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The original documents are located in Box 30, folder "Presidential Meetings with Members of The House of Representatives, 12/75" 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 Gerald Ford donated to the United States of America his copyrights in all of his unpublished writings in National Archives collections.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 30 of the Loen and Leppert Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library December 3, 1975 Dear Caldwell: This is in further reference to a call from your office, requesting the negatives of the photographs taken during the Congressional Hour, November 20th when you introduced Mr. Charles E. Fancher to the President. I have checked with the Photo Office and they advise that the negatives are the property of the President and are always retained at the White House. However, I am enclosing two sets of the photographs taken during the meeting and trust these will suffice. If you need additional ones please let me know. Sincerely, Charles Lepport, Jr. Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs Henerable Caldwell Butler House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Enclosures: 20NO75A7381-11A; #20NO75A7381-18A; 20NO75A7381-14A; and 20NO75A7381-10A. CL:mb GERMLO FORD LIBRARY December 1, 1975 MEMORANDUM FOR: PHOTO OFFICE FROM: NETA W. BROWN SUBJECT: Congressional Hour 11/20/75 Congressman Caldwell Butler has asked for all the negatives of the pictures taken during the Congressional Hour on November 20th when he brought Mr. Charles E. Fancher in to meet the President. Would this be possible for Congressman Butler? FORD & LIBRARY 076835 Butter- Negatives for Congr Hour need all that were taken FORD it LIBRARY 076835 November 24. 1975 Dear Caldwell: I am happy to enclose a group of pictures taken on November 20th during the Congressional Hour when you introduced Mr. Charles E. Fancher to the President. Mr. Ellis E. Meredith of the American Apparel Manufac- turers Association was also present, and is in some of the photographs. Sincerely, Charles Lepport, Jr. Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs Honorable Caldwell Butler House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Enclosures: (B1 & Wh) 5 each #20NO75A7381-14A and 18A. CL:mb GURALD FORD THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON MEETING WITH REP. CALDWELL BUTLER (R-Va.) Thursday, November 20, 1975 11:10 - 11:15 a.m. (5 minutes) The Oval Office VIA: Max L. Friedersdorf Vern Loen From: Charles Leppert, Jr. CLy. I. PURPOSE To give Rep. Caldwell Butler the opportunity to introduce his constituent, Mr. Charles E. Fancher, to the President. II BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background: 1. Rep. Butler on behalf of Mr. Ellis E. (Bud) Meredith has requested the opportunity to introduce his constituent Mr. Charles E. Fancher to the President. 2. Mr. Fancher is President of the Imperial Reading Corpora- tion in Lynchburg, Virginia. Mr. Fancher is a recognized leader in the nation's industrial community and serves as Chairman of the Board of the American Apparel Manufac- turers Association. 3. Mildred Leonard has corresponded with Mr. Meredith of the American Apparel Manufacturers Association and recommended the event. B. Participants: The President Rep. Caldwell Butler Mr. Ellis E. (Bud) Meredith Mr. Charles E. Fancher Charles Leppert (staff) C. Press Plan: White House photographers only 2 III TALKING POINTS 1. Mr. Fancher it is a pleasure to meet you. 2. I am told that the apparel, textile, fiber complex is America's largest industrial employer. How many does the complex employ generally? What effect did the recession have upon your employment? Is it coming back up? MEMORANDUM = or CALL 11/12/75 TO: Hera YOU WERE CALLED BY- YOU WERE VISITED BY- nancy K FORD PHONE NO. PLEASE CALL CODE/EXT. WILL CALL AGAIN IS WAITING TO SEE YOU RETURNED YOUR CALL WISHES AN APPOINTMENT MESSAGE Caldwell Butler has accepted and will bring the two men. Ms. Lee me Kenna - Butler's DATE office TIME RECEIVED 10/20-12:3Dnd BY /17 9:15 STANDARD FORM 63 GPO : 1969-o48-10-60841-1 332-389 63-108 REVISED AUGUST 1967 GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 V.H.Called V.H. THE WHITE HOUSE SCHEDULE PRO POSAL WASHINGTON Coved not make Cong. Hour DATE: August 1, 1975 THRU: Max Friedersdorf FROM: Vern Loen VL VIA: Warren S. Rustand 9/24 MEETING: Rep. M. Caldwell Butler (R-Va) DATE: Future Congressional Hour PURPOSE: Mr. Butler wishes to introduce to the President an important constituent, Mr. Charles E. Fancher, a Lynchburg textile executive. FORMAT: Oval Office - 5 minutes 11:20-25 PARTICIPANTS: The President Rep. M. Caldwell Butler (R-Va) Mr. Charles E. Fancher Vern Loen (staff) mr. Ellis E. (Bud) meredith (friend of the TP) SPEECH MATERIAL: Talking points RE: Mildred Leonard PRESS COVERAGE: Announce as part of Congressional Hour White House photographer STAFF: Vern Loen RECOMMEND: Max Friedersdorf PREVIOUS PARTICIPATION: None BACKGROUND: 1. Rep. Butler personally requested this meeting for a good supporter of his and the President. 2. Mr. Fancher is Chairman of the Board of the American Apparel Manufacturers Association and the President of his own textile firm in Lynchburg. -2- 3. Rep. Butler has been cautioned against any commercialization of the event. Main purpose is to have his constituent photographed with the President. 4. Mildred Leonard has had correspondence with Ellis E. (Bud) Meredith of the American Apparel Manufacturers Association in regard to this event. CC: Mildred Leonard Bill Baroody 1 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON Date: 8/1/75 TO: Vern FROM: Max L. Friedersdorf For Your Information Please Handle Please See Me Comments, Please Other do you have a schedule proposal in on Hus? for your file. AMA Karen cry made personal new Remove / our fill AMERICAN APPAREL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 1611 No. KENT STREET, SUITE 800, ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA 22209 (703) 524-1864 ELLIS E. MEREDITH PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER July 28, 1975 Dear Mildred: The attached re the photographic session for our Chairman will be self-explanatory. It looks as though Representative Butler is well down the road on this, so perhaps we won't need to bother you unless there's some unexpected hang-up. Thanks again