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Nixon Governor bumper sticker. Not scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
Democrats for Nixon bumper sticker. Not scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Sandy Quinn. Re: News Bureau. 2 pages. [Memo], 8/21/1962
From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Reinstituting Progress Reports. [Memo], 8/28/1962
From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Accomplishments since the primary. [Memo], 8/20/1962
To: Richard Nixon. From Dan Waters. Re: Contact Division Pre-Primary program. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/17/1962
To: Haldeman. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Capsule Report of the Liaison County Republican Central Committees. 6 pages. [Memo], 5/10/1962
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Dan Waters. Re: Contact Occupational Mailings. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/11/1962
To: Mr. Haldeman. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Wrap Up to May 10. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/11/1962
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Carol Arth. Re: Additions to Yvonne Smith's Memo of This Date Entitled "Wrap Up Till May 10". [Memo], 5/10/1962
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Charlie Farrington. Re: PR Status Report. [Memo], 5/11/1962
To: HR Haldeman. From: AV Sammelman. Re: Progress to Date. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/14/1962
To: Richard Nixon and Charlie Farrington. From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Public Relations Report. [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Liaison Republican Organizations. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Capsule Report of the Liaison County Republican Central Committees. 5 pages. [Memo], 5/18/1962
From: Yvonne Smith, Director of Liaison Republican Organizations. Topic: Close coordination between Nixon's campaign and the Republican Party organization. [Letter], n.d.
Draft letter from Richard Nixon to County Central Committee Chairmen. [Letter], n.d.
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Legislative Alumni. [Memo], 5/18/1962
Draft Legislative "Alumni" Letter. [Letter], n.d.
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: "Friendly Ear". [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: RN. From: Carol Arth. Re: Past Activities & Projects Through June 5 Office of Special Projects. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: Bob Haldeman & Rose Mary Woods. From: Nick Ruwe. Re: Nixon-for-Governor Chairman. 8 pages. Duplicates not copied. [Memo], 11/5/1962
1960 General Election -- City of San Diego. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Report], n.d.
1958 General Election -- City of San Diego. 2 pages. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Report], n.d.
WHSF SM&OF HR Haldeman Folder Descriptions. [Other Document], n.d.
Calendar: August - 1962. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
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Nixon Strong In Negro Community. Author unknown for the Bay Area Independent. Not scanned. [Newspaper], 11/3/1962
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This file contains:
Nixon Governor bumper sticker. Not scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
Democrats for Nixon bumper sticker. Not scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Sandy Quinn. Re: News Bureau. 2 pages. [Memo], 8/21/1962
From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Reinstituting Progress Reports. [Memo], 8/28/1962
From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Accomplishments since the primary. [Memo], 8/20/1962
To: Richard Nixon. From Dan Waters. Re: Contact Division Pre-Primary program. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/17/1962
To: Haldeman. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Capsule Report of the Liaison County Republican Central Committees. 6 pages. [Memo], 5/10/1962
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Dan Waters. Re: Contact Occupational Mailings. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/11/1962
To: Mr. Haldeman. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Wrap Up to May 10. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/11/1962
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Carol Arth. Re: Additions to Yvonne Smith's Memo of This Date Entitled "Wrap Up Till May 10". [Memo], 5/10/1962
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Charlie Farrington. Re: PR Status Report. [Memo], 5/11/1962
To: HR Haldeman. From: AV Sammelman. Re: Progress to Date. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/14/1962
To: Richard Nixon and Charlie Farrington. From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Public Relations Report. [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Liaison Republican Organizations. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Capsule Report of the Liaison County Republican Central Committees. 5 pages. [Memo], 5/18/1962
From: Yvonne Smith, Director of Liaison Republican Organizations. Topic: Close coordination between Nixon's campaign and the Republican Party organization. [Letter], n.d.
Draft letter from Richard Nixon to County Central Committee Chairmen. [Letter], n.d.
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: Legislative Alumni. [Memo], 5/18/1962
Draft Legislative "Alumni" Letter. [Letter], n.d.
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith. Re: "Friendly Ear". [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: RN. From: Carol Arth. Re: Past Activities & Projects Through June 5 Office of Special Projects. 2 pages. [Memo], 5/18/1962
To: Bob Haldeman & Rose Mary Woods. From: Nick Ruwe. Re: Nixon-for-Governor Chairman. 8 pages. Duplicates not copied. [Memo], 11/5/1962
1960 General Election -- City of San Diego. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Report], n.d.
1958 General Election -- City of San Diego. 2 pages. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Report], n.d.
WHSF SM&OF HR Haldeman Folder Descriptions. [Other Document], n.d.
Calendar: August - 1962. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
Calendar: May - 1962. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
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Calendar: March - 1962. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
Calendar: April - 1962. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
Calendar: September - 1962. Oversized- Not Scanned. [Other Document], n.d.
Nixon Strong In Negro Community. Author unknown for the Bay Area Independent. Not scanned. [Newspaper], 11/3/1962
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Document Type
Document Description
66
7
n.d.
Other Document
Nixon Governor bumper sticker. Not scanned.
66
7
n.d.
Other Document
Democrats for Nixon bumper sticker. Not
scanned.
66
7
08/21/1962
Memo
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Sandy Quinn. Re:
News Bureau. 2 pages.
66
7
08/28/1962
Memo
From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Reinstituting
Progress Reports.
66
7
08/20/1962
Memo
From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Accomplishments
since the primary.
66
7
05/17/1962
Memo
To: Richard Nixon. From Dan Waters. Re:
Contact Division Pre-Primary program. 2
pages.
Friday, September 07, 2007
Page 1 of 5
Box Number Folder Number Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
66
7
05/10/1962
Memo
To: Haldeman. From: Yvonne Smith. Re:
Capsule Report of the Liaison County
Republican Central Committees. 6 pages.
66
7
05/11/1962
Memo
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Dan Waters. Re:
Contact Occupational Mailings. 2 pages.
66
7
05/11/1962
Memo
To: Mr. Haldeman. From: Yvonne Smith.
Re: Wrap Up to May 10. 2 pages.
66
7
05/10/1962
Memo
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Carol Arth. Re:
Additions to Yvonne Smith's Memo of This
Date Entitled "Wrap Up Till May 10".
66
7
05/11/1962
Memo
To: Bob Haldeman. From: Charlie
Farrington. Re: PR Status Report.
66
7
05/14/1962
Memo
To: HR Haldeman. From: AV Sammelman.
Re: Progress to Date. 2 pages.
66
7
05/18/1962
Memo
To: Richard Nixon and Charlie Farrington.
From: Bob Haldeman. Re: Public Relations
Report.
Friday, September 07, 2007
Page 2 of 5
Box Number Folder Number
Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
66
7
05/18/1962
Memo
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith.
Re: Liaison Republican Organizations. 2
pages.
66
7
05/18/1962
Memo
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith.
Re: Capsule Report of the Liaison County
Republican Cantral Committees. 5 pages.
66
7
n.d.
Letter
From: Yvonne Smith, Director of Liaison
Republican Organizations. Topic: Close
coordination between Nixon's campaign and
the Republican Party organization.
66
7
n.d.
Letter
Draft letter from Richard Nixon to County
Central Committee Chairmen.
66
7
05/18/1962
Memo
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith.
Re: Legislative Alumni.
66
7
n.d.
Letter
Draft Legislative" Alumni" Letter.
66
7
05/18/1962
Memo
To: Richard Nixon. From: Yvonne Smith.
Re: "Friendly Ear".
Friday, September 07, 2007
Page 3 of 5
Box Number Folder Number
Document Date
Document Type
Document Description
66
7
05/18/1962
Memo
To: RN. From: Carol Arth. Re: Past
Activities & Projects Through June 5 Office
of Special Projects. 2 pages.
66
7
11/05/1962
Memo
To: Bob Haldeman & Rose Mary Woods.
From: Nick Ruwe. Re: Nixon-for-Governor
Chairman. 8 pages. Duplicates not copied.
66
7
n.d.
