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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: Files Folder Title: [Public Mail File Congratulations: 04/09/1987] (1) Box: 14 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 9, 1987 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Anderson: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Anderson 1113 Laurelwood Drive Chattanooga, TN 37412 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 I us AHB-1 Mrs. Thomas M. Anderson 1113 Laurelwood Drive Chattanooga, Tennessee 37412 march 29,1987 Dear Mr. Baker, Can gratul otion on your new job with President Reagen- Our hope and prager in that you will make every effort to see That our President in offe teal There lost 2 you 2tc has done more for our Country in my lifetime Then averyone who has sat where he into- as Correwatine Republican we pray God' speed for agen. Sincerely, only, See and form anderson April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Mays: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. John Mays, Jr. 4452 170th Avenue, S.E. Issaquah, WA 98027 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHB1 4452 170th Ave. S.E. Issaquah, WA 98027 March 27, 1987 Mr. Howard Baker Chief of Staff White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave Washington D.C. 20500 Dear Mr. Baker: I've been a long time admirer of yours. I have been waiting for your announcement to run for President of The United States. At that time I was going to offer you whatever assistance I could to get you elected. Now that you are the Chief of Staff, It doesn't look like that will happen. However, this weekend I read an article in our local newspaper that said you may be the Party's choice if the Party can't agree and come up with enough ballets to get one of the candidates nominated. I'll keep my fingers crossed that this will happen. I think I know how important your current job is. I believe that you have your hands full trying to hold the current administration together. I have no doubts that you can handle this position. I believe that you deserve more. I hope this country hasn't lost the opportunity to have you as President. Sincerely, Jonn April 9, 1987 Dear Marc: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Marc Heitzman 274 Westview Terrace Arlington, TX 76013 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHB 1 MARC HEITZMAN 274 WESTVIEW TERRACE ARLINGTON, TEXAS 76013 MARCH. 27, 1987 OWARD BAKER WHITE HOUSE CHIEF of STAFF THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON, D.C. DEAR HOWARD BAKER, I AM WRITING TO CONGRATULATE You ON YOUR NEWLY APPOINTED POSITION IN THE WHITE HOUSE, AS THE IRAN CONTRA SCANDAL IS PASSING, IT SEEMS You ARE BRINGING CREDIGILITY BACK TO THE WHITE HOUSE. I HAVE ALWAYS HAD PERSONAL FAITH IN THE REAGAN ADMINISTRATION, AND BELIEVE You CAN ONLY BETTER POLITICS IN WASHINGTON AND ABROAD. I WISH You THE BEST of Luck, BEST REGARDS, MARC HEITZMAN ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL STO April 9, 1987 Dear Patrick: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Patrick Reed 2315 Callender Road Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHBI March 24,1987 Dear Mr. Baker: I am a student at arroyo Grande High School. d would like to thank- Chief of & taff. I realize you you for taking over the job of made a very big sacrafice to benefit our Country. In Lankyou very much! Sincerely, Patrick Reed arroyo Grande Ca. 2315 Callender Rd. 93420 April 9, 1987 Dear Dean Martin: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Dean Mary Martin Graduate School Middle Tennessee State University 114 Cope Administration Building Murfreesboro, TN 37132 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 ITHB- MTSU Diamond Anniversary Graduate Office Reflection Celebration Anticipation 114 Cope Administration Bldg. Middle Tennessee State University April 7, 1987 Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37132 (615) 898-2840 The Honorable Howard Baker Chief of Staff The White House Washington, D.C. 20013 Dear Sir: Please accept my personal best wishes on your appointment as Chief of Staff of the White House. The people of Tennessee are proud of you. We still need to bring some of our Tennesseans back home. Mary was thrilled greatly to receive the letter you sent her at Colgate. Thank you for this fine gesture. It was very meaningful to her. Sincere best wishes for your success and happiness from Chester and me. Sincerely, Mary martin Mary Martin, Dean Graduate School W 1911-1986 An equal opportunity, non-racially identifiable, educational institution. April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Hord: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Richard Hord 915 Virginia Street Martins Ferry, OH 43935 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 615 Virginia Street Martins Jenn Ohio March 29,1989 43935 HHB-1 Dear Denator Baked: you service. in your excellent carew in Nains capacities of public l would libito compliment supported your and consided you to have Need and I have long been W excellent President charce any themew White House Crif of f.Htaff of Reagen. Potential to States! one day serve in the capacity by President Also I feel Now have the the Writed any well. yourself fiand be very effective in that capacity, Pricess and good fortune. I wish you continued your I monld appreciate it very much 1 you moned Our I and a "Your if Kindly send NAL and antographed platined of yourdf. my request reould be most appreciated! you compliance to April 9, 1987 Dear