for your usual unfailing willingness to be helpful. Warmest personal regards as always. Cordially, And EEM:ac Attachments Miss Mildred Leonard Personal Assistant to the President The White House Washington, DC 20500 AAXA AMERICAN APPAREL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 1611 No. KENT STREET, SUITE 800, ARLINGTON. VIRGINIA 22209 (703) 524-1864 ELLIS E. MEREDITH PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER July 28, 1975 Dear Caldwell: Many thanks for copying me with yours of the 24th to Chuck Fancher. You're really on the ball which certainly comes as no surprise. Jane Jordan, our Director of Public Relations, will be in touch with Ms. Goodson this week to make all the appro- priate arrangements for the press release which will accompany the anticipated photograph. Thanks very much for moving on this so promptly--it's a worthy cause. All the best. Cordially, Bud EEM:ac cc: Mr. Charles E. Fancher Honorable M. Caldwell Butler U. S. House of Representatives 109 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 M. CALDWELL BUTLER DISTRICT OFFICES: 6TH DISTRICT, VIRGINIA 313 U.S. POST OFFICE AND COURTHOU BUILDING MEMBER: 900 CHURCH STREET COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA 24505 COMMITTEE ON Congress of the United States 845-1378 HOUSE ADMINISTRATION 111 FEDERAL BUILDING AND POST OFFIC 109 house of Representatibes 200 S. WAYNE AVENUE WASHINGTON OFFICE: WAYNESBORO, VIRGINIA 22980 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING 942-7758 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 Mashington, D.C. 20515 (IN STAUNTON DIAL"0" ASK FOR ENTERPRISE (202) 225-5431 322 U.S. POST OFFICE AND COURTHOUS BUILDING 212 W. CHURCH AVENUE ROANOKE, VIRGINIA 24005 981-1231 July 24, 1975 Mr. Charles E. Fancher JUL 1975 President Imperial Reading Corporation 1920 Atherholt Road Lynchburg, Virginia 24505 Dear Chuck: I enjoyed having lunch with you and Bud today. It was nice of you to take the time to give me an opportunity to know Bud better. II will look forward to working with him. II have made arrangements with the appropriate people at the White House for you to meet with the B esident. The next time he has an picture taking session or the sort we discussed I will be immediately ctified and the President will see us briefly. I anticipate this will take place during the second week in September, that I will give you as much notice as possible. II am asking Bud, by copy of this letter, to contact Gayle Goodson in my office to arrange for an appropriate press release to accompany the photograph for forwarding to the Lynchburg papers. With kindest personal regards, I am Very truly yours, Colled M. Caldwell Butler VORD can Ellis E. Meredith AXXA AMERICAN APPAREL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 1611 No. KENT STREET, SUITE 800, ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA 22209 (703) 524-186-1 ELLIS E. MEREDITH PRESIDENT AND CHIBP OPERATING OFFICER July 25, 1975 Dear Caldwell: It was a real pleasure getting together with you over luncheon yesterday. When I got back to the office, I called Mildred Leonard and told her you would probably be in touch on the modus operandi for setting up the brief picture-taking session for Chuck Fancher with President Ford and yourself--me, too, if it works out. Mildred said she would very much like to hear from you and that she would probably alert Max Friedersdorf as to our interest in this session since Max apparently handles the logistics. So far as I'm concerned--and I admit I'm fairly prejudiced-- Chuck Fancher is the most important industrialist in America since he's the chief elected head of the crucial sector of the apparel/textile/fiber complex--America's largest industrial employer. We really appreciate your help on this. Anytime there's anything in the world that I or this office can do for you, please say the word. Best regards. Cordially, Bul EEM:ac cc: Mr. Charles E. Fancher Honorable M. Caldwell Butler U. S. House of Representatives 109 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 M. CALDWELL BUTLER DISTRICT OFFICES: 6TH DISTRICT, VIRGINIA 313 U.S. POST OFFICE AND COURTHOUSE BUILDING 900 CHURCH STREET MEMBER: LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA 24505 COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY Congress of the United States (804) 845-1378 COMMITTEE ON 111 FEDERAL BUILDING AND POST OFFICE HOUSE ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE ON house of Representatives 200 S. WAYNE AVENUE P.O. Box 1045 SMALL BUSINESS WAYNESBORO, VIRGINIA 22980 Washington, D.C. 20515 (703) 942-7758 WASHINGTON OFFICE: (IN STAUNTON DIAL "0" ASK FOR ENTERPRISE 758) 109 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING 109 U.S. POST OFFICE AND COURTHOUSE WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 BUILDING (202) 225-5431 212 W. CHURCH AVENUE P O. Box 885 ROANOKE, VIRGINIA 24005 (703) 981-1231 July 29, 1975 Miss Mildred V. Leonard Personal Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D. C. Dear Miss Leonard: I understand that Mr. Ellis E. Meredith, President of the American Apparel Manufacturers Association, Inc., has been in contact with you regarding our desire to arrange a brief picture taking session with President Ford and Mr. Charles E. Fancher, President of the Imperial Reading Corporation in Lynchburg, Virginia, Mr. Meredith and myself. I had previously contacted Vern Loen by telephone concerning this request, and he had advised me that we would be notified when the President arranges his next picture taking session of this sort. I would appreciate it if you could let us know if we need to make additional arrangements or requests. Mr. Fancher is a highly valued constituent and a recognized leader in our nation's industrial community. Thank you for your kind assistance in this matter. With kindest regards, I am Very truly yours, M Caldwell Anther M. Caldwell Butler THIS STATIONERY PRINTED ON PAPER MADE WITH RECYCLED FIBERS Copies Vern form THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON August 4, 1975 Dear Representative Butler: Mr. Ellis Meredith did mention to me your interest in meeting with President Ford for the purpose of intro- ducing Mr. Charles E. Fancher, President of the Imperial Reading Corporation in Lynchburg, Virginia. Mr. Meredith has known President Ford for some time, but told me he too, would like to be present at the meeting. I