Report
1960 General Election -- City of San Diego.
Oversized- - Not Scanned.
66
7
n.d.
Report
1958 General Election -- City of San Diego.
2 pages. Oversized- Not Scanned.
66
7
n.d.
Other Document
WHSF SM&OF HR Haldeman Folder
Descriptions.
66
7
n.d.
Other Document
Calendar: August - 1962. Oversized- Not
Scanned.
66
7
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Other Document
Calendar: May - 1962. Oversized- Not
Scanned.
Friday, September 07, 2007
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66
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66
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Calendar: July - 1962. Oversized- Not
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66
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66
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Scanned.
66
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Calendar: September - 1962. Oversized- Not
Scanned.
66
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11/03/1962
Newspaper
Nixon Strong In Negro Community. Author
unknown for the Bay Area Independent. Not
scanned.
Friday, September 07, 2007
Page 5 of 5
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
Bob Haldeman
Date: August 21, 1962
From:
Sandy Quinn
Subject:
NEWS BUREAU
Distribution:
Just in case there is some question that the News Bureau
(Quinn-Ziegler) isn't knee-deep in work, the following brief
projects are worth mentioning:
1.) We receive from 25 to 30 phone inquiries daily - each must
be serviced properly and quickly.
2.) We work with Reynolds and Research in getting out attacks,
rebuttals, etc.
3.) We are sending out releases continually - for example, three
to the minority press alone in the past five days.
4.) We are updating everything in our office. photo files, radio
mailing list (did a mailing last week to every station in the
state), newspaper mailing list, press personnel cards, etc.
5.) We are constantly asked for information from other staff
people, which we provide.
6.) We occasionally find time to visit the press in their natural
habitat just for the sake of folksy press relations.
7.) We service Paul Keyes
8.) We are putting together several press lists (publishers,
endorsements, friendly TV) for RN
9.) We are seeing to it that Publicity Chairmen are appointed and
properly orientated throughout the state.
10.) We direct the work of our Northern California press representative
11.) We disseminate RN's statements
- more -
2.
12.) We coordinate with schedule on press arrangements and
press invitations.
13.) We handle the campaign news photography.
14.) We try to keep specialized information flowing to
columnists
15.) We try to see that all major events receive proper
publicity, whether RN is attending or not.
16.) We are working on several "investigation" assignments.
&
(see below)
8-28-62
Bob Haldeman
Progress Reports
Carl Arth
Charlie Farrington
Next Kalmbash
John Halmbach
Dan Waters
It is going to be necessary for - to reinstitute
the system of weekly progress reports which we had in effect
for subile during the primary. X realise the problem of
taking the time to propare such a report every week, but with
the wide veriety of projects and dispersion of personnel,
this is the only way we can heep posted on what is being
accomplished and where our needs for additional effort are
required.
Your weekly report should be in my hands by five
e'cleak Thursday afternoon. Please observe this deadline,
since in the past reports have filtered in at all hours and
is has been impossible to compile them into an overall summary.
I know you realise the reason Sex these reports is
so that the candidate, the press, the finance people and others
who have major internet in compaign developments, will have
the necessary ammunition for capitalizing on our accomplishments.
There is a great deal that - be done in the way of promotion
of various facets of campaign activity, but only if - have a
regular, up-to-date rundown of what that activity is.
Please have your report in without fail starting
Thursday, September 6th, and every Thursday thereafter.
(see below)
fie
8-20-62
Bob Haldeman
Carol Arth, C. Farrington, Herb Kalmbach, Dan Waters
To confirm recent discussions, may I
please have from you by Thursday, August 23rd, a brief
rundown on what you have accomplished since the primary
and where we stand on the various projects for which you
are responsible.
This should not be a voluminous report, but
rather a quick outline of what has been done and where
we are, and should be prepared for RN's information, but
sent to me.
Page 2
3) Ten (10) other business category committees are in initial
stage of organization. It is doubtful that these will be
sufficiently well organized or financed to do any broad-scale
mailings prior to Primary.
4) If all above committees complete their current Pre-Primary
plans, over 60,000 "Vote For Nixon" letters will have been
mailed from Southern California Headquarters by June lst.
5) Following committees are organizing now to do Pre-Primary
work (telephone "Get Out The Vote" campaign, poll watching,
etc.)
a. Nixon Nationalities Council (organized through LACRANC)
b. Sports Committee (may al 80 put out 10,000 letters)
C. College Students
d. High School Students
e. Scholars & Educators
f. Airline Stewardesses
From now through Primary, Contact Division emphasis is on
establishing telephone campaigns within each committee to
urge all members to get out and vote on June 5th, and also
to recruit several thousand Poll Watchers to work with the
telephone workers on that day.
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
Richard Nixon
Date: May 17, 1962
From:
Dan Waters
Subject:
Contact Division Pre-Primary Program
Distribution:
Bob Haldeman - Herb Kalmbach - John Vaughn
For the past month the Contact Director has concentrated on
establishing the following Pre-Primary Program:
1) Six committees have drafted letters to be mailed to their
professional and occupational association members prior
to Primary:
a. 4200 letters mailed last week to members of Southern
California Dental Association.
b. 9000 letters mailed last week to members L. A. County
Bar Association.
c. 4000 letters will be mailed May 18th to Chiropractors
throughout the state.
d. 4000 letters will be mailed May 25th to Pharmacists
throughout the state.
e. 7500 letters will be mailed May 25th to L. A. County
Medical Association members.
f. 5000 letters will be mailed May 18th to Veteran Committee
members in Southern California.
2) Six other committee chairmen are currently trying to put
their committees together and secure financing to mail
following to their membership prior to Primary:
a. Restaurant Owners & Operators
1200 letters statewide
D. Painting Contractors
2700 letters statewide
c. Paint Industry
4700 letters statewide
d. Engineers
12,000 letters (L.A. County)
e. Purchasing Agents
3000 letters statewide
f. Air Conditioning Industry
Mailing list unknown now
mf agents 1500 LA County
Saving Hour Saving 1000 Statewide Co. Chiefs
DRAFT
TO:
BOB HALDEMAN
FROM: YVONNE SMITH
SUB: CAPSULE REPORT OF THE LIAISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN CENTRAL COMMITTEES
DATE: MAY 10, 1962
This is my interpretation of the present status of the Nixon Campaign by
counties which has been determined through contacts of the County Central
Committee Chairmen and other leaders with whom I have had association
with in the past.
Rep. Reg.
ALAMEDA -
157,347
Chairman: Lewis Sherman
75
Lewis Sherman reports that Alameda county is in a difficult position due to
the type/situation but is planning a heavy drive for a Republican turnout.
Sherman estimates a 75-25% in the primary. The 20th Congressional District
has eleven Chinese precincts. This is probably the strongest area within
the ethnic groups. Sherman is a pro-Nixon chairman. At this moment he
doubts if the county will go Republican in the general election. (April 8)
BUTTE
-
16,812
50
Chairman: Bob Winston. Recently replaced by H. Wiefried Barnann.
Organization underway. Intra-party differences straightening out. Shell
gaining supporters. (April 10)
Organization needs a shot in the arm, in fact, a transfusion. No activity.
Estimates 50-50% split in primary. (April 19)
Reported by mail that Nixon campaigning is picking up. Money coming in more
than ever before. Shell supporters now fighting among themselves. (May 8)
CONTRA COSTA
-
68,480
Chairman: Sam Conti
80
Conti reports things look bad. Good committee in county but campaign not
off the ground. Lacks organization. Needs more grass roots campaigning.
Having difficulties raising funds. Problem of securing supplies because
of lack of finances. However, the Republican Assembly pole reports 7-1
Nixon over Shell. Estimates vote very light in primary Nixon 80 -
Shell 20. (May 1)
FRESNO - 42,187
Chairman: Blaine E. Pettitt
60
Reports that in mid April, Nixon operation was sagging but area meeting
added some spirit which was needed. Blaine estimates 60-40% in primary.
At this time Blaine is doubtful that we could carry the general election.
