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Document No. 031389
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
4/28/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
4:00 TODAY
SUBJECT:
5 VIDEO TAPINGS
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
\
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
Lopa
FITZWATER
GRAY
\
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comment/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 4:00 TODAY
Friday, April 28. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
ao Comment on Golductes- EdR.
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Tron
April 28, 1989
1950 APR 28 00 SU
Draft one
Title: AFD
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
ARMED FORCES DAY
Today, as a nation, we pause to acknowledge and salute the
men and women of the United States Armed Forces. While we
designate only one day a year to take stock of your service --
you know, and I know -- it's what you do every day that helps our
nation remain safe and secure.
For you, the men and women who protect our nation, have
answered the call of service. It's a call that demands great
sacrifice. I know some say it's just a job. But when a soldier
spends long hours on a cold night's sentry duty at the D.M.Z. in
Korea or at Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin, that's more than just a
job. When a sailor must put to sea for six months or more at a
time, and come home to find that the child who could barely
crawl, can walk and say a few words, he is not just filling a job
he's answering the call of service. And, when the mechanic who
inspects the plane's engine or ship's power plant one last time
and makes double and triple sure that every screw, every hose,
every weld is as it should be -- that mechanic is dedicating
himself or herself not simply to a job but to a concept of
service to country that is the highest in the world.
So, when the record of our time is finally written, I hope
it will be the story a triumph of peace and freedom throughout
the globe -- the story of the sunrise in the day of mankind's age
old aspirations. And on that day, who were the heroes,
-2-
generations to come will ask? And the answer will be you. As
your commander-in-chief, and as your friend, together we will
work to spin the thread of human dreams into a sturdy fabric of
peace.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
# # #
Tron
April 26, 1989
Draft two
Title: Goldwater
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BARRY GOLDWATER DINNER
What a great privilege it is to join you tonight, as we
celebrate the life of an outstanding American, one of the Party's
most important Republicans, and a good friend, Barry Goldwater.
As many of you know, I was a Goldwater delegate at the
Republican National Convention in '64, and proudly remember
casting my vote for our nominee. It was an exciting time back.
then -- sure we lost the election, but we created a conservative
revolution that still leads the way today.
Barry, it's a real pleasure to add my congratulations on
your silver anniversary year. And, thank you for your love of
country, your vision, and even your candor. Barry, we miss you
in Washington. The Senate is a bit quieter now -- but your
accomplishments still echo throughout that chamber. And, Barry,
thanks for what you've given to your party. You inspired a whole
generation to action, and enkindled a political movement that
burns brightly today.
God bless you Barry, and happy 80th birthday.
###
Tron
April 27, 1989
1003 APR 28 : 9 Draft one
Title: Prayer
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Good afternoon. It's a pleasure to join you as we mark an
important occasion, this year's National Day of Prayer. I know
that many of my friends are in this room today -- celebrating a
very significant tradition. The right of free, open, and
unrestricted prayer -- the very idea that attracted our forebears
to the New World.
Those who braved the long ocean journey from Europe to first
settle in America were men and women of varied, but equally
devout, religious beliefs. Many had been persecuted for those
beliefs at home, and they sought a new land where they might be
able to worship freely. Years later, our forefathers would
clearly remember this and begin our Bill of Rights with the
guarantee that "Congress shall make no law respecting an
establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise
thereof."
And, that's why we gather -- from the nation's ornate
capitol, to town halls across our country -- to
commemorate and reaffirm our national heritage of free and open
prayer.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
# # #
1
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
Title: Volunteer
1909 APR 22 ... 9
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
:30-SECOND VOLUNTEER PSA
When you hear the word "volunteer," what do you think?
Neighbor helping neighbor? Or maybe it's the satisfaction and
inner pride you feel when you help someone else.
Volunteering means many things to many people -- but I know
one thing -- it's a great example of the American spirit.
People who volunteer don't do it for recognition or reward. They
help others because they care. That's why I call them "UNSUNG
AMERICANS", and they are people we can be proud of.
# # #
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
ms.
Title: Hall
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME
Welcome to the Baseball Hall of Fame where you'll wander
through the glory of baseball's past, and meet the legends of the
game.
When I visited Cooperstown, I was reminded of a story Dwight
Eisenhower once told of when he was a boy growing up in Kansas.
As the fable goes, Ike and a friend went fishing one warm summer
afternoon. Since the fish were a little quiet that day, the
youngsters talked about what they wanted to be when they grew up.
Eisenhower said that he hoped to be a major league ballplayer
like his idol, Honus Wagner. His young friend wanted to be
president of the United States. Years later, Ike observed,
"neither one of us got our wish".
Like SO many ballplayers, fame and fortune on the diamond
proved elusive goals for me, but the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown,
is here for all baseball fans to cherish. I had the pleasure of
visiting in 1987; and as a result of a recent building program,
the Hall of Fame is bigger, and better than ever before. It's
truly baseball's showcase, where memories and dreams converge in
the ultimate experience for any baseball fan.
I hope you enjoy today's visit through this special place.
And, to our young baseball fans I'd like to say, remember that if
you work hard enough you too might someday end up here. And, if
-2-
that doesn't work out, well, there's always the presidency to
fall back on. Thank you, God bless you all, and God bless this
game.
# # #
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
ARMED FORCES DAY
TODAY, AS A NATION, WE PAUSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE AND
SALUTE THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES ARMED
FORCES. WHILE WE DESIGNATE ONLY ONE DAY A YEAR TO PAY
TRIBUTE TO YOUR SERVICE -- YOU KNOW, AND I KNOW -- IT'S
WHAT YOU DO EVERY DAY THAT HELPS OUR NATION REMAIN SAFE
AND SECURE.
- 2 -
FOR YOU, THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO PROTECT OUR NATION,
HAVE ANSWERED THE CALL OF SERVICE. IT'S A CALL THAT
DEMANDS GREAT SACRIFICE. I KNOW SOME SAY IT'S JUST A
JOB. BUT WHEN A SOLDIER SPENDS LONG HOURS ON A COLD
NIGHT'S SENTRY DUTY AT THE D.M.Z. IN KOREA OR AT
CHECKPOINT CHARLIE IN BERLIN, THAT'S MORE THAN JUST A
JOB. WHEN A SAILOR MUST PUT TO SEA FOR SIX MONTHS OR
MORE AT A TIME, AND COME HOME TO FIND THAT THE CHILD
WHO COULD BARELY CRAWL, CAN WALK AND SAY A FEW WORDS,
HE IS NOT JUST FILLING A JOB HE'S ANSWERING THE CALL OF
SERVICE. AND, WHEN THE MECHANIC WHO INSPECTS THE
PLANE'S ENGINE OR SHIP'S POWER PLANT ONE LAST TIME AND
MAKES DOUBLE AND TRIPLE SURE THAT EVERY BOLT, EVERY
HOSE, EVERY WELD IS AS IT SHOULD BE -- THAT MECHANIC IS
DEDICATING HIMSELF OR HERSELF NOT SIMPLY TO A JOB BUT
TO A CONCEPT OF SERVICE TO COUNTRY THAT IS THE NOBLEST
IN THE WORLD.
