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From Gordon Strachan to Alex Butterfield. RE: Telephone Call to Governor Walter Peterson. 2 pgs. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/18/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Mario D. Belardino. RE: Strachan's ability to obtain Gerald Ford as the guest speaker at Belardino's fund raising dinner on October 14. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/6/1971
From Mario D. Belardino to Gordon Strachan. RE: Gerald Ford's appearance at an upcoming fund raising dinner spearheaded by Belardino. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 9/23/1971
Unknown author to Gordon per Pat O'Donnell's office. RE: The request to line up Martha Mitchell, and request for immediate follow-up. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], no date
From Gordon Strachan to Pat O'Donnell. RE: Speaking Request of October 14-New York. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 8/9/1971
From Mario D. Belardino to Gordon Strachan. RE: Details of the 1971 Annual Campaign Reception and Dinner sponsered by the RNC. 2 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 8/5/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dwight Chapin. RE: The documentary film on the President centered on the Campaign of 1972. The film will focus on the "Great moments of Nixon." 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/26/1971
From Gordon C. Strachan to Dor and Ira. RE: Strachan's best wishes given to Dor and Ira for the recent birth of their child, Lauren Rose. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/21/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Cheney. RE: Attached Gallup Materials with points to be discussed. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/6/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dwight Chapin. RE: Edward McDaniel, and the fact that he's been "Shut out of any Republican party activity." 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/6/1971
From John Dean to Gordon Strachan. RE the statement: "You may wish to look into this matter-Please advise us of your actions." 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], no date
From Jack Caulfield to Edward Mc Daniel. RE: Edward Mc Daniel's recent "shut out" from the Republican party, and the need to pass this on to Haldeman who holds Mc Daniel in high regard. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 9/30/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Chuck Colson. RE: The "Operating Engineers", and the plausible threat they present to the Nixon campaign through the spread of anti-Nixon propaganda. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/5/1971
From Harry Dent to Bob Haldeman. RE: Message of "Please handle." 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/4/1971
From G. Paul Jones, Jr. to Harry Dent. RE: The attachment of bumper stickers that represent the smear campaign tactics of the "Operating Engineers" group. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 10/1/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow Up." RE: Check in with Jeb Magruder to see if he has seen Tom Shepherd's speech writer, Mel Grayson. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/29/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: Status update with Lyn Nofziger on the status of the October 26 memorandum. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/28/1971
Author unknown to John Freiburg. RE: The birth of Mr. Freiburg's niece, Lauren Rose.1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/21/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: The options for the Presidential meeting with Frank Sinatra. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/14/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Harry Flemming. RE: Vermont Presidential Primary on March 7, and McCloskey's possible attempt to use the media as an outlet to embarrass the President. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Donald Rumsfeld to Haldeman. RE: A message that reads "Confidential." 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/5/1971
Author unknown to Haldeman. RE: Attached on comments on the Randolph, Vermont Presidential primary scheduled for March 7. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/5/1971
From Bill Gifford to Don Rumsfeld. RE: The Presidential primary in Randolph, Vermont on March 7, 1972, and the possibility that the President will plan a visit. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/1/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: Check-in with Dent on October 11 to verify his analysis of the Senatorial races. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: The President's appointment as Honorary Chairman of the YR National Advisory Board. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Howard. RE: The use of Becker polling services in New Hampshire. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/27/1971
From W. Richard Howard to Gordon Strachan. RE: The Becker polling service, and its usefulness in New Hampshire as an indicator of the President's popularity. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/22/1971
Unknown author to Dud Hendrickson. RE: The birth of their child, Lauren Rose, and her physical attributes, i.e. weight, eye color, etc. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/21/1971
From Gordon Strachan to James Havel. RE: Appreciation for Mr. Havel's letter of support to aid in the President's campaign for reelection. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Howard. RE: The possible arrival of Frank Sinatra on October 12. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Larry Higby. RE: Flanigan and Marik's submission of the preliminary plan for Research and Polling to the Attorney General. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/6/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Jeb Magruder. RE: The New York Times article that showcases the problems Muskie and McGovern will face in Wisconson. 3 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/29/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Fred Malek. RE: A leak by an unnamed GOP leader about Nixon's political posture and Agnew's role. 2 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/22/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Fred Malek. RE: Campaign recruiting of top advancemen, the establishment of key state strike forces, and the reorganization of White House Staff along campaign lines. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/18/1971
From David C. Hoopes to Gordon Strachan. RE: Campaign-related questions for recruiting. 2 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/16/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Bob Marik. RE: The importance of Muskie's statement that bussing "can be used, and should be used." 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/14/1971
From Gordon Strachan to J.A. R. Moseley. RE: Appreciation for Mr. Moseley's letter which expressed his views and concerns about the up-coming election. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 10/8/1971
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This file contains:
From Gordon Strachan to Alex Butterfield. RE: Telephone Call to Governor Walter Peterson. 2 pgs. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/18/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Mario D. Belardino. RE: Strachan's ability to obtain Gerald Ford as the guest speaker at Belardino's fund raising dinner on October 14. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/6/1971
From Mario D. Belardino to Gordon Strachan. RE: Gerald Ford's appearance at an upcoming fund raising dinner spearheaded by Belardino. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 9/23/1971
Unknown author to Gordon per Pat O'Donnell's office. RE: The request to line up Martha Mitchell, and request for immediate follow-up. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], no date
From Gordon Strachan to Pat O'Donnell. RE: Speaking Request of October 14-New York. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 8/9/1971
From Mario D. Belardino to Gordon Strachan. RE: Details of the 1971 Annual Campaign Reception and Dinner sponsered by the RNC. 2 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 8/5/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dwight Chapin. RE: The documentary film on the President centered on the Campaign of 1972. The film will focus on the "Great moments of Nixon." 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/26/1971
From Gordon C. Strachan to Dor and Ira. RE: Strachan's best wishes given to Dor and Ira for the recent birth of their child, Lauren Rose. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/21/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Cheney. RE: Attached Gallup Materials with points to be discussed. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/6/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dwight Chapin. RE: Edward McDaniel, and the fact that he's been "Shut out of any Republican party activity." 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/6/1971