(April 27)
HUMBOLDT - 15,660
Chairman: Robert Hill
90
Hill in execellent shape for Nixon. Estimates 90-10%. A positive statement
+
that they will carry the general. Nixon netted $8000. TV supporters were
well received. Shell supporters are noisy but not the working Republicans.
(April 16)
D
R
A
F
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IMPERIAL COUNTY
50
8,464
+
Chairman Simpson reports not able to hold
Nixon support. Shell gaining rapidly. Excuse,
Nixon's lack of stand on issues.
Anderholt, Nixon Chairman, having difficult
time recruiting. 4/16
April 29, I spent three days in the County.
Found that Nixon support is available and needed
only a little convincing talk. Most recruiting
completed during that 3-day period.
Chairman estimates 50-50 split. My estimation
75-25, and will carry in the General by 4,000 votes.
Imperial County should also pick up an Assembly
seat and there is a good possibility that the
Congressional seat can be won. 3% shift to Republican.
King COUNTY
4,866
Chairman Joe Matherstates there is something going
60
for Shell but no headquarters open. Most backing
for Shell comes from the businessmen in the city
of Bakersfield.
Candidate Ray Arnet is running stronger every day.
Getting $100 donations where he once got $10.
All in all county will improve vote over 1960,
but will not carry General Election. Estimated
Primary vote 60-40 split.
MADERA COUNTY 4,331
50
Chairman Arnold states Nixon meeting well received,
does not feel there is too much Shell support at
this time. Chairman rather out of touch with his
County, but anxious to organize precinct organization
after Primary. I have promised to assist him with
a team upon his request following June 5th election.
Due to the agricultural area and the conservative
trends with a light turnout will have to say 50-50
in this County.
2.
MARIPOSA COUNTY 1, 195
Chairman Massey states things shaping up fairly
80
well, father of Nixon is Christopher Chairman
so they have a team going in the area. One of
+
the greatest assets to the Republicans will be
Coakley on the ticket. He is attracting both
workers and interest. Estimate 80-20 Primary split
and will carry the General. Apr. 18.
MENDOCINO COUNTY 7,486
85
Chairman Russell Clark states that it looks fairly
good for Nixon. Shell in the County drew 1/10th
the crowd. One weakness -- no Nixon material.
Estimated vote for the Primary 85-15. May 3rd.
MERCED COUNTY
9,289
Recently retired County Chairman Mary Wolohan
60
states Central Committee without leadership,
however, the Young Republicans and the Federated
Women took it upon themselves to find good leader-
ship to file for Central Committee positions.
Shell not too strong in the area. Weakness in
leadership shown when Democrats gave 4* $25.00
a plate dinner for Winston and Colby. The
greater majority of the tickets were sold to
Republicans. April 8.
People in area still very sensitive over our
John Birch attack. Possible issue -- farmers
really up in arms over 160 acre limitation.
Press relations could be improved by a real
TLC approach to Publisher Dean Lasher. Apr. 17
60-40 estimated Primary vote.
MONTEREY COUNTY
26, 613
Vincent Moore, County Chairman, states he has a
75
3-way problem in his County. Real difficulties
with the CRA, precinct workers ready to split
+
streength. Moore trying to hold organization
together with a non-partisan attitude. ******
Problem does not exist in the Peninsula. At
this time 75-25 in Primary. Will carry the
General election. April 18.
ORANGE COUNTY
153,915
Dennis Carpenter, new County Chairman, states
60
that he is pleased with headway of Central Committee
and Nixon Committee. George Rodda, newly appointed
Finance Chairman, outstanding. It is difficult
to call this one due to the political temperature
in the area, but he will say 60-40. May 7
Pat Hitt has returned home because conditions
in Orange County, to head up precinct and telephone
operation for Nixon. The job will be done under
her direction and a heavy vote should ensure us
a 60-40 split. May 10
RIVERSIDE COUNTY 61,474
New County Chairman Bill Sullivan, states we are
50
in trouble here, and I couldn't agree more!
Shell has the support of old pros of the County
plus the ultra-conservative wing and the new and
enthusiastic Young Republicans. Our County
Nixon Chairman working against tough odds,
but putting together a fairly good operation.
In mid-April, following RN's visit to the County
would call this 50-50. Our Nixon Chairman on May 10
calls it 6/5... I feel that because of the congressional
race and Saunds illness- there will be a heavy vote which
will be to our benefit
RN
SACRAMENTO COUNTY 71,800
George Smith, County Chairman, reports that Shell has
70
an outstanding organization, a fairly good following
but, of course, has spent a great deal of time there.
Smith feels Nixon committee good and if they keep
working Sacramento should go 2-1/2 to 1. General
election is questionable. April 18.
May 6, George Smith retired as County Chairman and
replaced by Robert Danielson
SAN BERNARDINO
84,660
Chairman David Armstrong, states the general impression
85
throughout County is a weakness on issues. Shell support
is in the minority now, but Republican organization such
+
as Montclair Republican group is 90% Shell. Also League
of Women Voters have been using Hughes case as attack.
Armstrong says facts would be of assistance on both
Hughes and house purchase in order to stop the rumors.
General outlook good in Primary and General 85-15 split.
April 19.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
199,260
60
Chairman Judge Ed Thacker, states Shell has good following;
father has a great deal of influence in the area; Shell
+
has good committee but mostly neophytes; Nixon committee
BH has more of the old guard Republicans. Press is good
for both Candidates. 60-40 split. May 13.
SAN FRANCISCO
125,203
COUNTY
Chairman Ed Osgood, states Shell campaign weak in the area.
70
However, knowing Alderman's ability he expects more activity.
Ed felt that the Book did not help Nixon. Ed complains
about over-protection of the Candidate. Primary split
70-30. General we will not carry. However they do think
we will improve on 1960 vote. Apr. 6
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY
36,577
15
Chairman Marshall Cless, states organization good, some
loud noises from conservatives. Estimates 75-25 split
and in the General feels they will carry. May 1
SAN LUIS OBISPO CO. 14,711
Chairman Peter Andre reports good committee working.
70
Shell, as of April 27, has no committee, chairman or
headquarters, but well represented in the Republican
Headquarters. Thinks our Pub. Relations with press is
poor and we should concentrate on improving it. He
gives Shell 30% of the vote in spite of no organization.
70-30 Primary. At this time we will carry the General.
Apr. 27.
SANTA BARBARA
36,222
COUNTY
Chairman Don McLaughlin, states everything looks fairly
well. Shell has some good support in the area. At this
65
time gives him 35% of the vote, but does not anticipate
any trouble with his forces after the Primary. Nixon
will carry Santa Barbara County in the General. Apr. 18
SONTA CLARA CO.
121,242
Chairman Bob Lindsey, states we are playing down Shell's
15
strength too much, therefore, our people are not concerned
enough. He is pleased with the Santa Clara County Committee;
Nixon campaign coming along well; should carry 75-25.
Apr. 18.
SOLANO COUNTY
13,897
Chairman Geneve Brownridge, states that the official
80
organization will be concentrating on a heavy Republican
turnout for their Congressional Candidate Mike SEE Honsinger
which should help the entire ticket, particularly Nixon.
Her chief complaint is with the press "We must try a little
harder.' Estimates 80-20 split, Primary. Doubtful for
the General. Apr. 19.
STANISLAUS CO.
1,901
50
Chairman Doug White, states turnout good for Nixon;
Shell fairly strong; not too much to say; at this
time estimates 50-50 split. Apr. 17
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY
21,412
75
Chairman Carl Connley feels that Nixon is in excellent
position. Birch statement hurt him with the conservative
group. Carl estimates a75-25 split. RN will carry general.
Apr. 6
VENTURA COUNTY
30,951
Chairman Virginia Fine, A new chairman, who I have had
50
varied reports on as far as Nixon support. She states
that Shell looks very good and checking the County out
with others I found that Shell's financial situation
was improved by the support of Joe Russell and his brother.
Russell started campaign out with a $2,000 donation, and
has many influential friends who have been contributing.