AS YOUR COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF, AND AS ONE WHO
SHARES IN YOUR DEDICATION TO THIS COUNTRY, TOGETHER WE
WILL WORK TO SPIN THE THREAD OF HUMAN DREAMS INTO A
STURDY FABRIC OF PEACE. THANK YOU, GOD BLESS YOU, AND
GOD BLESS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
GOOD AFTERNOON. IT'S A PLEASURE TO JOIN YOU AS WE
MARK AN IMPORTANT OCCASION, THIS YEAR'S NATIONAL DAY OF
PRAYER. I KNOW THAT MANY OF MY FRIENDS ARE IN THIS
ROOM TODAY -- CELEBRATING A VERY SIGNIFICANT TRADITION.
THE RIGHT OF FREE, OPEN, AND UNRESTRICTED PRAYER -- THE
VERY IDEA THAT ATTRACTED OUR FOREBEARS TO THE NEW
WORLD.
THOSE WHO CAME TO THIS COUNTRY WERE MEN AND WOMEN
OF VARIED, BUT EQUALLY DEVOUT, RELIGIOUS BELIEFS. MANY
HAD BEEN PERSECUTED FOR THOSE BELIEFS AT HOME, AND THEY
SOUGHT A NEW LAND WHERE THEY MIGHT BE ABLE TO WORSHIP
FREELY. YEARS LATER, OUR FOREFATHERS WOULD CLEARLY
REMEMBER THIS AND BEGIN OUR BILL OF RIGHTS WITH THE
GUARANTEE THAT "CONGRESS SHALL MAKE NO LAW RESPECTING
AN ESTABLISHMENT OF RELIGION, OR PROHIBITING THE FREE
EXERCISE THEREOF."
AND, THAT'S WHY WE GATHER -- FROM THE NATION'S
ORNATE CAPITOL, TO TOWN HALLS ACROSS OUR COUNTRY -- TO
COMMEMORATE AND REAFFIRM OUR NATIONAL HERITAGE OF FREE
AND OPEN PRAYER.
- 2 -
THANK YOU, GOD BLESS YOU, AND GOD BLESS THE UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA.
###
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME
WELCOME TO THE BASEBALL HALL OF FAME WHERE YOU'LL
WANDER THROUGH THE GLORY OF BASEBALL'S PAST, AND MEET
THE LEGENDS OF THE GAME.
WHEN I VISITED COOPERSTOWN, I WAS REMINDED OF A
STORY DWIGHT EISENHOWER ONCE TOLD, OF WHEN HE WAS A BOY
GROWING UP IN KANSAS. AS THE STORY GOES, IKE AND A
FRIEND WENT FISHING ONE WARM SUMMER AFTERNOON. SINCE
THE FISH WERE A LITTLE QUIET THAT DAY, THE YOUNGSTERS
TALKED ABOUT WHAT THEY WANTED TO BE WHEN THEY GREW UP.
EISENHOWER SAID THAT HE HOPED TO BE A MAJOR LEAGUE
BALLPLAYER LIKE HIS IDOL, HONUS WAGNER. HIS YOUNG
FRIEND WANTED TO BE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
YEARS LATER, IKE OBSERVED, "NEITHER ONE OF US GOT OUR
WISH".
- 2 -
LIKE SO MANY BALLPLAYERS, FAME AND FORTUNE ON THE
DIAMOND PROVED ELUSIVE GOALS FOR ME, BUT THE HALL OF
FAME IN COOPERSTOWN, IS HERE FOR ALL BASEBALL FANS TO
CHERISH. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF VISITING IN 1987; AND
AS A RESULT OF A RECENT BUILDING PROGRAM, THE HALL OF
FAME IS BIGGER, AND BETTER THAN EVER BEFORE. IT'S
TRULY BASEBALL'S SHOWCASE, WHERE MEMORIES AND DREAMS
CONVERGE IN THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE FOR ANY BASEBALL
FAN.
I HOPE YOU ENJOY TODAY'S VISIT THROUGH THIS
SPECIAL PLACE. AND, TO OUR YOUNG BASEBALL FANS I'D
LIKE TO SAY, REMEMBER THAT IF YOU WORK HARD ENOUGH YOU
TOO MIGHT SOMEDAY END UP HERE. AND, IF THAT DOESN'T
WORK OUT, WELL, THERE'S ALWAYS THE PRESIDENCY TO FALL
BACK ON. THANK YOU, AND GOD BLESS YOU.
###
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
PSA -- -- 1989 COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
1947 -- KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN
...
AS A MEMBER OF YALE'S BASEBALL TEAM I REMEMBER
PLAYING IN THE FINALS OF THE FIRST COLLEGE WORLD
SERIES.
TODAY, THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IS AN AMERICAN
INSTITUTION. IT'S COLLEGE BASEBALL AT ITS BEST, AND
IT'S A THRILL YOU WON'T SOON FORGET.
###
VIDEO MESSAGE
BARRY GOLDWATER DINNER
WHAT A GREAT PRIVILEGE IT IS TO JOIN YOU TONIGHT,
AS WE CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF AN OUTSTANDING AMERICAN,
ONE OF OUR PARTY'S MOST IMPORTANT REPUBLICANS, AND A
GOOD FRIEND, BARRY GOLDWATER.
AS MANY OF YOU KNOW, I WAS A GOLDWATER DELEGATE AT
THE REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION IN '64, AND PROUDLY
REMEMBER CASTING MY VOTE FOR GOLDWATER. IT WAS AN
EXCITING TIME BACK THEN - -- SURE WE LOST THE ELECTION,
BUT WE CREATED A CONSERVATIVE REVOLUTION THAT STILL
LEADS THE WAY TODAY.
BARRY, IT'S A REAL PLEASURE TO ADD MY
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE SILVER ANNIVERSARY OF YOUR
PRESIDENTIAL NOMINATION. AND, THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOVE
OF COUNTRY, YOUR VISION, AND EVEN YOUR CANDOR. BARRY,
WE MISS YOU IN WASHINGTON. THE SENATE IS A BIT QUIETER
NOW BUT YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS STILL ECHO THROUGHOUT
THAT CHAMBER. AND, BARRY, THANKS FOR WHAT YOU'VE GIVEN
TO OUR PARTY. YOU INSPIRED A WHOLE GENERATION TO
ACTION, AND KINDLED A POLITICAL MOVEMENT THAT CONTINUES
TO THIS DAY.
GOD BLESS YOU BARRY, AND HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY.
###
VIDEO MESSAGE
:30-SECOND VOLUNTEER PSA
WHEN YOU HEAR THE WORD "VOLUNTEER," YOU MIGHT
THINK OF NEIGHBOR HELPING NEIGHBOR OR THE SATISFACTION
AND INNER PRIDE YOU FEEL WHEN YOU HELP SOMEONE ELSE.
