goorge Doon
George Bush
Mr. Donald Kagan
Master
Chubb Fellowship
Timothy Dwight College
Yale University
New Haven, Connecticut 06520
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The Honorable John Tower
United States Senate, Suite 142
Washington, D.C. 20510
(1)
THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
Dear John. -
How about
sending are a
copy - signed, please
I'd love to have it
Hastily,
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GB
(Mr. Bush sent autographed picture showing himself
and Senator Tower together looking at a map)
April 5, 1976
Dear Mr. Vance,
Just a quick note to thank you
for your thoughtful letter regarding
my recent appearance before CIRA.
I certainly enjoyed meeting with
the group and look forward to our
continued association in the future.
Sincerely,
Cug B/
George Bush
Mr. William F. Vance
Vice President, CIRA
4845 North 27th Street
Arlington, Virginia 22207
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31 March 1976
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Hon. George Bush
Director of Central Intelligence
Thankmall
Washington, D.C. 20505
Lun paper...
Dear Mr. Bush,
Your all-too brief appearance before our Retiree Association on
Monday was a rousing success. Reactions flooding in to those of us who arranged
the luncheon have been effusive and universally favorable. Your remarks were
incisive, straightforward, and precisely on the points we had hoped you would
hit. We also discovered a truly outstanding platform speaker.
If there were any among us (and no doubt there were) who had some
feelings about your taking the helm at CIA after so active a political life,
there are certainly no reservations now. The conversions were enthusiastic and
complete! You can be confident of our total support and our heartiest best
wishes for your continued success.
Again, our sincere appreciation for joining us Monday and for
giving us so superb an address.
Cordially,
Miceiam William F. Vance
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Vice President
Central Intelligence Retirees Association
TO: BANGKOK. Y
PLEASE PASS THE FOLLOWING UNCLASSIFIED MESSAGE FROM GEORGE
BUSH. QUOTE: Y
MR. ALFRED VERRIER Y
REGIONAL DIPLOMATIC COURIER OFFICE Y
U. S. EMBASSY, BANGKOK Y
REFERENCE YOUR LETTER OF JANUARY 22ND Y
DEAR AL, Y
GREAT HEARING FROM YOU. Y
PLEASE USE MY NAME AS MOST APPRECIATIVE FOR PAUL SABOURIN'S
HELPFUL SERVICE TO USLO IN FACILITATING COURIER SERVICE. HE WAS
GREAT TO WORK WITH- 4
THANKS FOR YOUR KIND WORDS AND FOR ELEPHANT NUMBER FOUR WHO IS
NOW SOMEWHERE BETWEEN PEKING AND WASHINGTON. 4
MANY THANKS TO YOU AND ALL THE OTHERS FOR YOUR MANY THOUGHTFUL
GESTURES TO THE BUSHES AND ALL AT USLO. 4
SINCERELY, Y
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RELEASING OFFICER
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CL -BY:
EMBASSY OF THE
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Regional Diplomatic Courier Office
Bangkok, Thailand
January 22, 1976
OFFICIAL-INFORMAL
The Honorable
George H. Bush
American Ambassador
The White House
(EOB)
Washington, D.C.
Dear Mr. Ambassador:
I must apologize for troubling you during a period when you
must be extremely busy. But like the Chinese each January
I pay the "debts" I have piled up over the past year by
sending letters of appreciation to those members of the
airline community who have been instrumental in helping this
office do its job. To this end I am writing to the Director
of Air France commending Mr. Paul Sabourin - formerly the
Representative of Air France for the People's Republic of
China - for the outstanding support he gave our operation in
Peking. Because I am writing to his Director and because
you knew Mr. Sabourin I would request your concurrence in
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listing you as our information addressee on my letter. It
would be a personal favor if you would also allow me to note
your own high regard for Paul's capabilities - an opinion
you were kind enough to share with me one Sunday morning at
Central Airport while you were waiting for friends to depart.
Certainly this single thought of yours would do far more for
him in Air France's eyes than the sum total of everything
else I say.
You must know by now that you were the favorite Ambassador
of our couriers. One of the tales which I am sure will be
repeated all over the world - and will increase with the
telling - is the sharing of your Winter coats and sweaters
with couriers making their ritualistic visit to the Great
Wall.