General opinion from others is that we will carry the
Primary but by a very, very narrow margin 50-50 split.
We will NOT at this time carry the General. April 17.
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
Bob Haldeman
Date: 5/11/62
From: Dan Waters
Subject: Contact Occupational Mailings
Distribution:
Committees have been formed and group mailings are in
varying stages of preparation in the following categories:
1) Southern California Dentists. 4200 letters were mailed
on Monday of this week. 44 returns to date; 28 volunteering
to work; 9 making contributions totaling $105; 16 anti-Nixon.
2) L. A. County Attorneys. 9000 letters going into mail this
week to L.A. County Attorneys. Part of this mailing done
on Thursday, remainder being mailed today. No returns yet.
3) Chiropractors. 4000 letters in process of readying for mailing
early next week to members this profession all over state.
4) Pharmacists. 4000 letters in process of readying for mailing
to pharmacy owners throughout state. Letter and sufficient
pledge cards to sign up all 12,000 pharmacists in these shops
to go into mail not later than May 25.
5) Doctors. Committee being formed to send letter to all 7500
doctors in L.A. County by May 25.
6) Veterans. 5000 letters go into mail early next week to veterans
in Southern California. This initial mailing goes to veteran
organization leaders.
In addition to the above categories, the following categories
are now engaged in initial organization procedures. It is hoped
that many of these will be able to accomplish their initial
mailing prior to primary. Whether or not this can be done will
depend chiefly on what finances they can come up with in the
next few days.
7) Engineers. Committee forming to contact mailing list of 12,000
engineers in L.A. County.
8) Sports Committee. Possible mailing lists of 50,000 sports fans
here. Committee stalled for lack of finances at this point.
Possibility of one 10,000 piece mailing prior to primary.
9) Beauty shop operators. Mailing list of 12,000 in state available.
Letter could be gotten out immediately if $700 available.
10) Insurance Agents. Committee forming. Mailing of 10,000 pieces
possible here.
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11) Italian-Americans. Committee forming. Possible 10,000 piece
mailing here, but probably not before primary.
12) Food Salesmen & Retailers. Committee forming. Probably 5,000
piece mailing by this group - maybe before primary.
13) Restaurant Owners & Operators. Committee forming. Extent of
mailing lists unknown at this time.
14) Retail Paint & Wallpaper Dealers. Committee forming.
15) Auto Dealers. Committee forming. Plan personal call & telephone
campaign prior to primary. Mailings later.
16) Manufacturers' Agents. Committee forming.
17) Plumbing Contractors. Committee forming.
18) Paint Manufacturers. Committee forming.
19) Painting Contractors. Committee forming.
20) Sales Managers. Committee forming.
21) Purchasing Agents. Committee forming. 3000 name mailing list.
22) Scholars & Educators. Committee forming. Probably limited
Mailing prior to campaign.
23) Airline Stewardesses. Committee "very well-formed". Plan
person-to-person campaign among all airline personnel prior to
primary.
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
Mr. H. R. Haldeman
Date: May 11, 1962
From:
Yvon Smith
Subject:
Wrap Up to May 10
Distribution:
1.
Statewide Headquarters to date: 93
2.
Southern California Headquarters to date: 41
3.
Statewide Community Chairmen to date: 345
4.
Southern California Community Chairmen to date: 104
5.
Ten So. Calif. Counties Precinct Sheets requested,
cleared and in the process of being distributed.
12,000 Los Angeles County Precinct Sheets being run
at Office of Registrar now. We have picked up, sorted
and processed 4500 for distribution with a May 10 pick up,
Should be 8,000 final distribution. Target date of May 16.
6.
Operation Telephone is underway in nine So. Calif. Out
Counties - Kern only exception.
7.
Operation Telephone Chairmen for So. Calif. - 21
Operation Telephone Chairmen for Los Angeles County - 9
8.
Operation Telephone Instructions forwarded to No. Calif.
Counties for distribution by San Francisco Office. It
is my understanding that Northern California is in the
process of securing Precinct Sheets and have been
encouraged to appoint Telephone Chairmen in all areas.
Instruction Sheet is attached. It is a modified Telephone
Operation for the Primary. In all So. Calif. Counties,
an attempt will be made to survey Nixon and Undecided Votes
the week prior to June 1. This will be followed by a large
scale Get-Out-The-Vote Telephone Operation.
9.
Survey will be useful for securing Volunteer Workers as
well as determining voter's preference.
10.
Promotional Press Conference is being held this morning for
Operation Telephone, Nixonette, etc. projects. Knudsen,
Cowgill, Duque, Whan, etc., in attendance.
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INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
Mr. H. R. Haldeman
Date:
May 11, 1962
From:
Yvonne Smith
Subject:
Page 2 - Continued
Distribution:
11.
Statewide Mailer to some 16,000 Elected Republican Central
Committee members, all elected Presidents of California
Federated Women, Republican Assembly Presidents and Key
Leadership of Young Republicans underway and will be
completed by May 17. Purpose is Dick Nixon's interest
in them and a strong unified party with attention drawn
to Shell's attitude.
12.
Republican Central Committee Chairmen contacted personally
in the last two weeks, report a noticeable change upward.
Water Speech turning point.
JJ
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
BOB HALDEMAN
Date: May 10, 1962
From: CAROL ARTH Rd
Subject: ADDITIONS TO YVONNE SMITH'S MEMO OF THIS DATE ENTITLED
"WRAP UP TILL MAY 10"
Distribution: YVONNE SMITH
1. Valley Knudsen has designated May 15 as "Dick Nixon Day"
for Southern California and by letter and phone call is urging
all Nixon Community Chairmen and Special Events Chairmen to
hold Coffee Hours beginning on that day and continuing through
the end of May. The basic purpose of these Coffee Hours, which
will be held in homes, headquarters, parks and so forth, is to
recruit volunteers to participate in the Primary Telephone
Activity and to work in headquarters, forth. She has named
Mrs. Theodore Fouch of Los Angeles as L.A. Coffee Hour Chairman.
Mrs. Fouch will hold a Coffee Hour in her home on May 15. Chad
McCllelan will be the speaker and Pat Nixon, an honored guest.
Indications from other areas both in the county and the out-
counties show a good response to Valley's urgings.
2. The news conference to announce the Women's "Action Package"
of programs in terms of press representative attendance was very
disappointing for a number of reasons which are not appropriate
for the purposes of this memo. However, the wrap up story and
the statements "Why I am supporting Dick Nixon for Governor"
and the biographical material about each Activity Chairman are
being sent today to each of the Women's Page Editors (in Southern
California), News Editors of radio and TV stations (in Los Angeles
County). I plan to ask Jackie Van Buren to clip the stories that
are run.
3. The KEYS in Los Angeles County have been active, each one of
the 30 being called at least once a week from two to six letters
or cards.
A report received yesterday from Mrs. Kvale in S.F. indicated
the major portion of their effort directed to the newspapers in
the six Bay Area Counties. She enclosed copies of letters sent
and copies of those published. They are now receiving direct
advice and written material on issues.
CRA:bc
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To: BOB HALDEMAN
Date: May 11, 1962
From: CHARLIE FARRINGTON
Subject: PR STATUS REPORT
Distribution: Herb Kalmbach
1. ADVERTISING: Outdoor posting completed statewide
619 24-sheet
posters 252 in Los Angeles County
500 7-sheet posters in
Los Angeles County plus one painted board (Hody's) and one tri-
vision (P.O.A)
....
TV spot §60 and 20 seconds) completed -- time
schedule established for 3-weeks beginning May 15
Finished art
for newspaper ads and 10-second TV "I.D.'s" in production
60-second radio "spot" scripts prepared for RN taping.
2. PUBLICITY: Reorganized News Bureau functioning with marked
improvement
average of 5 releases prepared and distributed daily
-- RN excerpts. Candidate schedule, leadership appointments and
features.
3. SPEAKERS BUREAU: 44 requests to date
39 filled and completed
5 yet to be filled
Speakers Manual distributed to all speakers, plus
Nixon County and Community Chairmen.
