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The original documents are located in Box 31, folder "Presidential Meetings with Members of The House of Representatives, 4/7/76 - 4/11/76" of the Loen and Leppert Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library. Copyright Notice The copyright law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material. Gerald Ford donated to the United States of America his copyrights in all of his unpublished writings in National Archives collections. Works prepared by U.S. Government employees as part of their official duties are in the public domain. The copyrights to materials written by other individuals or organizations are presumed to remain with them. If you think any of the information displayed in the PDF is subject to a valid copyright claim, please contact the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library. Digitized from Box 31 of the Loen and Leppert Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library 3/29/76 Campaign Meeting on Wednesday, April 7, 1976 5:30 p.m. Blue Room S. W. Gate for Parking ABDNOR, JIM ANDREWS, MARK ARMSTRONG, WILLIAM BROWN, CLARENCE GUYER, TENNYSON - NO called 4/7@3;50 JOHNSON, JIM LATTA, DEL LUJAN, MANUEL McCOLLISTER, JOHN y PRESSLER, LARRY REGULA, RALPH RHODES, JOHN SEBELIUS, KEITH y SHRIVER, GARNER SKUBITZ, JOE SMITH, VIRGINIA * STANTON, BILL TAYLOR, GENE No THONE, CHARLES called 4/7 @ 3:50 M WINN, LARRY before * These Congressmen were invited/so when calling them, tell them they couldn't make it the last time, SO we are inviting them again and hope they can make it this time. FORD & LIBRARY GERALD THE MHILE HONSE 3/29/76 Kathy Campaign Meeting on Wednesday, April 7, 1976 5:30 p.m. Blue Room S. W. Gate for Parking ABDNOR, JIM ANDREWS, MARK ARMSTRONG, WILLIAM * BROWN, CLARENCE * GUYER, TENNYSON JOHNSON, JIM * LATTA, DEL LUJAN, MANUEL McCOLLISTER, JOHN PRESSLER, LARRY * REGULA, RALPH RHODES, JOHN SEBELIUS, KEITH SHRIVER, GARNER SKUBITZ, JOE SMITH, VIRGINIA Kathy * STANTON, BILL YES TAYLOR, GENE THONE, CHARLES WINN, LARRY before * These Congressmen were invited/so when calling them, tell them they couldn't make it the last time, so we are inviting them again and hope they can make it this time. FORD E 078830 LIBRARY 3/29/76 nancy Campaign Meeting on Wednesday, April 7, 1976 5:30 p.m. Blue Room S. W. Gate for Parking ABDNOR, JIM ANDREWS, MARK ARMSTRONG, WILLIAM BROWN, CLARENCE V GUYER, TENNYSON JOHNSON, JIM LATTA, DEL LUJAN, MANUEL - 6316 N McCOLLISTER, JOHN - 4155 From PRESSLER, LARRY - -2801-Eleanow nuncy y *YREGULA, RHODES, RALPH JOHN - 0600 - 3876 Clara mrs. arringlouse (Dame to marym.) SEBELIUS, KEITH - 2715 ann SHRIVER, GARNER - 6216 Cynthia SKUBITZ, JOE SMITH, VIRGINIA K * STANTON, BILL /TAYLOR, GENE THONE, CHARLES WINN, LARRY before * These Congressmen were invited/so when calling them, tell them they couldn't make it the last time, so we are inviting them again and hope they can make it this time. MITORO GRAVIO LIBRARY THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON Charlie: I called Scheduling, and was told that there would be no letter of regret from them. I am attaching a letter for your signature. I called Jack Bresch in deLugo's office and told him of the turn- down. Vera 4/7 FORD is LIBRARY 07V830 THE WHITE HOUSE STATE STATE WASHINGTON Vera 4-6-76 Acheduleng has told that this is tweldown. Aec of Acheduling is sending letter of regue to delugo a w not call de Lugo r po phoned me. If relieduling advise r fallow up with a letter 2 regres from me. Max noted that this was over for a Sunday TIHW Aprils иотриіне that carrect? subjects kell eyersp THE WHITE HOUSE SCHEDULE PROPOSAL DATE: March 31, 1976 WASHINGTON THRU: Max Friedersdorf FROM: Charles Leppert VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: Rep. Ron deLugo (D-V.I.) DATE: April 11, 1976 PURPOSE: Meet with Boy Scout Troop 100 from Germany FORMAT: Rose Garden (weather permitting) or Cabinet Room Five (5) minutes PARTICIPANTS: The President Rep. Ron deLugo (D-V.I.) Mr. Siegfried Torinus (Leader of Boy Scout Troop 100) Boy Scout Troop 100 (20 young people) Charles Leppert (staff) SPEECH MATERIAL: Talking points to be provided PRESS COVERAGE: Announce to press - White House photographer STAFF: Charles Leppert RECOMMEND: Max Friedersdorf BACKGROUND: 1. By letter of March 19, Mr. deLugo requested this meeting for Siegfried Torinus, a former resident of the Virgin Islands who is leading a Boy Scout Troop from Germany to the United States and the Virgin Islands on a Bicentennial visit. 2. Boy Scout Troop 100 will arrive in Washington in the late afternoon of April 10 and will depart for the Virgin Islands on the morning of April 12. They wish to deliver Bicentennial greetings from the German town of Wolfenbuttel. 3. Mr. deLugo, a Delegate for the Virgin Islands, is from St. Croix and in his 2nd term. cc: NSC APPROVE DISAPPROVE March 30, 1976 Dear Ron: Thank you so much for your recent letter is which you enclosed a copy of a letter you received from Siegfried Terinus. Although 1 know that the President's schedule is very heavy. I have forwarded your letter to the Scheduling Office and am hopeful that Mr. Terinus will receive a favorable response for the Boy Scout Treep from Germany. Your personal interest is this matter is approciated. Sincerely, Charles Lepport, Jr. Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs Henerable Rea deLugo House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 best Bill for further action. Sched. proposal bec. Bill nicholson -fyi CL:mb BRALD 888917 R FORD RON DE LUGO 1217 LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 DELEGATE, VIRGIN ISLANDS (202) 225-1790 COMMITTEE ON INTERIOR P.O. Box 65 AND INSULAR AFFAIRS Congress of the United States 7 KING CROSS STREET SUBCOMMITTEES: CHRISTIANSTED, ST. CROIX 976 TERRITORIAL AND INSULAR AFFAIRS (809) 773-5900 NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION house of Representatives 22 CRYSTAL GADE ENVIRONMENT Washington, B.C. 20515 CHARLOTTE AMALIE, ST. THOMAS (809) 774-4408 COMMITTEE ON MERCHANT MARINE AND FISHERIES March 19, 1976 IN REPLY REFER TO: SUBCOMMITTEES: COAST GUARD AND NAVIGATION MAR 23 1976 RDJB031976 IHERIES AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT MERCHANT MARINE Mr. Charles Leppert, Jr. Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs The White House Washington, D.C. Dear Mr. Leppert: y, I am enclosing a copy of a letter from Siegfried ed Torinus, a former resident of St. Thomas, who is lead- L ing a Boy Scout Troop from Germany to the United States and the Virgin Islands on a Bicentennial visit. The group will arrive in Washington on April 10th and leave on April 12th. I am aware that this request n is on very short notice; however, I am hopeful that oup in the spirit of this Bicentennial Year the President to might have an opportunity to meet these young Boy Scouts. & Nothing I am certain would make their trip more enjoyable or memorable. gton Would you kindly reply "to this request directly to 1 in Mr. Torinus, with copy to me, at the following address: the : Mr. Siegfried Torinus Turnerjugend "Oderkauze" BEXALD FORD : U. c/o Mr. Eckhard Torinus id Teichgarten 1 D 334 Wolfenbuttel e West Germany hts. Your kind attention to this request is greatly appreciated. Roddon netor RON deLUGO Member of Congress Enclosure Siegiried Torinus Holzhausemstrasse 75 D 4930 Detmold 04 West Germany February 13, 1976 To the Congress of the United States House of Representatives Mr. Ron delugo V.I. Representative Washington D.C. 20515 D/ear Mr. deLugo: As a St. Thomas resident, living IX at this time in Germany, and a member of the Rotary Club St. Thomas and its sponsored Boy Scouts Troo 100, I like to ask you for assistence for a group of young Germans who are visiting New York and Washington and then St. Thomas, where they where invited from the Boy Scouts Troop 100. A group of this Boy Scouts spent some time with them in Germany last year. I send to you a schedule and program, also one picture from th e Boy Scout-visit in Germany and two pictures of the group who is going to the states in April. I also send a letter to the Rotary Club Washington D.C. 541 Hotel Washington, 15th & Pennsylvania Ave. N.W. The group (20 young people & adults) will arrive in Washington o-n Saturday April 10, 5:45 P.M. (at the Airport). They will stay untill Monday morning (April 12) and will leave for San Juan P.R. at 9:10 A.M. They want to deliver greetings from the Turnerjugend Wolfenbuttel and Town of Wolfenbutt el for the 200 years celebration. They like to sing and do some folks- dancing. The dream they have is to see the President of the