From John Dean to Gordon Strachan. RE the statement: "You may wish to look into this matter-Please advise us of your actions." 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], no date
From Jack Caulfield to Edward Mc Daniel. RE: Edward Mc Daniel's recent "shut out" from the Republican party, and the need to pass this on to Haldeman who holds Mc Daniel in high regard. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 9/30/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Chuck Colson. RE: The "Operating Engineers", and the plausible threat they present to the Nixon campaign through the spread of anti-Nixon propaganda. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/5/1971
From Harry Dent to Bob Haldeman. RE: Message of "Please handle." 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/4/1971
From G. Paul Jones, Jr. to Harry Dent. RE: The attachment of bumper stickers that represent the smear campaign tactics of the "Operating Engineers" group. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 10/1/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow Up." RE: Check in with Jeb Magruder to see if he has seen Tom Shepherd's speech writer, Mel Grayson. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/29/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: Status update with Lyn Nofziger on the status of the October 26 memorandum. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/28/1971
Author unknown to John Freiburg. RE: The birth of Mr. Freiburg's niece, Lauren Rose.1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/21/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: The options for the Presidential meeting with Frank Sinatra. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/14/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Harry Flemming. RE: Vermont Presidential Primary on March 7, and McCloskey's possible attempt to use the media as an outlet to embarrass the President. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Donald Rumsfeld to Haldeman. RE: A message that reads "Confidential." 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/5/1971
Author unknown to Haldeman. RE: Attached on comments on the Randolph, Vermont Presidential primary scheduled for March 7. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/5/1971
From Bill Gifford to Don Rumsfeld. RE: The Presidential primary in Randolph, Vermont on March 7, 1972, and the possibility that the President will plan a visit. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/1/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: Check-in with Dent on October 11 to verify his analysis of the Senatorial races. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE: The President's appointment as Honorary Chairman of the YR National Advisory Board. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Howard. RE: The use of Becker polling services in New Hampshire. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/27/1971
From W. Richard Howard to Gordon Strachan. RE: The Becker polling service, and its usefulness in New Hampshire as an indicator of the President's popularity. 1 pg. [Subject: Domestic Policy] [Memo], 10/22/1971
Unknown author to Dud Hendrickson. RE: The birth of their child, Lauren Rose, and her physical attributes, i.e. weight, eye color, etc. 1 pg. [Subject: Personal] [Letter], 10/21/1971
From Gordon Strachan to James Havel. RE: Appreciation for Mr. Havel's letter of support to aid in the President's campaign for reelection. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Howard. RE: The possible arrival of Frank Sinatra on October 12. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/7/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Larry Higby. RE: Flanigan and Marik's submission of the preliminary plan for Research and Polling to the Attorney General. 1 pg. [Subject: White House Staff] [Memo], 10/6/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Jeb Magruder. RE: The New York Times article that showcases the problems Muskie and McGovern will face in Wisconson. 3 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/29/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Fred Malek. RE: A leak by an unnamed GOP leader about Nixon's political posture and Agnew's role. 2 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/22/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Fred Malek. RE: Campaign recruiting of top advancemen, the establishment of key state strike forces, and the reorganization of White House Staff along campaign lines. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/18/1971
From David C. Hoopes to Gordon Strachan. RE: Campaign-related questions for recruiting. 2 pgs. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/16/1971
From Gordon Strachan to Bob Marik. RE: The importance of Muskie's statement that bussing "can be used, and should be used." 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Memo], 10/14/1971
From Gordon Strachan to J.A. R. Moseley. RE: Appreciation for Mr. Moseley's letter which expressed his views and concerns about the up-coming election. 1 pg. [Subject: Campaign] [Letter], 10/8/1971
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Richard Nixon Presidential Library
Contested Materials Collection
Folder List
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
10/18/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Alex Butterfield.
RE: Telephone Call to Governor Walter
Peterson. 2 pgs.
12
5
10/6/1971
Personal
Letter
From Gordon Strachan to Mario D.
Belardino. RE: Strachan's ability to obtain
Gerald Ford as the guest speaker at
Belardino's fund raising dinner on October
14. 1 pg.
12
5
9/23/1971
Personal
Letter
From Mario D. Belardino to Gordon
Strachan. RE: Gerald Ford's appearance at an
upcoming fund raising dinner spearheaded
by Belardino. 1 pg.
12
5
White House Staff
Memo
Unknown author to Gordon per Pat
O'Donnell's office. RE: The request to line
up Martha Mitchell, and request for
immediate follow-up. 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 1 of 8
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
8/9/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Pat O'Donnell. RE:
Speaking Request of October 14-New York.
1 pg.
12
5
8/5/1971
Campaign
Letter
From Mario D. Belardino to Gordon
Strachan. RE: Details of the 1971 Annual
Campaign Reception and Dinner sponsered
by the RNC. 2 pgs.
12
5
10/26/1971
Domestic Policy
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Dwight Chapin.
RE: The documentary film on the President
centered on the Campaign of 1972. The film
will focus on the "Great moments of Nixon."
1 pg.
12
5
10/21/1971
Personal
Letter
From Gordon C. Strachan to Dor and Ira.
RE: Strachan's best wishes given to Dor and
Ira for the recent birth of their child, Lauren
Rose. 1 pg.
12
5
10/6/1971
Domestic Policy
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Cheney. RE:
Attached Gallup Materials with points to be
discussed. 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 2 of 8
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
10/6/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Dwight Chapin.
RE: Edward McDaniel, and the fact that he's
been "Shut out of any Republican party
activity." 1 pg.
12
5
White House Staff
Memo
From John Dean to Gordon Strachan. RE the
statement: "You may wish to look into this
matter-Please advise us of your actions." 1
pg.
12
5
9/30/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Jack Caulfield to Edward Mc Daniel.
RE: Edward Mc Daniel's recent "shut out"
from the Republican party, and the need to
pass this on to Haldeman who holds Mc
Daniel in high regard. 1 pg.
12
5
10/5/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Chuck Colson. RE:
The "Operating Engineers", and the plausible
threat they present to the Nixon campaign
through the spread of anti-Nixon
propaganda. 1 pg.
12
5
10/4/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Harry Dent to Bob Haldeman. RE:
Message of "Please handle." 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 3 of 8
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
10/1/1971
Campaign
Letter
From G. Paul Jones, Jr. to Harry Dent. RE:
The attachment of bumper stickers that
represent the smear campaign tactics of the
"Operating Engineers" group. 1 pg.
12
5
10/29/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow Up." RE:
Check in with Jeb Magruder to see if he has
seen Tom Shepherd's speech writer, Mel
Grayson.
12
5
10/28/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE:
Status update with Lyn Nofziger on the status
of the October 26 memorandum.
12
5
10/21/1971
Personal
Letter
Author unknown to John Freiburg. RE: The
birth of Mr. Freiburg's niece, Lauren Rose. 1
pg.
12
5
10/14/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE:
The options for the Presidential meeting with
Frank Sinatra. 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 4 of 8
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
10/7/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Harry Flemming.
RE: Vermont Presidential Primary on March
7, and McCloskey's possible attempt to use
the media as an outlet to embarrass the
President. 1 pg.
12
5
10/5/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Donald Rumsfeld to Haldeman. RE: A
message that reads "Confidential." 1 pg.
