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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Digital Library Collections This is a PDF of a folder from our textual collections. Collection: Baker, Howard H. Jr.: Files Folder Title: [Outgoing Correspondence File: 04/06/1988-04/12/1988] Box: 9 To see more digitized collections visit: https://reaganlibrary.gov/archives/digital-library To see all Ronald Reagan Presidential Library inventories visit: https://reaganlibrary.gov/document-collection Contact a reference archivist at: [email protected] Citation Guidelines: https://reaganlibrary.gov/citing National Archives Catalogue: https://catalog.archives.gov/ April 6, 1988 Dear Bob: Thanks for your letter recommending your brother, Don. As you probably know by now, Bob Tuttle's office did interview Don for this position and was most impressed with his background. While the President has made a different selection for the Administrator of General Services, we are considering Don for other appropriate positions. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Robert K. Gray Hill & Knowlton, Inc. 901 31st Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20007 HHB/Bullock/LRC/CV/AVH/efr (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOR April 6, 1988 Dear John: Thank you for your letter of December 7, 1987 concerning U.S. policy toward the situation in Haiti. I'm sorry for the delay in responding. Since the fall of the Duvalier regime in 1986, our policy regarding Haiti has been based on strong encouragement of a transition to democracy through full and fair elections. The United States was dismayed by the violent disruption of the electoral process and the failure of the Haitian government to protect innocent citizens attempting to vote. Our commitment to the democratic process in Haiti remains very strong. As you know, we have suspended all military assistance and non-humanitarian economic aid to Haiti. The drawdown in personnel is not a sign of disinterest in Haiti, but a signal that we do not intend to quickly or easily restore aid to the government. We have called on the Haitian government to stop violence and restore confidence in its willingness and ability to conduct an orderly and honest election and to transfer power to a freely elected government. Our government continues to examine options for our posture in Haiti, but military intervention must continue to be considered a last resort. Moreover, talk of such moves can inhibit more appropriate solutions to the problems in Haiti. Please be assured that your thoughts will be considered as we formulate policy in coming months. Again, thanks for writing. I'm also pleased that I could be of help to Terry. with every good wish, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. John L. Parish The Lannom Manufacturing Company, Inc. Post Office Box 550 Tullahoma, TN 37388 HHB/DOS/LRC/CAD/AVH/efr (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Kika: Many thanks for the special gift of the Texas grapefruit. Your kindness means a great deal to me, and I'm sure we'll enjoy them. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable E. Kika de la Carza House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 HHB/LRC:CAD:AVH:ds 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano Rm. 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Judd: Thanks for your invitation to do an interview for "Washington Reports." I'm honored by your request, but the heavy demands of my schedule will not allow me to accept. Again, thanks for thinking of me. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Judd Gregg House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 HHB/LRC:CAD:AVH:ds 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB April 5, 1988 Dear Al: Thanks for your March 28 letter recom- mending Reginald Dodds for appointment as a Federal Judge for the Southern District of New York. I have passed your assessment of Mr. Dodds' credentials along to Arthur B. Culvahouse, JI., the White House action officer for this appointment. Please be assured Mr. Dodds is receiving every consideration. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Alfonse M. D'Amato United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 HHB/LRC/CAD/AVH/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB Arthur B. Culvahouse, Jr.-FYI April 6, 1988 Dear Keith: Thank you for your letter recommending Maurice Stans for another appointment in the Reagan Administration. I know of Mr. Stans' long service in government, and, in fact, the President asked him to represent him last September at the funeral of Japan's former Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi. Please be assured that we will continue considering him for appropriate positions as they occur. I appreciate your writing and letting me know of your support for Mr. Stans. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Keith L. Brown Chairman Republican National Finance Committee 310 First Street, S.E. Washington, DC 20003 HHB/Bob Tuttle/CAD/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Mr. Clancy: Thank you for your message inviting the Chief of Staff to address the New Hampshire Association of Commerce and Industry Annual Dinner this spring. Your invitation is appreciated, but the heavy demands of Mr. Baker's schedule make it impossible for him to accept. However, he asked me to thank you for your kindness and send you his best wishes. Sincerely, Lura Nell Mitchell Personal Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mr. John Clancy Chairman of the Board New Hampshire Association of Commerce and Industry Suite 211 1 Tara Boulevard Nashua, New Hampshire 03062 LNM/WJB/dsf2 LNM-1 CC: Lorraine Camarano, Room 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Mrs. Rinks: Thank you for your recent letter. It was good to hear from you. With regard to your concerns about the U.S. Customs Service, I have forwarded your letter there with the request that Customs respond to you directly. With every good wish, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mrs. Shirley D. Rinks Richard C. Rinks & Associates, Inc. Post Office Box 691 Cookeville, TN 38503 HHB/FJD/CAD/AVH/efr (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB TREASUR lus Customs Service with copy of incoming April 6, 1988 Dear Dick: I received a copy of your letter to Terry Branstad. Thank you very much for accepting Terry's invitation to address the 1988 World Food Conference en June 6. I'm glad this could be arranged. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Richard E. Lyng Secretary of Agriculture Washington, D.C. 20250 WHCC: The Honorable Terry E. Branstad Governor of Iowa Des Moines, Iowa 50319 HHB/MO/CV/AVH/efr (pc-3HHBA) cc: Frank Donatelli w/copy of incoming (FYI) Nancy Risque w/copy of incoming (FYI) Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Stan: Thank you for your recent letter inviting me to speak at the Distinguished Rank Award Banquet of the Senior Executives Association on April 14. Regrettably, due to prior commitments in my schedule, I am forced to decline. I'm certain that I'll be missing a wonderful event and send my best wishes to these dedicated public servants. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Stan Parris House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 HHB/MO/CAD/AVH/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Frank: Thank you for your recent letter inviting me to speak at the Distinguished Rank Award Banquet of the Senior Executives Association on April 14. Regrettably, due to prior commitments in my schedule, I am forced to decline. I'm certain that I'll be missing a wonderful event and send my best wishes to these dedicated public servants. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Frank R. Wolf House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 HHB/MO/CAD/AVH/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Mr. Kurland: Thank you for your March 23 letter to the Chief of Staff regarding the replacement of photography equipment stolen from his home. Your offer of assistance is appreciated; however, all of the equipment was success- fully recovered. Senator Baker asked me to thank you for writing, and he sends you his best wishes. Sincerely, Sue Walkup Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mr. Elliot Kurland Vice President and Treasurer Wall Street Camera Exchange, Inc. 32 Wall Street New York, NY 10005 SW/MO/CAD/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Ms. Graham: Thank you and Ray Hand for your invitation to the Chief of Staff to serve as a Tennis Sponsor for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Tennis Auction Ball on April 30. Senator Baker is honored to receive your kind invitation, but the demands of his schedule will not permit him to accept. Nevertheless, he appreciates your thought- fulness and sends his best wishes for a most successful event. Sincerely, Lura Nell Mitchell Personal Assistant to the Chief of Staff Ms. Muffet Testerman Graham Co-chairman, 1988 Tennis Auction Ball East Tennessee Branch Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 244 Peters Road, North, Suite 206 Knoxville, TN 37923 LNM/LRC/CAD/AVH/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Mr. Cruikshank: Thank you for your letter about the plant closing provision in the omnibus trade bill. I can assure you that we share your view that this should not be included in this bill or any other bill. In 1986 the President indicated that he would veto a continuing resolution if it contained a similar provision, and it was ulti- mately removed. Our strong opposition has not changed since that time. At this moment, it is unclear how the trade bill conferees will finally decide this issue. But rest assured that we remain strongly opposed to plant closing provisions and are clearly indicating that opposition to the conferees. Thank you for letting us know your views. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Thomas H. Cruikshank President and Chief Executive Officer Halliburton Company 3600 Lincoln Plaza 500 North Akard Street Dallas, TX 75201-3391 HHB/Rebecca Range/LRC/CAD/efr (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 DEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Don: Thank you for your letter recommending Dan Fisk for a position in Public Liaison. We are well aware of Dan's background and continued support of this Administration. In fact Rebecca Range, who 1s the Director of Public Liaison, has already interviewed Dan about the open position. I will make sure that Rebecca is aware of your strong recommendation. Thanks again for your input. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Don Nickles United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 HHB/ds 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 - OEOB Alan Kranowitz April 6, 1988 Dear Arlen: Thanks for your March 25 letter inviting me to address a session for your club members on May 24. Regrettably, the demands of my schedule will not permit me the pleasure of speaking to your group. Nevertheless, I hope that they have a productive visit to our Nation's Capital. Warm wishes. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Arlen Specter United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 HHB/LRC/CAD/AVH/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Mr. Minister: Thank you for the thoughtful gifts on the occasion of your visit with President Reagan. I deeply appreciate your kindness and send you my best wishes. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President His Excellency Eduard A. Shevardnadze Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics Moscow HHB/LRC/CAD/AVH/NSC/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB CLEARED WITH NSC April 6, 1988 Dear Ted: Many thanks for your March 23 letter inviting me to address the Senior Execu- tives Association Awards Banquet on April 14. I'm sure this will be a memorable evening, but the demands of my schedule will not permit me to participate. However, please extend my best wishes to everyone attending this special event. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Ted Stevens United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 HHB/LRC/CAD/AVH/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB April 5, 1988 Dear Fred: Many thanks for your kind invitation to attend the grand opening ceremonies for the Bank of East Tennessee Building on April 19. It would indeed be a pleasure for me to return home and join in the festivities. Regrettably, the demands of my schedule will not permit me to do SO. I'm delighted to learn about the progress of the downtown revitalization, and I share your pride that the Bank of Tennessee is in the forefront. Congratulations! Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Fred R. Lawson President and CEO Bank of East Tennessee Post Office Box 15993 Knoxville, TN 37901-5993 P.S. I'm especially going to miss the brunch! HHB/LRC/CAD/ec 3HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano -- Pm. 61 - OEOB April 6, 1988 Dear Reverend Anthony: Senator Baker appreciates your letter and your kind words. Although his schedule did not permit him to meet with you and your family during your trip to Washington, he hopes that your visit was most enjoyable. Senator Baker asked me to send you the enclosed signed photograph, which comes with his best wishes to you and your family. Sincerely, Lura Nell Mitchell Personal Assistant to the Chief of Staff The Reverend Wayne B. Anthony The Pastoral Institute 2022 15th Avenue Columbus, GA 31901 Enclosure: autopenned photo of HHB LNM/LRC/CAD/AVH/ckb 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 7, 1988 Dear Dr. Haralson: Thank you for your message inviting the Chief of Staff to address a meeting of the Board of Counselors of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in May. Your invitation is appreciated, but the heavy demands of Mr. Baker's schedule make it impossible for him to accept. However, he --asked me to thank you for your kindness and send you his best wishes. Sincerely, Lura Nell Mitchell Personal Assistant to the Chief of Staff Robert H. Haralson III, M.D. