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WITHDRAWAL SHEET Ronald Reagan Library Collection Name DEAVER, MICHAEL: FILES Withdrawer KDB 7/18/2005 File Folder CORRESPONDENCE - DECEMBER 1981 (7) FOIA F01-107/01 Box Number 7618 MCCARTIN 28 DOC Doc Type Document Description No of Doc Date Restrictions NO Pages opath 1 MEMO M. DEAVER TO FRED FIELDING RE 1 12/8/1981 B6 2/28/11 99 LETTER FROM SEN. METZENBAUM Freedom of Information Act - [5 U.S.C. 552(b)] B-1 National security classified information [(b)(1) of the FOIA] B-2 Release would disclose internal personnel rules and practices of an agency [(b)(2) of the FOIA] B-3 Release would violate a Federal statute [(b)(3) of the FOIA] B-4 Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial information [(b)(4) of the FOIA] B-6 Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy [(b)(6) of the FOIA] B-7 Release would disclose information compiled for law enforcement purposes [(b)(7) of the FOIA] B-6 Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of financial institutions [(b)(8) of the FOIA] B-9 Release would disclose geological or geophysical information concerning wells [(b)(9) of the FOIA] C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed of gift. THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 2, 1981 Dear Delta Sigs: I am sincerely sorry that I will be unable to attend the December 4th 11th Annual Christmas Lunch with the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity Alumni - Gamma Epsilon. The demands of Washing- ton, D.C. make it impossible for me to travel to California at this time. Please give all my best wishes to those who are fortunate enough to attend. Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity Alumni - Gamma Epsilon P.O. Box 1229 Milpitas, CA 95035 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 2, 1981 Dear Peter: Meeting you and Carol has been one of the good things that's happened since we've been in Washington, D.C. We have SO enjoyed our relationship and look forward to continuing our friendship in the future. Warm regards, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff The Honorable Peter M. Towe Canadian Embassy 1746 Massachusetts Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036 Canadian Embassy Ambassade on Canada 1746 Massachusetts Ave. ,N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036-1985 November 27, dutate 1981 Dear Mike, Carol and I leave Washington with many regrets, but also with warm memories which should stand us in good stead in the colder climate of Ottawa. We have greatly valued our association with you and Carolyn and are grateful for the many courtesies extended. With best regards, Yours sincerely, Peter Pater M. Towe Ambassador The Honourable Michael K. Deaver Deputy Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D.C. 20500 1625 K STREET NW WASHINGTON DC 20006 TELEPHONE 783-0907 WESTINGHOUSE BROADCASTING COMPANY INC JERRY UDWIN Vice President Chief, Washington News Bureau fill December 2, 1981 Mr. Michael K. Deaver Assistant to The President and Deputy Chief of Staff The White House Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear Mike: Thank you so very much for helping us arrange to interview President Reagan for the special programs that we called Reagan on Reagan. These included a series of reports broadcast throughout the week of November 16 on all of the Westinghouse Broadcasting Company radio and television stations, plus a 30-minute program carried not only by those stations, but also by more than 30 other television stations across the country, and by many others in foreign countries. We think these broadcasts provided a special public service by giving the insight which only the President could give into how he goes about-- and feels about--his job. I will soon be sending you a set of the television and radio programs. Sincerely, Jeny Group W Television: KDKA-TV, Pittsburgh KPIX (TV). San Francisco . KYW-TV, Philadelphia WBZ-TV, Boston WJZ-TV, Baltimore WPCO-TV, Charlotte Group W Radio: KDKA and WPNT, Pittsburgh KFWB, Los Angeles KJQY, San Diego KOAX, Dallas KODA, Houston KYW, Philadelphia WBZ, Boston WIND, Chicago WINS, New York WOWO, Fort Wayne Group W Productions Clearview Cable TV Group W TV Sales Group W TV Syndication Center Radio Advertising Representatives Home Theatre Network THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 3, 1981 Dear Mr. Levine: Thank you very much for sending the book The Zionist Connection, by Alfred M. Lilienthal. I'm looking forward to having the time to read and enjoy it. Thank you again for your thoughtfulness. Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. A. Levine 4601 North Park Avenue Apt. 406 Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815 OFFICERS President THE CHANNEL CITY CLUB LOUIS LANCASTER* Ch. Exec. Committee Santa Barbara Bank & Trust POST OFFICE BOX 540 SANTA BARBARA CALIFORNIA 93102 PHONE (805) 966-6303 Vice Presidents VERNON I. CHEADLE incellor. Univ. of Culif. anta Barbara. Ref. R. J. IRVIN Pres. S.B. County Board of Education fill Treasurer JOHN P. FRANKLIN Business Data Processing December 4, 1981 Secretary CLARENCE ROUSE Director, YMCA Sergeant-at-Arms HOWARD SARGENT Pres., Ojai Valley State Bank Assistant Secretary Honorable Michael Deaver JANE S. DYRUFF The White House DIRECTORS Washington, D. C. 20500 WILLIAM C. ALEXANDER Nat 1. Ch. Christian Business Men RICHARD ARBAGEY Dear Mike: Pres. Heart Assn. S.B. & S.L.O. Counties JOHN BALL Executive Editor S.B. News Press Assuming that you did not set up the Barbara THOMAS N. BANKS Mgr. So. Calif. Gas Co., Ret. Walters interview with the President, I thought B. PAUL BLASINGAME Mgr. Delco ELectronics Div. you should know that the attached letter in the General Motors Corp.. Ret. ROBERT F. CARLSON News Press is a mild statement of the disgust Pres. Channel Industries. Inc. VERNON I. CHEADLE which I hear on every hand about Barbara Walters Chancellor. Univ. of Calif. at Santa Barbara, Ret. handling this interview. WILLIAM COULSON Pres Mission Fed. Sav. & Loan JOE W. DOBBS, O.D. Trustee. S.B. City College When one compares this with some of the past LAWRENCE E. FISHER interviews conducted by Walter Cronkite, for Pastor. First Presbyterian Church. Ret. JOHN P. FRANKLIN example, it makes one quite unhappy that the Data Processing GEORGE J. HALL President would be asked to give up so much of ctor. All Saints-by-the-Sea, Ret. LE C. HILLEGAS his time for such an unsatisfactory event. astor. El Montecito Presbyterian Church HENRY C. HUGLIN Realtor FRITZ HUNTSINGER He did great credit to himself by maintaining Board Chairman Vetco Offshore Industries inc. his relaxed sense of humor and not appearing, R.J. IRVIN at least, unhappy with the barrage of pertinent, Pres. S.B. County Board of Education irrelevent and often inane questions fired at LESLIE D. JOYNES Former partner Paine. him by Ms Walters! Webber, Jackson & Curtis ROBERT KALLMAN S.B. County Supervisor RICHARD A. KIEDING Otherwise hoping you are enjoying yourself, Corp. Dir. S.B. Securities WILLIAM F. LUTON I send you greetings from your many friends Owner, TV Station KEYT in this area. PATRICK MAHER Former S.B. Mayor DAVID H. MERTES Pres., S.B. City College SHELDON T. MILLS Cordially yours, Retired Ambassador THOMAS M. MULLEN Attorney at Law RICHARD M. POLSKY Louis Business Consultant CLARENCE ROUSE Director, S.B. YMCA Louis Lancaster JOHN J. RUPP, M.D. Ojai, Calif. HOWARD L. SARGENT Pres., Ojai Valley State Bank LL:jsd C.M. SHAAR Pres., Sea-Tek Corp. EDWARD B. STARBUCK Investment Counselor Trainer Wortham & Co., Inc. JOHN STEPHENS Pres. Excel-Mineral Co. STUART S. TAYLOR Editor & Publisher S.B. News Press DAVID L. TILTON Chairman of the Board Santa Barbara Savings & Loan HOMAS F. VAN NATTA 1j. Gen. U.S.A., Ret. LEIGHTON WILKIE Pres. Wilkie Bros. Foundation DAVID K. WINTER Pres. Westmont College *Honorary Life Directors JOHN K. NORTHROP YALE B. GRIFFITH DIXON MacQUIDDY RONALD REAGAN ALVIN C. WEINGAND Founder, former Pres. Attorney at Law Trustee, Santa Barbara U.S. President Former State Senator Northrop Aircraft, Inc. Museum of Natural History More tact, please Editor, News-Press: "At home on the ranch"? If that was the title of Barbara Walters' interview with Presi- dent Reagan, she missed her target by "Freedom of the press" - or nos, insolence? The guided tour, the house, the flash- backs of old movies and childhood reminiscence - all very nice and pleasant as a fireside chat. And that is exactly what it should have been. But to corner the president of the United States with highly sensitive questions about his closest advisers (no matter how timely), his feelings and possible decisions, was not only inappropriate but in bad taste and completely out of line. Ms. Walters, there is a thing called tact" that even an aggressive reporter thould have and exercise! Nuclear attack, 17 minute "grace period" to decide whether the world will be blown up, presidential "night- mares" about it. Ms. Walters, these questions overstepped your potential as a journalist, embarrassed (visibly!) the president and should only come up at the Oval Office - not "at home on the ranch.' For one slip of the tongue (yours or the president's) picked up by the ever hungry horde of the news media and, as usually, misinterpreted, could do a lot of harm to the country. A little more modesty, a lot more tac S. Walters. G. Berghof Santa Barbara THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 4, 1981 Dear Mrs. Hooks: I would be happy to donate as an auction item, a tour of the West Wing of the White House and lunch in the White House Mess for a party not to exceed four. I hope this item will help further your fund- raising goals, and my wife and I look forward to meeting the high bidders. Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mrs. Guy M. Hooks Development Office Holton-Arms School 7303 River Road Bethesda, MD 20817 DON DE FORE December 4, 1981 Mrs. Shirley Moore Executive Secretary to Mr. Deaver The White House Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear Shirley: Would you be so kind as to have Mike autograph these photo for us? Shirley, the week prior to our August 30th flyout to Swaziland, I'd mailed the President for his autograph- ing five placards pertaining to a program I produced at the Santa Monica Auditorium in the early '60s. The main speaker and attraction at this event was G. E. Theatre spokesman and eloquent speaker, Ronald Reagan. Now, I fully realize the President's busy schedule but I would like to know, so that I can relay to the other recipients, if we can expect them in the near future? Thanks. Don Don DeFore Sincerely DDF:va~ Enclosure D4 ENTERPRISES 2496 MANDEVILLE CANYON R, LA 90049 as 714-232-6731 CENTER FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES December 4, 1981 Center for Technical Services called A Non-Profit Science and Education Research Ms. Shirley Moore Corporation Office of Michael Deaver The White House Board of Trustees: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Herbert B. Turner. Chairman Ed Meese III Washington, D. C. 20500 Dr. Albert L. Anderson Dr. Ed. Erath Dear Shirley: Michael D. Madigan Ronald B. Frankum, President I was contacted the other day by a Mrs. Ivonne Obenauer regarding a special birthday celebration Corporate Office: 1007 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1020 for two of the leading Clerics in the local Catholic San Diego, California 92101 Diocese: Msgr. I. Brent Eagen and Msgr. William D. (714) 232-6731 Spain. Msgr. Eagen's birthday is on the 14th of December, he will be 51 and Msgr. Spain's birthday Cable: Innovation in on December 20th, he will be 53. Both are actively San Diego, California involved in the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, which is the occasion for the special birthday party. Mrs. Obenauer asked if it would be possible to have a standard Presidential birthday card mailed to her. She will then present the greetings to both priests at the party. Her address: Mrs. Ivonne Obenauer, 9665 Blackgold Road, La Jolla, CA. 92037. Thank you for your assistance. Warm regards, Dennir Dennis M. Kenneally President DMK:kke 2 0 Dennis M. Kenneally 6994 Caminito Perico 31 San Diego, California 92119 Shirley - I advised Mrs. Obenauer this was short notice. It's not as if you don't have other things to do. Thanks for your help. 1 Mrs. Ivonne day celebration the local Catholic Msgr. William D. on the 14th of Spain's birthday . Both are actively f the Holy Sepulcher n for the special possible to have ard mailed to her. ; to both priests :vonne Obenauer, 92037. DMK : kke 2 0 file RICHARD HELMS December 4, 1981, year Mike, I hope I did not appear ungracious in my response to your thoughtful phone call yesterday. I was genuinely touched by your consideration and particularly flattered that Mr. Reagon also believed that Cynthia and I could dr the job. But as I said, thirty - four years + government service, including the N Navy in World was II, has not provided much financial cushion, and the small business I started form year ago in Metty much a one- man show and would hardly prosper without me. Neverthelers, I am deeply sympathetic with what the President in trying to accomplish, so if there in at some point an opportunity to help on a part-time basic or same on a commission, 1 would he delighted to do so. Thank you again for your thoughtfulness Warmly, Dich HOUSE HINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Jack: Thanks for sending along the analysis. I found it most interesting, and I appreciate your thoughtfulness. Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff The Honorable Jack Kemp House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 MENORANDEM THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGION December 7, 1981 TO PROTOCOL OFFICER FROM: MICHAEL K. DEAVER We will need to use Blair House for a luncheon meeting on Friday, December 11, 1981, from noon until 1:30 P.M. There will be 6 participants. This meeting is to be filmed by the NBC crew. THE WRITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Tom: Hurray for you! Thanks for standing up for our First Lady. . and you did it SO eloquently. Thanks again for your invaluable support. Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Tom Pauken Office of the Director ACTION Washington, D.C. 20525 OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR ACTION WASHINGTON D.C. 20525 Mike Deaver: Tom Pauken For your information. Thank THE WASHINGTON POST, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1981 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Should We Give First Ladies a Break? In her harsh attack on Nancy Rea gan ("Bad Image," Nov. 20), Judy Mann makes some statements that suggest her entire column is little more than a "cheap shot." In referring to Mrs. Reagan's support of the foster grandparent program, Mrs. Mann cites the program as "a nice example of volunteerism, but hardly a substan- tive issue." It is a 'very substantive issue that Mrs. Reagan has embraced, even if Mrs. Mann did not discuss the enor- mous good work done by foster grand- parents for mentally retarded, physi- cally handicapped and troubled youth. In these centers of volunteerism, a wonderful relationship develops be- tween the young and the elderly. Each has something to give, and all have something to gain, whether it be a mat- ter of caring or a candle of hope. As director of ACTION, the agency that oversees the foster grandparents, I issue an open invitation to Mrs. Mann to join me in visiting one of our local foster grandparents sites. Perhaps then she might reconsider her opinion that this is not a substantive program. THOMAS W. PAUKEN, Director, ACTIO Washington THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Mr. Balzer: Thank you for your recent letter. I appreciate the time you have taken to send in your views. Hearing from con- cerned citizens like you adds needed balance to our deliberations here in Washington. You can be sure that your comments and proposals will be brought to the attention of the appropriate members of the Administration. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Albert Balzer 408 Aloha Circle Villa Park Long Beach, CA 90805 WILLIAM F. BLACK 7855 IVANHOE AVENUE, SUITE 300 LA JOLLA, CALIFORNIA 92037 (714) 459-8231 File December 7, 1981 Mr. Michael K. Deaver Deputy Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear Mike: Thank you for the many courtesies you extended last week in the White House. Frankly, I thought my various meetings went rather well. As a result of those meetings, I have every confidence in my ability to capably serve this administration and the United States as Chief of Protocol, should such an opportunity develop. If so, I shall look forward to the pleasure of working closely with you and your colleagues in the White House. From Washington I flew to Venice Island near Stockton for some duck shooting. One of our weekend guests at the club was Judge Tom McBride. He is a great admirer of yours, and sends you his best regards, as do I. Sincerely, Sice WFB:1rm Dec. 7/81 The Honorable Michael K. Deaver Assistant to The President Deputy Chief of Staff no Dear Mr. Deaver, Thanks fa your expression of appreciation on receiving "The Zionist Connection. I know how limited your time is, but I do recom- mend that you scan pages 402 thru 456, they will prepare you fn the attacks which will be let loose on all who oppose the Zionists. I do not want to see this happen to The friends of the President. with best wishes, I remain, Sincerely Certher Arthur A. Levine THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Mr. Bane: Thank you for your recent message. I appreciate the time you have taken to send me your views on international af- fairs. Throughout our history, Americans have looked to the Bible for guidance. Today as in the past we can gain insight and wisdom through recourse to this most valuable of all books. Again, thank you for writing. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Joseph L. Bane General Director The American Israeli Mission International Post Office Box 458 Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Mr. Smither: Thank you for your recent letter. I know that President Reagan will be as pleased by your support as I am. The economic difficulties which face our Nation did not occur overnight, nor will they be solved in a day. Your message renews my confidence that with the support of people like you we can succeed in reducing the bur- densome size and cost of government. Together, we can put our economy on the path to greater productivity and increased prosperity. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Charles R. Smither President Brehob Electric Equipment, Inc. Post Office Box 2023 Indianapolis, IN 46206 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Mr. Huggins: Thank you for your recent letter. I appreciate the time you have taken to write and express your views. Your comments and opinions will be brought to the attention of the appropriate members of the Administration. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Anthony Huggins 3143 South 47th Terrace Kansas City, KS 66106 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Miss Passell: Thank you for your recent message. I appreciate the time you have taken to write. This Administration counts on the ideas and proposals which are generated by the American people. You can be sure that your comments will be brought to the attention of the ap- propriate members of the Administration. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Miss Elsie J. Passell 713 Antler Wichita, KS 67211 713 antter Wichi to Kans 67211 Hon. michael Deaver Washing for De. Dear Sir: Please ask President melion dollars he has Reagon to cut off that 60 planned to give to fluoridate city water supplies These is me such thing as fluoride- Be honest and callibly its rightname Sodium (Ratporson) Fluorede 7 Its time to stop personing the american people yours Respectfully Elsie J Passell 713 antter Wichita, Rans 67211 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Dr. Parker: Thank you for your recent message. I appreciate the time you have taken to relay your assessment of the public mood. While time does not permit me to respond in detail to all of your comments, you can be sure that they will be brought to the at- tention of the appropriate members of the Administration. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Dr. Dale Parker Post Office Box 246 Boone, NC 28607 P. 0. Box 246 Boone, NC 28607 this his November 18, 1981 Mr. Michael Deaver Att. Ms. Shirley Moore White House Washington, DC Dear Mr. Deaver: Having completed 90 days around the country I called Ms. Moore yesterday to give my observations as I have in the past and was able to write them: 1. Most people appear to be willing to give the economic program a chance. 2. Many people were concerned of cuts to retirees and the elderly. There is more respect in this country for the elderly since WWII. 3. Jerry Falwell will hurt the Republican candidates in 1982. (2 students at Lynchberry said he was a crook and a con artist.) 4. Most felt the President should campaign for candidates via TV, etc. rather than in person for security reasons. 5. Several wealthy people agreed with me that we would have a "boom" in Sept. '82 brought on by the need for housing and construction. 6. I suggest more PR work on the economic program from the Administration. 7. Several questioned the need for a "middle man" --The National Security Advisor--when they felt it had been a thorn in the side of both Presidents. They feel if the position had to remain it should be left vacant. 8. Many want action against Lybia and want to re-institute the Monroe Doctrine and take Cuba. Central America seemed a mystery to most. 9. Many large concerns are employing illegal aliens. Texans and Floridians seem ready to fight the Cubans and Mexicans in the country. You have a number of people there that should know. There is great dissention against them and the blacks. The police in Dallas told me I could go on the east side and buy enough military equipment to start a war. 10. On unemployment: During WWII when jobs were available we had 2% unemployment. I believe the people who won't work would now be at -2- least 5%; if true we have 3% unemployment - not 8%. 11. I believe in the B-1 bomber and the MX missle. But I think the shuttle program and the Laser Research program is an important from a military standpoint. 