12
5
10/5/1971
Campaign
Memo
Author unknown to Haldeman. RE: Attached
on comments on the Randolph, Vermont
Presidential primary scheduled for March 7.
1 pg.
12
5
10/1/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Bill Gifford to Don Rumsfeld. RE: The
Presidential primary in Randolph, Vermont
on March 7, 1972, and the possibility that the
President will plan a visit. 1 pg.
12
5
10/7/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE:
Check-in with Dent on October 11 to verify
his analysis of the Senatorial races. 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 5 of 8
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
10/7/1971
Domestic Policy
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to "Follow-Up." RE:
The President's appointment as Honorary
Chairman of the YR National Advisory
Board. 1 pg.
12
5
10/27/1971
Domestic Policy
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Howard. RE:
The use of Becker polling services in New
Hampshire. 1 pg.
12
5
10/22/1971
Domestic Policy
Memo
From W. Richard Howard to Gordon
Strachan. RE: The Becker polling service,
and its usefulness in New Hampshire as an
indicator of the President's popularity. 1 pg.
12
5
10/21/1971
Personal
Letter
Unknown author to Dud Hendrickson. RE:
The birth of their child, Lauren Rose, and her
physical attributes, i.e. weight, eye color, etc.
1 pg.
12
5
10/7/1971
Campaign
Letter
From Gordon Strachan to James Havel. RE:
Appreciation for Mr. Havel's letter of support
to aid in the President's campaign for re-
election. 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 6 of 8
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
10/7/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Dick Howard. RE:
The possible arrival of Frank Sinatra on
October 12. 1 pg.
12
5
10/6/1971
White House Staff
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Larry Higby. RE:
Flanigan and Marik's submission of the
preliminary plan for Research and Polling to
the Attorney General. 1 pg.
12
5
10/29/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Jeb Magruder. RE:
The New York Times article that showcases
the problems Muskie and McGovern will
face in Wisconson. 3 pgs.
12
5
10/22/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Fred Malek. RE: A
leak by an unnamed GOP leader about
Nixon's political posture and Agnew's role. 2
pgs.
12
5
10/18/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Fred Malek. RE:
Campaign recruiting of top advancemen, the
establishment of key state strike forces, and
the reorganization of White House Staff
along campaign lines. 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 7 of 8
Box Number
Folder Number
Document Date
No Date
Subject
Document Type
Document Description
12
5
10/16/1971
Campaign
Memo
From David C. Hoopes to Gordon Strachan.
RE: Campaign-related questions for
recruiting. 2 pgs.
12
5
10/14/1971
Campaign
Memo
From Gordon Strachan to Bob Marik. RE:
The importance of Muskie's statement that
bussing "can be used, and should be used." 1
pg.
12
5
10/8/1971
Campaign
Letter
From Gordon Strachan to J.A. R. Moseley.
RE: Appreciation for Mr. Moseley's letter
which expressed his views and concerns
about the up-coming election. 1 pg.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Page 8 of 8
Administratively Confidential
October 18, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR:
ALEX BUTTERFIELD
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Telephone Call to Governor
Walter Peterson
Pat Buchanan sent Mr. Haldeman a memo suggesting a telephone
call by the President to New Hampshire Governor Peterson.
With additional input from Dent and Flemming, I prepared
the attached recommended telephone call form. If there is
anything else you need, please advise.
Thank you.
GS:1m
RECOMMENDED TELEPHONE CALL
TO:
Walter Peterson, Governor of New
Hampshire
RECOMMENDED BY:
Pat Buchanan, Harry Dent, and
Harry Flemming
PURPOSE:
To thank Governor Peterson for his
letter to YAF rejecting the pro-
clamation for "Free China Day"
BACKGROUND:
There have been conflicting reports
about whether Governor Peterson has
been too friendly or merely civil to
Pete McCloskey. Peterson's letter
to YAF says: "I am a firm supporter
of President Nixon, particularly in
his efforts to achieve peace through
a more realistic attitude toward the
world's largest country." The Attorney
General has selected Lane Dwinell to
be Chairman of the New Hampshire
Committee for the Re-Election of the
President. The announcement will be
made around November 1, 1971. Governor
Peterson knows of Dwinell's selection.
No letter has been sent.
TALKING POINTS:
1. Thank you for sending me a copy
of your letter to Ron Docksai of YAF.
I appreciate your support for my trip
to Peking.
2. I understand Harry Flemming has
been up to talk with you. What was
your reaction to his efforts?
October 18, 1971
GS:1m
October 6, 1971
Dear Mario:
It was a pleasure to help you obtain
Rep. Gerald Ford as the guest speaker
at your fund raising dinner on October
14, 1971.
Thank you for sending me the tickets
to join you at that dinner. Unfortu-
nately, I will be unable to attend, but
I do appreciate your thoughtfulness in
sending them.
Looking forward to seeing you in the
future, and best wishes for a successful
evening.
Sincerely,
Gordon Strachan
Staff Assistant
to H. R. Haldeman
Mr. Mario D. Belardino
358 St. Marks Place
St. George, New York 10301
GS:elr
FU 10-6
MARIO D. BELARDINO
ATTORNEY AT LAW
A2T
358 ST. MARKS PLACE. ST. GEORGE
STATEN ISLAND. NEW YORK 10301
212 442-5505
LR/ call fer
September 23, 1971
asd
Mr. Gordon Strachan
White House
Washington, D.C.
be
Dear Gordon:
It has been confirmed to me by Mrs. Roberston
at Republican National Committee Headquarters that
Rep. Gerald Ford has consented to be the guest speaker
at our fund raising dinner on October 14, 1971.
sending she few
I am, of course, entirely grateful to you
for taking the time from your busy schedule in order
to go to bat for me. Republicans here, including our
(2) in days.
County Chairman Dick Bolton, are delighted about having
Rep. Ford.
The County Committee wishes to invite you
event
I will
and a guest of your choice to join us at the dinner.
Accordingly, I am sending you, under separate cover,
on 114th just
an invitation and two complimentary tickets. Please
return the reservation card if you are able to be with
us.
to attanel
you
If there is ever anything I may be able to
help you with, please feel free to call on me. I look
forward to meeting you personally.
Sincerely yours,
Cllor
Mario D. Belardino
MDB:mmr
Pat 0. Donnell
FU
Och. 142
MEMORANDUM
OF CALL
9/22
statem Island
9/27
TO:
Ms YOU WERE CALLED BY-
YOU WERE VISITED BY-
Mr. Belardino
OF (Organization)
PLEASE CALL
PHONE CODE/EXT NO. 212-442-5505
WILL CALL AGAIN
IS WAITING TO SEE YOU
-
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
Gordon:
Geny, Ford
Per Pat O'Donnell's office:
They are trying to line up Martha
Mitchell, however, they have not
received a reply to their memo
from Ernie Minor (RNC) or
Bart Porter. O'Donnell office
will inquire again and let you
know as soon as they have the
word.