FROM NOW ON IN AMERICA, THE DEFINITION OF A
SUCCESSFUL LIFE MUST INCLUDE SERVICE TO OTHERS. PEOPLE
WHO VOLUNTEER DON'T DO IT FOR RECOGNITION OR REWARD.
THEY HELP OTHERS BECAUSE THEY CARE. THAT'S WHY I CALL
THEM "UNSUNG AMERICANS", AND WE'RE TRULY PROUD OF THEM.
###
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
ARMED FORCES DAY
TODAY, AS A NATION, WE PAUSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE AND
SALUTE THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES ARMED
FORCES. WHILE WE DESIGNATE ONLY ONE DAY A YEAR TO PAY
TRIBUTE TO YOUR SERVICE -- YOU KNOW, AND I KNOW -- IT'S
WHAT YOU DO EVERY DAY THAT HELPS OUR NATION REMAIN SAFE
AND SECURE.
- 2 -
FOR YOU, THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO PROTECT OUR NATION,
HAVE ANSWERED THE CALL OF SERVICE. IT'S A CALL THAT
DEMANDS GREAT SACRIFICE. I KNOW SOME SAY IT'S JUST A
JOB. BUT WHEN A SOLDIER SPENDS LONG HOURS ON A COLD
NIGHT'S SENTRY DUTY AT THE D.M.Z. IN KOREA OR AT
CHECKPOINT CHARLIE IN BERLIN, THAT'S MORE THAN JUST A
JOB. WHEN A SAILOR MUST PUT TO SEA FOR SIX MONTHS OR
MORE AT A TIME, AND COME HOME TO FIND THAT THE CHILD
WHO COULD BARELY CRAWL, CAN WALK AND SAY A FEW WORDS,
HE IS NOT JUST FILLING A JOB HE'S ANSWERING THE CALL OF
SERVICE. AND, WHEN THE MECHANIC WHO INSPECTS THE
PLANE'S ENGINE OR SHIP'S POWER PLANT ONE LAST TIME AND
MAKES DOUBLE AND TRIPLE SURE THAT EVERY BOLT, EVERY
HOSE, EVERY WELD IS AS IT SHOULD BE -- THAT MECHANIC IS
DEDICATING HIMSELF OR HERSELF NOT SIMPLY TO A JOB BUT
TO A CONCEPT OF SERVICE TO COUNTRY THAT IS THE NOBLEST
IN THE WORLD.
AS YOUR COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF, AND AS ONE WHO
SHARES IN YOUR DEDICATION TO THIS COUNTRY, TOGETHER WE
WILL WORK TO SPIN THE THREAD OF HUMAN DREAMS INTO A
STURDY FABRIC OF PEACE. THANK YOU, GOD BLESS YOU, AND
GOD BLESS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
GOOD AFTERNOON. IT'S A PLEASURE TO JOIN YOU AS WE
MARK AN IMPORTANT OCCASION, THIS YEAR'S NATIONAL DAY OF
PRAYER. I KNOW THAT MANY OF MY FRIENDS ARE IN THIS
ROOM TODAY -- CELEBRATING A VERY SIGNIFICANT TRADITION.
THE RIGHT OF FREE, OPEN, AND UNRESTRICTED PRAYER -- THE
VERY IDEA THAT ATTRACTED OUR FOREBEARS TO THE NEW
WORLD.
THOSE WHO CAME TO THIS COUNTRY WERE MEN AND WOMEN
OF VARIED, BUT EQUALLY DEVOUT, RELIGIOUS BELIEFS. MANY
HAD BEEN PERSECUTED FOR THOSE BELIEFS AT HOME, AND THEY
SOUGHT A NEW LAND WHERE THEY MIGHT BE ABLE TO WORSHIP
FREELY. YEARS LATER, OUR FOREFATHERS WOULD CLEARLY
REMEMBER THIS AND BEGIN OUR BILL OF RIGHTS WITH THE
GUARANTEE THAT "CONGRESS SHALL MAKE NO LAW RESPECTING
AN ESTABLISHMENT OF RELIGION, OR PROHIBITING THE FREE
EXERCISE THEREOF."
AND, THAT'S WHY WE GATHER -- FROM THE NATION'S
ORNATE CAPITOL, TO TOWN HALLS ACROSS OUR COUNTRY -- TO
COMMEMORATE AND REAFFIRM OUR NATIONAL HERITAGE OF FREE
AND OPEN PRAYER.
- 2 -
THANK YOU, GOD BLESS YOU, AND GOD BLESS THE UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA.
###
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME
WELCOME TO THE BASEBALL HALL OF FAME WHERE YOU'LL
WANDER THROUGH THE GLORY OF BASEBALL'S PAST, AND MEET
THE LEGENDS OF THE GAME.
WHEN I VISITED COOPERSTOWN, I WAS REMINDED OF A
STORY DWIGHT EISENHOWER ONCE TOLD, OF WHEN HE WAS A BOY
GROWING UP IN KANSAS. AS THE STORY GOES, IKE AND A
FRIEND WENT FISHING ONE WARM SUMMER AFTERNOON. SINCE
THE FISH WERE A LITTLE QUIET THAT DAY, THE YOUNGSTERS
TALKED ABOUT WHAT THEY WANTED TO BE WHEN THEY GREW UP.
EISENHOWER SAID THAT HE HOPED TO BE A MAJOR LEAGUE
BALLPLAYER LIKE HIS IDOL, HONUS WAGNER. HIS YOUNG
FRIEND WANTED TO BE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
YEARS LATER, IKE OBSERVED, "NEITHER ONE OF US GOT OUR
WISH".
- 2 -
LIKE SO MANY BALLPLAYERS, FAME AND FORTUNE ON THE
DIAMOND PROVED ELUSIVE GOALS FOR ME, BUT THE HALL OF
FAME IN COOPERSTOWN, IS HERE FOR ALL BASEBALL FANS TO
CHERISH. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF VISITING IN 1987; AND
AS A RESULT OF A RECENT BUILDING PROGRAM, THE HALL OF
FAME IS BIGGER, AND BETTER THAN EVER BEFORE. IT'S
TRULY BASEBALL'S SHOWCASE, WHERE MEMORIES AND DREAMS
CONVERGE IN THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE FOR ANY BASEBALL
FAN.
I HOPE YOU ENJOY TODAY'S VISIT THROUGH THIS
SPECIAL PLACE. AND, TO OUR YOUNG BASEBALL FANS I'D
LIKE TO SAY, REMEMBER THAT IF YOU WORK HARD ENOUGH YOU
TOO MIGHT SOMEDAY END UP HERE. AND, IF THAT DOESN'T
WORK OUT, WELL, THERE'S ALWAYS THE PRESIDENCY TO FALL
BACK ON. THANK YOU, AND GOD BLESS YOU.