4. MATERIALS: All authorized items except one folder prepared and
distributed under direction of Sammy Sammelman.
5. TELETHON: Times on 7 stations cleared
Agency working with
John Davies on lines -- no apparent problem
producer engaged
all mail and other promotional items arranged, and addressing of
envelopes begun
still no success in securing "Celebrity" Chairman
to sign mailing -- contact with Sue Taurog for securing of personalities
to appear on show also proving difficult.
6. MISCELLANEOUS: Prepared 2 suggested statements for taping by RN
for local meetings
have undertaken initial drafting of RN wires to
meetings where appearance was declined
assisting various head-
quarters in securing of "talent" for openings and other local
arrangements.
J
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
H. R. Haldeman
Date: May 14, 1962
From:
A. V. Sammelman
Subject:
Progress to date
Distribution:
I assume you don't want a detailed account of office equip-
ment, personnel and other such headquarters problems. How-
ever, a rough breakdown of what has been done on materials
might be of interest. To date, we have produced the follow-
ing major items:
Bumper strips
250 M
Windshield stickers
500 M
Brochures
350 M
"State" lapel tabs
250 M
"Bar" lapel tabs
250 M
Green support cards
150 M
Half-cards
6 M
One-sheet posters
2,500
Miniature 24-sheet posters
2,500
Small banners
2,500
Pledge sheets
30 M
Blue membership cards
15 M
Gold membership cards
5 M
Various newspaper reprints
120 M
Operation telephone cards
150 M
"Dick Nixon Speaks" folder
5 M
Nixonette costumes
500
Richard Nixon autographed cards
50 M
1-inch buttons
25 M
3-inch buttons
5 M
Thimbles
25 M
Telephone dialers
10 M
Community Handbooks
1 M
Organization black book
150
"Thank You" forms for Finance
2 M
Car keys and chains
600
Nixonette Membership cards
1 M
"State" gold pins for finance
3 M
Speakers Manuals
1 M
Also, materials have been produced for the following mailings:
2 Newsletters
30 M each
1960 workers
25 M
Dentists
5 M
Veterans
5 M
Attorneys
9 M
Republican leaders
2 M
Page 2.
In addition, we, of course, produced signs for buses and
headquarters, many thousand envelopes and press release sheets,
various letterheads, business cards, etc.
We have received $4,868.07 in payment for these materials
from various headquarters who have placed orders through
Allied Service Units.
RICHARD NIXON
May 18, 1962
CHARLIE FARRINGTON
PUBLIC RELATIONS REPORT
Bob Haldeman
Per your request, the following will indicate assignments completed
by me, as well as those which are proposed for major emphasis for
the balance of the Primary Campaign:
A. ADVERTISING: Outdoor posting completed statewide 619 24-sheet
posters -- 252 in Los Angeles County
500
7-sheet
posters
in
Los Angeles County
plus one painted board (Hody's) and one tri-
vision (P.O.A.) TV 'spots" (60 and 20 seconds) produced -- time
scheduled for two weeks beginning May 22
10-second TV "I.D.'s"
completed for local distribution mats for newspaper ads completed
3 60-second radio "spots" taped by RN.
B. PUBLICITY: Reorganized News Bureau functioning with marked
improvement average of 5 releases prepared and distributed
daily -- RN excerpts, Candidate's schedule, leadership appoint-
ments, and features.
C. SPEAKERS BUREAU: 48 requests to date -- 42 filled and completed,
6 yet to be filled Speakers Manual distributed to all speakers,
plus Nixon County and Community Chairmen.
D. MATERIALS: All authorized items prepared and distributed under
direction of Sammy Sammelman.
E. TELETHON: Times cleared on 8 stations statewide mail
campaign under way
material in preparation for local headquarters
promotion layouts prepared for newspaper advertising
recruit-
ment of participating celebrities in process audience arrange-
ments, selection and assignment of telephone operators, studdo
decoration, and format of program remain to be resolved.
F. GENERAL: Routine mail and telephone calls continuing at
greatly accelerated rate
contacts with press, radio and TV
personnel ("man-to-man" assignment) to be followed up on daily
basis
drafting of letters, wires and suggested news items
assisting local headquarters in arrangements for openings --
speakers, celebrities, programs and campaign materials.
In summary, my efforts during the next two and a half weeks will be
concentrated mainly upon the Telethon and giving general PR assis-
tance to all areas of our staff and volunteer organization.
RICHARD NIXON
May 18, 1962
YVONNE SMITH
LIAISON REPUBLICAN ORGANIZATIONS
CONTACT This staff liaison between Candidate's campaign and elected
Republican leadership has been well received by all persons
contacted. In some instances, I feel certain, has given them
a feeling of belonging, which in turn has helped our campaign.
Personal contact has been made in 26 key Counties with County
Republican Central Committee Chairmen. A re-cap is attached
as of May 8.
Thirty-three Central Committee Chairmen are openly Nixon
supporters.
Five Counties contacted are questionable in the Primary:
BUTTE
16,812
MADERA
4,331
STANISLAUS 1,901
VENTURA 30,951
RIVERSIDE 61,474
MAILER 1. Attached is a copy of letter mailed May 16th to all elected
members of Republican Central Committees (1,200) for the purpose
of proving your interest in the official Party, and of reminding
them that Shell is destroying all that they have worked to build,
and distributing water speech answering the question as to your
knowledge of State affairs.
This letter was also sent to all California Federated Women's
Presidents (460)
And to all Assembly Presidents (80)
2. Letter draft attached to be mailed immediately to all County
Central Committee Chairmen, with a copy of News Release of May 15,
urging heavy Republican Primary vote. This letter over RN sig-
nature.
OUR COUNTY COORDINATING NIXON CHAIRMAN Contacting 10 Southern California
County Nixon Chairmen, urging their support and cooperation on
all State programs, and assisting them with their various re-
quests.
LIAISON REPORT
page 2
MAY 20-JUNE $ Programing calls for repeat contact to 26 Key Counties
and the balance of the 58 Counties.
Responsible for assuring adequate and appropriate pro-Nixon
representation at all rallies where the Candidate is not
present.
Responsible for seeing that all Republican Headquarters in
Los Angeles County have Nixon supplies.
POST ELECTION Letter to all leadership over RN signature as soon after
election as possible.
Analysis of vote by County.
Collection of information which will strengthen our position
for General Election.
RICHARD NIXON
May 18, 1962
YVONNE SMITH
CAPSULE REPORT OF THE LIAISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN CENTRAL COMMITTEES
Following is my interpretation of the present status of the Nixon
Campaign, by Counties, which has been determined through contact
of the County Central Committee Chairmen and other leaders with
whom I have had association in the past.
ALAMEDA COUNTY - 157,347
Chairman Louis Sherman reports that Alameda County is in
a difficult position due to the type situation, but is
planning a heavy drive for a Republican turnout. Sherman
estimates a 75-25% in the Primary. The 20th Congressional
District has 11, Chinese Precincts. This is probably the
strongest area within the ethnic groups. Sherman is a
pro-Nixon Chairman. At this moment he doubts if the
County will go Republican in the General Election. (Apr.8)
BUTTE COUNTY -
16,812
Chairman Bob Winston. Recently replaced by H. Wilfried
Barnann, reported by mail that Nixon campaigning is
picking up. Money coming in more than ever before.
Shell supporters now fighting among themselves. (May 8)
Organization needs a shot in the arm -- in fact -- a
transfusion. Winston estimates 50-50% split in Primary
(Apr. 19)
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY 68,480
Chairman Sam Conti reports things look bad. Good committee
in County but campaign not off the ground. Lacks organ-
ization. Needs more grass roots campaigning. Having
difficulties raising funds. Problem of securing supplies
because of lack of finances. However, the Republican
Assembly pole reports 7-1 Nixon over Shell. Estimates
vote very light in Primary. Nixon 80, Shell 20 (May 1)
FRESNO COUNTY
42,187
Chairman Blaine E. Pettitt reports that in mid-April
Nixon operation was sagging, but area meeting added some
spirit which was needed. Estimates 60-40% in Primary.