have checked with Vern Loen and he has contacted the President's scheduling office in an effort to arrange the appointment. I am sure it will be worked out-but in looking ahead at President Ford's schedule, it is very difficult to say just when. As you know, he is planning to be away from Washington most of August and the few days he will be here appear to be completely filled. In any event, I know Vern will be as helpful as possible in arranging for the appointment at the first opportunity, and I will be certain that the President knows of your letter to me. Sincerely, missused Leonard (Miss) Mildred Leonard Personal Assistant Honorable M. Caldwell Butler 109 Cannon Building Washington, D. C. 20515 Thurs. CONGRESSIONAL HOUR - NOVEMBER 20 - 11:00 a.m. The following are approved, and invitations can be made: All meet- ings will be in the Oval Office, participants to be cleared through the Northwest Gate, EXCEPT for the Griffin/Vander Jagt "turkey" please clear thru Southwest Gate, for the Rose Garden. 11:00-11: 05 - Zablocki (Loen) 11:05-11:10 - Frey (Loen) 11:10-11:15 - Butler (Loen) 11:15-11:20 - Mahon (Loen) 11:20-11:25 - Bafalis (Loen) 11:25-11:30 - Bud Brown (Loeffler) 11:30-11:35 - Moss/Mckay (Kendall) 11:35-11:40 - Beall (Kendall) 11:40-11:45 - Cranston (O'Donnell) 11:45-11:55 - Griffin/Vander Jagt (Kendall) Rose Garden Please remember that there will be no additions to those partici- pating in these events. SCHEDULE PROPOSAL DATE: December 11, 1975 THRU: Max Friedersdorf THE WHITE HOUSE FROM: Vern Loen WASHINGTON VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: Rep. Philip E. Ruppe (R-Mich.) DATE: Next Congressional Hour or some time during the week of December 15 PURPOSE: Mr. Ruppe wishes to present to the President some unique Christmas Cards from an elementary school in his district. FORMAT: The Oval Office - 5 minutes PARTICIPANTS: The President Rep. Philip E. Ruppe (R-Mich.) Vern Loen (staff) SPEECH MATERIAL: Talking points PRESS COVERAGE: White House photographer House Republican photographer STAFF: Vern Loen RECOMMEND: Max Friedersdorf PREVIOUS PARTICIPATION: The President is well acquainted and served with Mr. Ruppe BACKGROUND: 1. These unique Christmas cards are addressed to the "President and the people of the United States" from the Watersmeet Township Elementary School in Michigan's Upper nancy Kcalled Peninsula. 12/12 - Plannot do- 2. This community presented the "People's called Regret x - spoke w/ Christmas Tree" for the Capitol grounds this year. Paul Hillegonds a.a. 3. Mr. Ruppe feels this would be fine publicity, 4:20 on 12/12 not only for himself, but also for the President just before Chirstmas. APPROVE DISAPPROVE RED TAG SCHEDULE PROPOSAL DATE: December 12, 1975 THRU: Max Friedersdorf FROM: Vern Loen VL THE WHITE HOUSE VIA: Bill Nicholson WASHINGTON MEETING: Video taping session for Rose Bowl Parade and Bicentennial kick-off on January 1, 1976 DATE: Next Friday, December 19, 1975 PURPOSE: To mark the start of the Bicentennial FORMAT: Taping in the Oval Office PARTICIPANTS: The President SPEECH MATERIAL: To be provided did not year do STAFF: Paul Theis Milton Mitler (Bicentennial Office) RECOMMEND: Rep. Carlos Moorhead (R-Calif.) (local contact is Jim Stivers - phone numbers are: AC (213) 795-9396 office / 449-4100 Tournament of Roses office, and 351-8223 home) BACKGROUND: 1. This video tape is to be viewed on at least three national networks (CBS, NBC and Metromedia) and overseas. It will be shown at the start of the Rose Bowl Parade coverage. 2. This video taped message was requested by Mr. Ralph S. Helpbringer, President of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association. 3. They would like the President to make a three minute speech. His message will be part of the prologue leading into the parade. 4. Rep. Moorhead's office expects to receive a suggested format for programming purposes. Also requested are six tapes allowing one extra in case of loss or damage. However, they will duplicate from one original tape if necessary. APPROVE DISAPPROVE CC: Paul Theis Milton Mitler Stations involved : CBS - NBC - and Metromedia also, two local stations, KTLA (Southern California) KMEX (Mexico) 1. White House can make one tape and they can duplicate it. 2. They would prefer White House make six (6) original tapes allowing one extra in case of loss or damage 3. They would like a three (3) minute speech 4. The format that is planned is that this message is a portion and part of the prologue leading into the parade 5. They will telecopy (to Moorhead's office) on Monday a suggested format for programing purposes. did not do tapesig networks dvould not do + provision Equal time December 6, 1975 Dear Congressmen: Vern Loen has forwarded, along with his own personal endorsement, your letter of November 20 to the President concerning the invitation extended to him by Mr. Ralph S. Helpbringer and the members of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association to attend the 87th Tournament of Roses and 62nd Rose Sowl football game on January 1, 1976, in Pasadena. The President is most appreciative of your interest and thoughtfulness in his doing this and, as he indicated to you when you personally spoke with him about the matter when you were in on November 20, he would like to be present if at all possible. Most regrettably, however, as his schedule has developed for late December and early January, it will not be possible for him to plan a trip to California whereby he could participate in the Tournament of Roses and attend the Rose Bowl game on January 1 in Pasadena. with the President's very best wishes to you, Sincerely, William W. Nicholson Director Scheduling Office The Nonorable Carlos J. Moorhead House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Enclosure on copy of letter to Mr. Helpbringer of this date. Courtesy copy to Cong. Moorhead bee: Vern Loen and : Milt Mitler routed through Mr. Loen before dispatch bee QURNLD FORD LIBRARY Sam FAX Manume - December 6, 1975 Dear Mr. Helpbringer: On behalf of the President, I wish to acknowledge your letter of October 1 inviting him to attend the 87th Tournament of Roses and the 62nd Rose Bowl football game in Pasadena on New Year's Day. The President is most appreciative of your thoughtful- ness and that of all those of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association and has been pleased also to have both Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead and Mr. Hartmann strongly endorse this very cordial and appealing invita- tion. If at all possible, the President would like to come out to Pasadena for the festivities on January 1 but, most regrettably, as his schedule for late December and early January has developed, he will be unable to plan a trip to California. with the President's very best wishes to you and, again, an expression of his warm thanks for your invitation. Sincerely, William W. Nicholson Director Scheduling Office Mr. Ralph S. Helpbringer President Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association 391 South Orange Grove Boulevard Pasadena, California 91105 Courtesy copy to Cong. Moorhead beer Mr. Hartmann : two for Nancy Gemmell BERNED FORD LIERAST WWN:MHR:em MOORHEAD, CARLOS J. PRES. MESSAGES December 5, 1975 Dear Mr. Moorhead: Enclosed is the message which was requested from the President for the souvenir edition for the Tournament of Roses. Best of wishes to you for the Bicentennial era. Sincerely, Milton E. Mitler Deputy Special Assistant Nonorable Carlos J. Moorhead House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Enclosure sjd 2cc: Sandy Drake CC: Vern Loen--FYI CC: Mary Rawlins-FYI GERMAD FORD LIBRARY November 29, 1975 Next year marks the beginning of our Third Century as an Independent Nation as well as the 200th Anniversary of the American Revolution. For two centuries our Nation has grown, changed and flourished. A diverse people, drawn from all corners of the earth, have joined together to fulfill the promise of democracy. America's Bicentennial is rich in history and in the promise and potential of the years that lie ahead. It is about the events of our past, our achievements, our traditions, our diversity, our freedoms, our form of government and our continuing commitment to a better life for all Ameri- cans. The Bicentennial offers each of us the opportunity to join with our fellow citizens in honoring the past and preparing for the future in comunities across the Nation. Thus, in joining together as races, nationalities, and individuals, we also re- tain and strengthen our traditions, back- ground and personal freedom. As we lay the cornerstone of America's Third Century, the very special part in this national undertaking by the Tourna- ment of Roses in its 1976 theme, "America, Let's Celebrate," and the special edition of the Pasadena Star-News to commemorate the occasion, are most commendable. bc: D. Downtown R. Nessen J. Connor GERALD FORD LIBRANA E. Hasek 3c: S. Drake Individual: Honorable Carolos J. Moorhead Constituent: Ray McConnell Sovenir Edition for the Tournament of Roses 1/1/76 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON November 24, 1975 MEMORANDUM FOR: BILL NICHOLSON THROUGH: MAX FRIEDERSDORF VERN LOEN FROM: TOM LOEFFLER SUBJECT: Invitation for the President to attend the Tournament of Roses on New Year's Day For your information, during his congressional hour audience with the President on Thursday, November 20, Congressman Carlos Moorhead (R. -Calif.) personally extended an invitation for the President to appear at the Tournament of Roses on New Year's Day. At the same time, the Congressman also handed to the President a written letter of invitation to the event. The President's response merely acknowledged the invitation and indicated his desire to be present if at all possible. November 21, 1975 Dear Carlos: Thank you for your letter of November 20 in which you request that the President send a letter to be printed In the souvenir edition for the Tournament of Roses. I understand this message la needed before December 7th. I also wish to thank you for your kind invitation to the President to be present for the beginning of the Parade on January 1, 1976. I will be pleased to pass on these requests for consideration and will be back in touch with you as soon as a decision has been made. With kind personal regards, I am Sincerely yours, Vernon c. Loon Deputy Assistant to the President Honorable Carlos J. Moorhead House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 VCL:vh bcc: Eliska Hasek w/incoming for action Bill Nicholson w/incoming for action STATES FORD CARLOS J. MOORHEAD NOV 21 1975 COMMITTEES: 220 DISTRICT, CALIFORNIA JUDICIARY ROOM 1208 SUBCOMMITTEE ON ADMINISTRATIVE LAW LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, D.C. 20515 Congress of the United States AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS (202) 225-4176 INTERSTATE AND FOREIGN ROOM 404 house of Representatives COMMERCE 420 N. BRAND BOULEVARD SUBCOMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND POWER GLENDALE. CALIFORNIA 91203 (213) 247-8445 Washington, D.C. 20515 ROOM 618 November 20, 1975 301 EAST COLORADO BOULEVARD PASADENA. CALIFORNIA 91101 (213) 792-6168 Mr. Vernon C. Loen Deputy Assistant to the President The White House Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Vern: The enclosed correspondence has been sent to me by Special Delivery because of the time element involved. Ray McConnell, Executive Editor of the STAR-NEWS in Pasadena also personally telephoned me to see if we could get a letter from the President for this publication on this year's Tourna- ment of Roses. You will note he has also included a suggested draft. I hope that it will be possible to have such a letter from the President in the Souvenir edition and shall appreciate hearing from you. The deadline for the material is December 7. We are also hoping that it will be possible for the President to personally be present and to address the nation at this "kickoff event" of our 200th birthday celebration prior to the beginning of the parade. This opening celebration will be incorporated into the television coverage of three networks and two independent stations and will be seen around the world. I spoke with him personally about it during my visit to the White House this morning. It would be an honor for all Americans to have our President participate in this historic event. Sincerely, Carl CARLOS J. MOORHEAD Member of Congress CJM:aa enclosure STAR-NEWS 525 EAST COLORADO BOULEVARD, PASADENA, CALIFORNIA, 91109 (213) 796-0311 / MORNING / EVENING / SUNDAY From the desk of RAY MCCONNELL Executive Editor Dear Carlos, The deadline for our Tournament of Roses Souvenir edition, which will be published Dec. 29 and given saturation distribution on the three days preceding