O' Donnell
Administratively Confidential
Tugsy 70
August 9, 1971
9/3
4
MEMORANDUM FOR:
PAT O'DONNELL
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
9/8
SUBJECT:
Speaking Request of
October 14 - New York
Pursuant to our telephone conversation, would you please
handle the attached request for a speaker at the Staten
Island Republican event.
If you have any questions or need any further back up,
feel free to call me if Belardino cannot supply the
information you need.
GS:1m
MARIO D. BELARDINO
ATTORNEY AT LAW
358 ST. MARKS PLACE, ST. GEORGE
STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK 10301
212 442-5505
August 5, 1971
Mr. Gordon Strachan
The White House
Washington, D. C. 20500
Dear Gordon:
Pursuant to your recent telephone conversation
with Curt Herge, I am pleased to supply you with the details
of the 1971 Annual Campaign Reception and Dinner sponsored
by the Republican County Committee of Richmond County
(Staten Island, New York).
This year the dinner will be held at Tavern-on-
the Green, Staten Island, New York on Thursday, October 14th,
1971. Dress will be black tie. Contributions will be $125
for "Gold" tickets and $100 for "Silver" tickets.
A reception for state and city Republican officials
and other celebrities is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. and the
dinner itself will commence at 8:00 P.M. Entertainment will
feature strolling musicians and a well known comedy team.
There will be no dancing at this affair.
In 1970 the dinner honored Governor Nelson
Rockefeller, and it drew over 350 contributors. Let me say,
frankly, that although 1971 is not an exciting election year,
the Republican Party faces a tough battle to unseat an
incumbent Democratic District Attorney. If the guest speaker
is of national prominence, we may be able to double the 1970
attendance. A prominent speaker would not only serve to
dramatically increase attendance but also enhance greatly
the chances of a Republican victory in the District Attorney
race.
MARIO D. BELARDINO
Gordon Strachan
August 5, 1971
Washington, D. C.
Page 2
Now, some information concerning the Republican
Party in Richmond County. The county leader is Richard
Bolton. In 1971, Richmond County led all New York counties
percentagewise in Republican votes cast. Richmond County
was the only county within New York City that the Republicans
carried during the 1968 Presidential election. The County
is represented in the state legislature by two Republican
Assemblymen and one Republican Senator (Sen. John Marchi).
It would be an invaluable boon for Republicans in
Richmond to have as their guest, for example, the Vice Pres-
ident, the Attorney General, or the Chairman of the Republican
National Committee. They can be guaranteed an ample audience
and good press coverage.
There has been some discussion here to present an
award to Mrs. Martha Mitchell as the Republican Woman of the
Year. She would be an attractive and exciting speaker, and
we would certainly be honored by her presence.
I want to extend my sincere appreciation to you
for your cooperation and personal interest and, certainly,
any assistance on your part in ensuring the success of the
dinner will be remembered here.
Again, thank you.
Very truly yours,
Cllan
Mario D. Belardino
MDB mmr
October 26, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
DWIGHT CHAPIN
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Documentary Film
In discussion with Clark MacGregor and Bill Timmons, Bob
Haldeman talked about the type of documentary film on the
President that should be done for Campaign '72. Haldeman
envisions a "great moments of Nixon" documentary of the
first three years. It would be sort of a movie version
of Frank Leonard's inserts to Monday - both domestic and
foreign. The word "Republican" would probably not be
mentioned. There would be pictures of the wedding, with
the President dancing with Tricia with the comment "for
every night like this (social) thre are 100 like this
(switch to President studying in Lincoln room or EOB
office.
At the end of the film there would be a picture of the
President and Senatorial er Congressional candidate with
the President recorded voice (no video tape) subject to
the guidelines expressed in Bob Haldeman's October 6
memo to Dave Parker. The film would be 16 mm. with sound
which could be duplicated for distribution to all the
candidates receiving the President's endorsement.
Discussion with Mark Goode about some of the technical
aspects developed the following:
1) The film would probably be 20 minutes long;
2) Dave Wolper, whom you, Carruthers, and Goode
have talked too, might be the best;
3) The cost won't be too high because much of the
footage is already available either to purchase
from the wires or obtain from the Navy. You
may have covered with Dean the complications
of getting Navy film for a campaign.
4) Mark Goode would act as project manager.
GS;elr
October 21, 1971
Dear Dor and Ira:
Kristine and I are certainly enjoying being "parents."
The new arrival, Lauren Rose, was born at two
minutes of nine on Friday, October the 15th. She
weighed 6 lb. 15 oz. and was 19 1/2" long with red
hair and blue eyes! Kristine and Lauren are both
home now and doing excellent.
Kristine's parents are here with us for the week to
help. They are great. They are staying at the
Watergate so are close by.
If you have a minute, drop us a line as we would
enjoy hearing from you two.
Love,
Gordon C. Strahan
Mr. and Mrs. Ira Chapman
3025 Marina Drive
Alameda, California
GCS:nm
October 6, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
DICK CHENEY
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Gallup Materials
Attached are the materials you requested on the telephone
today.
When Counsellor Rumsfeld talks with Gallup next, several points
should be raised:
1) Date and results from last Presidential popularity
poll,
2) Date of next scheduled Presidential popularity
press release;
3) Plans for trial heat series;
4) Date of release of "Black Vice President question";
5) Gallup's assessment of which voting groups have
shifted over the past 6 months.
Attachments
GS:elr
1/25/2
October 6, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
DWIGHT CHAPIN
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Edward McDaniel
Jack Caulfield and John Dean are concerned that
Ed McDaniel has been "completely shut out of any
Republican party activity." Bob mentioned last
week that you should contact McDaniel and explain
the duties of WHCA - whether it's lighting the
podium or setting up a telephone address - and
note that McDaniel's services are not needed by
the President but could be very helpful to other
candidates.
CC: John Dean
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
10/2
(Date)
TO:
FROM: AND
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ACTION:
DUE DATE:
Prepare Reply For John
Dean's Signature
Direct Reply
Comments/Recommendations
Please handle
Information
File
REMARKS:
you his may mather- WISH to look into
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
September 30, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR JOHN W. DEAN,
FROM:
JACK CAULFIELD
EDWARD MC DANIEL Jeffe
SUBJECT:
Ed is a longtime supporter of the President who, in the
1960 and 1968 campaigns, was hired to be the Nixon Sound
man at rallies on the campaign trail. Additionally, he is
a highly competent radio feed technician and also performed
in that area on the campaign trail.
Having been through the '68 Campaign, I can assure you that
these two areas are vital. In my judgment, based upon his
experience, Ed is the best in the country.