U. S., if it is possible. Please, can you arrange something and lead them in Washington. If you want to contact the Washington Rotary Club and may be the Boy Sco uts to find a place for lodging for the two nights. They do not need comfort and everyone has a sleeping bag. I als 0 send a letter to Mr. Tom Murphy, director of the Organisation "Meet the Americans", Hotel Comodore, Park Ave. at 42nd Stree- t, New York, N.Y. 10017. Its President Mr. Davi d C. Croy promised to arrange private quarters in Washingtor for groups comming from Europa. The second picture I send to you, if you want to use it for publication. If you give it to a newspaper, please save a coppy for our records. My brother Eckhard Torinus (in the picture first from left), who knw St. Thomas, is the leader of the group. I will be in St. Thomas a week earlier. Hope to hear from you soon and thank you very much Sincerely April 7, 1976 Dear Rons This is in further response to your request for s meeting with the President and Boy Scout Treop 100 on April 11, 1976. I regret to Inform you that due to the President's heavy schedule, It will not be possible for him to meet with this group at that time. With kind personal regards, I am Sincerely yours, Charles Leppart, Jr. Deputy Assistant to the President Honorable Ron deLage House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 CL:vh bcc: Bill Nicholson FYI bcc: Max Friedersdorf FYI FORD SERALD THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 7, 1976 MEETING WITH REPRESENTATIVE CARLOS J. MOORHEAD (R-CA) AND MISS WORLD TRADE Thursday, April 8, 1976 11:46-11:51 a.m. (5 minutes) The Oval Office From: Max L. Friedersdorf wb I. PURPOSE Opportunity for Congressman Moorhead to introduce Betty Lauerman, Miss World Trade, and Richard Shostak, Chairman of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce World Trade Committee. II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background: 1. Congressman Chuck Wiggins personally requested the opportunity to bring Miss Lauerman and Mr. Shostak in to meet the President. Due to a schedule conflict, Mr. Wiggins has asked Mr. Moorhead to attend in his stead 2. The President has signed a proclamation designating the week of May 16 as "World Trade Week," and the Press Office will announce it in conjunction with this meeting 3. The official uniform of the World Trade Committee for the bicentennial year is a red jacket with red, white and blue trousers. Mr. Shostak will present the President with one of these outfits. B. Participants: See TAB A C. Press Plan: Announce to the Press, Press and White House photographs. III. TALKING POINTS 1. Carlos, I am delighted that you brought Betty Lauerman, Miss World Trade, and Mr. Shostak in to see me. 2. I have proclaimed the week of May 16 as "World Trade Week" and in conjunction with your visit, the Press Office is announcing the proclamation today. 3. Mr. Shostak, I thank you and your organization for this outfit which I understand is being worn by your members this year in observance of the bicentennial. PARTICIPANTS The President Rep. Carlos Moorhead Miss Betty Lauerman Mr. Richard Shostak Pat Rowland (staff) THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 7, 1976 MEETING WITH REPRESENTATIVE RON PAUL (R. - Texas) Wednesday, April 7, 1976 1:50 p.m. (10 minutes) The Oval Office Via: Max Friedersdorf Thru: Charles Leppert, Jr. From: Tom Loeffler I. PURPOSE To meet and visit with Congressman Ron Paul II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN Background 1. Dr. Ron Paul was born August 20, 1935 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 1957 he received his BA Degree from Gettysburg College and in 1961 he received his MD Degree from Duke University Medical Center. He performed his internship and residency training at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He received specialty training in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 2. Dr. Paul and the former Carol Wells were married February 1, 1957 and have five children, Ronnie - 17; Laurie - 16; Randal -13; Robert - 10; and Joy Lynette - 4. He currently resides at Lake Jackson, Texas. Locally Dr. Paul has been very active in community affairs. - 2 - 3. Dr. Paul ran for Congress in 1974 and received 28.4% of the vote against the incumbent Congressman, Bob Casey. 4. In a special election following Congressman Casey's confirmation to the Federal Maritime Commission, Dr. Paul and Bob Gammage (a liberal state senator) were pitted in a runoff. The runoff election was held last Saturday, April 3, and Dr. Paul won by approximately 55%. 5. He becomes the first Republican to represent the 22nd Congressional District since its origin in 1958 and the first Republican to represent that part of Texas in modern history. 6. Politically Paul is very conservative and supports the candidacy of Governor Reagan. 7. Dr. Paul is scheduled to be sworn in and assume his official responsibility as a Member of the United States House of Representatives shortly after noon today. Participants: The President Rep. Ron Paul Max Friedersdorf (staff) Tom Loeffler (staff) Press Plan Announce to press White House photographer III. TALKING POINTS 1. Congressman Paul, I want to welcome you to Congress and let you know that I enthusiastically look forward to working with you in your new responsibility as a Member of the United States House of Representatives. - 3 - 2. Further, I congratulate you for being the first Republican to represent the 22nd Congressional District since its origin in 1958, and the first Republican to represent that part of Texas in modern history. 3. Your election adds another Republican to the Texas delegation in Congress. I join with Senator Tower, Congressman Bill Archer, Congressman Jim Collins, and Congressman Alan Steelman in welcoming you to Washington. THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 5, 1976 MEMORANDUM FOR: MAX FRIEDERSDORF THROUGH: CHARLES LEPPERT, JR. FROM: ToM LOEFFLER T.C. SUBJECT: Congressman-Elect Ron Paul / Dr. Ron Paul was born August 20, 1935 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Greentree Elementary School, Dormont High School Gettysburg College with a BA Degree in 1957 and Duke University Medical Center with an MD Degree in 1961 He performed his internship and residency training at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan and his specialty training in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He completed the primary course in aerospace medicine and was a flight surgeon in the United States Air Force and later a member of the Air National Guard. ? Dr. Paul and the former Carol Wells were married February 1, 1957 and have five children, Ronnie - 17; Laurie - 16; Randal - at Robert - 10: and Joy Lynette 4. T currently reside a 101 Lake Jackson. Texas 17500. Their home telephone number is AC 713 297-3102. very Locally Dr. Paul has been active in community affairs, being Immediate Past President of the Lake Jackson Kiwanis and the Current President of the Brazoria County Unit of the American Cancer Society. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Community Hospital and a member of the Brazoria Medical RALD FORD Society. He is a member of the Congressional Action Committee of the Brazosport Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Drug Abuse Committee for the Brazosport Independent School District and on the Steering Committee for the Community Conference on Technical Vocational Education. He is Past President of the Lake Jackson Aquatics Club and a fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. - 2 - 3 Dr. Paul ran for Congress in 1974 and received 28. 4% of the vote against the incumbent Congressman, Bob Casey. In a bacial lection following the Casey re signation Dr. Paul and Bob Gammage (a liberal state senator) were pitted in a runoff. The runoff election was held last Saturday, April 3, and Dr. Paul won by approximately 55% He becomes the first Republican to represent the 22nd Congressional District since its origin in 1958 and the first Republican to represent that part of Texas in modern history. 7 is scheduled to be finally sworn In and shortly assume after noon his on official as respon. of Dr. Paul today a m Wednesday, April 7. the U.S. Hot Politically Paul is very conservative and supports the candidacy of Governor Reagan. However, both Senator Tower and R. Congressman Bill Archer believe a Presidential telephone call of congratulations would be of benefit to the President. LIBRATA GERALD FORD THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 7, 1976 MEETING WITH REP. TOM RAILSBACK (R-ILLINOIS) Thursday, April 8, 1976 11:38 a. m. (3 minutes) The Oval Office Via: Max Friedersdorf From: Charles Leppert, Jr. I. PURPOSE Opportunity for Rep. Railsback to present to the President a United States flag crocheted by a constituent. II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background: 1. Rep. Railsback received this crocheted American flag from Mrs. Mayme Youngmeyer, an elderly constituent, with the request that he present it to the President in her behalf. 