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Richard Nixon Presidential Library
White House Special Files Collection
Folder List
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
6
7
11/13/1968
Letter
Letter from RN to Denny Morris RE:
appreciation of Denny's assistance and
support. 1 pg.
6
7
11/13/1968
Letter
Letter from Eleanor L. Williams, secretary to
Herbert W. Kalmbach, to Rose Mary Woods
RE: enclosed letter for RN to sign as
requested by Kalmbach for Denny Morris. 1
pg.
6
7
12/04/1968
Memo
Memo from Bryce Harlow to RN RE:
Congressman Wilbur Mills' comments
concerning a surtax. 1 pg.
6
7
12/05/1968
Memo
Memo from JCH to BH RE: Conversation
between Senator Percy and Sarge Shriver
RE: Shriver's interest in an ambassadorship.
2 pgs.
6
7
12/27/1968
Memo
Memo from Herb Klein to RN RE: Klein's
White House visit with President Johnson
and the President's view of several topics. 2
pgs.
6
7
07/07/1968
Memo
Brief handwritten note from Lewis to RN
RE: Mamie Eisenhower's private telephone
number at Walter Reed Hospital. Typed
comment from Dwight to RN. 1 pg.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Page 1 of 6
Box Number Folder Number Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
6
7
01/10/1969
Letter
File copy of letter from Rose Mary Woods to
Mary Sands Sinsakul RE: Ms. Sinsakul's
telegram of December 29. 1 pg.
6
7
12/30/1968
Other Document
Telegram from Mary Sands Sinsakul to Rose
Mary Woods RE: Request that the little girl
who held the 'bring us together' sign be found
and included in the inaugural parade.
Handwritten note asking M.A. to contact Ms.
Sinsakul. 1 pg.
6
7
01/11/1969
Letter
Copy of hand-written letter from Sheila
Sullivan to Rose Mary Woods RE: Ms.
Sullivan's disappointment concerning neither
she nor her parents receiving an invitation to
the Inauguration. 2 pgs.
6
7
01/11/1969
Letter
Handwritten letter and envelope from Sheila
Sullivan to Rose Mary Woods RE: Ms.
Sullivan's disappointment concerning neither
she nor her parents receiving an invitation to
the Inauguration. 2 pgs.
6
7
01/15/1969
Letter
Handwritten letter from William D. Ahearn
(sp?) to Rose Mary Woods RE: Request for
Inauguration invitation and thanks for a
Christmas card received from RN. 2 pgs.
6
7
01/06/1969
Other Document
Postmarked envelope from William D.
Ahearn (?) to Rose Mary Woods. 2 pgs.
6
7
N.D.
Photograph
Color photograph of Volunteers for Nixon-
Agnew - Rafferty location. 1 pg. Duplicate
not scanned.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Page 2 of 6
Box Number Folder Number Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
6
7
01/08/1969
Letter
Letter from Don C. Jamison to PN RE:
Congratulations on RN's victory and Julie
and David's wedding. Request for
Inauguration invitation. Handwritten note to
Rose asking that the Jamison's be given seats.
1 pg.
6
7
01/08/1969
Other Document
Postmarked envelope from Volunteers for
Nixon-Agnew to PN. 1 pg.
6
7
01/08/1969
Letter
Letter from Don C. Jamison to Rose Mary
Woods RE: Congratulations on RN's victory
and Julie and David's wedding. Request for
Inauguration invitation and enclosed list of
campaign workers. 2 pgs.
6
7
01/08/1969
Other Document
Postmarked envelope from Volunteers for
Nixon-Agnew to Rose Mary Woods. 1 pg.
6
7
12/23/1968
Letter
File copy of letter from Rose Mary Woods to
John A. DiBetta RE: Attached form for
position as United States Marshall to be
returned to Peter Flanigan. 1 pg.
6
7
12/04/1968
Letter
Handwritten letter from John A. DiBetta to
Rose Mary Woods RE: Request for
consideration for the position of United
States Marshall. 1 pg.
6
7
N.D.
Other Document
Handwritten note from unknown to Bob H.
RE: Request to know who is handling black
America, Civil Rights, etc. Comments by H.
to Rose visible. 1 pg.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Page 3 of 6
Box Number Folder Number
Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
6
7
11/13/1968
Memo
Memo from HL to RN RE: The problem of
black America. 3 pgs.
6
7
11/13/1968
Memo
Memo from HL to RN RE: Further thoughts
on the problem of black America and the
idea of appointing black "ambassadors" to
cities with large black populations. 2 pgs.