At this time Chairman is doubtful that we could carry
the General Election (Apr.27)
HUMBOLDT COUNTY 15,660
Chairman Robert Hill in excellent shape for Nixon. Estimates
90-10% in the Primary. A positive statement that they will
carry the General. Nixon netted $8,000. TV supporters
were well received. Shell supporters age noisy but not
the working Republicans. (Apr.16)
2.
IMPERIAL
8,464
COUNTY
Chairman Simpson reports not able to hold Nixon support.
Shell gaining rapidly. Excuse -- Nixon's lack of stand
on issues.
Anderholt, Nixon Chairman, having difficult time recruiting.
(Apr.16)
April 29, I spent three days in the County. Found that
Nixon support is available and needed only a little con-
vincing talk. Most recruiting coppleted during that
3-day period.
Chairman estimates 50-50 split. My estimation 75-25%,
and will carry in the General by 4,000 votes. Imperial
County should also pick up an Assembly seat and there is
a good possibility that the Congressional seat can be won.
3% shift to Republican ticket.
KING COUNTY
4,866
Chairman Joe Mather states there is something going for
Shell, but no headquarters open. Most backing for Shell
comes from the businessmen in the city of Bakersfield.
Candidate Ray Arnet is running stronger every day.
Getting $100 donations where he once got $10. All in all,
County will improve vote over 1960, but will not carry
General Election. Estimated Primary vote 60-40 split.
MADERA COUNTY
4,331
Chairman Arnold states Nixon meeting well received, does
not feet there is too much Shell support at this time.
Chairman rather out of touch with his County, but anxious
to organize precinct organization after Primary. I have
promised to assist him with a team upon his request follow-
ing June 5th election. Due to the agricultural area and
the conservative trends with a light turnout will have to
say 50-50 in this County.
MARIPOSA COUNTY 1,195
Chairman Massey states things shaping up fairly well,
father of Nixon is Christopher Chairman, so they have a
team going in the area. One of the greatest assets to the
Republicans will be Coakley on the ticket. He is attracting
both workers and interest. Estimate 80-20% Primary split
and will carry the General. (Apr. 18)
MENDOCINO COUNTY 7,486
Chairman Russell Clark states that it looks fairly good for
Nixon. Shell in the County drew 1/10th the crowd. One
weakness -- no Nixon material. Estimated vote for the
Primary 85-15. (May 3)
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MERCED COUNTY
9,289
Recently retired County Chairman Mary Wolohan states
Central Committee without leadership. However, the
Young Republicans and the Federated Women took it
upon themselves to find good leadership to file for
Central Committee positions. Shell not too strong in
the area. Weakness in leadership shown when Democrats
gave $25.00 a plate dinner for Winston and Colby --
the greater majority of the tickets were sold to
Republicans. (Apr. 8)
People in area still very sensitive over our John
Birch attack. Possible issue--farmers really up
in arms over 160 acre limitation. Press relations could
be improved by a real TLC approach to Publisher Dean
Lasher. 60-40% estimated Primary vote. (Apr.17)
MONTEREY COUNTY
26,613
Vincent Moore, County Chairman, states he has a 3-way
problem in his County. Real difficulties with the CRA,
precinct workers ready to split strength. Moore trying
to hold organization together with a non-partisan
attidude. Problem does not exist in the Peninsula.
At this time 75-25% in Primary. Will carry the General
election. (Apr.18)
ORANGE COUNTY
153,915
Chairman Dennis Carpenter, states that he is pleased
with headway of Central Committee and Nixon Committee.
George Rodda, newly appointed Finance Chairman, out-
standing. It is difficult to call this one due to the
political temperature in the area, but he will say
60-40% (May 7)
Pat Hitt has returned home because conditions in
Orange County indicated a need. She will head up
precinct and telephone operation for Nixon. The job
will be done under her direction and a heavy vote
should ensure us a 60-40% split. (May 10)
RIVERSIDE COUNTY
61,474
New County Chairman Bill Sullivan, states we are in
trouble here, and I couldn't agree more! Shell has
the support of old pros of the County plus the ultra-
conservative wing and the new and enthusiastic Young
Republicans. Our County Nixon Chairman working against
tough odds, but putting together a fairly good oper-
ation. In mid-April, following RN's visit to the County,
would call this 50-50. Our Nixon Chairman on May 10
calls it 60-50%.. I feel that because of the congressional
race and Saunds illness, there will be a heavy vote which
will be to our benefit.
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SACRAMENTO COUNTY
71,800
George Smith, County Chairman, reports that Shell has
an outstanding organization, a fairly good following
but, of course, has spent a great deal of time there.
Smith feels Nixon Committee good, and if they keep
working Sacramento should go 2-1/2 to 1. General
election is questionable. (Apr.18)
May 6, George Smith retired as County Chairman and
replaced by Robert Danielson.
SAN BERNARDINO
84,660
COUNTY
Chairman David Armstrong states the general impression
throughout County is a weakness on issues. Shell
support is in the minority now, but Republican organ-
ization, such as Montclair Republican group, is 90%
Shell. Also League of Women Voters have been using
Hughes case as attack. Armstrong says facts would
be of assistance on both Hughes and RN house pur-
chase, in order to stop the rumors. General outlook
good in Primary and General 85-15% split. (Apr.19)
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
199,260
Chairman Judge Ed Thacker, states Shall has good follow-
ing; father has a great deal of influence in the area;
Shell has good committee but mostly neophytes; Nixon
Committee has more of the old guard Republicans.
Press is good for both Candidates. 60-40%split. (May 13)
SAN FRANCISCO
125,203
COUNTY
Chairman Ed Osgood, states Shell campaign weak in the
area, However, knowing Alderman's ability, he expects
more activity. Ed felt that the RN book did not help
Nixon. Ed complains about over-protection of the
Candidate. Primary split 70-30%. General we will not
carry. However, they think we will improve on 1960
vote. (Apr.6)
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY
36,577
Chairman Marshall Cless states organization good, some
loud noises from conservatives. Estimates 75-25% split
and in the General feels they will carry. (May 1)
SAN LUIS OBISPO
14,711
COUNTY
Chairman Peter Andre reports good committee working.
Shell, as of April 27, has no committee, chairman or
headquarters, but well represented in the Republican
Headquarters. Thinks our public relations with press
is poor and we should concentrate on improving it.
He gives Shell 30% of the vote in spite of no organ-
ization. 70-30% Primary. At this time we will carry
the General. (Apr.27)
5.
SANTA BARBARA
36,222
COUNTY
Chairman Don McLaughlin states everything looks fairly
well. Shell has some good support in the area. At this
time gives him 35% of the vote, but does not anticipate
any trouble with his forces after the Primary. Nixon
will carry Santa Barbara County in the General. (Apr.18)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY
121,242
Chairman Bob Lindsey, states we are playing down Shell's
strength too much, therefore, our people are not con-
cerned enough. He is pleased with the Santa Clara
County Committee. Nixon campaign coming along well,
should carry 75-25%. (Apr.18)
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY
21,412
Chairman Carl Conley feels that Nixon is in excellent
position. Birch statement hurt him with the conser-
vative group. Carl estimates a 75-25% split. RN will
carry General. (Apr.6)
SOLANO COUNTY
13,897
Chairman Geneve Brownridge states that the official
organization will be concentrating on a heavy Republican
turnout for their Congressional Candidate Mike Honsinger,
which should help the entire ticket, particularly RN.
Her chief complaint is with the press "We MUST TRY a
little harder." Estimates 80-20% split in the Primary.
Doubtful for the Genera. (Apr.19)
STANISLAUS COUNTY
1,901
Chairman Doug White states turnout good for Nixon;
Shell fairly strong; not too much to say; at this
time estimates 50-50 split. (Apr.17)
VENTURA COUNTY
30,951
Chairman Virginia Fine. A new Chairman, who I have had
varied reports on as far as Nixon support is concerned.