2. Mrs. Youngmeyer, who will not be present, enclosed the following message for the President: "Handmade especially for Gerald R. Ford, President of the United States in our Bicentennial Year of 1976, this afghan of Old Glory was crocheted with 34, 649 stitches. " 3. Rep. Railsback would like to present this flag to the President with appropriate picture for Mrs. Youngmeyer. B. Participants: The President Rep. Tom Railsback (R-Ill.) Charles Leppert, Jr. (staff) C. Press Plan: Announce to press as part of Congressional Hour. White House photographer. -2- III. TALKING POINTS 1. Tom, thank you so much for bringing me this fine afghan. 2. It's obvious that Mrs. Youngmeyer spent a great deal of time making this flag and I'm happy to accept it as a Bicentennial gift on behalf of my fellow citizens. 3. Please express my gratitude to Mrs. Youngmeyer. MEMORANDUM OF CALL TO: Kathy YOU WERE CALLED BY-- YOU WERE VISITED BY- murfy OF (Organization) Cong. Railsback PHONE NO. PLEASE CALL CODE/EXT. WILL CALL AGAIN IS WAITING TO SEE YOU RETURNED YOUR CALL WISHES AN APPOINTMENT MESSAGE yes on Congressional How Will get back to you with further details it. FORD GERALD RECEIVED BY DATE 4/2 TIME nd 4:45 STANDARD FORM 63 GPO : 1960-c48-16-30341-1 832-389 63-108 REVISED AUGUST 1967 GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 CONGRESSIONAL HOUR - 11-12 noon, Thursday, April 8 - NorthEast Gate 11:00-11:05 a.m. MC Mahon, etal TL Vera 11:05-11:10 a.m. Senator Hathaway, etal 11:10-11:15 a.m. MC Ouie, et al CC Vara 11:15-11:20 a.m. Senator Weicker, etal 11:20-11:25 a.m. MC_tederberg WH 11:25-11:30 a.m. Senator Griffin, etal 11:30-11:35 a.m. MC Armstrong, etal FL Nancy 11:35-11:38 a.m. Senator McClure 11:38-11:41 a.m. MC Railsback al Kathy 11:41-11:46 a.m. Senator Javits, etal 11:46-11:51 a.m. MC Wiggins, etal NOT YET APPROVED Per Nancy Kennedy on 4/1/76 -- they are ar) pri the handling Wiggins kar ! + } ) GRF (UB,, ) Becont s U 1976 this afstan U Slary was crocheted G 34, 649 stitches Carthage Ill elderly lady LISEASE GERALD ? FORD THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON MEMORANDUM FOR: BILL KENDALL CHARLIE LEPPERT FROM: MAX FRIEDERSDORF m.b. M. SUBJECT: Congressional Hour - - April 8 The Congressional Hour has been approved for 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 8th. Attached is the schedule. Please be certain to obtain full name, current address, date and place of birth, and social security number on all people accompanying the Members. Do not accept any additional people than those already approved. We will need the security information no later than next Monday. CC: March ToM RAILSBACK ROOM 2431 19TH DISTRICT, ILLINOIS RAYBURN HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 COUNTIES: AREA: 202-225-5905 CARROLL MC DONOUGH FULTON MERCER Congress of the United States ROOM 228 HANCOCK ROCK ISLAND FEDERAL BUILDING HENDERSON WARREN HENRY WHITESIDE house of Representatives 211-19TH STREET ADAMS (LIMA, MENDON AND URSA TWPS. ONLY) Rock ISLAND, ILLINOIS 61201 BUREAU (FAIRFIELD, GOLD, GREENVILLE AND AREA: 309-794-1681 MANLIUS TWPS. ONLY) Washington, D.C. 20515 LEE (EAST GROVE, HAMILTON, HARMON, MARION NELSON, PALMYRA, AND SOUTH DIXON TWPS- ONLY) JUDICIARY COMMITTEE January 19, 1976 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA N 1976 COMMITTEE Mr. Max Friedersdorf Assistant to the President The White House Washington DC Dear Max: Thank you for your letter of January 14, 1976 regarding my request for an opportunity to present to the President the United States flag crocheted by Mrs. Mayme Youngmeyer. I certainly appreciate your efforts in my behalf and am looking forward to the presentation. Mrs. Youngmeyer has sent the flag to my office, and I cannot express to you enough what a fine work of art it is. I am greatly looking forward to the presentation. Thank you again. Your Sincerely, Roulebard TOM RAILSBACK Member of Congress TFR/rae LIQUARY BERRLD FORD THIS STATIONERY PRINTED ON PAPER MADE WITH RECYCLED FIBERS January 14, 1976 Dear Tom: Thank you for your January 6 letter in further reference to your request for an opportunity to present to the President the United States flag crocheted by Mrs. Mayme Youngmeyer. I want to assure you that I shall make every effort to work out a time for you to make this presentation. I cannot be too encourag- ing about the month of January because of the President's heavy schedule. However, I have asked that it be given consideration for scheduling as soon as possible. With kindest regards, Sincerely, Max L. Friedersdorf Assistant to the President The Nonorable Tom Railsback House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 bee: w/incoming to Bill Nicholson for further action w/incoming to Nancy Kennedy for pending with previous request of Nov. 20 responded to Nov. 26. MLF:JEB:V0:rs GEREID FORD LIBRARY ToM RAILSBACK ROOM 2431 19TH DISTRICT, ILLINOIS RAYBURN HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 AREA: 202-225-5905 COUNTIES: CARROLL MC DONOUGH FULTON MERCER Congress of the United States ROOM 228 HANCOCK ROCK ISLAND FEDERAL BUILDING HENDERSON WARREN HENRY WHITESIDE house of Representatives 211-19TH STREET ADAMS (LIMA, MENDON AND URSA TWPS. ONLY) Rock ISLAND, ILLINOIS 61201 BUREAU (FAIRFIELD, GOLD. GREENVILLE AND AREA: 309-794-1681 MANLIUS TWPS. ONLY) Washington, D.C. 20515 LEE (EAST GROVE, HAMILTON, HARMON, MARION. NELSON, PALMYRA, AND SOUTH DIXON TWPS. ONLY) JUDICIARY COMMITTEE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA January 6, 1976 COMMITTEE Mr. Max Friedersdorf Assistant to the President The White House Washington DC Dear Mr. Friedersdorf: May Further to my letter of November 20, 1976, regarding a United States flag hand-crocheted by Mrs. Mayme Youngmeyer of Carthage, Illinois, I am pleased to enclose a photograph of this flag. As you are aware, I would like very much to present this flag to the President from Mrs. Youngmeyer and to have a photograph taken of the President with the flag at that time. I am grateful for your acknowledgment of November 26, 1975; and am hopeful that favorable consideration will be given this request. Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely, Zom Konlebart TOM RAILSBACK Member of Congress TFR/rae enc. LIBRARY GERALD FORD THIS STATIONERY PRINTED ON PAPER MADE WITH RECYCLED FIBERS MAR 29 1976 THE WHITE HOUSE washington Date: 3/29/76 TO: LEPPERT FROM: Max L. Friedersdorf For Your Information x Please Handle Please See Me Comments, Please Other Vallin This pleased Now behild LIGHTS GERALD for ? FROM Emperient apr.8. 8. THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON March 29, 1976 MEMORANDUM FOR: BILL NICHOLSON FROM: MAX FRIEDERSDORF M.G. SUBJECT: Proposed Congressional Hour Bill, attached is my revised list of possible Congressional Hour participants for April 8th. PROPOSED CONGRESSIONAL HOUR, APRIL 8, 1976 1. SENATOR WILLIAM HATHAWAY - to introduce Mrs. Faris Corey of Caribou, Maine, who will present a crocheted rendition of the painting, "The Signing of the Declaration of Independence." APPROVE DISAPPROVE 2. SENATOR LOWELL WEICKER - to introduce Messrs. Leonard Bucher, Jack Elmgren and Richard Johnson, members of the Widow's Son Lodge #66 of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons who will present a numbered silver and bronze coin set honoring the organization's 150th anniversary. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 3. SENATOR BOB GRIFFIN - to introduce Miss Deaf America, Pam Young, her interpreter and escort. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 4. SENATOR JIM MCCLURE - to present a bicentennial "birthday card" made by the grade school children from Greenacre School in Pocatello, Idaho. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 5. SENATOR JACK JAVITS - to introduce Mr. Sayre Ross who will prese a copy of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution which he has re-created in authentic detail. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 6. REPRESENTATIVE AL QUIE - to introduce Mr. and Mrs. Joe Baasch who will present a steel sculpture as a Bicentennial gift to the Nation. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 7. REPRESENTATIVE GEORGE MAHON - to introduce Mr. and Mrs. Andy Jeudeman, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Heron and daughter, who will present for viewing only, a portrait of the President which will hang in the Odessa Presidential Museum. Mrs. Mahon will also attend. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 8. REPRESENTATIVE AL CEDERBERG - to introduce 8 members of the Michigan High School Coaches Association who will present an honorary membership into the MHSCA Hall of Fame. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 9. REPRESENTATIVE BILL ARMSTRONG - to introduce Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sellers of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association, who will 9. (Cont'd) present an original bronze sculpture, "The Minutemen. " APPROVE DISAPPROVE 10. REPRESENTATIVE TOM RAILSBACK - to present a United States Flag hand crocheted by a constituent, Mrs. Mayme Youngmeyer. APPROVE DISAPPROVE 11. *REPRESENTATIVE CHUCK WIGGINS - to introduce Mr. Albert Martin, president of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, and Miss Betty Lauerman, "Miss World Trade." APPROVE DISAPPROVE **This is the only request not previously approved by the President. FORM 23 1-72) EXECUTIVE PROTECTIVE SERVICE To: Officer-in-charge Appointments Center Room 060, OEOB Please admit the following appointments on Thursday, April 8 5:30 ,1976 for Max Friedersdorf of Office of Legislative Affairs (Name of person to be visited) (Agency) Rep. Ske mike Andrews NO Rep. Gary Brown NO Rep. John Buchanan Rep. Bill Chappell, Jr. Rep. John Duncan GEBALD FORD MEETING LOCATION Requested by Kathy Reid Building White House Mess Room No. 112EW Telephone 2140 Room No. Date of request 4/8/76 Additions and/or changes made by telephone should be limited to three (3) names or less. Please submit new list (original and three copies) for additions and/or changes of more than three (3) names. APPOINTMENTS CENTER: SIG/OEOB - 395-6046 or WHITE HOUSE - - 456-6742 4/8/76 C & M AND sos LIST OF THOSE NOT YET INVITED NOKINDNESS NOTREEN (giving neception for daughter tonight) NOBROYHILL NoEDWARDS, JACK VFRENZEL OREGULA (attended the other night but only ate -- left before briefing) RHODES WIGGINS KNOWNESS RAILSBACK plus those on yellow sheet FORD A LIBRARY Tuesday 25. Devine burdlay Freshman Smite fold in withothe SOS Chowder T Marching Wednesday Group NO Murtha - Hamilton Both to House NO Adams NO No.Addabbo NO Albert V NO Asbbrook NO Brooks NO Brown, Bud YES Brown Garry YES Bachanan NO Barleron, Bill NO Butler Calcull YES Chappell NO Cochran , N NO Coulan NO Coughlin NO Devwinki 225-5435 YES Duncum John Sara 225-4165 NO du Pout Mary NO 225-3515 NO Evlenlom Geenda NO 4401 NO Esch Mrs. Craig (wants to he insured again) 4761 Evans Frank Sue 5271 Findley Bark 5546 No Yatron Betty Cmg James Haley miss marrs NO I James Hanley - Mis . 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Briefing - Soviet 4/8/76 military Cababilities C & M AND SOS LIST OF THOSE NOT YET INVITED NO-KINDNESS 6205 - nancy Scott - (giving Reception for daughter Cherry Blessom Princess NOTREEN - 4031 - mary Helen NO- BROYHILL- COCHRAN 5865 2576 - Deriswaglow Lynn duplicate N.D No EDWARDS, JACK-4931 4931 - Charlotte NOFRENZEL-2 2871- - Pat Eveland .No RHODES- -0600 - leaving for out. of town No REGULA (attended the other night but only ate -- left before briefing) -3876-Peggy WIGGINS - 4/11-Leslie KNWXWESS RAILSBACK-5905 5905 Raelene plus those on yellow sheet NO J. ambro- 3865 - marreed Christine - Charlotte NO- cliff allen 4311 - Judy yes No- lenn anderson- andrews andrews - 6661-Sharojn - 6676- 2611- 1784- Dorothy cath Harrison F. mark annurio- - 4422 Thomas askley Babilla 4361 Qu Coin 0855 FORD LIBRARY 07VN38 25. 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(N.Y.) 2461 C = Briefing given on the Hill 75 WH Briefing given at the white House April 8, 1976 Dear Carlos: Enclosed are the pictures taken today during your meeting with the President. I am pleased to send them to you with the best wishes of the President. With kind personal regards, I am Sincerely yours, Patrick Rowland Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs Honorable Carlos J. Moorhead House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 PR:vh enclosures (2) 8AP76A9159-04 (6) 8AP76A9159-06 (5) 8AP76A9159-10 GERALD R. FORD April 9. 1976 Dear Carlos: Enclosed is a ceremonial copy of the Presidential Proclamation for World Trade Week, 1976, which X am sending to your office for Miss Betty Lauerman, Miss World Trade. This comes to her with the best wishes of the President. With kind personal regards, I am Sincerely yours, Patrick Rowland Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs Honorable Carlos J. Moorhead House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 PR:vh Enclosure re: Congressional Hour - April 8 - Miss World Trade (pictures sent April 8, 19761 ASTORIT OF THE UNITED PRE THE NO HS- THE World Trade Week, 1976 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation When our Nation's founders met two hundred years ago in Philadelphia to declare our independence, they categorized in unambiguous terms the reasons that compelled them to embark upon such a momentous and irrevocable course. "Cutting off our Trade with all Parts of the World" was high on the list of grievances. The patriots who declared independence in 1776 set the United States on the path to leadership in the interdependent world of 1976. Their action enabled us, over a period of two centuries, to construct a firm foundation of commercial alliances with nations around the globe. Last year our two-way trade with other nations amounted to $204 billion, with a record trade surplus of more than $11 billion. America's performance in the world marketplace is a true measure of the quality of American products, the extent of American ingenuity, and the dedication of American labor and industry to international commerce. Trade has been indispensable to our economic growth, to the greater well-being of our citizens, and to peaceful progress in our relationships abroad. It remains indispensable as we look to the new horizons of our third century. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GERALD R. FORD, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning May 16, 1976, as World Trade Week. I call upon all Americans to join with business, labor, agricultural, educational, professional and civic groups, and public officials at all levels of Government, in observ- ing World Trade Week with appropriate activities and ceremonies. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred seventy-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundredth. Gerall R. Ford SERALD FORD LIBRARY THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 7, 1976 MEETING WITH REPRESENTATIVE CARLOS J. MOORHEAD (R-CA) AND MISS WORLD TRADE Thursday, April 8, 1976 11:46-11:51 a.m. (5 minutes) The Oval Office From: Max L. Friedersdorf mb I. PURPOSE Opportunity for Congressman Moorhead to introduce Betty Lauerman, Miss World Trade, and Richard Shostak, Chairman of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce World Trade Committee. II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background: 1. Congressman Chuck Wiggins personally requested the opportunity to bring Miss Lauerman and Mr. Shostak in to meet the President. Due to a schedule conflict, Mr. Wiggins has asked Mr. Moorhead to attend in his stead 2. The President has signed a proclamation designating the week of May 16 as "World Trade Week," and the Press Office will announce it in conjunction with this meeting. 3. The official uniform of the World Trade Committee for the bicentennial year is a red jacket with red, white and blue trousers. Mr. Shostak will present the President with one of these outfits. B. Participants: See TAB A C. Press Plan: Announce to the Press, Press and White House photographs. III. TALKING POINTS 1. Carlos, I am delighted that you brought Betty Lauerman, Miss World Trade, and Mr. Shostak in to see me. 2. I have proclaimed the week of May 16 as "World Trade Week" and in conjunction with your visit, the Press Office is announcing the proclamation today. 