6
7
11/13/1968
Memo
Memo from HL to RN RE: Suggestion of
having a black clergy member give the
blessing or invocation at the Inauguration. 1
pg.
6
7
11/15/1968
Memo
Memo from HL to RN RE: Charles
Thornton, Chairman of the Board of Litton
Industries and former member of the Kerner
Commission on Civil Rights, being the
logical man for working on the negro
problem. 1 pg.
6
7
11/29/1968
Memo
Handwritten memo from Rose Mary Woods
to Bob Haldeman RE: Question concerning
who to refer materials on law and order to.
Handwritten answer stating Henry Loomis is
who they should go to. 1 pg.
6
7
11/30/1968
Letter
File copy of letter from Rose Mary Woods to
Malvina Leshock RE: Appreciation of Ms.
Leshock's letter of November 15 and her
suggestion concerning the Tenth Anniversary
of Villa Lobos being referred to Mrs. Gerry
Van der Heuvel. 1 pg.
6
7
11/07/1968
Letter
Letter from Robert D. Ladd of Research
Management Corporation to Rose Mary
Woods RE: Offer to help with the planning
and staffing of the Department of Defense,
NASA and CIA. 1 pg.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Page 4 of 6
Box Number Folder Number Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
6
7
12/30/1968
Memo
Memo from Jim Keogh to Rose Mary Woods
RE: Attached text of a proposed letter from
RN to Deane C. Davis, the new Republican
Governor of Vermont. 1 pg.
6
7
12/30/1968
Letter
Draft letter from RN to Governor Deane C.
Davis of Vermont. 1 pg. Duplicate not
scanned.
6
7
12/30/1968
Letter
Draft letter on RN letterhead from RN to
Governor Deane C. Davis of Vermont. 1 pg.
6
7
01/31/1968
Memo
Memo from Jim Keogh to unknown RE:
Sending messages to each of the 20
Republican governors who are being
inaugurated in January and attached letter for
signature to the Governor of Vermont. 1 pg.
6
7
12/24/1968
Other Document
Handwritten note by unknown stating that
RHF will talk to John Mitchell.
6
7
12/19/1968
Memo
Memo from Marje Acker to RHF RE:
Outstanding bills from Joe Bachelder for a
survey he did in 8 states and 3 other items.
Handwritten response indicating Herb
Kalmbach. 1 pg.
6
7
01/04/1969
Other Document
Telegram from RN to Mrs. James Randall
Moren (Donna) RE: Best wishes. 1 pg.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Page 5 of 6
Box Number Folder Number Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
6
7
01/03/1969
Memo
Memo from unknown probably to Rose Mary
Woods RE: Request for RN to send a
telegram to Donna Mulford, daughter of
Assemblyman Don Mulford, on the occasion
of her wedding. 1 pg.
6
7
01/02/1969
Letter
File copy of letter from Rose Mary Woods to
Mr. Robert L. Branyan of the University of
Missouri at Kansas City, RE: Branyan's letter
of November 25 and his request for the
report on RN's 1959 meeting with Fidel
Castro. 1 pg. Duplicate not scanned.
6
7
11/25/1968
Letter
Letter from Mr. Robert L. Branyan of the
University of Missouri at Kansas to Rose
Mary Woods RE: Request for the report on
RN's visit with Fidel Castro in April 1959. 1
pg.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Page 6 of 6
M-X
Support-1968
Kalmbach
RICHARD M. NIXON
P.O.BOX 1968
TIMES SQUARE STATION
NEW YORK, N.Y. 10036
November 13, 1968
Mr. Denny Morris
Phoenix Country Club
Phoenix, Arizona
Dear Mr. Morris:
I am most grateful for
your assistance in our campaign.
You may be sure your
continued loyal support means a great
deal to me.
With best wishes.
Sincerely,
Richard M. Nixon
RMN:elw
NIXON - AGNEW CAMPAIGN
FINANCE COMMITTEE
400 PARK AVENUE
NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10022
(212) 758-3444
MAURICE H. STANS
FINANCE CHAIRMAN
HERBERT W. KALMBACH
W. DON BREWER
JEREMIAH MILBANK, JR.
EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIRMEN
DANIEL W. HOFGREN
JACK A. GLEASON
J. PATRICK DUGAN
ASSISTANTS TO CHAIRMAN
C. LANGHORNE WASHBURN
FINANCE DIRECTOR
HUGH W. SLOAN, JR.
ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR
J. WILLIAM MIDDENDORF, II
TREASURER
RAYMOND T. UNDERWOOD, JR.
COMPTROLLER
November 13, 1968
Miss Rose Mary Woods
450 Park Avenue
New York, N. Y. 10022
Dear Rose Mary,
Enclosed is a letter for Mr.