###
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
PSA -- -- 1989 COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
1947 -- KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN
...
AS A MEMBER OF YALE'S BASEBALL TEAM I REMEMBER
PLAYING IN THE FINALS OF THE FIRST COLLEGE WORLD
SERIES.
TODAY, THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IS AN AMERICAN
INSTITUTION.
IT'S COLLEGE BASEBALL AT ITS BEST, AND
IT'S A THRILL YOU WON'T SOON FORGET.
###
VIDEO MESSAGE
BARRY GOLDWATER DINNER
WHAT A GREAT PRIVILEGE IT IS TO JOIN YOU TONIGHT,
AS WE CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF AN OUTSTANDING AMERICAN,
ONE OF OUR PARTY'S MOST IMPORTANT REPUBLICANS, AND A
GOOD FRIEND, BARRY GOLDWATER.
AS MANY OF YOU KNOW, I WAS A GOLDWATER DELEGATE AT
THE REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION IN '64, AND PROUDLY
REMEMBER CASTING MY VOTE FOR GOLDWATER. IT WAS AN
EXCITING TIME BACK THEN -- SURE WE LOST THE ELECTION,
BUT WE CREATED A CONSERVATIVE REVOLUTION THAT STILL
LEADS THE WAY TODAY.
BARRY, IT'S A REAL PLEASURE TO ADD MY
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE SILVER ANNIVERSARY OF YOUR
PRESIDENTIAL NOMINATION. AND, THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOVE
OF COUNTRY, YOUR VISION, AND EVEN YOUR CANDOR. BARRY,
WE MISS YOU IN WASHINGTON. THE SENATE IS A BIT QUIETER
NOW -- BUT YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS STILL ECHO THROUGHOUT
THAT CHAMBER. AND, BARRY, THANKS FOR WHAT YOU'VE GIVEN
TO OUR PARTY. YOU INSPIRED A WHOLE GENERATION TO
ACTION, AND KINDLED A POLITICAL MOVEMENT THAT CONTINUES
TO THIS DAY.
GOD BLESS YOU BARRY, AND HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY.
###
VIDEO MESSAGE
:30-SECOND VOLUNTEER PSA
WHEN YOU HEAR THE WORD "VOLUNTEER," YOU MIGHT
THINK OF NEIGHBOR HELPING NEIGHBOR OR THE SATISFACTION
AND INNER PRIDE YOU FEEL WHEN YOU HELP SOMEONE ELSE.
FROM NOW ON IN AMERICA, THE DEFINITION OF A
SUCCESSFUL LIFE MUST INCLUDE SERVICE TO OTHERS. PEOPLE
WHO VOLUNTEER DON'T DO IT FOR RECOGNITION OR REWARD.
THEY HELP OTHERS BECAUSE THEY CARE. THAT'S WHY I CALL
THEM "UNSUNG AMERICANS", AND WE'RE TRULY PROUD OF THEM.
# # #
Document No. 031389
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
4/28/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
4:00 TODAY
5 VIDEO TAPINGS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/C.
SUNUNU
NEWMAN M/C-ppr
SCOWCROFT no changes
PORTER hasn't looked
at then
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
ROGERS N/C -ppr
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
Lopez N/C -ppr
FITZWATER
GRAY - no changes
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comment/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 4:00 TODAY
Friday, April 28. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Tron
April 28, 1989
1000 APR 20
Draft one
Title: AFD
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
ARMED FORCES DAY
Today, as a nation, we pause to acknowledge and salute the
men and women of the United States Armed Forces. While we
pay tribute -Pink
designate only one day a year to take stock of your service --
you know, and I know -- it's what you do every day that helps our
nation remain safe and secure.
For you, the men and women who protect our nation, have
answered the call of service. It's a call that demands great
sacrifice. I know some say it's just a job. But when a soldier
spends long hours on a cold night's sentry duty at the D.M.Z. in
Korea or at Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin, that's more than just a
job. When a sailor must put to sea for six months or more at a
time, and come home to find that the child who could barely
crawl, can walk and say a few words, he is not just filling a job
he's answering the call of service. And, when the mechanic who
inspects the plane's engine or ship's power plant one last time
bolt-Bates
and makes double and triple sure that every screw, every hose,
every weld is as it should be -- that mechanic is dedicating
himself or herself not simply to a job but to a concept of
noblest Pink
service to country that is the highest in the world.
So, when the record of our time is finally written, I hope
of the -Pink
it will be the story a triumph of peace and freedom throughout
of a new day -- the realization
the globe -- the story of the sunrise in the day of mankind' age
of markind's -pink
old aspirations. And on that day, who were the heroes,
old aspirations.
-2-
generations to come will ask? And the answer will be you. As
as one who shares in your dedication
your commander-in-chief, and as your friend, together we will to this
work to spin the thread of human dreams into a sturdy fabric of
Pink - country,
peace.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
###
Tron
April 26, 1989
Draft two
Title: Goldwater
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BARRY GOLDWATER DINNER
What a great privilege it is to join you tonight, as we
celebrate the life of an outstanding American, one of the Party's
most important Republicans, and a good friend, Barry Goldwater.
As many of you know, I was a Goldwater delegate at the
Republican National Convention in '64, and proudly remember
casting my vote for our nominee. It was an exciting time back
then -- sure we lost the election, but we created a conservative
revolution that still leads the way today.
Barry, it's a real pleasure to add my congratulations on
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(of what) Pink
your silver anniversary year. And, thank you for your love of
country, your vision, and even your candor. Barry, we miss you
in Washington. The Senate is a bit quieter now -- but your
accomplishments still echo throughout that chamber. And, Barry,
our D2
thanks for what you've given to your party. You inspired a whole
generation to action, and enkindled a political movement that
burns brightly today.
God bless you Barry, and happy 80th birthday.
###
Tron
April 27, 1989
1888 APR 28 U.S. Draft one
Title: Prayer
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Good afternoon. It's a pleasure to join you as we mark an
important occasion, this year's National Day of Prayer. I know
that many of my friends are in this room today -- celebrating a
very significant tradition. The right of free, open, and
unrestricted prayer -- the very idea that attracted our forebears
to the New World.
Those who came to this country -Pink
Those who braved the long ocean journey from Europe to first
settle in America were men and women of varied, but equally
devout, religious beliefs. Many had been persecuted for those
beliefs at home, and they sought a new land where they might be
able to worship freely. Years later, our forefathers would
clearly remember this and begin our Bill of Rights with the
guarantee that "Congress shall make no law respecting an
establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise
thereof."
And, that's why we gather -- from the nation's ornate
capitol, to town halls across our country -- to
commemorate and reaffirm our national heritage of free and open
prayer.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
# # #
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
Title: Volunteer
9
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
:30-SECOND VOLUNTEER PSA
you might think of ?D²
When you hear the word "volunteer," what do you think?