3. Mr. Shostak, I thank you and your organization for this outfit which I understand is being worn by your members this year in observance of the bicentennial. PARTICIPANTS The President Rep. Carlos Moorhead Miss Betty Lauerman Mr. Richard Shostak Pat Rowland (staff) April 8, 1976 CONGRESSIONAL HOUR 11:00-11:05 a.m. Representative George H. Mahon (5 minutes) (Thomas G. Loeffler) 11:05-11:10 a.m. Senator William D. Hathaway (5 minutes) (Joseph C. Jenckes V) 11:10-11:15 a.m. Representative Albert H. Quie (5 minutes) (Charles Leppert, Jr.) 11:15-11:20 a.m. Senator Lowell P. Weicker , Jr. (5 minutes) (William T. Kendall) 11:20-11:25 a.m. Senator Claiborne Pell (5 minutes) (Joseph C. Jenckes V) 11:25-11:30 a.m. Senator Robert P. Griffin (5 minutes) (William T. Kendall) 11:30-11:35 a.m. (5 minutes) Representative William L. Armstrong (Thomas G. Loeffler) 11:38-11:41 a.m. Representative Tom Railsback (3 minutes) (Charles Leppert, Jr.) 11:41-11:46 a.m. Senator Jacob K. Javits (5 minutes) (William T. Kendall) 11:46-11:51 a.m. Representative Carlos J. Moorhead (5 minutes) (J. Patrick Rowland) THE WHITE HOUSE SCHEDULE PROPOSAL WASHINGTON DATE: December 16, 1975 FROM: Tom Loeffler THRU: Max Friedersdorf Vern Loen n VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: Hon. James Martin (R. -N.C.) DATE: Next Congressional Hour PURPOSE: Opportunity for Congressman Martin to present to the President the initial copy of Mecklenburg A Bicentennial Story Book FORMAT: The Oval Office - 5 minutes PARTICIPANTS: The President Rep. James Martin Tom Loeffler (staff) CABINET PARTICIPATION: None SPEECH MATERIAL: Talking points will be provided PRESS COVERAGE: Announce to press White House photographer only STAFF: Tom Loeffler RECOMMEND: Max Friedersdorf OPPOSED: None PREVIOUS PARTICIPATION: None BACKGROUND: 1. This book is the first copy of 100 books printed in recognition of the Mecklenburg, North Carolina Declaration of Independence. This book has been autographed by the President, Governor Holhouser, Senator Helms, and Congressman Martin. - 2 - 2. The book sets forth the 200 year history of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. 3. The remaining books will be sold by the Mecklenburg Republican Party to raise money for GOP election efforts. APPROVE DISAPPROVE Taken care of in north Carolina on march 20. ASTREIT GERALD GERALD R FORD WITHDRAWAL SHEET (PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARIES) FORM OF CORRESPONDENTS OR TITLE DATE RESTRICTION DOCUMENT List Class list of students presenting Bicentennial quilt to the President (2 4/9/1976 C pages) File Location: Loen and Leppert Files, Box 31, Presidential Meetings with House Members, 4/7-11/76 / TMH / 08/18/2015 RESTRICTION CODES (A) Closed by applicable Executive order governing access to national security information. (B) Closed by statute or by the agency which originated the document. (C) Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in the donor's deed of gift. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION NA FORM 1429 (1-98) THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 9, 1976 MEETING WITH REP. DELBERT L. LATTA (R. -OHIO) AND 63 EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS FROM THE GLANDORF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF OTTAWA, OHIO Monday, April 12, 1976 12:00 p.m. (5 minutes) The Rose Garden Via: Max Friedersdorf Thru: Charles Leppert, Jr. From: Tom Loeffler I. PURPOSE An opportunity for the students to make a presentation to the President of a Bicentennial quilt. II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background 1. These students and their instructor wish to present a quilt they have made with a Bicentennial theme as a special gift to the President and the nation. 2. This event has received quite a bit of local publicity in Ohio, mainly because the students have raised five to six thousand dollars to finance their trip. 3. Rep. Latta had strongly urged that the President receive this gift in person. B. Participants: The President Rep. Delbert L. Latta List of students and chaperones attached Milt Mitler (staff) Tom Loeffler (staff) - 2 - C. Press Plan Announce to Press - open press coverage White House photographer III. TALKING POINTS 1. Congressman, Latta, it is my pleasure to personally accept in behalf of the nation, this outstanding quilt depicting the Bicentennial theme. To you, the faculty and, particularly the eighth grade students from the Glandorf Elementary School of Ottawa, Ohio, I commend you for having made such a high quality gift. 2. This quilt, along with all Bicentennial gifts to the nation, will be on public display in the Great Hall of the Commerce Building while we celebrate this country's 200th birthday. 3. It was my pleasure to serve in Congress with your Congressman Del Latta. He is a true statesman, a great leader, and my friend. PARTICIPANTS Mr. Howard Curth - Superintendent of Ottawa-Glandorf Schools Mr. Gary Sparks - Principal of Glandorf Elementary School Mr. Ken Heath - Teacher Mr. Mike Ruhe - Teacher Carol Johnson - Teacher Annette Jerwers - Teacher Donna Maag - Teacher Students Cathy Birkemeyer Clarine Maag Kris Bockrath Dennis Maas Jim Bockrath Shelly Meyer Shirley Borgelt Bob Meyerhoffer Judy Brinkman Margaret Moreno Debra Buddelmeyer Chris Nienberg Lisa Deters Ken Palte Rose Ann Dickman Debra Pothast Jeff Dirmeyer Elisa Quinn Margaret Duling Daniel Recker Jerry Ellerbrock Mark Recker Michael Ellerbrock Jane Rosengarten Sharon Ellerbrock Ken Schnipke Todd Emmons Brad Schroeder Joyce Fuerst Dorothy Schroeder Phil Gerding Beth Schroeder Melvin Heuerman Mary Beth Schroeder Pam Honigfort Michael Schroeder Bryan Hovest Julie Schroeder Doug Hoyt Steve Schroeder Alan Inkrott Doug Siefker JoAnn Karl Carla Siefker Phil Kaufman Dean Siefker Steve Kaufman Joan Sieveneck Karen Kindle Keith Vennekotter Brenda Kleman Clyde Verhoff Alan Koch Rod Warnimont Theresa Korte Tom Weber Jean Maag Keith Wolke Ruth Ann Maag Lori Wolke Robin Maag Sherry Zynda Sarah Brinkman THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 8, 1976 MEMORANDUM FOR: JANE DANNENHAUER DICK KEISER THROUGH: CHARLES LEPPERT, JR. CLg. FROM: TOM LOEFFLER T.C. SUBJECT: Participants from the Glandorf Elementary School Presidential meeting on Monday, April 12, 1976 On Monday, April 12, at 12:00 p.m., the President will be greeting Congressman Delbert Latta and 60 8th grade students from the Glandorf Elementary School in the Rose Garden. Enclosed is the list of participants in this event with their birth dates, birth places, current addresses, and Social Security numbers. attach. cc: Appointments Center Charlie Tom Pat Send copy to Sandy Drake Vera Nancy of briefing paper Kathy We have two Schedule Proposal approvals: Rep. Del Latta and 60 eighth grade students from the Glandorf Elementary School at Ottowa, Ohio. APPROVED for MONDAY, APRIL 12 12:00 noon for 5 minutes in Rose Garden 63 students CL will notify Rep. Latta M adults TL will do briefing paper 170- Kay Burchell House Republican Whip Organization 2309 RWOB Joyce Sams APPROVED for TUESDAY, APRIL 13 8:00 a.m. for 30 minutes in the Cabinet Room CL notified Rep. Michel and Ralph Vinovich CL will do briefing paper Supt. Principal 5 teachere 118917 GERALD FORD SCHEDULE PROPOSAL THE WHITE HOUSE DATE: March 9, 1976 THRU: Max Friedersdorf WASHINGTON Vern Loen VL FROM: Tom Loeffler T.L. VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: Bicentennial gift presentation by Rep. Delbert L. Latta (R-Ohio) and 60 eighth grade students from the Glandorf Elementary School at Ottowa, Ohio. DATE: Weeks of April 5 or April 12 (prior to Easter recess of Congress beginning April 15). PURPOSE: Rep. Latta, a strong supporter of the President and ranking Republican on the Budget Committee, has urgently requested the President receive this gift in person. FORMAT: Rose Garden (or White House Theater) 5 Minutes PARTICIPANTS: The President Rep. Delbert L. Latta (R-Ohio) Mr. Ken Heath (Teacher) Sixty (60) students from Glandorf Elementary School Milt Mitler (Bicentennial Office) Tom Loeffler (Staff) SPEECH MATERIAL: Talking points to be provided PRESS COVERAGE: Announce to Press - open press coverage - White House photographer STAFF: Tom Loeffler RECOMMEND: Max L. Friedersdorf PREVIOUS PARTICIPATION: The President is well acquainted with Mr. Latta. -2- BACKGROUND: 1. These students and their instructor wish to present a quilt they have made with a Bicentennial theme as a special gift to the President and the nation. 