Ms. Jolley: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Ms. Veola Jolley Route 1, Box 526 Mooresboro, NC 28114 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 Us - HITO3-1 3-22-87 Mobresbaro. N.C. RT1B0X 526-28114 mr B aker glad you are in Washington wish you would ruen for presdant you would get my Vate I am Roger falley mother he lives in T N. he thanks a lot off you. my Husband died Dec -2-19861 I went 10 day 9 love TN. wish up there at christmas stayed I live up there Sincerely Veola Jalley Roger has a nice Family hope you Can get things better in Washington April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Watson: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Ervin D. Watson 15215 Noblewood Lane Bowie, MD 20716 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 6. AHB-1 me. Howard Baker chief staff White House Washington, D.C. Dear MR. Bake, The announcement of your being named Chief of Staff for President Pegon met me with am bivalent feelings. L was must please to learn of your appointment but distressed to hear That you would not seek The Pepublicon nomination for President. l was so our Relt President. hoping That you would succeed MR. Peyan as l have followed your carer clasely and goined tremendone respect for you during The Nategate Heaving you leaving The Senate was also a dissappositing event. I felt That The state lost a brillont mind and an influential voice of moderation and componuie. as a black Comerican and Democrat, The are few Proublicons to whom l would you This support. associates would welcome you as a candidate, But I along with many of my friends and & Do hope your decision not to run is not fenal. I am hoping That The members 8 Paper blicon Party would recognize what a find and President you would mohe. Gmerica needs you. you are doing a great job as Chief of Haff. Green Sincerely D.Wataon 15215 Noblewood have Bourie, md. 20716 April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Michael: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. David O. Michael Director of Missions Black River Baptist Association 212 County Highway O Kennett, MO 63857 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 65 HHB-1 Black River Baptist Association David O. Michael, Director 212 County Highway O Phone 888-3867 Kennett, Missouri 63857 April 3, 1987 Mr. Howard Baker Chief of Staff The White House Washington, D. C. 20550 Dear Sir: With great appreciation we commend you for fore- going a bid to the Presidency in the next election, in order to assist President Reagan. Your influence will certainly help to stabilize and energize the work of our Government during these crucial times. Gratefully, David Oimichael David O. Michael, Director of Missions April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Kaminshine: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Arthur A. Kaminshine President ESECO Speedmaster Cushing, OK 74023 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHBI ESECO Speedmaster ® Cushing, Oklahoma 74023 Telephone - 918/225-1266 Cable Address - ESECO CUSH UD Telex Address - 704205 April 3,1987 Mr. Howard Baker Chief of Staff White House Washington, D. C. 20002 Dear Future President Baker: I want to express my appreciation for your dedication and self sacrifice in accepting the challenge that was presented you. Your outstanding record for level headed approach to problems really struck home during the Nixon era. You are a true American. Your guidance and understanding is sorely needed to balance the extreme right and left factions. For what it is worth, I believe you are the best choice to lead this country through the industrial dilemma facing us. I hope that you will get the well deserved opportunity to prove me right. I do not have vast financial resources, but I will always be ready to work diligently on your behalf. Respectfully, Arthur A. Kaminshine, President AAK:Mch April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Williamson: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Richard S. Williamson Mayer, Brown & Platt 190 South La Salle Street Chicago, IL 60603 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHBI MAYER, BROWN & PLATT WASHINGTON 190 SOUTH LA SALLE STREET 312-782-0600 LONDON TELEX 190404 NEW YORK FACSIMILE DENVER CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60603 312-701-7711 HOUSTON LOS ANGELES RICHARD S. WILLIAMSON WRITER'S DIRECT DIAL NUMBER FILE NUMBER 312-701-7119 March 30, 1987 The Honorable Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President The White House Washington, DC 20500 Dear Senator Baker, It was good to see you at the White House the other day during the Conservative Advisory Group's meeting with the President. The President is tremendously fortunate to have you at his right side during these difficult days. You gave a real contribution to the President and, I believe, to the Country by putting aside your own Presidential ambitions at this time to serve as the President's senior aide. You and Ken are an outstanding team and will do a great job! Needless to say, if there's ever anything I can do, please don't hesitate to contact me. Cordially, Rict Richard S. Williamson RSW/ss April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Pemberton: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Olson Pemberton, Jr. The Edward Lane Bible Institute Caixa Postal 12 38.740 Patrocinio, M.G. Brazil HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHBI THE EDWARD LANE BIBLE INSTITUTE Caixa Postal 12 38,740 - Patrocinio, M.G. Brazil - South America 28 March 1987 Mr. Howard