She states that Shell looks very good, and checking the
County out with others, I have found that Shell's fin-
ancial situation was improved by the support of Joe
Russell and his brother. Russell started campaign out
with a $2,000 donation, and has many influential
friends who have been contributing. General opinion
from others is that we will carry the Primary but by
a very, very narrow margin - 50-50 split. We will
NOT, at this time, carry the General. (Aprl 17)
YVONNE SMITH
Director Liaison
Republican Organizations
NIXON FOR GOVERNOR
3908 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 5, California; DU 5-9161
As an elected officer of the California Federation of Repub-
lican Women, you are an important asset to Dick Nixon's campaign.
Dick has repeatedly emphasized the necessity for close co-
ordination between his campaign and the Republican Party organ-
ization. To help to achieve this objective he has appointed
me as his liaison representative, charged with the respon-
sibility of counselling with you, hearing your suggestions
and helping to incorporate them into his overall campaign
effort wherever possible. To our knowledge, this is the first
campaign in which a staff member has been assigned this full-
time task.
As a member and past chairman of a California Republican
County Central Committee, I consider this a priority assignment.
And I know you will appreciate, as I do, the importance Dick
places on the leadership of our Party by taking this action.
This campaign is being directed to a November victory. As Dick
Nixon has so often said, "I have no quarrels with members of
my party the best way to win a Primary is to prove how
effective you can be in a campaign against your opponent in
November--not against a fellow Republican." As a dedicated
Republican Party leader, I am sure you can understand the
importance of holding firm to this position.
The Candidate's statement of last week on water is enclosed.
Since I know you will want to study Dick's position on other
issues, as well, I plan to mail additional material to you as
the campaign progresses.
Looking forward to a United Republican Victory and the oppor-
tunity of meeting with you soon.
Sincerely,
Yvonne Smith
Director of Liaison
Republican Organizations
Draft
Letter from RN to County Central Committee Chairmen
, Chairman
County Republican Central Committee
Dear
:
I am enclosing a copy of a letter written to all of
our Nixon for Governor Chairmen throughout the State, urging
the largest possible Republican turnout on June 5. As you
will note, the letter was also released to the press with the
hope of broader coverage.
I can only reiterate to you the desire of all
responsible Republicans for a large turnout, not only to amass
a significant total vote in the Gubernatorial campaign but also
to aid our other Statewide candidates, our legislators and our
legislative nominees. A high vote is particularly important
in our effort to maintain and capture legislative seats.
It is for this reason that I now write you to urge that
you activate our party precinct organization in your county for
an all-out get-out-the-vote push. Obviously, this can and should
be done regardless of candidate choice in the primary, and without
mention of preference. Let me urge, simply, that your county
workers be called upon to get out the Republican vote on Election
Day.
Sincerely yours,
RICHARD NIXON
May 18, 1962
YVONNE SMITH
LEGISLATIVE ALUMNI
Co-Chairman (Former Assemblyman) Ward Casey, and Former
Speaker Jim Silliman, have contacted the list of 82 former
Legislators in California, which was forwarded to you
earlier.
Due to the activity of most of these men as Legislative
Advocates, candidates, and Judgeships, the committee at
present stands rather small but are actively working
among their friends.
Their names have been given to Hugh Flournoy for Task Force
assignments.
FUTURE PLANS -- Letter draft attached to be sent out over
RN's signature as soon as possible.
Casey and Silliman are drafting a letter to be used by
this Committee after Primary.
Draft
Legislative "Alumni" Letter
Dear
:
This is just a short note to express my thanks to you
for giving me your help in this campaign. As a former state
legislator you know the importance of restoring leadership to
the Governor's office. This is an effort that all of us will
be working toward between now and November, and thereafter.
With the help of those like yourself and many other leading
citizens and thousands of workers throughout this State, we
shall do the job.
I will be looking forward to seeing you soon, and
certainly after the primary when I can again swing into all
of the counties in the State.
Sincerely yours,
(Drafted by Assemblyman Bagley, at my request)
RICHARD NIXON
May 18, 1962
YVONNE SMITH
"FRIENDLY EAR"
An effort has been made to create a general feeling of warmth
and interest in all persons calling State Headquarters. This
entire staff has assisted in handling calls and I have taken
well over 1,600 since the program was initiated.
A full-time volunteer has been available in Headquarters for
a period, and will be full-time again by May 21st. He handles
routine calls -- including a good ear for the "nuts" and
"cranks," He will be relieved by two men recommended by
Harrison McCall.
Daily records are kept on all calls from this desk and given
to me nightly for review.
Calls vary from"Why haven't you," -- "When" "How Come"
"Don't you know" -- Issues, Arguments --
and the song of the Birch Birds.
The program has been responsible for obtaining and directing
to the correct staff members; volunteers for the field, Key
operation, leads for the Press, and forwarding a variety
of information to the correct departments and voters
requesting specific information.
FUTURE PLANS ... Nothing will change on this program except
less calls for me, with volunteers handling more of the
routine questions.
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
To:
RN
Date: May 18, 1962
From:
CAROL ARTH
Subject: PAST ACTIVITIES & PROJECTS THROUGH JUNE 5
OFFICE OF SPECIAL PROJECTS
Distribution:
SPEAKERS' MANUAL
Original manual completed in cooperation with Mildred Younger.
400 manuals issued (215 So. California - 185 No. California)
to members of the Speakers' Bureau, Nixon County and Community
Chairmen and Vice-Chairmen, Finance Committee members, regional
Nixon Chairmen and Vice Chairmen, Public Relations and Speakers'
Bureau Chairmen.
One supplement already issued.
Second supplement will go out on May 21.
KEY PROGRAM
COUNTIES ORGANIZED
Los Angeles County
32 Community KEYS w/15 workers each (480)
Imperial County
10 Community KEYS
San Francisco County
11 Community KEYS
Alameda County
9 Community KEYS
Miss Jeri Johnson, Office of the Dean of Administration, UCLA, is
making all phone calls to LA County Community KEYS on instruction
from Headquarters. Minimum of one contact per week with each one
requesting minimum of 6 letters (two to TIMES, two to HERALD-
EXAMINER, and two to local). Magazines and TV interview shows
monitored with letters and cards sent. Publication not extensive
but letters intelligent, continuous and, in line with guide lines
laid down by you.
Imperial, San Francisco and Alameda County KEYS all on mailing
list to receive press releases as are LA County Keys. Guidance
received through these and other mailings including written in-
structions and phone calls when necessary.
RN
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May 18, 1962
TV MONITORING
Ninety monitors in LA County monitoring 30 news and interview
programs per week. Now under instruction to call headquarter
news room immediately with report of content, etc., following
mention of RN on monitored show.
By May 22, all KEYS and Monitors will receive suggested RN
support letter covered by letter urging them to write a similar
one to all their friends and colleagues in California before
June 5.
They are being and will continue to be urged to work locally
to get-out-the-vote between now and on June 5.
NIXON "ACTION PACKAGE"
This office has been and will continue through June 5 to direct
the staff work and originate ideas for the Coffee Hours and the
Primary telephone activity. Mrs. Theodore Fouch, LA County
Coffee Hour Chairman, through her coffee on Tuesday, May 15, in
the Park La Brea District, kicked off "Dick Nixon Day" in
Southern California and initiated a chain of Coffee Hours which
will continue through May 31 recruiting volunteers for tele-
phoning, poll watching and checking. Each guest is signing up
to give a coffee hour herself to recruit additional workers and
is being listed to receive the mailing about the Telethon.
Coffee Hours will be held that night.
This office is in daily contact by phone or in person with all
LA County Community and Telephone Chairmen to determine progress
of telephone activity, and to perform varied functions required
at this stage of campaign.
CRA:be
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Nixon for Governor
file
To:
BOB HALDEMAN and ROSE MARY WOODS
Date: November 5, 1962
From:
Nick Ruwe
Subject:
Nixon-for-Governor Chairmen
Distribution:
Following are my personal observations on the effectiveness
of our Chairmen:
ALAMEDA COUNTY:
Bob McKeen is o.k. and seems to me is in the game for
his personal benefit and the mileage he can
get out of his connection with RN. The vote
his organization turns out would have something
to do with his effectiveness.