For reasons that are not clear, Ed has been completely shut
out of any Republican party activity in this regard. He
called today expressing both bitterness and disappointment
at the developments.
I have reason to believe Bob Haldeman is very high on Ed's
expertise. If I am correct, I suggest this matter should
be brought to Bob's attention forthwith. Failure to do so
may well cause us serious rally and radio communication
problems during Campaign '72.
Please advise.
October 5, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
CHUCK COLSON
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Operating Engineers
Harry Dent sent Bob this anti-Nixon material that is being
distributed by the "Operating Engineers." We haven't the
foggiest idea who the group is or whether its worth the
effort to try to have them stop the distribution. Presumably
the "Operating Engineers" is one of the outside groups you
keep track of.
The Attorney General has received a copy of the materials and
Magruder will receive a copy of this memorandum.
CC: Jeb Magruder
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
Date: October 4, 1971
TO:
BOB HALDEMAN
FROM:
HARRY DENT ASD
Please handle
For your information
MACON PRESTRESSED CONCRETE COMPANY
INCORPORATED
4496 MEAD RD.
MAIN OFFICE
PLANTS
4496 MEAD RD.
MACON. GA. 31206
MACON, GA.
PHONE 788-4641
JONESBORO, GA.
October 1, 1971
Mr. Harry Dent
Special Counsel to the President
The White House
Washington, D. C.
Dear Harry:
Attached are a couple of bumper stickers that came to me
from a business associate. He picked them up from a repre-
sentative of the Operating Engineers and tried to get as
many as possible to take them out of circulation. The union
apparently is pushing these "Nixon is thru in 72" pretty
hard and seemed delighted that someone wanted as many as my
friend took.
I thought you might be interested in this in case you had
not seen it. Let me know if there is anything we can do
in this regard.
Sincerely,
G. Paul Jones, Jr.
ds
Enclosure
October 29, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
FOLLOW UP
FROM:
GORBON STRACHAN
Check with Jeb Magruder on Nov. 4 to determine whether he has
seen Tom Shepherd's speech writer - Mel Grayson.
October 28, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR:
FOLLOW-UP
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
Check with Lyn Nofziger on the status of the October 26
memorandum from Haldeman to Nofziger regarding Monday,
First Monday, and his relationship with Colson.
Back-up material is located in chron.
GS:elr
October 21, 1971
Dear "Uncle John":
Kristine and I are really enjoying being "parents".
Your niece, Lauren Rose, was born at two minutes
of 9:00 a.m., Friday, October 15 (her scheduled "due
date"). She weighed 6 lb. 15 oz. and was 19-1/2" long
with red hair and blue eyes! Kristine and Lauren are
both well. The whole experience has been an unbeliev-
able high. Your parents are here with us for the week
to help. Your Father is especially good at changing
diapers. Your Mother fixes excellent meals. They
are staying at the Watergate so are close by. John
invited several here on the Staff to go swimming at
the Hotel but, of course, we had to pass.
My tennis is ready for you. It is the most enjoyable
sport in Washington. Kristine played up until the last
few months of her pregnancy but decided to slow down
for Lauren's sake!
The autumn leaves are scheduled to hit their peak this
weekend. It is really a gorgeous time of the year here.
After next month, though, It will be a long barren, cold
winter.
I understand you have mastered navigation -- out of
necessity. Good -- we'll need it for the '73 Transpac.
Mr. John Freiburg
U.S.S. Sioux
ATF 75
San Francisco, California
Administratively Confidential
October 14, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR FOLLOW UP ON OCTOBER 18
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
Check with Henry Cashen on his proposal for options for
the President to meet Sinatra. Included are Sinatra's
birthday on December 12, possible visit in California
the week of November the 27th, and upcoming White House
evenings.
GS:1m
October 7, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
HARRY FLEMMING
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Vermont Presidential Primary
Don Rumsfeld sent the attached information about a primary in
Randolph, Vermont on March 7. McCloskey has visited the area
and may try to use the town and receptive media to embarrass
the President.
Would you advise me of your plans, if any, for this primary?
CC: Jeb Magruder
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Flemming magrueler
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 5, 1971
CONFIDENTIAL
TO:
Bob Haldeman
FROM: Donald Rumsfeld
CONFIDENTIAL
DETERMINED TO BE AN
ADMINISTRATIVE MARKING
E.O. 12065, Section 6-102
By Prise
NARS, Date 1-16-80
October 5, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR :
BOB HALDEMAN
Attached are some comments on the Randolph, Vermont Presidential
primary scheduled for March 7. Bill Gifford has some relatives and
friends in and around Randolph.
Attachment
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 1, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR DON RUMSFELD
The town of Randolph, Vermont, will have a Presidential
primary on March 7, 1972, the same date as the New
Hampshire primary.
There are approximately 2,000 registered voters in the
town.
In the 1960 election, according to the New York Times,
the vote was 1,208 for Nixon and 323 for Kennedy. In
1968 the vote was 899 for President Nixon and 414 for
Humphrey. In 1964 the town went for Johnson, but I do
not have the figures.
I am advised that McCloskey spent 8 hours there on
July 17, the first Presidential aspirant since William
Howard Taft went there in 1912, according to the Times.
Guy Catlin, the Republican town chairman, has said that
he had a call from an unnamed White House aide who said
a visit from President Nixon has "not been ruled out".
The Nixon daughters used to summer at nearby Roxbury, Vermont.
Randolph is the home of Rowland Hughes, Eisenhower's
budget director. I have family nearby.
The state chairman, Russ Merriman, is a good friend and would
supply additional information, if requested.
Bill Gifford
October 7, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR:
FOLLOW-UP
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
Check Dent on Oct. 11 regarding his analysis of the Senatorial
races for the President that is due on October 13.
GS:elr
October 7, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR:
FOLLOW-UP
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Check Dent on his agreement with Bob to have the President
become Honorary Chairman of the YR National Advisory Board.
Dent was to clear this with Sundquist.
GS:elr
October 27, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
DICK HOWARD
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Becker Polling Service
Pursuant to your memorandum of October 22, I have discussed
with Jeb Magruder the possibility of using Becker should any
poll be conducted in New Hampshire.
When the decision about who should conduct the poll in New
Hampshire is made, I will make sure that Becker receives
careful consideration.
For your information, Magruder had planned on seeing Becker
in the nearu future prior to your memorandum to me.
GS:elr
THE WHITE HOUSE
ITES
CRLY
WASRINGTON
EYES ONLY
October 22, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR GORDON STRACHAN
Mr. Colson recommends that if you and Magruder
are planning on doing a poll in New Hampshire,
you should consider the Becker polling service.
He knows the area well.