H. Baker Chief-of-Staff The White House Washington, DC Dear Howard: It was with pleasure that Jean and I read of your appointment as Chief-of-Staff of The White House, which has received very good coverage in Brazil. We think prayerfully of you in this position of such importance and are sure you will fulfill the responsibilities in an excellent way. After forty years with the Presbyterian Mission in Brazil, we retired but continue in the same work. We have no idea when we'll stop and have no desire to do SO. Eventually our per- manent retirement home will be Campinas, Sac Paulo, Brazil, where we purchased a house, and where we will be near three of our children and five grandchildren. We do expect to visit our two children and one grandchild in Florida each year, and to spend some time in the house we inherited from my parents in Crossnore, (western) North Carolina. I hope that we shall have occasion to see you again, perhaps in Huntsville. Jean and I send our greetings to Joy, and our prayers for her health. Cordially, Olson Olson Pemberton, Jr. April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Holder: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Jim Holder 3630 South Terwilleger Tulsa, OK 74105 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HBBI JIM HOLDER 3630 SO. TERWILLEGER TULSA, OKLAHOMA 74105 April 1, 1987 Mr. Howard Baker The White House Washington, D. C. Dear Mr. Baker: Thank you so much for assuming the role of Chief of Staff for President Reagan. He most certainly needed you. We hope and pray some day we can call you Mr. President. This great country is in bad need of a succession of great men. God Bless and nest wishes, Jun Holder Jim Holder JH/j April 9, 1987 Dear Ms. Murphy: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Ms. Georgia H. Murphy 3003 Parkwood Drive Brunswick, GA 31520 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHB 300 3 Parkwood Drine Brunswick Sa 31520 Hon. Howard Baher, chief of Staff Washington, D. C Dear Mr Baher: d am so happy you took the task of chief of Staff- & admired you greatly when you were on the Water Gate panel I do like some one to look me in the eye when talking to me and not be afraid to stond up & Call a spade a spode. t was born, reared and have lined a Democret these 76 years the Good Lard has let me line in this heartiful would of Qure - - But, if you had run for President, & was going to work & Vate for you. Instead, d feel, as & am sure you did, that you Could do more for Our Country during this Critical period by Concelling your peon for the presidency and taking This position If the job can he done t feel sure you can do it_ Congratulation Good luck- Go for it_ Sincerely r H murphs April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Halliburton: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Gus G. Halliburton Chairman, Trust Board Commerce Union Bank One Commerce Place Nashville, TN 37219 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 U5 HHB-V Commerce Union Bank Gus G. Halliburton Chairman, Trust Board March 9, 1987 Senator Howard Baker Baker, Worthington, Crossley, Stansbury, Woolf 401 Church St. Nashville, TN 37219 Dear Senator Baker: I'm sure there are thousands of people in this country who have quietly said "Thank You" prayers upon learning that you accepted the President's invitation to become his Chief of Staff. There certainly isn't anything that I can add to all of the good things that have been said and written about your acceptance and about what it means to the entire country, but I wanted to take this opportunity to write to you and personally express my own deepest feeling of appreciation for what you have done. Sincerely, GGH/gn One Commerce Place, Nashville, Tennessee 37219 April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Sylvester: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Edward B. Sylvester Suite 202 101 Providence Mine Road Nevada City, CA 95959 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHB-1 Edward B. Sylvester 101 Providence Mine Road, Suite 202 Nevada City, California 95959 265-5841 March 31, 1987 The Honorable Howard Baker Presidential Chief of Staff The White House Washington, DC 20500 Dear Sir: I wish to express my great pleasure at your accepting the role of Presidential Chief of Staff. I cannot imagine a better man to take on the job at this time, and I sincerely hope this will be the opportunity for you to step forward to follow the Reagan Presidency. I have admired your skill and work in public service for many years. You were kind enough to send me an autographed picture several years ago, which I display proudly on my office wall. I, of course, am even prouder now that you have stepped into a very difficult job in a most difficult time. I can already see the effect of your skills in the short time you have taken the responsibility of this difficult position. Thank you for accepting this challenge. The Country and the Republican Party will benefit greatly from your dedication. Very truly yours, Edward B. Sylvester April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Carlson: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Eric A. Carlson 12427 Highlife Drive Creve Coeur, MO 63146 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHB \ April 2, 1987 Honorable Howard Baker, Jr. The White House 2120 16th. N.W. Washington, D.C. 20009 Dear Senator Baker, The attached may be of interest and value. Best wishes and success as to your new assignments. Kind personal regards. Sincerely, ERIC A. CARLSON Eric A. Carlson Registered