New Years, is Dec. 7. If would be a gree great boost for us if we could get a letter from the President by that time, for incorporation on the lead page of the edition. Thanks for any help you can give, Ray Ray McConnell Nov.18,1975 (hand-detinered) Mr. Ray McConnell, Executive Editor, Star-News, 525 Bast Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, California, 91109. Dear Mr. McConnell: It is a matter of pride for all Americans that the 1976 Tournament of Roses officially kicks off the Bicentenneal Year of the United States. It's theme, "America, Let's Celebrate,' is a fitting invitation to all of us to enter this historic year with joy, and with thanksgiving for the beauty amd majesty sof our democratic institutions. The pageantry of Pasadena's New Year's Day parade appropriately signifies the glories of America's freedoms, and the spirit of the classic Rose Bowl football game reflects some of the inner fire that has animated our 200-year struggle to secure and enlarge those freedoms. I extend my heartiest congratulations to the Pasadena Star-News for this souvenir edition and to the many hundreds who are participating in this magnificent and memorable celebration, and my greetings to the millions whose hearts it will refresh. Let us make it the New Year's resolve of all Americans that the Spirit of '76 shall continue to inspire this and all succeeding generations in advancing, under God, the cause of liberty and justice for all. Sincerely Gerald R. Ford Sentvia Telecopier 1776 STAR-NEWS 1 1976 Tournament of Rose Edition AMERICA, LET'S CELEBRATE! R.FORD We're proud that the Jan. 1, 1976, Tournament of Roses Parade Rose Bowl Football Game will officially commence the United Sta LISSANY Bicentennial Year. The theme of the Tournament changes annually to reflect conte porary moods. Thus, "America, Let's Celebrate!" was chosen as our 1 theme and the 1976 Tournament was chosen as the kick-off event for national celebration of the Bicentennial. I believe the Tournament of Roses and the Bicentennial itself help provide a reference point for modern America. The 1976 celebrat will offer a moment of stability and chance for reflection in a period great social growth. It will allow all Americans to congratulate oursel for a job well done, and to look to the future. Two centuries of noble achievement by dedicated, hard-work Americans will serve as inspiration in the designing of the 60 parade flc as well as being incorporated into all other facets of the Tournamer numerous events. As an outstanding showcase of originality and artistry, the Tour ment draws spectators from all over the world each New Year's Day an seen by more than 100 million on television and in movies. I am pleased that the Star-News and the Tournament Associat are cooperating to provide a special Tournament of Roses edition enhance enjoyment of the day's festivities. Sincerely, approved THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 15, 1975 MEMORANDUM FOR: BILL NICHOLSON THROUGH: MAX FRIEDERSDORF VERN LOEN VL FROM: TOM LOEFFLER SUBJECT: December 11 Schedule Proposal Submitted on behalf of Rep. Joe Waggonner, Jr. (D. -La.) As you know, Congressman Waggonner has extended an invitation to the President to appear in the Shreveport-Bossier City area on May 1 and 2, 1976. The President would be a participant in the "Holiday in Dixie" Festival. Congressman Waggonner would like some indication from the White House as to the possibility that this invitation will be accepted. The reason for his interest stems from the fact that presently the planning committee for the Festival is in the process of solidifying the various activities and their dates. Congressman Waggonner would like to be able to confirm the President's participation while he is in Louisiana during the holiday season. THE WHITE HOUSE SCHEDULE PROPOSAL WASHINGTON DATE: December 11, 1975 FROM: Tom Loeffle THRU: Max Friedersdorf Vern Loen 12 VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: Rep. Joe Waggonner, Jr. (D. -La.) DATE: May 1 and May 2, 1976 PURPOSE: To participate in the "Holiday in Dixie" Festival in Shreveport/Bossier City, Louisiana area SPEECH MATERIAL: To be appropriately prepared for events STAFF: Tom Loeffler RECOMMEND: Max Friedersdorf OPPOSED: None PREVIOUS PARTICIPATION: None BACKGROUND: 1. The "Holiday in Dixie" Festival is an annual 10-day event held each spring in the Shreveport/Bossier City, Louisiana area. Daily activities during this 10-day period include parades, social events, queen's pageants, along with various public and private parties. It is scheduled for April 23 thru May 2, 1976. 2. The Congressman strongly urges that the President attend the Festival on May 1 and May 2. A) He suggests an arrival in the late afternoon of Saturday, May 1, to participate in the Ambassador Club Party which would take place that evening. This is a very exclusive club whose membership is limited to outstanding leaders throughout the United States and primarily the Southwest. Approximately 900 to 1000 persons will be present. It will be held at the private home of Mr. and Mrs. Dalton Woods. - 2 - B) On Sunday morning, May 2, Rep. Waggonner recommends that the President participate in an air show to be held- at the Barksdale Air Force Base just outside Shreveport. It is anticipated that there will be a crowd of 100, 000 to 150, 000 persons. 3. Earlier this fall the President was unable to accept an invitation from the Congressman to attend the Louisiana State Fair. However, the President has personally stated to the Congressman that he would very much like to visit in Waggonner's district. Subsequent to the President's regret, Rep. Waggonner was assured by White House staff that every effort would be made to arrange a Presidential appearance next spring. The event described above, therefore, is Waggonner's renewed invitation. He is extremely interested in this Presidential appearance because of his strong admiration and support for the President, as well as this visit would be the first time a United States President has ever appeared in the Shreveport area. APPROVE DISAPPROVE THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 15, 1975 GREET CHAIRMAN GEORGE H. MAHON (D. -TEXAS) Tuesday, December 16, 1975 11:00 a.m. (5 minutes) The Oval Office Via: Max Friedersdorf From: Tom Loeffler T.L. I. PURPOSE Opportunity for Chairman Mahon to present the President a memorandum which manifests