Becker's recent poll in Connecticut that appeared
in the News Summary the morning of October 21
indicates some considerable improvement in
Connecticut for the President in his trial heats.
Mr. Colson has spoken to Becker and he feels
that if one has not already been done, a poll
in New Hampshire would be most appropriately
done by Becker.
W. Richard Howard
October 21, 1971
Dear Dud:
In case you hadn't heard -- Kristine and I are now
"parents" and enjoying every minute of it! Lauren
Rose was born at two minutes of nine on the morning
of Friday, October 15th (the exact time she was
due!). She weighed 6 lb. 15 OZ. and was 19 1/2"
long with red hair and blue eyes! What a fantastic
experience! Kristine and Lauren are both home
now and doing very well.
By the way, it is the perfect time of the year for a
visit to Washington. The autumn leaves are supposed
to hit their peak this coming weekend. How about
it!? We would sure like to see you.
Have you been Bay sailing recently? I truly miss
the San Francisco mid-winter sailing series. Be
a stand in for me.
Hope to see you in Washington for a visit real soon.
Write as soon as you can.
Mr. Dud Hendrickson
1373 Broadway
Alameda, California
chron.
October 7, 1971
Dear Mr. Havel:
Mr. Haldeman asked that I thank you for
your letter of September 27. Your request
for campaign buttons is probably premature,
but your name and address have been for-
warded to the Committee for the Re-Election
of the President.
Obtaining a signed picture of Hr. Haldeman
will take some time. However, your request
for a picture will be honored, at a later
date.
Sincerely,
Gordon Strachen
Staff Assistant
to H. R. Haldeman
Hr. James Havel
612 West Third Street
Carson City, lievada 89701
CC: Jeb Magruder w/incoming
GS:elr
October 7, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
DICK HOWARD
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Frank Sinatra
Roy Goodearle mentioned last night that Frank Sinatra may be
in town October 12-14.
Would you get a suggested plan for meeting into Dave Parker,
with a copy to me, at your earliest convenience? Naturally,
you will want to talk with Roy and have suggestions included
for the Veep's participation if that is appropriate.
Due Date:
Friday, October 8
CC: Roy Goodearle
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FU:Oct. 8
October 6, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
LARRY HIGBY
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Polling Situation
You asked for a brief description of where the polling situation
stands with megard to the Campaign.
Flanigan and Marik have just submitted to the Attorney General
the preliminary plan for Research and Polling. The Attorney
General has not yet reviewed the material.
The plan recommends the same organizational structure as in
1968, that is, a consultant to act as the point of contact
between the campaign management and the polling vendors.
Although Derge is mentioned as one of the four possibilities,
Bob Teeter from MOR is recommended.
The plan is a composite of Derge, Benham, and Higby recommendations
beginning with a baseline study late in November using a 15 key
state sample "filled out" to correspond with a national survey.
Panels from this baseline study will be used for three subsequent
surveys conducted after the primaries, after the convention, and
at the height of the Campaign. In addition, a telephone-instant
research system is proposed. Total cost: $692,000.
ORC would conduct the telephone polling and decision as to field
interview firms would be delayed until October 31, when the
selected polling consultant is expected to submit his final
plans.
Other polling activity is concentrated in the Domestic Council.
They are currently pushing for a farm poll, about which you
have seen a separate memorandum. The Domestic Council also
plans to conduct one more field survey - after the end of this
fiscal year.
Of course, the Family Issues-In Depth Poll is due the week of
October 11, 1971.
GS:elr
October 29, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
JEB MAGRUDER
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Wisconsin Primary
Because of your trip to California, you may have missed the
excellent article in this morning's New York Times regarding
the problems Muskie and McGovern will face in Wisconsin.
I realize the strategy group is to focus on Florida next time,
but this Wisconsin situation is so interesting that we may
want to focus some of the attention on this particular race.
Attachment: New York Times article
GS:elr
PRESERVATION COPY
THE NEW YORK TIMES, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1971
Additional Rivals Threaten Muskie and McGovern in Wisconsin
By R. W. APPLE JR.
it that it loses its national
"without SO much as showing
results. What an inactive can-
mire's entry would reduce Wis-
Special to The New York Times
meaning?
up for an hour on the campus."
didacy would accomplish -
consin's significance.
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 27-Wis-
In Wisconsin, most politicians
The bulk of the state's 67
and whether Mr. Humphrey
Mr. McGovern has been
consin's critical Presidential
are proceeding on the assump-
delegates will be selected by
would be able to explain away
drawing big crowds-400 at
primary election will take place
tion that Mr. Proxmire will stay
Congressional. district, so any-
a poor showing-is unknown.
garden party in Appleton, 300
on April 4, 1972, only five
out. But some of the Senator's
one carrying a district will be
qWill Senator Henry M.
Washington associates are bet-
assured of representation at
at a weekday luncheon in
months from now.
the convention.
Jackson, who has latent sup-
Green Bay, 750 for a picnic
But the states' Democratic
ting that he will enter,
On the other hand, Michael
port among union members
in Madison. But some impar-
politicians, looking ahead to a
Supporters of other candi-
Bleicher, a mathematics profes-
here, be able to accelerate his
tial observers, including aides
struggle that may involve as
dates talk bravely about the his-
sor at the university, thinks Mr.
late-starting campaign, which
to Democratic Gov. Patrick J.
many as eight or nine candi-
toric antipathy of Wisconsin
McCarthy is passé. Like Mr.
has broght him into the state
Lucey, who is neutral, think
dates, have more questions
voters toward people they do
Warshafsky, Mr. Bleicher
only twice so far?
the crowd on the left will re-
than answers for the visitor
not consider "real" Presidential
worked for Mr. McCarthy in
qWill Mayor Lindsay run?
duce Mr. McGovern's pros-
looking for early trends.
candidates. But Mr. Proxmire,
1968, but he is now supporting
qWill Republicans, with no
pects.
There is general agreement,
who has returned to the state
Mr. McGovern. According to a
fight of their own, cross over
Muskie Aide Confident
among Democratic spokesmen
almost every weekend during
telephone poll, so are 40 of
into the Democratic primary?
ranging from the new left to
his 14 years in the Senate, has
of the 64 McCarthy dele-
Senator McGovern has tried
the old center, that Senator
Vital-For McGovern
a strong hold on the voters.
gates from 1968 who responded
to persuade liberals here that
Edmund S. Muskie of Maine
Does former Senator Eugene
to questions.