Nixon's signature, if you concur, requested
by Mr. Kalmbach for Denny Morris, barber at
the Phoenix Country Club, who was helpful
in securing a large contribution for the
campaign.
Thank you for taking care of
it.
Best,
Eleanor
Eleanor L. Williams
Secretary to
Mr. Kalmbach
enc.
9
MEMORANDUM
December 4, 1968
TO:
RN
FROM:
Bryce Harlow
Pott
SUBJECT:
Wilbur Mills
On a TV interview last night for the 11 PM
news, Congressman Mills stated -- most surprisingly --
that the surtax might not be renewed next year if
federal expenditures can be adequately reduced. He
said this could result in a small budget deficit,
but that this might be acceptable to the 91st Congress.
He also said the new Congress will probably be
even more conservative than the last in money matters
and this trend toward "pulling in the belt" was
expressed in the November election.
These points may be worth discussing with him
on Wednesday. His statement on the surtax is a
near 180 degree turnabout
just might be an overture to you!
to BH:
Senator Percy called . Says he has spoken with Sarge Shriver and:
He told Shriver he was calling entirely on his own and that it was
his feeling that the possibility of a top Democrat being selected
for the Ambassadorship to the U.N. was about 50-50 -- the possibility
of the same staying on in Paris was less than 20-80.
He asked Mr. Shriver if he would be interested in the Ambassadorship,
emphasizing that the only other name being considered for the job
was HHH - therefore bringing out the "high level" thinking of RN.
He reminded Mr. Shriver of the other appointments RN has made --
pointing out the search for high quality.
Reaction of Shriver:
"This comes from the clear blue sky". Mr. Shriver did indicate'
a high degree of interest in the position and would be pleased
to see RN and discuss it with him. But he said that his personal
decision on whether to take the position would depend entirely on
who would be the Secretary of State - saying that it is crucial that
the Ambassador to the U.N. have a great deal of respect for, and
a close working relationship with the Secretary of State under whom
he must serve.
Senator Percy said that he, of course, could not discuss individuals
since he was, like everyone else, unaware of who might be in consid-
eration by RN - but he did prod Mr. Shriver as to what type of man
he would consider impossible - or perfect - to work with.
Sen. Percy then dropped names such as Rockefeller, Dillon, Scranton -
that type of person and asked Shriver what his opinion would be.
Shriver said he had very high regard, etc. etc. for all of these.
He said the type of man he would not be able to work for would be
a hard-liner - a right-winger type like Mr. Hickenlooper (whom he
respects very much but whose "view of the world" ideologically was
2.
totally different from his.
Senator Percy thinks this is very encouraging and that Shriver
would take the position.
If you want to reach him: 783-6000 on the 10th floor in the
Board of Director's room.
12/5/68
10:45 a.m.
jch
December 27 1968
TO:
President-elect Richard M. Nixon
FROM: Herb Klein
I was at the White House this morning to talk to Tom Johnson
regarding information officers in Government Departments. He informed
me that the President had heard I was coming over and wanted to talk
to me.
Mr. Johnson first said that he considers my job the second toughest
one in Government, exceeded only by the President. He reviewed his ex-
periences with the press and was particularly bitter in regard to THE
NEW YORK TIMES in its attempt to influence foreign policy. He said that
you would find the TIMES and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee
attempting to dictate foreign policy of Government. He said he thought
your handling of the press since the election had been good. He then
reviewed his relationship with General Eisenhower, emphasizing the help
the General had been to him. He said that he felt that he should not be
partisan until at least the January before the next election. He said
he thought you had been very fair to him, particularly during the first
five years after you left office. He said that had you not taken your
"patriotic" attitude on Vietnam, our chances of solving problems would
be less. He warned me about the nature of leaks within the State Depart-
ment and said he thought it needed considerable cleaning out. He said
he even agreed with Joe McCarthy on some occasions. He said that he plans
to go ahead with the Phantom Jet shipment now without specifics date
wise.
He reviewed world conditions labeling the Middle East as the most
difficult today, and said he was not sure of the Soviet reaction to the
jet shipment. He said that he felt the domestic economy you inherited
would be excellent. He said he did not want to play politics with the
budget and presently plans to send over a balanced $196 billion budget
including retention of the Surcharge. In the minds of him and his
advisors, this would be best. He said that if you desire he was
willing to send a $185 billion budget, eliminating the Surcharge, but
this would require postponement of Federal pay raises and possibly an
increase in Medicare. A third alternative would be a $190 billion
budget with a 5% Surcharge and halfway cuts in the above mentioned in-
creases. He said he plans to discuss this with Mr. Mayo and Mr. Kennedy
shortly.