Neighbor helping neighbor? 202 Or maybe it's the satisfaction and
P
inner pride you feel when you help someone else.
From now on in America, the definition of a successful life must include Service
Volunteering means many things to many people -- but I know to
others.
one thing -- it's a great example of the American spirit.
Pink
People who volunteer don't do it for recognition or reward. They
help others because they care. That's why I call them "UNSUNG
we're truly proud of them. D2
AMERICANS", and they are people we can be proud of.
###
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
Title: Hall
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME
Welcome to the Baseball Hall of Fame where you'll wander
through the glory of baseball's past, and meet the legends of the
game.
When I visited Cooperstown, I was reminded of a story Dwight
Eisenhower once told of when he was a boy growing up in Kansas.
story -Pink
As the fable goes, Ike and a friend went fishing one warm summer
afternoon. Since the fish were a little quiet that day, the
youngsters talked about what they wanted to be when they grew up.
Eisenhower said that he hoped to be a major league ballplayer
like his idol, Honus Wagner. His young friend wanted to be
president of the United States. Years later, Ike observed,
"neither one of us got our wish".
Like so many ballplayers, fame and fortune on the diamond
proved elusive goals for me, but the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown,
is here for all baseball fans to cherish. I had the pleasure of
visiting in 1987; and as a result of a recent building program,
the Hall of Fame is bigger, and better than ever before. It's
truly baseball's showcase, where memories and dreams converge in
the ultimate experience for any baseball fan.
I hope you enjoy today's visit through this special place.
And, to our young baseball fans I'd like to say, remember that if
you work hard enough you too might someday end up here. And, if
-2-
that doesn't work out, well, there's always the presidency to
fall back on. Thank you, God bless you all, and God bless this
game.
###
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 28, 1989
MEMORANDUM TO CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
JIM PINKERTONE R
SUBJECT:
Five Video Tapings
Armed Forces Day
Pg. 1, para. 1, line 2 [Pages are numbered by counting the pages
in the whole document. " only one day a year to take stock of
your service " Armed Forces Day is not really for "taking
stock, " which sounds somewhat judgemental. We would suggest some
phrase which emphasizes the fact that this day is meant as a
tribute, e.g., "paying tribute" or "honor."
1,2,5
" that [person] is dedicating himself or herself not
simply to a job but to a concept of service to country that is
the highest in the world. " The phrase "highest" is an odd
modifier of "concept of service. " "Loftiest" or "noblest" or
"most honorable" seem better.
1,3,1
"...it will be the story a triumph of peace "
Replace " " with " of the
"
"
the sunrise in the day of mankind's age old
aspirations" does not hang together as a metaphor. For one
thing, "age-old" seems to contradict the idea of "sunrise," which
denotes a beginning.
Either we ought to say: " the story of the sunrise of a
new day -- the realization of mankind's age-old aspirations;"
or, as long as we are invoking the idea of a sunrise of peace and
freedom throughout the world, work in the President's "New
Breeze" line here.
2,1,2
"As your commander-in-chief, and as your friend "
sounds a little anti-climactic and a bit over-earnest. It is
also sub-Presidential.
(more)
2-2-2
The friendliness of George Bush the person will come
through naturally, but we should never diminish the office of the
Presidency. We would suggest either "
and as your
President
=
or " and as one who shares in your dedication to
this country
"
Barry Goldwater
3,3,1
We wonder about "
your silver anniversary year. "
Silver anniversary of what?
National Day of Prayer
4,2,1
"Those who braved the long ocean journey from
Europe
" We must be careful not to invite offense among those
whose heritage is non-European -- many of whom, for example,
black evangelicals, or Asian Christians, who had their own long
ocean journey, will be participating.
The Puritans are part of America's heritage, to be sure,
but let's not court controversy. We suggest omitting "Those
who
from Europe " and saying instead "Those who came to this
country
"
Volunteer PSA
5,2,1
We suggest using the President's trademark line: "From
now on in America, the definition of a successful life must
include service to others. " If necessary, "Volunteering means
many things to many people " can be cut.
Baseball Hall of Fame
6,2,2
If
a story Dwight Eisenhower once told
As the
fable goes
"
If Eisenhower told the story, then we probably
shouldn't refer to it as a "fable," which suggests that it is
apocryphal. We suggest using "As the story goes
"
We think the joke about having the Presidency to fall back
on is very good.
#
CC: Roger Porter
Bill Roper
John Gardner
Document No. 031389
@
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
4/28/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
4:00 TODAY
SUBJECT:
5 VIDEO TAPINGS
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
\
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
Lopez
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comment/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 4:00 TODAY
Friday, April 28. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
The five video tape messages that have been prepared for the President
have been reviewed. The White House Military Office concurs with the
messages.
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
ANTONIO LOPEZ
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Tron
April 28, 1989
1380 APR 28 S:
Draft one
Title: AFD
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
ARMED FORCES DAY
Today, as a nation, we pause to acknowledge and salute the
men and women of the United States Armed Forces. While we
designate only one day a year to take stock of your service --
you know, and I know -- it's what you do every day that helps our
nation remain safe and secure.
For you, the men and women who protect our nation, have
answered the call of service. It's a call that demands great
sacrifice. I know some say it's just a job. But when a soldier
spends long hours on a cold night's sentry duty at the D.M.Z. in
Korea or at Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin, that's more than just a
job. When a sailor must put to sea for six months or more at a
time, and come home to find that the child who could barely
crawl, can walk and say a few words, he is not just filling a job
he's answering the call of service. And, when the mechanic who
inspects the plane's engine or ship's power plant one last time
and makes double and triple sure that every screw, every hose,
every weld is as it should be -- that mechanic is dedicating,
himself or herself not simply to a job but to a concept of
service to country that is the highest in the world.
So, when the record of our time is finally written, I hope
it will be the story a triumph of peace and freedom throughout
the globe -- the story of the sunrise in the day of mankind's age
old aspirations. And on that day, who were the heroes,
-2-
generations to come will ask? And the answer will be you. As
your commander-in-chief, and as your friend, together we will
work to spin the thread of human dreams into a sturdy fabric of
peace.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
# # #
Tron
April 26, 1989
Draft two
Title: Goldwater
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BARRY GOLDWATER DINNER
What a great privilege it is to join you tonight, as we
celebrate the life of an outstanding American, one of the Party's
most important Republicans, and a good friend, Barry Goldwater.
As many of you know, I was a Goldwater delegate at the
Republican National Convention in '64, and proudly remember
casting my vote for our nominee. It was an exciting time back
then -- sure we lost the election, but we created a conservative
revolution that still leads the way today.
Barry, it's a real pleasure to add my congratulations on
your silver anniversary year. And, thank you for your love of
country, your vision, and even your candor. Barry, we miss you
in Washington. The Senate is a bit quieter now -- but your
accomplishments still echo throughout that chamber. And, Barry,
thanks for what you've given to your party. You inspired a whole
generation to action, and enkindled a political movement that
burns brightly today.