Stan Lerch is a complete idiot.
CALAVERAS COUNTY:
Marvin Shupe tries his best, but his inexperience
overcomes his effectiveness.
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY:
Ralph Hill is a nice "bright young man," but is not too
forceful.
Ruth Jacobus is a busy-body who does not produce.
Sam Conti talks a good line, but does nothing.
FRESNO COUNTY:
Don Franson tries his best, is a good Chairman and has
gotten some good experience out of this campaign.
Melville Willson is a complete-do-nothing.
Blaine Pettitt (GOP Chairman) is a 100% Nixon man, and
can be counted on to do a good job.
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HUMBOLDT COUNTY:
Clayton Janssen is a good man and tries his best.
Robert Hill (GOP Chairman) worked closely with our
organization and can also be counted on for
a good job.
PASADENA:
Ralph Helpbringer - paid man in the Headquarters and
tries his best.
POMONA:
Bob Firth - lazy.
Betty Bettencourt - O.K.
May Bowen - the loyal old Headquarters manager.
SAN GABRIEL:
Ted Yale - pretty much of a jerk, and the vote that is
gotten out will show what kind of a job he did.
SOUTHEASTERN DIVISION:
Roy Reynolds - no good.
Dan Bryant is a "bright young man, " does his best.
Was released to work full time the last three
weeks of the campaign. Has trouble taking
orders --- he probably wants to be Mayor of
Los Angeles. (All the rallies he worked on
were excellent.)
MONTEREY PARK:
George Ricci is out for George Ricci, but is willing
to build an organization that can be valuable
--- even though the organization is for George
Ricci and no one else.
LONG BEACH:
Lorraine Lungren is good at putting coffees and meetings
together.
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MANHATTAN BEACH:
Jason Lane just does not get the big picture
Clarence "Bus" Turner was for Joe Shell in the primary,
but we understand he did his best for us in
the general.
INGLEWOOD:
Maureen Ryalek is a good Nixonette Chairman
Norman Shanahan should be given the responsibility of
finance work, and not organizational type work.
WESTERN DIVISION:
Armond Feichtmeir is an absolute clod.
IMPERIAL COUNTY:
Hercel Shultz - according to the advance man, he did a
good job.
KERN COUNTY:
Barney Gill is incompetent, and contrary - and drinks
too much.
ORANGE COUNTY:
Walter Schmid is not very good.
Sam Barnes is good at working on rallies.
Pat Hitt is an obvious contact here.
MADERA COUNTY:
J. Gail Stewart is inexperienced, but did a very good
job for us, and had a surprisingly good turnout
for RN in the primary.
MARIN COUNTY:
Mrs. Lee Sherry (San Rafael) is the Precinct Chairman for
the County, and does a bang-up job.
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MENDOCINO COUNTY:
W. K. "Bill" Williams is o.k., and is connected with the
local radio station.
Russell Clarke (GOP Chairman) is either the editor or
publisher of the paper, and cannot be counted on.
MERCED COUNTY:
Dwight M. Ewing, Jr. is the type who wants to be Chairman
in name only, and does absolutely nothing.
On election eve Dave Poole repored that he called
Ewing to get some help on the radio spots and TV
spots, and was told he was too busy to devote any
time to politics - and wondered if he would like to
come to an election night party.
David Poole of the Merced Sun Star carried the ball ir the
latter part of the campaign, and can really QO a
good job.
MONTEREY COUNTY:
Frank Reiser - inadequate and dull
George Tomlinson - a non-working jerk
NAPA COUNTY:
Arthur Bierkle - infirm.
Mrs. Howard McLaughlin is said to be o.k.
PLACER COUNTY:
Jim Grubbs - former associate and Chairman for Shell - did
a good job for RN's visit. Tries to think on a
stabalized basis and is actually too limited to
do SO.
Robert Boon - a pretty good man, buthas a busy law practice
and probably cannot devote enough time to do a
responsible job.
SACRAMENTO:
Norman Morrison turned out some good crowds for rallies.
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SAN BENITO COUNTY:
Mrs. Marie Latapie can be judged only on the fact that
they had a good crowd for RN's appearance.
Gladys Krug - the same applies.
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY:
Robert Eberhardt is a good Chairman inthat he is in a
financial position that allows him to keep
the organization solvent.
Ed DeBolt - the paid staff - is capable of doing a good job.
LODI:
Bing Taylor is a green-Horn at this kind of a thing, but
follows instructions. They had a good meeting
when RN appeared late in the general.
SAN MATEO COUNTY:
Gene Brenner is probably the worst Chairman in the 1962
Campaign. Bill Madden is quite familiar with
this area, and might well be consulted in the
future.
SANTA CLARA COUNTY:
Robert Winters does his best - takes directions well,
and has probably been a pretty good Chairman.
SHASTA COUNTY:
John Fair is insane.
SISKIYOU COUNTY:
Rod Baumbach, Jr., is young, enthusiastic and probably
does his best.
SONOMA COUNTY:
Charles LeMenager -- not too much of a fire-ball, but does
what he is told --- this is according to the
advance man.
Mrs. Paul Kelly was the Chairman for PN appearance, and
did a good job with that.
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STANISLAUS COUNTY:
Dr. Grant Bare is not very good.
Flora Lindblom in Turlock did a good job on the Nixon
visit, but does not take direction well.
TUOLUMNE:
Ray Edwards did a pretty good job for the Nixon visit
in the primary.
TULARE COUNTY:
Florence Doe is quite good - does her best, but the
organization here seems to need some new
blood. It is: currently full of old codgers.
YOLO COUNTY:
Joe Richter - a trouble maker.
YUBA COUNTY:
Dr. Bob Hall is a bit too old, and whenever possible,
shoves his responsibility over to the GOP.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY:
Jim Smith does his very best getting a good organization
off the ground.
Ada Stockwell has control of the women in the county,
and gets them organized well.
Bill Hellyer does a pretty good job
Woodrow Miller does not do much, but is a respected man
in the area. He is well-known in the community
as well as the Church, and is liked by Democrats.
Also he is fairly well off.
ONTARIO:
John Cooper did a good job for the RN visit in Ontario
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY:
George "Cap" Reade, Jr. does little but fall down or
the job and complain.
John Babich - an attorney - has a good sense of political
things.
Norman Davis - is a trouble maker from the work go.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY:
Admiral Leslie Gehres is not too good. Check with
Phil Acker.
Frank Thornton - highly recommended by Leon Parma, but
certainly does not seem very good to me.
Obviously Herb Klein is the one to contact.
Jack Starkey will, unfortunately, always be on the
San Diego scene and must be dealt with in
a firm manner. He usually produces what is
asked of him.
Hans Doe is for Hans Doe, and is somewhat controversial
in North County.
Mayor Erwin Sklar - Oceanside - is a boob.
O. Doyle Dannenberg - Escondido - does his best.
SAN LUIS OBISPO:
Mrs. Marion Sinsheimer is just impos ible.
SANTA BARBARA:
Claude Morter does not do what he is asked to do, and
lied to the advance man.
Warner Edmans is now a drunk.
VENTURA:
Bob Nesen is apparently a fine Chairman in every way,
and the final judgement on him should be
made with regard to the vote he turns out.
He is an Oldsmobile dealer, and can supply
a free car.
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SAN FERNANDO VALLEY:
Leonore Yeamans can be called on to get the job done,
and will cooperate in all ways.
Eleanor McGee does her best, and turned out a fine crowd
for RN in North Hollywood.
Ernie George is a real idiot.
Dwight Chapin - the Field Man for this Division - knows
where the good bodies are buried in this area.
GLENDALE:
Dick Daugherty - a good Chairman, does his best - needs
direction. Probably learned something out of
this campaign.
Chuck Fabian is dull and inadequate.
WHSF SM&OF HR HALDEMAN
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