As I left, he nudged me a couple of times and said be sure to keep
December 27, 1968
Rogers and Laird out of politics; let Blount and Finch handle that side.
The conversation lasted approximately an hour and was largely one-sided.
I thanked him for his help in the transition and for the cooperation we
are receiving.
His last comment was that he admired Bill White and knew that Bill
was a strong admirer of Richard Nixon and Herb Klein.
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BRANDY ROCK FARM
BRANDY STATION
VIRGINIA
JUL 7 1968.
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Dear Dick-
Manie Eisenhower's private
telephone in her room at walter Reed
Hospital is 526-2259.
Lewis
RN: YOU MAY WANT TO MAKE THIS CALL TODAY OR OVER THE
WEEKEND
Dwight
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Inauguration
January 10, 1969
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Dear Miss Sinsakul:
Thank you for your
telegram of December 29.
I am pleased to let you
know that the little girl who
held the sign "Bring Us Together"
and her parents have been invited
to attend the Inauguration as
guests of the President-Elect.
With kindest regards,
Sincerely,
Rose Mary Woods
Personal Secretary
to the President-Elect
Miss Mary Sands Sinsakul, RN
264 E. Belview Drive
Pasadena, California
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ROSEMARY WOODS, PHONE
450 PARK AVE NYK
I HAVE HEARD WARM AND FAVORABLE RESPONSE TO PRES ELEC NIXONS ACCEPTANCE
ABOUT THE LITTLE GIRL WHO HELD THE SIGN BRING US TOGETHER I
WOULD TO SUGGEST IF POSSIBLE TO FIND THAT LITTLE GIRL AND INCLUDE
her
HER IN THE INAUGURAL PARADE I SUGGEST THIS BECAUSE OF THE INFLUENCE
AND IDENTIFICATION PEOPLE MAKE WITH LITTLE ONES, WASNT IT A
parts
LITTLE GIRL WHO INFLUENCED LINCOLN TO WEAR A BEARD, SUGGESTION
WAS RECOMMENDED THE REPUBLICAN CLUB OF PASADENA
MARY SANDS SINSAKUL RN
Dr.
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SINSAKUL RN.
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Copy of hand-written letter
51 Radcliffe Road
Buffalo, New York 14214
January 11, 1969
Dear Miss Woods:
My name is Sheila Sullivan. I am a Fourth Grade teacher
in Buffalo.
John Sullivan, my father, has been a friend of Richard
Nixon's since 1956. He has helped and backed Mr. Nixon at the
roughtest points of his career. For many years we always heard
of you and Mr. Bob King. Mr. King and my father had worked
together back when Mr. Nixon was having much trouble. It was much
trouble going back and forth to New York conferring with Mr. King.
In 1956, if you will recall, Mr. Nixon was having a terrible
ordeal, getting the Vice Presidental nomination due to internal
strife in the Party. At this time it was my father who opened
the New York State Caucus and succeeded in getting full support
behind Mr. Nixon. My father is also the one who succeeded in Mr.
Nixon and Christian Herter's meeting when it seemed almost impossible,
The whole family has backed Mr. Nixon in each election. Due to
the fact my father was active in Albany, a legislative assistant to
Majority leader and Secretary of the New York State Senate; before
I was able to vote I was busy at rallies doing what I could for
the man I believed best. My brother, who is presently serving with
the Infantry in Viet Nam, also in 1960 was very busy helping.
And it was a difficult position for us considering our name is
Sullivan.
- 2 -
My father is now in private business and is out of
politics. I am sure you can imagine our shock when my parents
did not receive an invitation to the Inauguration. It was
amazIng to all around here how Mr. Nixon had forgotten all the
old friends; who had stuck with him as the going was the roughtest.
And if perhaps in 1960, and 1956 in particularl, if it had not
been for John Sullivan's help maybe this big day that is coming
would have still been a dream. My parents would not have joy to
attend, due to the fact my brother is in Viet Nam, but for them
it would have been nice to (be) remembered, after all those years
working with Mr. Nixon and Bob King.
This letter was written on my own to let you know the
disappointment of not receiving an invitation. Because I
personally thought that if my parents received an invitation I
would be covered also to attend.
Yours truly,
(Miss) Sheila Sullivan
51 Radcliffe Road
Buffalo newYork 14214
January 11, 1969
Dear Miss Woods,
my name is Sheila Sellevard
am a Faurth Grade teacherm Buffalo.
been a friend of Richard Nixons
Jahn Sullivan my father has
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since 1956 He has helped and backed
Mr neyan at the roughest points of
his career For many years we always
heard of you and Mr. Bab king. Mr.