the views of oil and gas producers from the Midland-Odessa, Texas area and strongly recommends a Presidential veto of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975. II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background 1. Chairman Mahon is extremely concerned over the effects of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 if enacted into law. The Chairman strongly opposes this legislation and heartily recommends that the President give very serious consideration to vetoing this bill. 2. Chairman Mahon has been in close contact with constituents who are active in the oil and gas industry in the Midland-Odessa, Texas area. As a result of these contacts, the Chairman wishes to present the President with a memorandum setting forth the views of those persons involved in the production of oil and gas. B. Participants: The President Chairman George Mahon Tom Loeffler (staff) - 2 - C. Press Plan Announce to press White House photographer only III. TALKING POINTS 1. As you know, last January I submitted to Congress a comprehensive energy plan which would rely upon the free market system to return this nation to a position of sufficient domestic energy supplies. 2. I am hopeful that we, the Congress and the Executive, will soon have in place an energy plan for the American people which will in the most effective and equitable manner decrease demands for energy, increase domestic supplies and ultimately achieve energy independence for this country. THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON file December 5, 1975 MEMORANDUM FOR: MAX FRIEDERSDORF THROUGH: VERN LOEN VL FROM: TOM LOEFFLER J.L. SUBJECT: Request by Chairman George Mahon (D. -Texas) Chairman Mahon is extremely interested in the effects of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975. On Wednesday evening I met with the Chairman and his constituents who are active in the oil and gas industry in and around Midland, Texas. One of the participants in the meeting, Mr. Charles Fraser, has prepared a critique of the energy pricing legislation. Pursuant to the Chairman's request, we have assisted in making this critique available to FEA, Bill Seidman, and Alan Greenspan. During the course of this meeting the Chairman strongly indicated his desire to meet in the near future with the President concerning the energy pricing legislation. N/W GATE Present meno RE VIEWS of O+6 PRODUCERS of Mid- od. — Strongly Recommend Veto- suggests Thes. giving very serious consid to veto petition wrging reto of energy bill THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON RApeR! December 5, 1975 MEMORANDUM FOR: L. WILLIAM SEIDMAN THROUGH: MAX FRIEDERSDORF VERN LOEN VL FROM: TOM LOEFFLER SUBJECT: Request by Chairman George Mahon (D. -Texas) During a meeting Wednesday evening, Chairman Mahon asked that I make available for your review and analysis the attached critique of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 prepared by Mr. Charles D. Fraser of the First National Bank of Midland, Midland, Texas. Chairman Mahon has also presented this critique to John Hill for review by FEA. Enclosure CC: Alan Greenspan Charlie Leppert to Vern A TYI FORD & THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 17, 1975 RECOMMENDED TELEPHONE CALL TO: Congressman Charles A. Mosher DATE: At the President's convenience RECOMMENDED n.1. BY: Max Friedersdorf and Vern Loen PURPOSE: To express the President's regret that Congressman Mosher has decided to retire from the Congress and to express appreciation for his support. BACKGROUND: Last week Congressman Mosher announced his retirement. He has held an elective office since 1945 and has served Ohio's thirteenth district since 1960. He is the ranking minority member on the House Science and Technology Committee and the senior minority member on the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. Congressman Mosher has been a leading spokesman for both the Congress and the Republican party on energy and the environment. He played a key role in getting the ERDA Authorization Bill passed this year. He has been a leading figure in the Congress on science education and oceanographic legislation. In his retirement announcement Mr. Mosher stressed his close identification with civil rights causes and the environment. He feels that it is better to retire too soon than too late and he fully intends to engage in new activities. TOPICS OF DISCUSSION: 1. The President might express his appreciation for Mosher's strong work on the ERDA Authorization Bill which was a breakthrough on synthetic fuel programs. That conference report, however, was partially turned down by the House last Monday and is currently being negotiated with the Senate. President called -2- 2. The Congressman and Mrs. Mosher have "declared our personal independence to seek our freedom as of January 3, 1977." Mrs. Mosher (Harriet) will be joining the Congressman in new endeavors and you might wish them success in whatever they undertake. 3. You might express your appreciation for the long friendship which you enjoyed with Congressman Mosher while you were colleagues in the House and during your tenure as Minority Leader. Date of Submission: December 17, 1975 Action: December 17, 1975 Dear Carlos: Enclosed are some more pictures taken during your meeting with the President on November 20. I am pleased to send them to you with the best wishes of the President. With kind personal regards, I am Sincerely yours, Vernon C. Less Deputy Assistant to the President Honorable Carlos J. Moorhead House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 VCL:vh enclosures (3) b & * 20NO75A7383-07 (2)b &w 20No75A7383-05 GERALD ADVERIT . FORD November 21, 1975 Dear Carlos: Enclosed are the pictures taken during your meeting with the President during the Congressional Hour on November 20. I am pleased to send them to you with the best wishes of the President. With kind personal regards, I am Sincerely yours, Vernon c. Leen Deputy Assistant to the President Honorable Carlos J. Moorhead House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 VCL:vh enclosures (5) 20No75A7382-33A is (5) 20NO75A8382-37A (5) 20NO75A7383-09 FORD is LIBRARY GIVEND THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON November 18, 1975 MEETING WITH REP. CARLOS J. MOORHEAD (R-CALIF.) Thursday, November 20, 1975 11:15 a.m. (5 minutes) The Oval Office Via: Max Friedersdorf Thru: Vern Loen I. PURPOSE To permit Mr. Moorhead to present the results of a newspaper poll in Glendale and Burbank, California, in support of a Constitutional amendment making it compulsory for Congress to balance the federal budget. II. BACKGROUND, PARTICIPANTS AND PRESS PLAN A. Background: 1. The Glendale News-Press and Burbank Daily Review, both in Moorhead's district, recently conducted a readers pollon the question, "do you favor a Constitutional amendment making it compulsory for Congress to balance the federal budget. 