God bless you Barry, and happy 80th birthday.
# # #
Tron
April 27, 1989
1980 APR 28 = 9
Draft one
Title: Prayer
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Good afternoon. It's a pleasure to join you as we mark an
important occasion, this year's National Day of Prayer. I know
that many of my friends are in this room today -- celebrating a
very significant tradition. The right of free, open, and
unrestricted prayer -- the very idea that attracted our forebears
to the New World.
Those who braved the long ocean journey from Europe to first
settle in America were men and women of varied, but equally
devout, religious beliefs. Many had been persecuted for those
beliefs at home, and they sought a new land where they might be
able to worship freely. Years later, our forefathers would
clearly remember this and begin our Bill of Rights with the
guarantee that "Congress shall make no law respecting an
establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise
thereof."
And, that's why we gather -- from the nation's ornate
capitol, to town halls across our country -- to
commemorate and reaffirm our national heritage of free and open
prayer.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
###
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
Title: Volunteer
1939 APR 28 A S 9.
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
:30-SECOND VOLUNTEER PSA
When you hear the word "volunteer," what do you think?
Neighbor helping neighbor? Or maybe it's the satisfaction and
inner pride you feel when you help someone else.
Volunteering means many things to many people -- but I know
one thing -- it's a great example of the American spirit.
People who volunteer don't do it for recognition or reward. They
help others because they care. That's why I call them "UNSUNG
AMERICANS", and they are people we can be proud of.
# # #
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
1929 APR 28 ..... S
Title: Hall
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME
Welcome to the Baseball Hall of Fame where you'll wander
through the glory of baseball's past, and meet the legends of the
game.
When I visited Cooperstown, I was reminded of a story Dwight
Eisenhower once told of when he was a boy growing up in Kansas.
As the fable goes, Ike and a friend went fishing one warm summer
afternoon. Since the fish were a little quiet that day, the
youngsters talked about what they wanted to be when they grew up.
Eisenhower said that he hoped to be a major league ballplayer
like his idol, Honus Wagner. His young friend wanted to be
president of the United States. Years later, Ike observed,
"neither one of us got our wish".
Like so many ballplayers, fame and fortune on the diamond
proved elusive goals for me, but the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown,
is here for all baseball fans to cherish. I had the pleasure of
visiting in 1987; and as a result of a recent building program,
the Hall of Fame is bigger, and better than ever before. It's
truly baseball's showcase, where memories and dreams converge in
the ultimate experience for any baseball fan.
I hope you enjoy today's visit through this special place.
And, to our young baseball fans I'd like to say, remember that if
you work hard enough you too might someday end up here. And, if
-2-
that doesn't work out, well, there's always the presidency to
fall back on. Thank you, God bless you all, and God bless this
game.
###
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 28, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
FOR COMMUNICATIONS
FROM:
PATRICIA MACK BRYAN PUB
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
5 - Video Tapings: 1 - - Armed Forces Day,
2 - Proposed Video Message Barry Goldwater
Dinner, 3 - National Day of Prayer, 4 - Proposed
Video Message 30 second Volunteer PSA, 5 -
Baseball Hall of Fame
Pursuant to James W. Cicconi's staffing memorandum of April 28,
1989, Counsel's Office has reviewed the text of the above-
referenced tapings. Counsel's Office has no legal objection to
the proposed texts.
CC: James W. Cicconi
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 28, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
FOR COMMUNICATIONS
FROM:
PATRICIA MACK BRYAN DWB
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
5 - Video Tapings: 1 - Armed Forces Day,
2 - Proposed Video Message Barry Goldwater
Dinner, 3 - National Day of Prayer, 4 - Proposed
Video Message 30 second Volunteer PSA, 5 -
Baseball Hall of Fame
Pursuant to James W. Cicconi's staffing memorandum of April 28,
1989, Counsel's Office has reviewed the text of the above-
referenced tapings. Counsel's Office has no legal objection to
the proposed texts.
CC: James W. Cicconi
Document No.
031389
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
4/28/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
4:00 TODAY
5 VIDEO TAPINGS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
WINSTON
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
Lopez
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comment/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with an info copy to my office by 4:00 TODAY
Friday, April 28. Thank you.
GBR
RESPONSE:
Comments by phone
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
Now
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Tron
April 28, 1989
1959 APR 28 3 S:
Draft one
Title: AFD
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
ARMED FORCES DAY
Today, as a nation, we pause to acknowledge and salute the
men and women of the United States Armed Forces. While we
designate only one day a year to take stock of your service --
you know, and I know -- it's what you do every day that helps our
nation remain safe and secure.
For you, the men and women who protect our nation, have
answered the call of service. It's a call that demands great
sacrifice. I know some say it's just a job. But when a soldier
spends long hours on a cold night's sentry duty at the D.M.Z. in
Korea or at Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin, that's more than just a
job. When a sailor must put to sea for six months or more at a
time, and come home to find that the child who could barely
crawl, can walk and say a few words, he is not just filling a job
he's answering the call of service. And, when the mechanic who
inspects the plane's engine or ship's power plant one last time
and makes double and triple sure that every screw, every hose,
every weld is as it should be -- that mechanic is dedicating
himself or herself not simply to a job but to a concept of
service to country that is the highest in the world.
So, when the record of our time is finally written, I hope
it will be the story a triumph of peace and freedom throughout
the globe -- the story of the sunrise in the day of mankind's age
old aspirations. And on that day, who were the heroes,
-2-
generations to come will ask? And the answer will be you. As
your commander-in-chief, and as your friend, together we will
work to spin the thread of human dreams into a sturdy fabric of
peace.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
# # #
Tron
April 26, 1989
Draft two
Title: Goldwater
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BARRY GOLDWATER DINNER
What a great privilege it is to join you tonight, as we
celebrate the life of an outstanding American, one of the Party's
most important Republicans, and a good friend, Barry Goldwater.
As many of you know, I was a Goldwater delegate at the
Republican National Convention in '64, and proudly remember
casting my vote for our nominee. It was an exciting time back
then -- sure we lost the election, but we created a conservative
revolution that still leads the way today.
Barry, it's a real pleasure to add my congratulations on
your silver anniversary year. And, thank you for your love of
country, your vision, and even your candor. Barry, we miss you
in Washington. The Senate is a bit quieter now -- but your
accomplishments still echo throughout that chamber. And, Barry,
thanks for what you've given to your party. You inspired a whole
generation to action, and enkindled a political movement that
burns brightly today.
God bless you Barry, and happy 80th birthday.
###
Tron
April 27, 1989
1988 APR 28
BE
9
Draft one
Title: Prayer
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Good afternoon. It's a pleasure to join you as we mark an
important occasion, this year's National Day of Prayer. I know
that many of my friends are in this room today -- celebrating a
very significant tradition. The right of free, open, and
unrestricted prayer -- the very idea that attracted our forebears
to the New World.