NK LLOYD WRIGHT
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Buffalo, N. Y. 14214
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to let you know the disappointment of
This letter was written an myown
not receiving an invitation Because
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paients received an invitation I would
he 51 RADCLIFFE conered RD. also to attend. yours truly.
BUFFACO, N.Y. 14214
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140 King Casear koad
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Feb. 617-934-9196- 02332
Jamary 4, 1969
Dear Must Woods:
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VOLUNTEERS FOR
NIXON - AGNEW
RAFFERTY
January 8, 1969
whote
Mrs. Patricia Nixon
Pierre Hotel
6th Avenue at 61st Street
New York, New York
Rore
well
Dear Pat:
propies.
and
I am as thrilled as you are that our day has finally come when
the most dedicated man we both know has the honor of achieving the
top spot in America if not the entire world.
It was my pleasure and honor to carry his campaign in
Burlingame, California, as I have several times in the past. However,
as I stated to Rose, I opened the headquarters without benefit of
the Republican Headquarters since they failed to produce in this
area.
I was thrilled with the way Julie and David arranged and carried
off the lovely wedding with dignity and lack of publicity. God bless
1/14/69
them in the years to come.
minray
I mentioned to Rose that Donna, now 21 years, and myself would
love to attend the Inaguaration. We have reservations at the
Wardman Park, and can only stay a few days.
Murroy
My Love to you, Dick and the girls,
to
care
of
Don C Jamison
DON C. JAMISON
216 Lorton Avenue
Burlingame, California
VOLUNTEERS FOR NIKON-AGNEW
1335 HOWARD AVE. 216 Loston Go.
BURLINGAME, CALIF. 94010
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UNITED STATES
UNITED STATES
AIR MAIL
Mrs. Patricia Nixon
Pierre Hotel
6th Avenue at 61st Street
New York, New York
January 8, 1969
Rosemary Woods
Pierre Hotel
New York, New York
Dear Rosemary:
Congratulations on your well deserved elevation to the top spot
in our friends White House office. Your efforts on Dick's behalf
through the Congress, Senate, Vice Presidency and ensuing quiet years
prior to the nomination must certainly set a record for any aspirant
to the highest office in the land.
For the first time in any of Dick's Campaigns, the fine city of
Burlingame did not have the leadership to establish a Nixon-Agnew
headquarters. It was my duty and pleasure, therefore, to establish
such an office, and staff it with dedicated personnel who worked hard
from nomination to election day. I am enclosing a list of workers who
deserve a letter of commendation for their fine efforts and hope your
will
staff may see fit to so honor them as your time permits.
My daughter, Donna Jamison and myself would like to attend the
try
Inaguaration as I have in the past to pay tribute to a great American
and dear friend of many years.
1-10-69
I am also sending a letter to Pat and hope that you may be able
to contact her. (Say hello to Pat and the girls)
Respectfully yours,
Don C.Jamison
DCJ/bms
DON C. JAMISON
Enc.
216 Lorton Avenue
Burlingame, California
VOLUNTEERS FOR NIXON-AGNEW
1335 HOWARD AVE.
BURLINGAME, CALIF. 91010
Mr. Don C. Jamison, Chairman
216 Lorton Avenue
Burlingame, California
Mrs. Claire Rockwell, Co-Chairman
1333 Howard Avenue
Burlingame, California
Mrs. Beverly McCarney Selby, Chairman of Women's Activities
2960 Trousdale
Burlingame, California
Mrs. Mac Korman, Jr., (Quennie) Precinct Chairman
1500 Floribunda Drive
Burlingame, California
Mrs. Edouard S. Brush (Judy), Office Manager
1245 Southdown Road
Hillsborough, California
Miss Donna Louise Jamison, Secretary
1440 Floribunda Avenue
Burlingame, California
VOLUNTEERS FOR NIXON-AGNEW
1335 HOWARD AVE. 2 216 Lorton Co.
BURLINGAME, CALIF. 91010
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AIR MAIL
Rosemary Woods
Pierre Hotel
6th Avenue at 61st Street
New York, New York
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December 23, 1968
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Dear John:
In connection with your desire
to be considered for a position as United
Stat es Marshal, you should complete the
attached form and return it to Peter
Flanigan, 450 Park Avenue, New York.
Best wishes to you and your family
for Christmas and the New Year.