11 The results were overwhelmingly favorable. 2. Rep. Moorhead co-sponsored a bill on January 4, 1975, with 18 colleagues to propose such a Constitutional amendment. 3. Rep. Moorhead's presentation of this poll is timely in view of the Administration's current efforts to obtain a $395 billion spending ceiling for FY'77. -2- ia Participants: The President Rep. Carlos J. Moorhead (R-Calif.) Vern Loen (staff) C. Press Plan: Announce to press - White House photographer III. TALKING POINTS 1. Carlos, I think the results of this newspaper poll reflect the overwhelming sentiments of the American people that we must get a handle on federal spending. 2. I appreciate the almost unanimous Republican support in the House for my efforts to cut federal spending by $28 billion in the next fiscal year. 3. I believe that my proposal for a $395 billion spending ceiling coupled with a $28 billion tax cut would be a speedier way to accomplish what your constituents clearly want us to achieve. But at best it would take three years to get a balanced budget because of the mandated spending already involved. 4. It is clear that your consistent voting record for economy in government reflects the views of your constituents. SCHEDULE PROPOSAL THE WHITE HOUSE DATE: Novmeber 14, 1975 WASHINGTON THRU: Max Friedersdorf FROM: Vern Loen VIA: Bill Nicholson MEETING: Rep. Carlos J. Moorhead (R-Calif.) DATE: Congressional Hour on November 20 at 11:15 a. m. PURPOSE: To permit Mr. Moorhead to present the results of a newspaper poll in Glendale and Burbank, California, in support of a Constitutional amendment making it compulsory for Congress to balance the federal budget. FORMAT: The Oval Office - 5 minutes PARTICIPANTS: The President Rep. Carlos J. Moorhead (R-Calif.) Vern Loen (staff) SPEECH MATERIAL: Talking points to be provided PRESS COVERAGE: Announce to press as part of Congressional Hour White House photographer only STAFF: Vern Loen RECOMMEND: Max Friedersdorf BACKGROUND: 1. The Glendale News-Press and Burbank Daily Review, both in Moorhead's district, recently conducted a readers poll on the question, "do you favor a Constitutional amendment making it compulsory for Congress to balance the federal budget. " The results were overwhelmingly favorable. 2. Rep. Moorhead co-sponsored a bill on January 4, 1975, with 18 colleagues to propose such a Constitutional amendment. 3. This event would be timely in view of the President's current efforts to obtain a $395 billion spending ceiling for FY'77. APPROVE DISAPPROVE November 10, 1975 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD-Extensions of Remarks 5977 Evenythose who might have preferred to be low levels, and several major companies recently conducted a readers' poll on the cuddled and supported had to contribute be- have gone out of business in recent question Do you favor & constitutional cause there was choice. The results: A weeks, notably the huge Grant free enterprise capitalistic society. And be- amendment making it compulsory for cause it offered the opportunity, it created in chain and Railway Express Co. Congress to balance the Federal an: unprecedented short space of time; the To. me, these newest figures reveal, budget?" most advanced industrial society and the once again, that despite the rhetoric of Last January 14. cosponsored a bill highest standard of living the world has every the administration, the economy is not with 18 of my colleagues which seen. How can you fault the basics of such back on the road to stability, nor are our proposes. amendment doing just that a system? just remember that if we people off the unemployment payrolls want to continue its success and retain by providing that appropriations made its vitality that we must subject it to con- and enjoying the prosperity they once byrthe United States shall not exceed tinuous critical review, update and improve- enjoyed in the past. And, it is, once its revenues. ments. Above all, it must continue to offer the again, time to stop pretending, and be- I thought the results of the poll were opportunity to all. Last but not least, to gin a plan of action to help the thou- very interesting and pointed out the make it a practical working system, we must sands who are out of work great concerns of our citizens for fiscal- make sure that its gears mesh with our With inflation rising and unemploy- responsibility in Government. They are political system. ment growing, our situation is rapidly printed here for the benefit of other I believe that a recognition by both parties reaching an intolerable stage. And, these Members who may be interested: of their mutuality of interests resulting in a true. economic partnership of capital and- figures do not even reflect the total pic- CONGRESS TAKE NOTE! POLL INDICATES labor to be the first and most essential goal ture; there are at least a million people AMERICANS STRONGLY FAVOR AMENDMENT to be reached. After all, what is capital other presently with no work, those who do not For the past three weeks two daily news- than: accumulated labor, increased or de- register on unemployment totals because papers in this area, the Giendale News-Press creased as a result of risk taking. It is my: they have exhausted their benefits or and The Burbank Daily Review, have con- personal opinion that the profit sharing sys- have become diseouraged in their search ducted a Readers' Poll, asking the question tem outlined tihis morning by Mr. Metzger for employment. Therefore, it is not an "Do you favor a constitutional amendment offers the soundest and most practical ap- making it compulsory for Congress to bal- proach to this goal. exaggeration to claim that we have close ance the federal budget?" I would like to reiterate: Without a to 10 million unemployed people in our To help readers understand the meaning healthy foundation, no industry can prosper, country, in addition to those who are