1961: American

This folder consists of correspondence between the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and individuals and organizations both known and unknown to the President. Materials are mainly expressions of and responses to public opinion. Of note are lette...

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THE WHITE HOUSE HARVARD COLLEGE OBSERVATORY JUL 20 I 58 PH '61 CAMBRIDGE 38, MASSACHUSETTS RECEIVED July 19, 1961 President John F. Kennedy The White House Washington 25, D. C. Dear Jack: I enclose herewith a letter I have written to Senator Douglas, in response to a questionnaire sent to members of the American Astronomical Society. You may find some of the material useful in backing your space program. I am also send- ing a copy to Jerry Wiesner. With best regards from all of us at Harvard, I am Cordially yours, Donald Donald H. Menzel Director DHM:gq Enclosure