Sincerely,
Rose Mary Woods
Personal Secretary
to the President-Elect
Mr. John A. DiBetta
6203 So. Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90056
DECEMBER 4, 1968
Los ANGELES, CACIF.
DEAR ROSE-
MY FAMILY WAS VERY PROUD To RECEIVE
YOUR NOTE MY 15 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS
So THRILLED SHE Took THE NOTE To SCHOOL
To SHOW HER TEACHER,
/ HOPE You WON'T THINK / AM Too BOLD OR
PRESUMPTUOUS, BUT / WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR
CONSIDERATION FOR A UNITED STATES MARSHAL
POSITION.
MY 22 YEARS 100 LAW ENFORCEMENT PLUS MY
LOYALTY AND TRUSTWORTHINESS COULD BE A
FACTOR IN YOUR CONSIDERATION,
SINCERELY,
John A. D,Betta
6203 So. FAIRFAX AVE
Los ANGELES, CALIF. 90056
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RN
From: HL
You are fully aware that the problem of black America
is one of the most serious and urgent crises facing the country. As
with all problems, however, this one presents tremendous opportunities.
It seems to me that if we can find a way to solve the
problem of black America we will at the same time help to solve many
of the following problems: 1) crime, 2) narcotics, 3) education,
4) unemployment.
The reasons for the above are obvious, but almost as
important is the fact that if we take sure steps to solve the problem
of black America we will almost certainly capture the interest and
loyalty of two groups of Americans who are now critical of the
Republican philosophy -- these are the young people, and the
liberals and intellectuals.
Assuming that Vietnam will, thanks to your efforts, be
resolved, the young people and the liberals will no longer have this
grievance to bug them. They will then bear down harder on the
need to solve the negro problem.
I think it is not too much to say that the young
people and liberals will at once begin to judge you by your words
and actions on the black sector. It is a good bet if we can act
quickly, vigorously and imaginatively in this area we will take a
major step toward capturing their support.
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If this reasoning is correct, the negro problems
should receive the highest possible priority after Vietnam. Since
the solving of the problem will take time, the immediate need is
first, for words of assurance that your administration regards it
as the foremost target, and, second, for appointments that indicate
that progress is coming. After words of assurance and appointments,
it is essential to follow with the announcement of projects that
indicate the direction you are going to move.
One suggestion which may or may not be practical:
you have talked about the enrolling of private industry. I believe
it would be possible to enlist participation and funds on a massive
scale.
For example, I would hazard a guess that each of
Fortune's 500 leading American companies could be persuaded to
allocate either a million or half million dollars a year for five years
to help solve the negro problem. And there may be 500 other
companies not listed by Fortune who could give up to $500,000 a
year for five years.
The Digest is a case in point. We regularly donate
our corporate limit of five percent of profits to worthy causes, and
I believe it is entirely possible, if the movement got under way,
that the Digest would commit $500,000 a year for five years to
the alleviation of the negro problem .
How the money would be spent is another matter, but.
it should be in the area of manpower training and helping negroes
to participate in the capitalistic system, in the various ways you
have suggested.
I want to stress that by giving top priority to the
black problem it may be possible to solve at least a half dozen
almost as pressing problems, and at the same time to attract
the following of the young and the liberals. As a touchstone of
how compassionate and concerned your administration is going to
be, nothing could be more important. Thus it seems to me to be
worth giving it everything we have got.
Nov. 13/68
To:
RN
From: HL
Further on the problem of black America -- according
to the Kerner report, two thirds of all non-Southern negroes live in
the 12 largest cities in the United States. I assume these are
New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles, Baltimore,
St. Louis, Houston, Washington, San Francisco, Cleveland,
Milwaukee.
These cities, then, are the trouble spots. Wouldn't
it make sense to announce that the problem is going to be tackled
on the basis of "worst things first"? By going after the very worst
trouble spots in the very worst cities it seems to me an immediate
dent could be made.
One possible idea might be to recognize, as the
Kerner report recognizes, that there is a polarization between black
and white America, to state, again, that one of the major efforts
of your administration will be to reduce the degree of polarization.
In order to do this there must be a continuing dialogue not only
between black and white but between the cities and the federal
administration.
As a gesture, but more than a gesture, why not
appoint "ambassadors" from each of the trouble cities to Washington,
and why not appoint "ambassadors" from Washington to each of the
cities?
The "ambassadors" from the cities, who presumably
would be black, would be based in Washington and would spend a
great deal of time with departments which are responsible for
handling much of the trouble: narcotics, FBI, education, labor,
urban affairs.