of deficit spending and its related effects if it survives at all. Therefore, I recommend currently underemployed. on inflation, taxation etc., these newspapers to all of you that you devote some serious These statistics would be startling by published a series of articles in conjunction hought, time and effort to the general eco- themselves, even if we ignored the possi- with the Readers' Poll. nomic and social condition of our country. bility of further unemployment due to the Men and women at professional and non- Last, want to thank Mr. Ray North, professional levels, students, housewives and our national president, for the honor of this financial crisis and the proposed layoffs many others were interviewed and their year's, conference chairmanship. I want to by the city of New York. However, thou- comments factually reported. Every effort. the conference: committee members sands of people in New York are in jeop- was made to keep the Issues simple and for their help in formulating our program ardy of losing their jobs. And, as we all clear; and to avoid partisan politics. and & special thanks to Jaspar Baker and Al know, a city or local government can Voters were provided with the opportunity Filiatraultawho were always ready to help cause the unemployment rate to rise just to comment if they wished, and every com- and without exception, 100% cooperative. My as well as any private industry. In addi- ment, together with the name and area ad- sincere thanks also to Fred Stevens whose dress of the voter, was published in the news- dedication to our industry, our port and club tion, the loss of a city job can cause the papers; and in fact will continue to be Dub- is renowned and without whom this conven- loss or reduction of buying power just as lished in several issues to come. tion and conference not have taken can the loss of a job with private indus- As Readers' Poll coupons returned place in Fort Lauderdale. Last, but not least, try. For these reasons, the inflation and by mail, it was evident from-the beginning my thanks to the general convention chair- unemployment figures released for the that voters strongly favored a constitutional man, Arthur Erb, deputy convention-confer- month of October have increased signifi- amendment making it compulsory for Con- ence chairman Paul deMariano and our local president, Robert Santos. It is & privilege and cance; they are guaranteed to soar when gress to balance the federal budget, irrespec- the city of New York defaults. tive of the consequences. it has been & great pleasure to work with each This trend became so apparent that & spe- and everyone of you. In light of this situation, It is surely cial appeal was made for "No" voters, with Thank you!!! the time for the Federal Government to little effect. "Yes" votes continued to domi- act. It is time for the Government to aid nate, and the vehemency of the anti-Con- New York, to help the city keep its em- gress comments strengthened. A WORSENING ECONOMIC ployees on the city payrolls, for no self- At no time was this considered to be SITUATION serving pronouncement exuding opti- professional poll; just two newspapers test- ing readers' reaction to & simple question of mism about the economy is going to national importance. HONDLEO C. ZEFERETTI change our economic climb toward ramp- But If the voting, carefully counted with NEW YORK ant unemployment and inflation. The all ballots signed by the voter, shown below Federal Government must, therefore, be- is any indication of how constituents IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gin. by assuring financial guarantees to throughout. the country feel about federal Monday, November 10, 1975 our local governments. And, it must ex- deficit spending, then Congress has a major tend credit to municipalities to halt fur- problem on its hands. Mr. ZEFERETTL Mr. Speaker, the abor Department reported recently that ther erosion of the economy. The latest count, with ballots still coming in, is: wholesale prices of our Nation rose The figures issued by the Department Those favoring a constitutional amend- 8 percent in October, the steepest rise of Labor are ominous, And, time is short. ment making It compulsory for Congress to the past year. And, to make matters The Federal Government must act. And, balance the federal budget. worse, it was reported that whole- there is no better time than now. "Yes," 1,100. prices of industrial commodities, the Those against: measure of basic inflationary pres- "No", 30. recorded their highest increase in CONGRESS TAKE NOTE: POLL IN- The breakdown of "Yes" votes is: DICATES AMERICANS STRONGLY Glendale 713, Burbank 387. (men 566, ear. FAVOR AMENDMENT women 534). Our Nation's unemployment rose The breakdown of "No" votes is: 8.3 to 8.6 percent during October, Glendale 22, Burbank 8 (men 22, women d the number of jobless people climbed HON. CARLOS J. MOORHEAD 8) up to more than 8 million for the OF CALIFORNIA It is expected to be able to publish a final time since May of this year. At least IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Readers' Poll result after ballots stop being other 230,000 people were listed as out mailed in about a week's time work in October, with the jobless rate Monday, November 10, 1975 This total of 1,130 voters from Glendale adult men standing at 7.1. percent, Mr. MOORHEAD of California. Mr. and Burbank may be considered only a small adult women 7.8 percent, for teen- voice in this vast nation of ours. But if news- Speaker, two of the leading newspapers 19.9 percent, and for heads of papers across the country conduct & similar in the Los Angeles area, the Glendale poll and get similar results, then maybe that scholds, 5.9 percent. News-Press and the Burbank Daily Re- voice will no longer be small, and Congress onstruction and housing remain at view, both in my congressional will have to take notel approved December 31, 1975 MEMORANDUM FOR: MAX FRIEDERSDORF THROUGH: VERN LOEN VL FROM: TOM LOEFFLER T.C. SUBJECT: Request from Rep. Clarence Brown (R. -Ohio) In a recent conversation with Jim McIntyre (Administrative Assistant to Congressman Brown) and at the request of Congressman Brown, Jim stated that they planned a Washington fundraiser for the Congressman sometime in February. Bud Brown would be extremely honored and delighted if the President could attend this event. I await your instructions concerning further actions.