2. Mr. Latta is very insistent that the presentation be made personally to the President because of local publicity which already has appeared about the event and because the students have raised five to six thousand dollars to finance their trip. 3. Perhaps this could be scheduled during a Congressional Hour if one occurs during the above time frame. APPROVE DISAPPROVE cc: Milt Mitler Copy LATTA, DELBERT L BIC GIFTS (Offered) December 29, 1975 Dear Mr. Latta: Max Friedersdorf forwarded your letter concerning the Ottawa Glandorf School's desire to present a Bicentennial quilt to the President. As Max pointed out, we have been receiving a large number of requests for Bicentennial gift presentations. Unfortunately, it would be impossible for the President to accept each one and so a policy has been developed for acceptance of such gifts by a member of the President's staff at an appropriate White House ceremony. Our plans are to display the gifts, which are accepted on behalf of the nation, in the Great Hall of the Commerce Building during 1976. If your constituent would like to have me arrange a presentation, I would be more than pleased to at a convenient time and day. Mr V. Heath can reach me at (202) 456-2800. Ken) Your interest is greatly appreciated. J Sincerely, Milton E. Mitler Deputy Special Assistant The Honorable Delbert L. Latta House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 ED MEM/sjd Di 1 1975 2cc: Sandy Drake w/c incoming CENTRAL FILES CC: Max Friedersdorf--FYI 6 ANVURITY December 20, 1975 Dear Del: Many thanks for your December 8 latter concerning the desire of Mr. Ken Heath's junior high school history class to present a Bicentennial quilt to the President in early 1976. Because of the great number of offers from citizens through the country to make special Bicentennial presentations, special procedures have been established for acceptance of such gifts. I will be pleased to contact the White House Bi- centennial Office and ask that you be advised of the appropriate steps to be taken to arrange for this presentation. With kindest regards, Sincerely, Max L. Friedersdorf Assistant to the President The Honorable Delbert L. x Latta House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 bcc: w/incoming to Milt Mitler for DIRECT RERLY MLF:JEB:VO:jlc 9 SERVED FORD LIBRANO DELBERT LATTA COMMITTEES: 5TH DISTRICT, OHIO RULES BUDGET Congress of the United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 December 8, 1975 DEC 10 1975 Honorable Max Freidersdorf Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Most Mr. sdorf: Attached you will find a letter from Mr. Ken Heath, a Junior High School history teacher from Ottawa, Ohio, who would very much like to have his students present to President Ford a Bicentennial Quilt. They have specifically asked for the appointment for be made, if at all possible, in January. I would appreciate very much if you would look into this possibility. I will look forward to a reply from you so that I might respond to my constituent. With kindest regards, I remain On Sincerely yours, DELBERT L. LATTA Representative to Congress DLL:jes Enclosure P.S. GERALD FORD max - I think This quit would be R nice when addition to the Ford Library and OZ. if JOY pue, 40 200 PIAL P4 11a) lab è jec con w. 'o rt re & ..O RECEIVED Ottawa= = Glandorf Schools NOV 80 19/5 HOWARD 1. CURTH, SUPERINTENDENT DEPARTMENT 0772 630 GLENDALE AVE. TELEPHONE 523-5261 OTTAWA. OHIO 45875 JOSEPH PAULCHELL. PRINCIPAL MARVIN RUSSEL. PRINCIPAL OTTAWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OTTAWA GLANDORF HIGH SCHOOL 751 EAST FOURTH STREET 630 GLENDALE AVE OTTAWA, OHIO OTTAWA. OHIO PHONE 523-4290 PHONE 523-5702 GARY J. SPARKS. PRINCIPAL CARL D. FRICK CLERK GLANDORF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 630 GLENDALE AVE. GLANDORF. OHIO OTTAWA, OHIO PHONE 538-6880 PHONE 523-5261 November 18, 1975 Glandorf Elementary School Glandorf, Ohio 45848 Congressman Delbert Latta 2309 New House Building Washington, D. C. Dear Congressman Latta, As the Junior High history teacher in the Glandorf Elementary School, I am very interested in projects this year with a Bi-Centennial theme. One of our projects has been completed and, thanks to you and many of our politi- cal leaders, it was very successful. Our Junior High citizens now have a deeper know- ledge of their responsibilities to our country and each other. I talked with Mrs. Kiene today and she told me that she was able to speak with you this past week-end concerning the Bi-Centennial quilt our class is making. Our class is excited with your interest in our project. They are thrilled with the possibility of presenting it to the President. Mrs. Kiene mentioned that you would like to have the project ready to present some- time in January. Originally, we had planned to make it a year-long project; but. that was before we considered the President's busy schedule due to the upcoming primaries. We would appreciate as much time in January as possible; but of course, any time that is best for President Ford and you will certainly be all right with us. We appreciate the privilege of participating in such a memorable experience. I am sure that this is one history lesson that will never be forgotten by our students. Thank you for making this opportunity possible. We are eagerly awaiting your re- ply. Sincerely, R.FORD LIBRARY Kev Heart Ken Heath KH:ral FORM 23 L72) EXECUTIVE PROTECTIVE SERVICE To: Officer-in-charge Appointments Center Room 060, OEOB Please admit the following appointments on Monday, April 12, 12:00 p.m., 1976 for Max Friedersdorf of Office of Congressional Affairs (Name of person to be visited) (Agency) REP. DELBERT LATTA BIRKEMEYER, CATHY INKROTT, ALAN BOCKRATH, JIM BOCKRATH, KRIS JERWERS, ANNETTE BORGELT, SHIRLEY JOHNSON, CAROL BRINKMAN, JUDY BRINKMAN, SARAH KARL, JOANN BUDDELMEYER, DEBRA KAUFMAN, PHIL KAUFMAN, STEVE CURTH, HOWARD KINDLE, KAREN KLEMAN, BRENDA DETERS, LISA KOCH, ALAN DICKMAN, ROSE ANN KORTE, THERESA DIRMEYER, JEFF DULING, MARGARET MAAG, CLARINE MAAG, DONNA ELLERBROCK, JERRY MAAG, JEAN ELLERBROCK, MICHAEL MAAG, ROBIN ELLERBROCK, SHARON MAAG, RUTH ANN EMMONS, TODD MAAS, DENNIS MEYER, SHELLY FUERST, JOYCE MEYERHOFFER, BOB MORENO, MARGARET GERDING, PHIL NIENBERG, CHRIS HEATH, KEN HEUERMAN, MELVIN PALTE, KEN FORD HONIGFORT, PAM POTHAST, DEBRA HOVEST, BRYAN GERALD HOYT, DOUG QUINN, ELISA MEETING LOCATION Requested by Nancy Dinse S. W. Gate Building Rose Garden Room No. 112 EW Telephone 2717 Room No. West Wing Date of request April 9, 1976 Additions and/or changes made by telephone should be limited to three (3) names or less. Please submit new list (original and three copies) for additions and/or changes of more than three (3) names. APPOINTMENTS CENTER: SIG/OEOB - 395-6046 or WHITE HOUSE - 456-6742 FORM 23 L72 EXECUTIVE PROTECTIVE SERVICE To: Officer-in-charge Appointments Center Room 060, OEOB Please admit the following appointments on Monday, April 12, 12:00 p.m., 1976 for Max Friedersdorf of Office of Congressional Affair (Name of person to be visited) (Agency) RECKER, DANIEL RECKER, MARK ROSENGARTEN, JANE RUHE, MIKE SCHNIPKE, KEN SCHROEDER, BETH SCHROEDER, BRAD SCHROEDER, DOROTHY SCHROEDER, JULIE SCHROEDER, MARY BETH SCHROEDER, MICHAEL SCHROEDER, STEVE SIEFKER, CARLA SIEFKER, DEAN SIEFKER, DOUG SIEVENECK, JOAN SPARKS, GARY VENNEKOTTER, KEITH VERHOFF, CLYDE WARNIMONT, ROD WEBER, ToM WOLKE, KEITH WOLKE, LORI SYNDA, SHERRY MEETING LOCATION Requested by Nancy Dinse S. W. Gate Building The Rose Garden Room No. 112 EW Telephone 2717 Room No. West Wing Date of request April 9, 1976 Additions and/or changes made by telephone should be limited to three (3) names or less. Please submit new list (original and three copies) for additions and/or changes of more than three (3) names. APPOINTMENTS CENTER: SIG/OEOB - 395-6046 or WHITE HOUSE - 456-6742 APR 9 1976 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 9, 1976 MEETING WITH THE HOUSE REPUBLICAN WHIPS Tuesday, April 13, 1976 8:00-9:00 a.m. (60 minutes) The Cabinet Room From: Max L. Friedersdorf m.6 I. PURPOSE To comply with a request by Bob Michel and the 16 Whips for a meeting with the President prior to the Easter Recess. II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background: 1. At the last Republican leadership meeting, Bob Michel requested that Jack Marsh and Max Friedersdorf schedule a meeting with the President prior to the Easter Recess (April 15-26) for the 16 Republican Whips. 2. Mr. Michel mentioned that during the last few meetings with the Whips, there was some noticeable discontent and general grumbling. Mr. Michel feels that if the Whips could meet with the President and air their thoughts, it would greatly improve the Whips' feelings and boost their morale. Bob Michel selected all of the Whips when he became Minority Whip and this is the second term they are serving as Whips. 3. A number of complaints will be raised by Michel and his Whips. Topics will include: patronage, closure of military bases, alleged unresponsiveness of Cabinet Members to Republican Congressmen, insufficient notice on vetoes and Administration positions on significant legislation. 