12. Once Congress passes the appropriation bills, I think they would serve the nation's interest best by going home. We need 9 more months of hope and evaluation and I believe even the President will be surprised and pleased at the results. People are tired of critics. Boots had a bad fall in Texas and we are back awaiting word from the White House on a position which they have had under consideration for months. They indicated the first of the year looks good. I hope these observations and comments are helpful. Your response will be appreciated. Sincerely, Dr. Dale Parker DP/1w THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Mr. Fuscaldo: Thank you for your recent letter. I know that President Reagan will be as pleased by your support as I am. The economic difficulties which we are experiencing did not come about overnight, nor will they be remedied in a day. Your message renews my confidence that with the support of people like you we can succeed in reducing the burdensome size and cost of government. Together, we can put our economy on the path to greater productivity and increased prosperity. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Tom Fuscaldo 429 Preakness Avenue Paterson, NJ 07502 TOM FUSCALDO A ANTENNA SPECIALIST 429 PREAKNESS AVENUE PATERSON. NEW JERSEY 07502 Nov-4-81 Sir: Please get the president to make it last as This budget freeze is a great thing. long as possible. When things resume perhaps we can be rid of a few Lawful agencies. (Like) F.T.C. Legal Services, asha, EPA, Energy - and a few other bad things that get budget money. Would d love to make a list for abolition Good luck to few first president in my time. Jon Tuscaldo THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Mr. Wolters: Thank you for your recent message. I appreciate your kind and thoughtful words. I was grateful to have the opportunity to hear your views concerning appropriations for the Legal Services Corporation. You can be sure that your comments will be brought to the attention of the appropriate members of the Administration. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Freddie A. Wolters 1105 Rusken Bryan, TX 77801 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 7, 1981 Dear Mr. Palmer: Thank you for your recent message. I appreciate the interest which prompted you to write. While President Reagan has made the reduction of Federal spending one of his top priorities, he also believes that we must act decisively to rebuild our defense capabilities. To accomplish these twin goals, the President has proposed a defense package which will satisfy our security needs in the most cost efficient manner. I was grateful to have the benefit of your views on this topic. You can be sure that your comments and proposals will be brought to the attention of the appropriate mem- bers of the Administration. With best wishes, Sincerely, MICHAEL K. DEAVER Assistant to the President Deputy Chief of Staff Mr. Alfred Palmer 109 West C Street Beckley, WV 25801 hael Deaver III nov, 27,1981 White House David ashington, D.C. anderson Rindsh Rind Sh - Would you like to balance the budget in 1982 military hardware- It can be done! How By reducing the price of $100 billion for 100-B1 bombers is much too much. The President or sec. of Defense of ould tell all the companies that our government is ready to pay 60% of that a deal, gets the order. my friend, with that, you will see specifications. That the first company to agree to such price for 100-BI bombero of the same quality and every themselves one of the airplane companies falling all over to get that order. The same goes for the MX's, tanks and all the rest. spend so much The government doesn't have the money and can't afford to The wagescale is away too high. It needs to come down. I nterest needoto come down to 9% W ages should be reduced by 40%, W hen that haffens, prices will follow suit. The government can set the pattern for all the rest of the country; When interest and prices come down, then money will begineirculating again and employment will yourorespectfally, alfred Palmer 109 West cst Beckley, W,Va, 25801 MEMORANDUM THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON sile December 8, 1981 TO: FRED FIELDING FROM: MICHAEL K. DEAVER 11 RE: Letter from Senator Howard M. Metzenbaum I have reviewed Senator Metzenbaum's letter and can advise you of the following: 1. Neither I, nor any of my staff, have discussed the Northwest Alaska Pipeline Project, or the Northwest Energy Company with Peter Hannaford or any other person outside of this Administration. 1. Neither I, nor any of my staff, have ever voiced an opinion or actively participated in any decision affecting that project within the Administration. I trust that you will see that this information will get to the appropriate parties. Cc: Ed meese attached letter