The list of uncertainties
he deserves a clear shot at
would be in if the election
J. McCarthy of Minnesota still
Will Senator Hubert H. Hum-
seems almost endless.
victory, and he may be get-
were held tomorrow.
fascinate the students, the sub-
phrey of Minnesota withdraw
But it is clear that Mr. Mc-
ting through. For example,
He is better known than other
urban liberals and the intellec-
his name from the ballot? If
Govern stands to gain or lose
State Representative Midge
candidates, and he is a Polish
tuals who gave him a majority
he does not, will he campaign
the most. Wisconsin offers him
Miller, a 1968 McCarthyite,
Roman Catholic in a state with
in the 1968 primary?
in the state?
his best chance among the early
had been leaning toward Mayor
huge urban concentrations of
Ted Warshafsky, the aggres-
Some months ago, Mr. Hum-
primaries, just as Florída offers
Lindsay, but this week she
Poles (Milwaukee, Kenosha) and
sive Milwaukee lawyer who is
phrey said he would wait until
Mr. Jackson his best. If Mr.
said that she was "fearful of
some rural pockets as well
managing Mr. McCarthy's ef-
later primaries, filing an affi-
McGovern wins here, his cam-
muddying the waters for
(Wausau, Stevens Point).
fort here this year, insists that
davit of noncandidacy where
paign will gain much-needed
George."
Many Open Questions
the former Senator's two-year
necessary. Recently, however,
credibility; if he loses, he may
David Carley, a steel com-
retreat into opetry and near-
he has backed away from that
be finished.
pany executive who is con-
By the same token, most of
silence has cost him nothing
position, stating that he will
The prospect of dividing the
sidered one of Wisconsin's
the political professionals be-
in Wisconsin.
leave his name on the ballot but
liberal vote with Mr. Lindsay,
best political organizers, is run-
lieve that Senator George Mc-
Mr. Warshafsky said in an
begin active campaigning in
Mr. McCarthy and perhaps
ning the Muskie campaign. He
Govern of South Dakota has
interview this week that Mr.
late April or May.
Senator Fred R. Harris of Okla-
predicted that Mr. Muskie
put together the best organi-
McCarthy could carry the Sec-
Among rural voters in the
homa and Representative Shir-
would win at least six of the
zation here-a network of 50
ond Congressional District,
western part of the state, an
ley Chisholm of Brooklyn is
state's 10 Congressional dis-
county committees. He is build-
which includes Madison and
active Humphrey candidacy
a difficult one for him. So is
tricts and two-thirds of its
ing from the bottom up, Mr.
the University of Wisconsin,
would undoubtedly produce
the possibility that Mr. Prox-
delegates.
Muskie from the top down.
The meaning of these "facts,"
however, is far from clear, be-
cause so many other questions
remain unanswered. Here is a
foreshortened list of some of
the imponderables, together with
some of the informed specula-
tion about them:
qWill William Proxmire, who
won re-election as Wisconsin's
senior Senator last year with
71.2 per cent of the vote, de-
cide to enter the primary; and
if he does, will he so dominate
THE NEW YORK TIMES, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1971
Additional Rivals Threaten Muskie and McGovern in Wisconsin
By R. W. APPLE JR.
it that it loses its national
"without so much as showing
results. What an inactive can-
mire's entry would reduce Wis-
Special to The New York Times
meaning?
up for an hour on the campus."
didacy would accomplish
consin's significance.
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 27-Wis-
In Wisconsin, most politicians
The bulk of the state's 67
and whether Mr. Humphrey
Mr. McGovern has been
consin's critical Presidential
are proceeding on the assump-
delegates will be selected by
would be able to explain away
drawing big crowds-400 at
primary election will take place
tion that Mr. Proxmire will stay
Congressional district, so any-
a poor showing-is unknown.
garden party in Appleton, 300
on April 4, 1972, only five
out. But some of the Senator's
one carrying a district will be
assured of representation at
gWill Senator Henry M.
at a weekday luncheon in
months from now.
Washington associates are bet-
the convention.
Jackson, who has latent sup-
Green Bay, 750 for a picnic
But the states' Democratic
ting that he will enter.
On the other hand, Michael
port among union members
in Madison. But some impar-
politicians, looking ahead to a
Supporters of other candi-
Bleicher, a mathematics profes-
here, be able to accelerate his
tial observers, including aides
struggle that may involve as
dates talk bravely about the his-
sor at the university, thinks Mr.
late-starting campaign, which
to Democratic Gov. Patrick J.
many as eight or nine candi-
toric antipathy of Wisconsin
McCarthy is passé. Like Mr.
has broght him into the state
Lucey, who is neutral, think
dates, have more questions
voters toward people they do
Warshafsky, Mr. Bleicher
only twice SO far?
the crowd on the left will re-
than answers for the visitor
not consider "real" Presidential
worked for Mr. McCarthy in
(Will Mayor Lindsay run?
duce Mr. McGovern's pros-
looking for early trends.
candidates. But Mr. Proxmire,
1968, but he is now supporting
gWill Republicans, with no
pects.
There is general agreement,
who has returned to the state
Mr. McGovern. According to a
fight of their own, cross over
Muskie Aide Confident
among Democratic spokesmen
almost every weekend during
telephone poll, so are 40 of
into the Democratic primary?
ranging from the new left to
his 14 years in the Senate, has
of the 64 McCarthy dele-
Senator McGovern has tried
the old center, that Senator
Vital-For McGovern
a strong hold on the voters.
gates from 1968 who responded
to persuade liberals here that
Edmund S. Muskie of Maine
Does former Senator Eugene
to questions.
The list of uncertainties
he deserves a clear shot at
would be in if the election
J. McCarthy of Minnesota still
Will Senator Hubert H. Hum-
seems almost endless.
victory, and he may be get-
were held tomorrow.
fascinate the students, the sub-
phrey of Minnesota withdraw
But it is clear that Mr. Mc-
ting through. For example,
He is better known than other
urban liberals and the intellec-
his name from the ballot? If
Govern stands to gain or lose
State Representative Midge
candidates, and he is a Polish
tuals who gave him a majority
he does not, will he campaign
the most. Wisconsin offers him
Miller, a 1968 McCarthyite,
Roman Catholic in a state with
in the 1968 primary?
in the state?
his best chance among the early
had been leaning toward Mayor
huge urban concentrations of
Ted Warshafsky, the aggres-
Some months ago, Mr. Hum-
primaries, just as Florida offers
Lindsay, but this week she
Poles (Milwaukee, Kenosha) and
sive Milwaukee lawyer who is
phrey said he would wait until
Mr. Jackson his best. If Mr.
said that she was "fearful of
some rural pockets as well
managing Mr. McCarthy's ef-
later primaries, filing an affi-
McGovern wins here, his cam-
muddying the waters for
(Wausau, Stevens Point).
fort here this year, insists that
davit of noncandidacy where
paign will gain much-needed
George."