4. The Whips also would like a group picture with the President. B. Participants: See TAB A C. Press Plan: Announce meeting; White House photographer only. III. TALKING POINTS 1. Bob Michel requested at the last Republican Leadership meeting that I meet with the House Republican Whips. 2. I am delighted to do SO. I also understand there are a number of topics you wish to cover. 3. Bob, why don't you begin and I will be pleased to respond. PARTICIPANTS The President The Secretary of Defense HOUSE REPUBLICAN WHIPS Bob Michel - Minority Whip Burt Talcott - Western Regional Whip John Myers - Midwestern Regional Whip Bill Young - Border and Southern Regional Whip Joe McDade - New England and Mid-Atlantic Regional Whip Assistant Regional Whips Bob Lagomarsino Bill Armstrong Charley Thone Bill Frenzel Bud Brown Paul Findley Gene Taylor Bill Dickinson Sil Conte Don Mitchell STAFF Bob Hartmann Jack Marsh Dick Cheney Rog Morton Jim Cannon Jim Lynn Max Friedersdorf Charlie Leppert Doug Bennett Jim Connor Tom Loeffler Pat Rowland Russ Rourke Bob Wolthuis Don Ogilvie REGRETS Rep. Al Johnson Rep. Bill Whitehurst Cabinet Room , hr NE gate CALLS FOR HOUSE REPUBLICAN WHIP MEETING ON TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 1976 at 8:00 a.m. in the Oval Office Y Robert Michel 225-6201- tharon Talcott 52861 Diane 4. 3. McDade Young 53731 55961 Jim Lisa) 2. Myers 55805 Lally cot Lagomarsino 53601 Susies 1. Armstrong 54422 Lee Thone 54806 Frenzel 52871 Has Pat Brown 54324 Ave LOW 2. Findley 55271 Danna Vickie 4 N Taylor 56536 Frans LOQ Whitehurst isdruing up from the Whitehaurst 54215 Kathy Dickinson 52901 Linda LXX Conte 55335- Fran District that morning Mitchell 53665 vicki 3 N Johnson 55121 Barbara FORD & LIBRARY THE WHITE HOUSE SCHEDULE PROPOSAL DATE: March 25, 1976 WASHINGTON FROM: Charles Leppe THRU: Jack Marsh Max L. Friedersdor VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: House Republican Whips DATE: Prior to the Easter recess which starts with close of business April 14th. PURPOSE: General discussion with President FORMAT: The Oval Office (20 minutes) PARTICIPANTS: The President House Republican Whips (17)( See Tab A) John Marsh Max L. Friedersdorf Charles Leppert, Jr. Tom Loeffler CABINET PARTICIPATION: None SPEECH MATERIAL: None PRESS COVERAGE: White House Photographer for group picture STAFF: Charles Leppert, Jr. RECOMMEND: Jack Marsh OPPOSED: None PREVIOUS PARTICIPATION: None BACKGROUND: (1) Rep. Bob Michel, the House Minority Whip, mentioned to Jack Marsh at the Republican Leadership Meeting on Tuesday, March 23, 1976, that the Republican House Whips would like to meet with the President. (2) Rep. Michel mentioned that during the last few meetings with the Whips, there was some noticeable discontent and 2 general grumbling. Rep. Michel feels that if the Whips could meet with the President and air their thoughts, it would greatly improve the Whips' feelings and boost their morale. (3) Rep. Michel picked all of these men when he became the Minority Whip and this is the second term they are serving as Whips. APPROVE DISAPPROVE HOUSE REPUBLICAN WHIPS - 94th CONGRESS Minority Whip Robert H. Michel Regional Whips Burt L. Talcott - Western John Myers - mid-western Bill Young - border and southern Joseph M. McDade - New England and Mid-Atlantic Assistant Regional Whips Robert J. Lagomarsino William L. Armstrong Charles Thone Bill Frenzel Clarence Brown Paul Findley Gene Taylor William Whitehurst William L. Dickinson Silvio O. Conte Donald J. Mitchell Albert W. Johnson April 9, 1976 Dear Bill: The President was delighted to meet with you and the Sellers' yesterday, and asked that I send the endlosed pictures to you. Please extend the President's best wishes to them. Feel free to contact me whenever I may be of assistance in the future. With kindest regards, I am Sincerely yours, Thomas G. Loeffler Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs Honorable Bill Armstrong House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20565 Enclosures TGL:nd 8AP76A9162 -16 (8) -06 (5) -04 (6) -03 (2) TORD LIBRARY 078838 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 6, 1976 MEETING WITH REP. WILLIAM L. ARMSTRONG (R-COLO.) AND TWO CONSTITUENTS FROM THE COLORADO GUN COLLECTORS ASSOC. Thursday, April 8, 1976 11:30 a.m. (5 minutes) The Oval Office Via: Max Friedersdorf Thru: Charles Leppert, Jr CLM. From: Tom Loeffler T.L. I. PURPOSE To present the President with a bronze sculpture entitled "The Minuteman". II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background 1. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sellers from Denver, Colorado will be making this presentation on behalf of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association. 2. This original bronze sculpture, 11 inches high, was made by Colorado artist, Rusty Phelps. 3. The sculpture is symbolic of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association's position on gun control, as quoted in the Constitution; "The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed". B. Participants: The President Rep. William L. Armstrong Mr. Frank Sellers Mrs. Karen Sellers Milt Mitler (staff) Tom Loeffler (staff) - 2 - C. Press Plan Announce to press as part of Congressional Hour White House photographer only III. TALKING POINTS 1. Bill, I appreciate your bringing Mr. and Mrs. Sellers in for this presentation made in behalf of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association. 2. This bronze sculpture is symbolic of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association's position on gun control. Last year I submitted to Congress my crime message. In that message I called for: a. mandatory minimum sentences for those persons who use guns in the commission of crimes. b. increased investigative resources in major metropolitan areas. C. the elimination of "Saturday night specials". 3. I am adamantly opposed to any legislation that would establish licensing or registration require- ments of guns. And, I will oppose any gun legislation that goes beyond my own program. 4. As you know, a bill supported earlier by Congressman Conyers was defeated in the House Judiciary Committee last month. Prospects for congressional action this session are dim. 11:30-11:35 SCHEDULE PROPOSAL DATE: February 7, 1976 THE WHITE HOUSE THRU: Max Friedersdorf FROM: Vern Loen WASHINGTON VL VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: Rep. William L. Armstrong (R-Colo.) DATE: Next Congressional Hour PURPOSE: Bicentennial Art Form Presentation FORMAT: The Oval Office - 5 minutes PARTICIPATION: The President Rep. William L. Armstrong (R-Colo.) Mr. Frank Sellers Mrs. Karen Sellers Milt Mitler (staff) Vern Loen (staff) SPEECH MATERIAL: Talking points PRESS COVERAGE: Announce to press as part of Congressional Hour White House photographer STAFF: Vern Loen RECOMMEND: Max Friedersdorf BACKGROUND: 1. By letters of January 7 and 26, Mr. Armstrong requested this presentation for his constituents, the Colorado Gun Collectors Association. He is a strong supporter of the President. 2. They wish to present an original bronze sculpture, 11 inches high, by Colorado artist Rusty Phelps, entitled "The Minuteman. " A copy of the picture is attached. 3. Mr. Sellers, who wrote to Rep. Armstrong for the Colorado Gun Collectors Association, stated that the sculpture was symbolic of their position on gun control and quoted the DERALD FORD LIBRARY Constitution; "The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed." CC: Milt Mitler APPROVE DISAPPROVE WILLIAM L. ARMSTRONG COLORADO OFFICES: 5TH DISTRICT, COLORADO SUITE #736 1450 SOUTH HAVANA WASHINGTON OFFICE: AURORA, COLORADO 80012 223 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING (303) 837-2655 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 Congress of the United States (202) 225-4422 106 CASCADE SQUARE house of Representatives 228 NORTH CASCADE COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO 80903 (303) 634-6071 Mashington, D.C. 20515 January 26, 1976 Mr. Vernon C. Loen Deputy Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs The White House Washington, D.C. Dear Vern: Attached is some additional information regarding the Colorado Gun Collectors Association's desire to make a presenta- tion to the President. Enclosed is a copy of their letter of December 17th to Max Friedersdorf and a picture of the sculpture they wish to present. Frank Sellers indicated he would be able to come to Washington on short notice to make the presentation. He would be able to do so any time but the weekend of February 28th when he is getting married! There are approximately 200 members of the Association in Colorado, but, of course, such a presentation could