The "ambassadors" from Washington to the cities
would be chosen from the government departments which could make
the greatest contribution to the particular city. One city might
need a specialist in education more than anything else, whereas
in another city a narcotics specialist might be indicated.
This does not mean that all phases of the problem
wouldn't be studied, merely that special emphasis might be given
in the choice of the "ambassador."
The whole thing sounds a little bit of a public
relations gimmick, but I think the announcement of such "ambassador-
ships" might capture the public's imagination and in practice the
exchange of people and the increase in communication would have
a healthy effect.
Nov. 13/68
To:
RN
From: HL
No doubt you have already considered it, but
in choosing a member of the ministry to give the blessing or
invocation at your Inauguration, it might be worth considering
a very distinguished and eloquent member of the black clergy.
I know that there will be great temptation to
make other choices, and probably a temptation to have several
different faiths represented.
But in this year of all years such a choice could
have a far-reaching effect on all segments of the country.
If such a decision is made, it will be important
to edit in advance the words to be spoken.
Nov. 13/68
To: RN
From: HL
Further on "Black America" -
Charles Thornton, Chairman of the
Board of Litton Industries, was a member of the Kerner
Commission on civil rights.
Litton Industries is one of the most
imaginative and dynamic organizations in the world, and
Thornton has been described by Fortune as "probably the
best executive in the United States."
He might be a logical man to take
on the job of coordinating the resources of private enter-
prise and putting them to work on the negro problem.
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Nov. 15/68
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Rose Mary Woods
Staff of Richard M. Nixon
450 Park Avenue
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New York, N.Y. 10022
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(212) 661-6400
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Bob Holdeman:
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November 30, 1968
Smith
Dear Miss Leshock:
I appreciated receiving your letter of
November 15 and could not be more in sympathy
with your suggestion concerning the Tenth
Anniversary of Villa Lobos.
However, the suggestion you have made
would more properly come under the jurisdiction
of the White House Social Secretary. Since no
one has yet received this appointment, I am
referring your letter to Mrs. Nixon's Press
Secretary, Mrs. Gerry Van der Heuvel. I am
sure when they have had an opportunity to study
this proposal in connection with other suggested
programs, Mrs. Van der Heuvel will be in touch
with you.
With best wishes,
Sincerely,
Rose Mary Woods
Personal Secretary
to the President-Elect
Miss Malvina Leshock
2419 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
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Dear Rose,
As I said on the phone today, and I would like to make it clear
again, I am not looking for a job.
My objective is to help out with the President-elect's planning
and staffing for reorganization of the Department of Defense,
NASA and CIA. Let me know who will be assigned this job and I
will be glad to put in as much time as necessary.
My management consulting firm has 13 years experience in all
phases of new technology. Our people are intimately acquainted
with the Research and Development upon which most of our weapons
systems and our military strategy and tactics are based. We
have helped our client companies, such as Corning Glass Works,
to make major technological contributions. We know the people
involved, their prejudices and their talents.
Incidentally, over the years a list of top people, who should
be part of the new team, has been accumulated. Most of these
are younger, with fresh ideas.
Please tell the President-elect that I would like to offer my
special experience to assist in getting his program in the
area of DOD, NASA and CIA off to a good start.
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copy to Miss Woods
Robert D Ladd
President-Elect Nixon
President
Headquarters
Times Square Station
New York, New York
TO:
ROSE MARY WOODS
FROM:
JIM KEOGH
I am attaching the text of a proposed letter
from RN to Deane C. Davis, the new Republican
Governor of Vermont. Since the inauguration
is January 9, this should reach him no later
than January This was suggested by John
McClaughry. 6
JK
CC: John McClaughry
December 30, 1968
Dear Governor Davis:
I extend my heartiest congratulations on
your inauguration as Governor of the State of Vermont.
Since the days when Vermont was an independent
Republic, Vermonters have been known for the ir
industry, intelligence and integrity. I know your
Administration will exemplify these qualities.
I look forward to working with you to
advance the welfare, happiness and security of all
Americans in the years ahead.
Sincerely,
The Honorable Deane C. Davis
State Capitol
Montpelier, Vermont
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT
Richard M. Nixon
450 Park Avenue
New York, N.Y. 10022
(212) 661-6400
December 30, 1968
The Honorable Deane C. Davis
State Capitol
Montpelier, Vermont
Dear Governor Davis:
I extend my heartiest congratulations on your inauguration
as Governor of the State of Vermont. Since the days when
Vermont was an independent Republic, Vermonters have been
known for their industry, intelligence, and integrity. I
know your administration will exemplify these qualities.
I look forward to working with you to advance the welfare,
happiness and security of all Americans in the years
ahead.