I would also thank you for the consideration you showed not
only to me but also the Office of Communication/Pouch during
your tour in Peking. Sorry I just missed you in September
upon your last (for a while at least) return to China.
Trust you like the newest elephant; it was specially designed
for you by my four daughters. While it was the biggest one
we could have had made it is still but a small token of
BRDCO's respect for you.
All of us here send our wish that this coming Year of the
Dragon brings you and Mrs. Bush great success and happiness.
Sincerely yours,
as
Alfred J. Verrier
Regional Diplomatic Courier
Officer
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July 1, 1976
Dear Jake,
Thanks for the note about John Small and
Lapointe. As you know, my proposed trip to
Canada has been put back, so maybe this means I
will get to see John Small when eventually we do
get to Ottawa.
I would like to give you this firsthand report
on the beautiful Canadian-U.S. Border book. It
is a smash hit, here in the building and on the
home front--absolutely fantastic! We will treasure,
also, the beautiful letter that came with it.
Have a Happy 4th. Warm regards,
Sincerely,
aug
George Bush
His Excellency Jack H. Warren
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Ambassador
Embassy of Canada
1746 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036
Canadian Embassy
Ambassade du Canada
1746 Massachusetts Ave. N.W.,
WASHINGTON, D.C., 20036.
June 25, 1976.
Dear George.
When I had the pleasure of calling on you
the other day we spoke about John Small and Gilliane
Lapointe with whom you served in Peking. You asked
about their present assignments. I understand that
John Small is returning to Ottawa this summer for a
home posting. What he is to do has not yet been decided.
As for Gilliane Lapointe she is now in Scientific
Relations and Environmental Problems Division in Ottawa.
I much enjoyed our brief conversation and
the Chinese tea.
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Yours sincerely,
Jahr J. H. Warren,
Ambassador.
Mr. George Bush,
Director of Central Intelligence,
Central Intelligence Agency,
WASHINGTON, D.C..
P.S. and we look food to
some family seef, later in
the summer
THE DALLAS TIMES HERALD
DALLAS, TEXAS
OFFICE OF
THE PUBLISHER
April 16, 1976
JF for schedule
PERSONAL
Honorable George Bush
Director of the Central
Intelligence Agency
Washington, D.C. 20505
Dear Director Bush:
Enclosed is the draft schedule for this year's
White House Fellows Reunion in Washington.
It is provided to describe the general thrust
of the 1976 program. As you can see, our
Thursday focus is on Executive Branch, while
Friday is dedicated to a review of The Congress.
The Saturday program is much more diversified.
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We're looking forward to your participation.
Thanks again.
Sincerely
W. JonJohn Thomas Johnson
President
The White House
Fellows Association
mwh
Enclosure
1101 Pacific, Dallas, Texas 75202, (214) 744-6620
From: LIEUTENANT GENERAL SIR DAVID WILLISON, KCB, OBE, MC
DIRECTOR GENERAL OF INTELLIGENCE
SHONKON
MLLTENSE
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Main Building, Whitehall, LONDON, SWIA 2HB
Telephone: (Direct Dialling) OI-218 7841
(Switchboard) OI-218 9000
Our reference:
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DIRECTOR DEFENSE INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
21 MAY 1976
Honorable George Bush
Director of Central Intelligence
Washington, D. C. 20505
Dear Mr. Bush:
Many thanks for your kind note of congratulations. I
too look forward to our continuing close association.
Hopefully, we can both do a lot to get the Intelligence
Community back out of the doldrums and on the road to
serving the nation's best interests.
Most sincerely,
SAMUEL Sam V. WILSON
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My clear George,
Just a note, on the we of our
departure from North America, to thank
you for all the kindness and hospitality
which you and so many others in the
Agency showed no during our recent visit.
From our point of view, the visit
was an unqualified Success - both
professionally and personally.
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Our time here has led to many
new and close contacts in the
British Commonwealth community; it
has been most encouraging
Once again my most sincere thanks
and personal good wishes.
yours truly,
Ted Woodward
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