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 222 South Prospect Avenue Park Ridge, Illinois 60068-4058 LNM/WJB/dsfl0 LNM-1 CC: Lorraine Camarano, Room 61 OEOB April 8, 1988 Dear Mr. Gould: Thank you for your message inviting the Chief of Staff to address the National Convention of the Student Alumni Association/Student Foundation Network in September. Your invitation is appreciated, but the heavy demands of Mr. Baker's schedule make it impossible for him to accept. However, he asked me to thank you for your kindness and send you his best wishes. Sincerely, Lura Nell Mitchell Personal Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mr. Mark A. Gould Keynote Speakers Chairperson Student Alumni Association/ Student Foundation National Convention University of Maine Crossland Alumni Center Orono, Maine 04469-0147 LNM/WJB/dsf10 LNM-1 CC: Lorraine Camarano, Room 61 OEOB April 11, 1988 Dear Mr. McMahan: I'm delighted to send my congratulations on the occasion of your retirement after nearly 28 years of service with the National Labor Relations Board. Your achievements over the years have earned the respect of your friends and colleagues alike. But more important, you should take special pride in your dedication to our nation as a civil servant. Congratulations on a job well donel You have my warm best wishes for good fortune and happiness in the years ahead. I Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Iliff McMahan National Labor Relations Board Washington, D.C. SENT TO FOR FORWARDING TO MR. MCMAHAN: Mr. David B. Parker Director of Information National Labor Relations Board Washington, D.C. 20570 HHB/LRC/jfc (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 11, 1988 Dear Mr. Parker: Thank you for your letter to Senator Baker requesting a message for Iliff McMahan. I apologize for the breakdown in our system, but your letter did not reach my desk until March 26. I'm certain that the retirement ceremony went well, and Senator Baker has asked me to enclose a congratulatory letter for forwarding to Mr. McMahan. With Senator Baker's best wishes, Sincerely, John C. Tuck Deputy Assistant to the President Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mr. David B. Parker Director of Information National Labor Relations Board Washington, D.C. 20570 Enclosure: Howard Baker 04/07 ltr for Mr. Iliff McMahan JCT/LRC/CAD/jfc (pc-3HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 11, 1988 Dear Jack: Thank you for your comments on my recent speech to the National Newspaper Association. I'm pleased that I could attend the luncheon. The President enjoys meeting with local and regional press, so we try to do this as often as possible. One of our most successful formats is a regional briefing for out-of-town media -- radio, TV, and print. We certainly try to include many editors of smaller newspapers. I hope we can schedule another regional briefing soon, and we will be sure to include many of your fellow editors and publishers. Elizabeth Board, Director of Media and Broadcast Relations, is in charge of these briefings. If you know of any other specific meetings your membership is planning here in the near future, please let us know and we will, of course, try to fit something into the President's schedule. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. R. Jack Fishman Editor - Publisher Citizen Tribune office Box 625 April 11, 1988 Dear Bill: Many thanks for your kind invitation to the dinner honoring Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn on May 5. I'm sure this will be a delightful and innovative evening, and I wish it were possible for me to attend, but the heavy demands of my schedule will not permit me to do SO. Nevertheless, please extend my good wishes to Her Royal Highness for a memorable visit to our country. Warm regards. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable William R. Graham Science Adviser to the President The White House Washington, D.C. 20500 HHB/LRC/CAD/AVH/jg 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 - OEOB April 11, 1989 Dear Mr. Mosbacher: This is with reference to your letter to Mr. Baker about the President addressing the Annual Chamber of Commerce Dinner in Houston, tentatively set for the evening of May 10, but the date for which could be adjusted to meet his convenience. We did indeed appreciate the compelling reasons you outlined for the President to appear before this 148th annual meeting of the Chamber. Unfortunately, however, the developments in his official schedule for May in addition to preparations for the Summit Meeting in Moscow