Sincerely,
Richard M. Nixon
1/31/68
FYI from Jim Keogh
With regard to sending messages to each of the 20 Republican
Gove rnors who are being inaugurated in January.
The idea was approved by RN through Haldeman; Harry Dent sent
a proposed pro forma message which Haldeman felt could be
improved approved; and Keogh felt each message should be different.
Three will be going today by telegram (2 inaugurations on
Wednesday and one on Thursday). The message for the Governor
of Vermont needs to arrive before the 6th -- and is attached
for signature.
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December 19, 1968
MEMORANDUM
TO:
RHF
FROM:
Marje Acker
Joe Bachelder called with regard to his bills
that are outstanding -- $52,000 due from the three week survey
he did in 8 states; and $13,000 for three other items and Peter
Flanigan has these bills.
Who should he talk with about payment of these
bills?
Office:
609/921-8400
Home:
609/924-4323
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Rose
Mary
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LETTERS
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TO
RICHARD M. NIXON
JANUARY 4, 1969
MRS. JAMES RANDALL MOREN
c/o CLAREMONT COUNTRY CLUB
5295 BROADWAY TERRACE
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA
DEAR DONNA: PARTICULARLY BECAUSE OF OUR CLOSE
FRIENDSHIP WITH YOUR PARENTS, MRS. NIXON AND I
ARE PLEASED TO HAVE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO EXTEND
OUR BEST WISHES TO YOU AND JIM FOR EVERY HAPPINESS
IN THE YEARS AHEAD.
RICHARD NIXON
Send the above message, subject to the terms on back hereof, which are hereby agreed to
PLEASE TYPE OR WRITE PLAINLY WITHIN BORDER-DO NOT FOLD
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message
RMW/mA
1/3/69
Telephone request from Assemblyman Don Mulford's office 415/836-3050
Could RN send a telegram to his daughter who is being married tomorrow?
Mr. and Mrs. James Randall Moren
c/o Claremont Country Club
5295 Broadway Terrace
Oakland, California
The ceremony is 4:00 PM, PST, and the reception follows at the
Country Club. It is his older daughter, Donna.
Proposed telegram attached.
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Nixon papers - 1959
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January 2, 1969
Dear Mr. Branyan:
Because we have been swamped with mail and
telephone calls since Election Day, this is the first oppor-
tunity I have had to thank you for your letter of November 25.
I am dropping you this note to let you know that
Mr. Nixon's report on his meeting with Fidel Castro in
April of 1959 is still a classified dodument. I will be happy
to refer your letter to the members of the staff who will
be working on Mr. Nixon's papers, and should the document
be de-classified I know they will be pleased to furnish you
a copy.
With best wishes,
Sincerely,
Rose Mary Woods
Personal Secretary
to the President-Elect
Mr. Robert L. Branyan
Chairman
Department of History
University of Missouri at
Kansas City
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64110
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT KANSAS CITY
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5100 ROCKHILL ROAD
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64110
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November 25, 1968
Miss Rose Mary Woods
Secretary to Mr. Nixon
20 Broad Street
New York, New York
Dear Miss Woods:
Over a year ago I wrote to you about some documents of Mr. Nixon's that I
wanted for inclusion in a Documentary History of the Eisenhower Administration.
You answered that they were in storage in California and were unobtainable.
Since that time I have been able to obtain substitutes for all but one of the
classish
items desired; this one still needed is Mr. Nixon's report on his meeting with
Fidel Castro in April of 1959. On the chance that I might substitute an inter-
view with Mr. Nixon for the document I tried to talk to him when he campaigned
Kansas City in October. I talked to Mr. Robert Ellsworth who said that
Mr. Nixon's schedule was so tight that no additional appointments could be
made. However, he did say he would check to see if the contents of the memo
on Castro were reprinted in one of Mr. Nixon's articles. Later he called me
from Indiana and said that he thought there was a reference to the document in
the Reader's Digest during 1967. If it wasn't, he suggested that I write after
the election on the possibility that things would quiet down and that some staff
members might be able to check the files in California.
Therefore I would like to ask that, if possible, you inform a member of Mr. Nixon's
staff who will be working on his older records to copy this memo. If you could
send a copy of this letter to Mr. Ellsworth he might be reminded of my request
and think of someone who could check the California records.
I realize that you and all of Mr. Nixon's staff are terribly busy, but his 1959
comments on the danger of Castroism were important in the development of American
policy and it is badly needed.
Thank you again for any help you may be able to give to this project.
Sincerely yours,
Robert
L. Branyan, Chairman
Department of History
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