Those who braved the long ocean journey from Europe to first
settle in America were men and women of varied, but equally
devout, religious beliefs. Many had been persecuted for those
beliefs at home, and they sought a new land where they might be
able to worship freely. Years later, our forefathers would
clearly remember this and begin our Bill of Rights with the
guarantee that "Congress shall make no law respecting an
establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise
thereof."
And, that's why we gather -- from the nation's ornate
capitol, to town halls across our country -- to
commemorate and reaffirm our national heritage of free and open
prayer.
Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of
America.
###
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
Title: Volunteer
1900 APR 22 ... S. S
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
:30-SECOND VOLUNTEER PSA
When you hear the word "volunteer," what do you think?
Neighbor helping neighbor? Or maybe it's the satisfaction and
inner pride you feel when you help someone else.
Volunteering means many things to many people -- but I know
one thing -- it's a great example of the American spirit.
People who volunteer don't do it for recognition or reward. They
help others because they care. That's why I call them "UNSUNG
AMERICANS", and they are people we can be proud of.
###
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft two
MIS
Title: Hall
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
BASEBALL HALL OF FAME
Welcome to the Baseball Hall of Fame where you'll wander
through the glory of baseball's past, and meet the legends of the
game.
When I visited Cooperstown, I was reminded of a story Dwight
Eisenhower once told of when he was a boy growing up in Kansas.
As the fable goes, Ike and a friend went fishing one warm summer
afternoon. Since the fish were a little quiet that day, the
youngsters talked about what they wanted to be when they grew up.
Eisenhower said that he hoped to be a major league ballplayer
like his idol, Honus Wagner. His young friend wanted to be
president of the United States. Years later, Ike observed,
"neither one of us got our wish".
Like so many ballplayers, fame and fortune on the diamond
proved elusive goals for me, but the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown,
is here for all baseball fans to cherish. I had the pleasure of
visiting in 1987; and as a result of a recent building program,
the Hall of Fame is bigger, and better than ever before. It's
truly baseball's showcase, where memories and dreams converge in
the ultimate experience for any baseball' fan.
I hope you enjoy today's visit through this special place.
And, to our young baseball fans I'd like to say, remember that if
you work hard enough you too might someday end up here. And, if
-2-
that doesn't work out, well, there's always the presidency to
fall back on. Thank you, God bless you all, and God bless this
game.
# # #
Tron
April 27, 1989
Draft one
Title: College
PROPOSED VIDEO MESSAGE
:20-second PSA -- 1989 COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
I still remember the thrill of playing in the College World
as a pitcher
Series in 1947 and 48 when I captained the Yale baseball team.
Today, the College World Series in Omaha is an American
institution -- it's college baseball at its best. F urge you to
attend these exciting games. It's a thrill you won't soon
forget.
# # #
HCT -
A few more video requests
that seem worth doing.
BTyes one BT 4/13 and date of actual
BTU
deading V also find event. net
Proposed copy -- Draft # 1
JOE H. BAKER
10814 CEDAR STREET
OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68144
(402) 393-2709
Client
1989 College World Series
Program
PSA
NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament
Length
30 Seconds Date
V.T.#
Video
Audio
v/o Ladies and Gentlemen, the President
of the United States.
MCU of President Bush
I REMEMBER THE THRILL OF PLAYING IN THE
wearing Yale baseball cap.
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN 1947 AND 1948 WHEN
I WAS A MEMBER OF THE YALE UNIVERSITY
BASEBALL TEAM.
CU of President Bush wearing
TODAY THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN OMAHA IS
College World Series cap
AN AMERICAN INSTITUTION
----
IT IS COLLEGE
and jacket.
BASEBALL AT ITS BEST. I URGE YOU TO ATTEND
THE EXCITING COLLEGE WORLD SERIES GAMES
IN OMAHA THIS JUNE.
SUPER:
V/O THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
JUNE 2nd THROUGH JUNE 10th
JUNE 2 - 10
AT ROSENBLATT STADIUM
ROSENBLATT STADIUM
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN OMAHA.
Proposed copy -- Draft # 1
JOE H. BAKER
10814 CEDAR STREET
OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68144
Client
(402) 393-2709
1989 College World Series
Program
PSA
NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament
Length
30 Seconds Date
V.T.#
Video
Audio
v/o Ladies and Gentlemen, the President
of the United States.
MCU of President Bush
I REMEMBER THE THRILL OF PLAYING IN THE
wearing Yale baseball cap.
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN 1947 AND 1948 WHEN
I WAS A MEMBER OF THE YALE UNIVERSITY
BASEBALL TEAM.
CU of President Bush wearing
TODAY THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN OMAHA IS
College World Series cap
AN AMERICAN INSTITUTION
----
IT IS COLLEGE
and jacket.
BASEBALL AT ITS BEST. I URGE YOU TO ATTEND
THE EXCITING COLLEGE WORLD SERIES GAMES
IN OMAHA THIS JUNE.
SUPER:
V/O THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
JUNE 2nd THROUGH JUNE 10th
...
JUNE 2 - 10
AT ROSENBLATT STADIUM
ROSENBLATT STADIUM
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN OMAHA.
JOE H. BAKER
10814 CEDAR STREET
OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68144
(402) 393-2709
(402) 393-2907
April 24, 1989
Mr. Barry Tron
Room 123
Old Executive Office Bldg.
White House
Washington, D.C. 20050
Dear Barry:
As we approach the first week of May, I hope that
everything is in readiness to tape the raw footage
for our College World Series public-service tele-
vision announcement.
I sent the props (caps and jacket) and revised copy
to you about 10-days ago, and I trust that every-
thing is there. As soon as we get the tape from you,
we are ready for the post editing session --- dubs
for the Omaha TV stations can be made and delivered
to the stations here almost overnight.
The College World Series in Omaha last year had a
record attendance of 132,698 --- 14,744 per session.
Naturally, this series is good for Omaha, but the
support shown here for this sports event is good
for all collegiate athletic activities.
The OMAHA WORLD HERALD prints a special College
World Series supplement just prior to the opening
game --- it contains CWS statistics, stories about
the eight teams featured in the series and items
about the support this series receives. The HERALD
has featured stories about our television public-
service efforts. I am enclosing stories that were
used in 1987 and 1988. When you are taping President
Bush for the 1989 announcements, I hope that you
could get a White House photographer to snap 2 or 3
candid shots of the taping-session that we could use
in connection with our 1989 story.
I will not clutter your busy days with a phone call.
However, I would appreciate hearing from you if you
have any problems or questions on this project.
Again, thank you for your cooperation and help.
Baker
CC: David Karnes
The College World Series
Baseball's Best
Rosenblatt Stadium
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Charles Ammons
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(402) 455-6408
OMAHA, May 21 - New York Mets star Mookie Wilson has been named the "television
spokesman" for the 1987 College World Series television public service campaign by the
College World Series public relations committee.