Republican 12427 Highlife Drive Creve Coeur, Missouri 63146 MANAGEMENT The Management Function is made up of three Sub-Functions: 1. PLANNING 2. DIRECTING 3. FOLLOW-UP The Management Function and Sub-Functions are carried out by establishing: 1. PURPOSE 2. PRINCIPLES 3. POLICY 4. PLAN 5. PROCEDURES 6. PRACTICE None of the above can be abdicated in successfully execut- ing the Management Functions if desired purpose is to be obtained. Authority may be delegated but not responsibility. April 9, 1987 Dear Mrs. Potter: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mrs. Bertha H. Potter 23437 South Main Street Carson, CA 90745 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 HHBI To You - Mr. Baker When you declined your post in U.S. service I wrote you a letter - regarding the Captain deserting the sinking ship. You replied very courteously:- explaining your reasons. Since then you have honorably resumed your patriotic service and come to assist our nation in service to our President. I thank and commend you, and truly believe that you are quality for becoming our next President. Sincerely, Bertha H. Potter Captain Jane Ware Dir P.I., Com. Corps US 23437 South Main Street Carson, Calif. 90745 I'm Thankful If I should try to think OI all the things I'm thonkful for, I would be thinking when I die; For I am thankful that I think. If I could think and count The things of beauty that I see,- The lacy sea, the gem-filled sky, The homely things that most men miss: Could I record the words Of kindness spoken through the day That I have heard from others' lips Which swept dismay and grief aside- As I recount the deeds That have been done, when day is past, Which, in my dreams, live on and on, I'm thankful for them-everyone. For if I try to think Of all the things I'm thankful for, 1 will be thinking when I die, Because, I'm thankful that I think -Jane Ware. Copyright 1943 (BHPS) to you Mr. Baker Woth Best Wisher Jane Ware Bertha H. potter 1487 april April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Kocher: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Frederick H. Kocher 17 Pine Street Concord, NH 03301 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/ckbf3 HHB-1 65 From the desk of HITB-1 FREDERICK H. KOCHER April 2, 1987 Dear Senator Baker, This is a short note to let you know how pleased I am that you are where you are. I have had the privilege of getting to know you through Senator Rudman and during your trips to New Hampshire. You have my admiration and my best wishes for a successful tenure at the White House. Sincerely, Fred Korker Fred Kocher FREDERICK H. KOCHER Senior Assistant for Intergovernmental Affairs Senator Warren B. Rudman United States Senate Washington, D. C. 20510 125 No. Main St. (202) 224-3324 Concord, N.H. 03301 (603) 225-7115 April 9, 1987 Dear Ms. Hatch: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Ms. Cheryl A. Hatch Centre Oregon Faculte Des Lettres Et Langues 95, Avenue du Recteur Pineau 86022 Poitiers France HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/jzf HHB-1 Centre HHB-1 D'ETUDES FRANÇAISES Oregon March 26, 1987 Mr. Howard H. Baker, Jr. Vinson & Elkins 1101 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 900 Washington, D.C. 20036 U.S.A Dear Mr. Baker: Several years ago, my father told me you were a man to watch, and as I respect and trust my father's opinions, I have watched. As Memphis District Engineer from 1981 to 1984, Colonel John F. Hatch, Jr. spoke to me of those same qualities of integrity and honesty that have been frequently cited in the news reports following your White House appointment. I congratulate you on your selection as White House chief of staff and wish you the very best in your future endeavors. I have enclosed a cartoon that may serve as a helpful and humorous reminder in your new job. Sincerely, Cheryl A. Hatch Hatch FACULTÉ DES LETTRES ET LANGUES 95, AVENUE DU RECTEUR PINEAU 86022 POITIERS, FRANCE 53 WAIT A MINUTE. THIS 15 GETTING US NOWHERE. WEBER THE DAWN OF REASON April 9, 1987 Dear Mr. Hughes: Thank you for your kind message. I appreciate your warm words of support and confidence. With best wishes, Sincerely, Howard H. Baker, Jr. Chief of Staff to the President Mr. Bob Hughes 4329 Pennsylvania Kansas City, MO 64111 HHB/SW/WJB/RKS/jzf HHB-1 tues. HHB-1 March 24sh, 1987 1. Dear Mr. Baked, I've long been An admired And supportor of yours since the Waterpate hearings in the seventies. of was Also An Admirer of Diskson. your father in law Everett at is my sincere wish, As + Amraa it is the wish of the majority of Americans) that you decide to sun for president in 1988. the people in America trust you implicitly and everene tim sure feels the same way As do, that this country would be in good hands under your capable leadership. Once Again the time is At hand when this country needs to be united under the leadership of president with strong policies regarding both the domestic situation regarding the farmess, And 2. our relationship with our Allies And Ad versanes sbroad. sincerely believe you Are the man America needs At the "helm." t hope with All my heart that you Are the man with his hand on the Bible taking the oath of office As President of the on January 20th., 1989 America needs you Mr. Baker. off there's mything it can do to help you in this endeavor, t would be honored to do so, ill be forty years of Age on July 274. / And I've worked As photographer) writer, And in public relations for the past twenty years. Thank you for your time, Robert Hughes 4329 Reanylvania Kansas City ) Missouri 64111