late that month will not afford him the opportunity to come to Houston for this special event. With our best wishes, Sincerely, FREDERICK J. RYAN, JR. Director of Presidential Appointments and Scheduling Director of Private Sector Initiatives Mr. Robert Mosbacher Suite 2200 712 Main Street Houston, TX 77002 FJR:MHR:pw 4FJRA CC: FYI-Mr. Baker CC and incoming to Message Unit for consideration April 11, 1988 Dear Mr. Ambassador: Thank you very much for sending me the autographed photograph of President Reagan, President Mubarak and myself. President Mubarak is most kind to have taken the time to sign it personally. Please convey my deepest appreciation to him for his thoughtfulness. With my best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable El Sayed Abdel Raouf El Reedy Ambassador of Egypt 2310 Decatur Place, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008 HHB/JCT/LRC/CAD/jg 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB Cleared by NSC Return Photo to Howard Baker's office April 11, 1988 Dear Mr. Chorba: Thank you for your letter to Senator Baker. Although your interest is appreciated, the Chief of Staff is unable to comply with your request that he autograph your currency. Therefore, I am returning your enclosure. I hope you will understand. With best wishes, Sincerely, Sue Walkup Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mr. John J. Chorba 153 Espy Street Nanticoke, PA 18634 Enclosures. $1 bill (serial #G94758308C) returned to the writer; writer's self-addressed envelope also returned. SW/LRC/CV/AVH/efr (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 11, 1988 Dear Congressman Lewis: Thank you for your March 25 letter inviting me to address the California Agricultural Leadership class on April 19. I wish that it were possible for me to address this fine group of young leaders; however, the demands of my schedule will not permit me to do so. Nevertheless, please extend my best wishes to everyone associated with the program for an exciting and productive trip to Washington. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Jerry Lewis House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 HHB/LRC/CAD/jfc (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 11, 1988 Dear Mr. Obuchi: Thank you for your thoughtful letter of March 23, which came to me through the courtesy of Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Ozawa. The President was very pleased, of course, with his January meeting with Prime Minister Takeshita. The agenda for your Cabinet that the Prime Minister described then, and that you note in your letter, is an ambitious one. We wish you the greatest of success in fulfilling the Prime Minister's agenda. I appreciate your concern for the trade-associated problems which must be resolved between our countries, including public works, beef, and citrus. I very much agree that these issues are not insoluble, and that they can be resolved with good communication and strong efforts by both sides. The opportunity to meet on March 29 with Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Ozawa was most welcome. His presence in the United States contributed in a major wav to the good outcome for the public works issue, and I was glad we were able to meet after he had completed his negotiations with Secretary Verity and Ambassador Smith. Thank you for your personal concern and warmth. Experiences of the kind you mention come along from time to time, and it is good to know that friends from far away wish us well. I deeply appreciate your warm assurances. Mrs. Baker joins me in sending similar sentiments to you and your family. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Keizo Obuchi Chief Cabinet Secretary and Member of Parliament Office of the Prime Minister Tokyo Japan HHB/NSC/LRC/CAD/jfc (pc-4HHB) CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 11, 1988 Dear Mr. Tiffen: Thank you for your letter. I appreciate your concern about the recent robbery at my home, but I am pleased to tell you that all of my camera equipment was recovered. Again, thank you for your thoughtfulness. With every good wish, I Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Steven Tiffen Tiffen Manufacturing Corporation 90 Oser Avenue Hauppauge, NY 11788 HHB/FJD/CAD/AVH/jg 4HHB CC: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 OEOB April 11, 1988 Dear Tip: It was good to hear from you, and I hope all is well. I've asked Bob Tuttle to look into the matter of Tom Moakley's reappointment to the position of Commissioner of the Federal Maritime Commission. I expect to hear from him shortly. At this juncture, I see no impediment to Tom's reappointment; however, I must allow the system to review all options. My very best to you and Millie! Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Thomas P. O'Neill, Jr. 1310 19th Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036-1602 HHB/JCT/MO/CV/AVH/efr (pc-4HHB) CC: Katja Bullock w/copy of incoming CC: Lorraine Camarano, 61 OEOB April 12, 1988 Dear Mr. Chairman: Thank you for your letter of March 11, concerning the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Wilderness bill (S. 693, H.R. 1495). I appreciate your continuing effort to protect the nationally significant natural resource this park represents. Regarding your request for a meeting, Bob Dawson of OMB and, if available, John Tuck of my staff will meet with you. I'm asking Bob Dawson to call you at the numbers provided in your letter to make the necessary arrangements. I look forward to learning the results of the meeting. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The Honorable Neil F. Murphy Chairman Great Smoky Mountain Park Commission Suite 9 73 Tulip Grove Circle Bristol, TN 37620 HHB/OMB (Bob Dawson) /JCT/LRC/CAD/efr 4HHB cc: Lorraine Camarano - Rm. 61 - OEOB U April 12, 1988 Dear Mr. Tipton: Thank you for your letter to Senator Baker. Although your interest in requesting a letter of recommendation from the Chief of Staff is appreciated, he is unable to comply with such requests. I hope you will understand. With best wishes, Sincerely, Sue Walkup Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mr. Douglas M. Tipton 705 East 165th Street Court Spanaway, Washington 98387 SW/LRC/CAD/AVH/jfcf6 SW-12 CC: Lorraine Camarano - 61 OEOB April 12, 1988 Dear Mrs. Noyes: On behalf of Senator Baker, I want to thank you for your letter. Your interest in writing is appreciated. I am sorry to send a disappointing reply to your request for an auction item, but the large number of similar appeals received by the Senator has forced him, in fairness, to decline them all. I hope you will understand the need for such a policy. Nevertheless, we appreciated hearing from you. Please accept Senator Baker's best wishes for success in meeting your goals. Sincerely, Sue Walkup Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mrs. Charles E. Noyes Channel 11 Auction Post Office Box 1100 Durham, NH 03824 SW/LRC/CAD/AVH/jfcf6 SW-11 CC: Lorraine Camarano - - 61 OEOB April 12, 1988 Dear Mr. Krohn: On behalf of Senator Baker, I want to thank you for your letter. Your interest in writing is appreciated. I am sorry to send a disappointing reply to your request for an auction item, but the large number of similar appeals received by the Senator has forced him, in fairness, to decline them all. I hope you will understand the need for such a policy. Nevertheless, we appreciated hearing from you. Please accept Senator Baker's best wishes for success in meeting your goals. Sincerely, Sue Walkup Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff Mr. Edward Krohn Room 65, Business Administration South Campus Miami-Dade Community College 11011 Southwest 104 Street Miami, FL 33176-3393 SW/LRC/CAD/AVH/jfcf6 SW-11 CC: Lorraine Camarano - 61 OEOB April 12, 1988 Dear Mr. Secretary: Your letter to Senator Baker about the President addressing the annual meeting of the Houston Chamber of Commerce in May has been forwarded for my attention. We were glad to have your strong endorsement of the President's coming to Houston for this special event. Unfortunately, however, developments in his official schedule for May in addition to preparations for the Summit Meeting in Moscow late that month will not afford him this opportunity. With our best wishes, Sincerely, FREDERICK J. RYAN, JR. Director of Presidential Appointments and Scheduling Director of Private Sector Initiatives The Honorable Jack M. Rains Secretary of State State of Texas Austin, TX 78711 FJR:MHR:pw 4FJRA CC: FYI-Senator Baker CC and incoming to Message Unit for consideration U April 12, 1988 Dear Mr. Friedman: Thank you for your thoughtful message. I appreciate your support, but I have no regrets about not running for office this year. I'm happy to serve President Reagan as he completes his term. Your words of friendship mean a great deal to me. Please accept my warm best wishes. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Mike Friedman 16460 Marbro Drive Encino, CA 91436 HHB/LRC/CAD/jfcf6 HHB-17 CC: Lorraine Camarano 61 OEOB April 12, 1988 Dear Mr. Corgiat: Thank you for your thoughtful message. Your kind words of support and encouragement mean a great deal to me. You have my warm best wishes. Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. John Corgiat 6701 Mesa Court Yountville, CA 94599 HHB/LRC/CAD/jfcf6 HHB-1 CC: Lorraine Camarano - 61 OEOB