Mookie played in the 1977 College World Series when he was a member of the South
Carolina Gamecocks baseball team. In 1977, he hit .357 as he helped lead South Carolina
to the NCAA Atlantic Region Championship and second place in the College World
Series.
Now, at age 31, Mookie is the senior member of the World Champion New York
Mets. He is one of the most popular sports figures in the New York area.
Mookie says that he still remembers the thrills of playing the College World Series in
Omaha in 1977. "I remember the enthusiasm of the crowd and the hospitality of
everyone in Omaha," Mookie said during the taping session at Shea Stadium.
The 30-second announcement for the College World Series will be telecast as a
public service by the Omaha television stations and Cox Cable of Omaha. The production
costs were paid by a College World Series fan. Mookie's talent fee was $1.00 - just to
make it legal, according to a College World Series spokesman.
The 41st Annual College World Series will be played May 29 through June 7. The
College World Series has been played at Omaha's Rosenblatt Stadium for 38 years.
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Brandeis Ticket Office, Crossroads, 72nd & Dodge Streets, Omaha, Nebraska 68114
(College World Series letterhead)
(date)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Minnesota Twins pitching star, Frank Viola, has
been named the "television spokesman" for the 1988
College World Series television public-service campaign
by the College World Series public relations committee.
Frank Viola played in the 1980 College World
Series when he was a pitcher for the St. John's Redmen
baseball team. He was named to the All-America college
baseball team in 1981, his junior year. His record was
26-2, with an ERA of 1.67 in his three-year collegiate
career.
He made his major league debut in June of 1982 ---
he was the winningest lefthander in the majors in 1984.
In 1987 with the Minnesota Twins his record was 17-10
with an ERA of 2.90. He won game One and Seven of the
1987 World Series and was named World Series' Most
Valuable Player. He was selected for the American League
All Star Team in 1987.
Viola says that he still remembers the excitement
of playing in the College World Series in Omaha in 1980.
"I remember the total-involvement of the civic clubs and
the thousands of baseball fans in the Omaha area --- it
was a tremendous thrill for all of us on the teams,"
Viola said during the video taping session in Minneapolis.
The 30-second announcement for the College World
Series will be telecast as a public-service by the Omaha
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television stations. Production fees and the talent
fee were donated to the College World Series public
relations committee.
The 42nd Annual College World Series will be played
June 3 through June 11. The College World Series has
been played at Omaha's Rosenblatt Stadium for 39 years.
The Rosenblatt Stadium has been expanded and remodeled,
including new parking area, for the 1988 Series.
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BARRY
- PLEASE DON'T
JOE H. BAKER
FORGET THE SEAL
10814 CEDAR STREET
OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68144
WHEN you SEND THE
(402) 393-2907
TAPE TO ME.
BEST WISHES,
Jae
April 13, 1989
Dear Barry:
It was good talking to you this morning. I truly
appreciate your cooperation and efforts in behalf of
the 1989 College World Series.
You mentioned that the copy should be shortened. I
suggest we delete mention of the Yale University
baseball team --- the baseball uniform speaks for
itself. I have made a suggested copy-edit on the
enclosed piece of continuity. I think the spot would
be more dramatic if it opened on a black-and-white
photograph of President Bush in the Yale baseball
uniform --- I have a good print of that photo.
I hope that you can talk President Bush into wearing
the CWS cap and jacket --- it would have a tremendous
impact on the television viewers in our area. By the
way, should President Bush ask, the editing on these
announcements --- the dubs are made and the CWS spot
announcements are televised here by the Omaha television
stations without charge, as a public-service project.
A couple of added comments --- the post-editing crew
here prefers to work with 1" tape. I am enclosing a
copy of a note I received from the Sports Information
Director of Yale --- it is typical of the great cooperation
that we receive from everyone for the CWS. Lastly, please
call me if you have any problems or questions. I would
love to be there for the taping of the spot, but that
might be almost impossible.
Again, thank you for your support on this project.
Sincerely,
Joe Joe H. Baker
Proposed copy -- Draft # 1
REVISE
Client
1989 College World Series
Program
PSA
NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament
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Audio
PRESIDENTIAL SEAL
v/O Ladies and Gentlemen, the President
of the United States.
MCU of President Bush
I REMEMBER THE THRILL OF PLAYING IN THE
wearing Yale baseball cap.
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN 1947 AND 1948. WHEN
B&W PHOTO OF PRES. BUSH IN
I WAS A MEMBER OF THE YALE UNIVERSITY
YALE UNIV. BASEBALL UNIFORM.
BASEBALL TEAM.
CU of President Bush wearing
TODAY THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN OMAHA IS
College World Series cap
AN AMERICAN INSTITUION ---- IT IS COLLEGE
and jacket.
BASEBALL AT ITS BEST. I URGE YOU TO ATTEND
THE EXCITING COLLEGE WORLD SERIES GAMES
IN OMAHA THIS JUNE.
SUPER:
V/O THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
JUNE 2nd THROUGH JUNE 10th
...
JUNE 2 - 10
AT ROSENBLATT STADIUM
ROSENBLATT STADIUM
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN OMAHA.
Proposed copy -- Draft # 1
REVISE
Client
1989 College World Series
Program
PSA
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NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament
Length
: 30 Seconds Date
V.T.#
Video
Audio
PRESIDENTIAL SEAL
v/0 Ladies and Gentlemen, the President
of the United States.
MCU of President Bush
I REMEMBER THE THRILL OF PLAYING IN THE
wearing Yale baseball cap.
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN 1947 AND 1948. WHEN
PHOTO (B&W) OF PRESIDENT
BUSH IN YALE BASEBALL UNIFORM.
I WAS A MEMBER OF THE YALE UNIVERSITY
BASEBALL TEAM.
CU of President Bush wearing
TODAY THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES IN OMAHA IS
College World Series cap
AN AMERICAN INSTITUION ---- IT IS COLLEGE
and jacket.
BASEBALL AT ITS BEST. I URGE YOU TO ATTEND
THE EXCITING COLLEGE WORLD SERIES GAMES
IN OMAHA THIS JUNE.
SUPER:
V/O THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES
JUNE 2nd THROUGH JUNE 10th
...
JUNE 2 - 10
AT ROSENBLATT STADIUM
ROSENBLATT STADIUM
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN OMAHA.
Elliot Tannenbaum
Sports Information Director
Yale University
P. O. Box 402A Yale Station
New Haven, CT 06520
(203) 432-1456
Joe --
Here is the hat you requested -- size. 7 5/8, the
only size we had left. Hope it's not too big.
I've also enclosed the photo I mentioned, along
with another photo of Bush with Babe Ruth in
June. '48, about two months before Ruth's death.
It was a pre-game ceremony at which Ruth
presented the original manuscript of his
autobiography to the Yale library. As captain,
Bush accepted the book.
Hope the promo comes off as planned. Have a
great Series.
Sincerely,
Elliot
Elliot