be widely publicized across the country through gun collectors' magazines, etc. I do not view the presentation as something controversial considering the President's stated position on gun control legislation. Sincerely, want Walt Klein Administrative Assistant WK:kh Enclosure AMOUNI GERALD FORD Susan Hatfield Secretary COLORADO GUN COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION 17 December, 1975 Mr. Max Friedersdorf Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D.C. DEC 29 1975 Dear Mr. Friedersdorf: I am writing to you at the suggestion of Congressman William Armstrong (R-Colo.) The Colorado Gun Collectors Association would like to present to President Ford, or to The White House, Whichever would be appropriate, an original bronze scuppture by Colorado artist Rusty Phelps. The sculpture, entitled "The Minuteman", is emblematic both of our celebration of the Cen- tennial/Bicentennial and our feelings on the current matter of anti-gun legislation: "The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed." The statue is 11 inches high. Naturally we would prefer to make the presentation in person, but we also understand that this might not be possible due to the demands on the President's time and will be advised by you on the proper procedure. Sincerely yours, FunkM Sellar Frank M. Sellers for the Colorado Gun Collectors Assn. Enclosure: Photo of Bronze 1120 - So. Wolff Denver, Colorado CC: Congressman William Armstrong FORD is LIBRANY 07V839 80219 ITEM TRANSFER REFERENCE FORM The item described below has been removed. New File Location: AV Collection Document Description: 8"X10" 8" B&W Photograph of bronze sculpture of The Minuteman" presented to GRF 4/8/76 Old File Location: Charles Leppert Files Mee Presidential Meetings with Members of Congress Attached to letter Thomas By W.H.M. Date 5/2/84 Loeffler to Bill Anustrong 4/9/76 NLF - 11/4/77 A WILLIAM L. ARMSTRONG COLORADO OFFICES: 5TH_DISTRICT, COLORADO SUITE #736 1450 SOUTH HAVANA WASHINGTON OFFICE: AURORA, COLORADO 80012 223 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING (303) 837-2655 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 Congress of the United States (202) 225-4422 106 CASCADE SQUARE house of Representatives 228 NORTH CASCADE COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO 809 (303) 634-6071 Mashington, D.C. 20515 January 7, 1976 Mr. Max Friedersdorf Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D. C. Dear Max: I received a copy of your letter from the Colorado Gun Collectors Association. I have been in touch with this Association and know that they are very anxious to present an original bronze sculpture to the President. I hope that it will be possible for the President to receive this symbolic gift. It would mean a great deal to the members of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association. Thank you for your consideration. Best regards. Sincerely, WLA:kh Bill William L. Armstrong Cuntroy GERALD ? FORD January 14, 1976 Dear Mr. Sellers: Thank you for your December 17 letter concerning the desire of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association to present to the President an original bronze sculpture, "The Minuteman," to mark the celebration of the Bicentennial. I will be pleased to ask the President's Bicentennial advisers to give careful consideration to this thoughtful offer. You will hear further as soon as possible. Sincerely, Max L. Friedersdorf Assistant to the President Mr. Frank M. Sellers 1120 South Wolff Denver, Colorado 80219 CC: The Honorable William Armstrong House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 bcc: w/incoming to Milt Mitler for DIRECT REPEY with copy to the Congressman please. MLF: JEB:VO:rks - BUND LIBRISHA CENTRAL FILES January 21, 1976 Dear Bill: 1 am hopeful that we can set up the presentation by the Colorado Gun Collectors Association at a Congressional Hour in the very near future. I am requesting that one of our House Congressional Relations staff members drop by your office and obtain full details on this request so that we can prepare a formal schedule proposal for the President. Please be assured that we will try to get this schedule as soon as possible. With kindest regards, Sincerely yours, Max L. Friedersdorf Assistant to the President Honorable William L. Armstrong House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 MLF:jg 16cc: Vern Loen w/inc. Vern, Please go by Congressman Armstrong's office and get the background on this request and prepare schedule proposal. MF GENATO FORD LIBRARY SELLERS, FRANK M. BIC. GIFTS (OFFERED) January 21. 1975 Dear Mr. Sellers: Max L. Friedarsdorf. Assistant to the President, has given me your letter concerning the original branze sculpture, "The Minuteman," for further response. As you undeubtedly realize, quite & number of gifts are being effered in commemoration of the Sicontannial. Because of this, It has become policy for the President not to accept individual gifts. However, If you desire, arrangements can be made for & marber of the President's staff to receive the sculpture on behalf of the nation. The gifts which are received will be displayed to the Great Mall of the Commerce Building during this Sicentennial year. Please fail free to contact me to discuss this further. Ny very best wishes. Sincerely, Milton E. Mitler Deputy Special Assistant Mr. Frank M. Sellers 1120 South Welff Denver, Colorado 80219 MEM/abh 2cc: Sandy Drake w/c of all incoming CC: Max Friedersdorf LISBANY GERALD FORD January 21, 1976 Dear Bill: I am hopeful that we can set up the presentation by the Colorado Gun Collectors Association at a Congressional Hour in the very near future. I am requesting that one of our House Congressional Relations staff members drop by your office and obtain full details on this request so that we can prepare a formal schedule proposal for the President. Please be assured that we will try to get this schedule'us soon as possible. With kindest regards, Sincerely yours, Max L. Friedersdorf Assistant to the President Honorable William L. Armstrong House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 MLF:jg bee: Vern Loen w/inc. Vern, Please go by Congressman Armstrong's office and get the background on this request and prepare schedule proposal. MF being sent GENALD FORD LIBRARY WILLIAM L. ARMSTRONG COLORADO OFFICES: 5TH DISTRICT, COLORADO SUITE #736 1450 SOUTH HAVANA WASHINGTON OFFICE: AURORA, COLORADO 80012 223 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING (303) 837-2655 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 Congress of the United States (202) 225-4422 106 CASCADE SQUARE house of Representatives 228 NORTH CASCADE COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO 80903 (303) 634-6071 Mashington, D.C. 20515 January 7, 1976 Mr. Max Friedersdorf Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D. C. Dear Max: I received a copy of your letter from the Colorado Gun Collectors Association. I have been in touch with this Association and know that they are very anxious to present an original bronze sculpture to the President. I hope that it will be possible for the President to receive this symbolic gift. It would mean a great deal to the members of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association. Thank you for your consideration. Best regards. Bill William Sincerely, L. Armstrong WLA:kh GERALD FORD LIBRARY WITHDRAWAL SHEET (PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARIES) FORM OF CORRESPONDENTS OR TITLE DATE RESTRICTION DOCUMENT List Congressional Hour Visitors (1 pages) 4/8/1976 C File Location: Loen and Leppert Files, Box 31, Presidential Meetings with House Members, 4/7-11/76 / TMH / 08/18/2015 RESTRICTION CODES (A) Closed by applicable Executive order governing access to national security information. (B) Closed by statute or by the agency which originated the document. (C) Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in the donor's deed of gift. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION NA FORM 1429 (1-98) THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON MEMORANDUM FOR: BILL KENDALL CHARLIE LEPPERT FROM: MAX FRIEDERSDORF m.b. 6. SUBJECT: Congressional Hour - April 8 The Congressional Hour has been approved for 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 8th. Attached is the schedule. Please be certain to obtain full name, current address, date and place of birth, and social security number on all people accompanying the Members. Do not accept any additional people than those already approved. We will need the security information no later than next Monday. CC: march