Many Open Questions
the former Senator's two-year
necessary. Recently, however,
credibility; if he loses, he may
David Carley, a steel com-
retreat into opetry and near-
he has backed away from that
be finished.
pany executive who is con-
By the same token, most of
silence has cost him nothing
position, stating that he will
The prospect of dividing the
sidered one of Wisconsin's
the political professionals be-
in Wisconsin.
leave his name on the ballot but
liberal vote with Mr. Lindsay,
best political organizers, is run-
lieve that Senator George Mc-
Mr. Warshafsky said in an
begin active campaigning in
Mr. McCarthy and perhaps
ning the Muskie campaign. He
Govern of South Dakota has
interview this week that Mr.
late April or May.
Senator Fred R. Harris of Okla-
predicted that Mr. Muskie
put together the best organi-
McCarthy could carry the Sec-
Among rural voters in the
homa and Representative Shir-
would win at least six of the
zation here-a network of 50
ond Congressional District,
western part of the state, an
ley Chisholm of Brooklyn is
state's 10 Congressional dis-
county committees. He is build-
which includes Madison and
active Humphrey candidacy
a difficult one for him. So is
tricts and two-thirds of its
ing from the bottom up, Mr.
the University of Wisconsin,
would
undoubtedly
produce
the possibility that Mr. Prox-
delegates.
Muskie from the top down.
The meaning of these "facts,"
however, is far from clear, be-
cause SO many other questions
remain unanswered. Here is a
foreshortened list of some of
the imponderables, together with
some of the informed specula-
tion about them:
qWill William Proxmire, who
won re-election as Wisconsin's
senior Senator last year with
71.2 per cent of the vote, de-
cide to snter the primary; and
if he does, will he SO dominate
October 22, 1971
ADMINISTRATIVELY CONFIDENTIAL
MEMORANDUM FOR:
FRED MALEK
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Leaks
You probably noticed the detailed comments by an "unnamed
GOP leader" about the President's political posture and
Agnew's role. You may want to include this "leak" in
your monthly report to Bob. My records indicate your
first report is due to him on October 27.
GS:elr
10
ADMINISTRATION
Editorially the Portland Oregonian sees RN's summits
as certification of his inaugural pledge for negotiation.
In refutation to caterwauling Dems who try to pin a
"hawk label" on RN, his program is a peace program.
RN has become the leader this nation needs in foreign
affairs. Because of his dedication to negotiation,
because leaders of other nations realize his sincerity,
the time is ripe for summit meetings. Every president
since WW-I has sought without major success to break
down the barriers to world understanding. RN "is
nearer than any of them to achieving this long step for
mankind, 11 says Oregon's leading paper
US News
leads its "Worldgram" review of the reaction in other
countries to RN's summitry by saying: "Other super-
powers may be on the rise, but America is unique in
today's world.
Only the US, thoughtful observers
are saying about RN's forthcoming visits, is strong
enough to send its chief of state to other capitals in
search of peace with no loss of prestige.
11
McGovern says that RN "is arder to hit now because
he is moving so fast". He certainly is going to be
harder to beat than many Dems thought a short time
ago. McGovern said that the last thing he expected
from RN was the PRC trip tho he applauds him on the
reversal. The Senator described RN's handling of
domestic and foreign affairs as "adroit. " He admitted
that RN had partly defused" VN as an issue and that
he has had some "slight pause" about voting against
Haynsworth for the Court. "He might be as good as
we can expect. "
On CBS radio Dan Rather quotes an unnamed GOP leader
who was asked by RN for a political assessment of
this leader's area. He told RN that he was in great
shape on foreign policy but people were confused and
distrustful of some of the things being done on the
domestic front. More than anything it's the tone and
mood of the Admin. "What about Agnew?' asked RN
"is there any way to get a sizeable minority share of
the youth vote with him?" "No, 11 the GOP leader said.
But without the VP he felt there was a good chance.
"If you change the ticket and get busy changing the
whole tone of division, doubletalk and division on
domestic matters. 11 The official was the top elected
GOP leader in an inbetween-sized state carried by
RN in '60 and '68
Herb Klein said he feels RN will
choose VP Agnew as his running mate.
Administratively Confidential
October 18, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR:
FRED MALEK
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Campaign Recruiting
You, Larry, and Dwight have been working on several proposals
to recruit top advancemen, establish key state strike forces,
and reorganize White House Staff along campaign lines.
The attached memorandum from Hoopes to me is the first
specific example of the type of problem you will face as
you implement these projects.
Since you have full responsibility for these projects, will
you advise Hoopes of your decisions?
Thank you.
GSElm
MEMORANDUM
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 16, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR:
GORDON STRACHAN
FROM:
DAVID C. HOOPES
SUBJECT:
Recruiting for Campaign
I received a call from John Clarke on the subject of certain
campaign-related recruiting which he, Pendelton James and
William Marumoto may be doing during the coming months.
Clarke said that because the travel will probably be extensive
it might not be convenient to make arrangements through the
White House Travel Office. He asked several questions which
I would like to get your thinking on:
1.
Should these individuals be issued a book of TR's to
be used while they are away from the White House
and cannot make arrangements through the Travel
Office:
Yes
No
2. If not, should they be issued Republican National
Committee Air Travel Cards similar to the card
carried by Ron Walker, et al?
Yes
No
3. If "no" on #1 and #2 above, should we advise them to
simply continue to make travel arrangements only in
advance through the Travel Office?
Yes
No
4.
Is their function enough related to the campaign that
all of their expenses should be paid by the RNC and
none by the White House appropriated funds?
Yes
No
page two
5.
May we increase their 'per diem' allocation to
$40 per day?
Yes
No
6.
May we proceed to obtain automobile rental cards
from Hertz or Avis for them?
Yes
No
These questions arise primarily because we are not certain of what
you, Dwight Chapin, and Fred Malek have in mind concerning their
function on these trips, namely, official Presidential business or
campaign-oriented business.
Thank you.
Administratively Confidential
October 14, 1971
MEMORANDUM FOR:
BOB MARIK
FROM:
GORDON STRACHAN
SUBJECT:
Muskie Bussing Statement
The Muskie statement about bussing being a legitimate
tool that can "be used, and should be used, and the
courts have said it must be used", must not be lost.
Please run periodic -- monthly -- tests of the RNC's
capability of retrieving this and other bussing state-
ments by the Democratic Contenders.
GS:1m
FU
chron
October 8, 1971
Dear Mr. Moseley:
Mr. Haldeman has asked me to thank you for
your letter of October 2, 1971. The views
and concern you have expressed regarding
President Nixon and the up-coming election
have been carefully noted and will be given
every consideration,
Mr. Haldeman appreciates your taking the
time to share your thoughts with him and
has asked me to convey his best wishes.
Sincerely,
Gordon Strachan
Staff Assistant
to H. R. Haldeman
Mr. J. A. R. Moseley
4804 Alan Dale Lane
Dallas, Texas 75209