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PENDING REVIEW IN ACCORDANCE WITH E.O. 13233
Ronald Reagan Library
Collection: Deaver, Michael K.: Files
Archivist: kdb
OA/Box: 7618
FOIA ID: F01-107, McCartin
File Folder: Correspondence - - April 1981 (7)
Date: 3/19/07
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SUBJECT/TITLE
DATE
RESTRICTION
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A. memo
Deaver to Craig Fuller re California Desert Plan, 1p
4/30/81
05/13/2008
JK
The New York Times
WASHINGTON BUREAU
1000 CONNECTICUT AVE., N.W
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20036
(202) 862-0300
April 30, 1981
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Mr. Michael K. Deaver
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Deputy Chief of Staff
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D. C. 20500
Dear Mr. Deaver:
I have been trying for awhile to get through to you so
that we might get to know one another a bit and to discuss some
aspects of the operation of The New York Times in Washington for
which I am responsible.
I realize the first few months are hectic and that the
attack on the President exacerbated that problem for those in your
position. For that reason, and the fact that a number of my
reporters have need of access to your time for specific daily
stories, I have taken pains not to compound the pressure on you
with my personal request. I do believe, however, that it would be
mutually beneficial for us to get together, over a drink or a meal,
to discuss matters of interest to us both in terms of the goals of
this Administration and how they are perceived.
I won't burden you with a lecture on the importance of The
New York Times as an institution of communication or the size and
nature of our audience. I would, however, assure you of my personal
conviction that I shouldn't burden you nor waste my own time with a
frivilous request for your time. I have heard from various sources
that there is some feeling in the White House, and with you in
particular, that we have been, at times, unfair in our reporting of
the activities of President Reagan. These reports cause me some
concern. One factor above all others is of interest to us here and
that is the accuracy of our stories.
Therefore, at your earliest convenience, I would appreciate
the opportunity to meet with you.
Sincerely,
Konanh
Bill Kovach
Washington Editor
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Peggy:
Thank you for your nice note.
Marylou just returned back home to
Sacramento after a two week visit.
Everyone is doing fine and we sin-
cerely appreciate your kind comments.
Many thanks.
Sincerely,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mrs. William P. Gale
South 4422 Helena Street
Spokane, Washington 99203
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Mr. Brown:
Thank you sincerely for passing on the
wonderful little book by Frances Milum
from my old friend, Ron Duntley.
I have sent him a letter, under separate
cover, thanking him also.
Many thanks for your thoughtfulness.
Sincerely,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mr. Timothy C. Brown
State EUR/RPE
Department of State
Washington, D.C. 20520
MKD
MEMORANDUM
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
MEMORANDUM
TO:
HELENE VON DAMM
FROM:
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
SUBJECT:
Alfred Antonucci
I don't know whether the President remembers the
story about this Alfred Antonucci. He might want
to give him a call.
MKD
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Mrs. French:
We are presently looking at the entire
government appropriations to the Arts and
Humanities.
In that regard, Mr. Frank Hodsoll has been
given that task, and I am referring your
letter to him.
We very much appreciate your recommendation
of Mr. John S. Edwards and will give him
every consideration.
Thank you sincerely.
Warm regards,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mrs. Catherine French
American Symphony Orchestral League
Post Office Box 669
Vienna, Virginia 22180
MKD
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Mr. Bach:
I received your letter today regarding
President Reagan getting tickets for you
to the Notre Dame Commencement. I suggest
you make other arrangements, since we have
no tickets to disburse from the White House.
I'm sorry you have not yet received a reply
from the President, however, I'm sure you'll
understand when you know that he gets be-
tween 15,000 and 40,000 pieces of mail daily.
Again, thank you for writing.
Sincerely,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
7
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mr. Mark B. Bach
233 Witte A
Madison, WI
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Bruce:
Thanks for your good letter regarding the
California Society of Certified Public
Accountants.
I am delighted the Vice President is speak-
ing before your convention and I am sure he
will be an outstanding representative for our
programs.
Many thanks for your thoughts.
Warm regards,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mr. Bruce C. Allen, Director
Government Relations
The California Society of Certified
Public Accountants
925 "L" Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
AKD
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Hugh:
I would be delighted with the thought of
you working for the American Retail Feder-
ation. I am sure that all at the White
House would agree.
Best of luck.
Warm regards,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mr. Hugh E. Flaherty
12 Shelter Rock Road
Trumbull, Connecticut 06611
MKD
MEMORANDUM
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
MEMORANDUM
TO:
LYN NOFZIGER
FROM:
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
The President is now not going to Mexico to meet with
the President of Mexico, but rather the Bresident of
Mexico is coming to Washington to meet with the President
and they will go to Camp David. I am not sure Senator
George Murphy would be appropriate at that meeting.
Drawn
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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
E. DEL SMITH
905 SIXTEENTH STREET, N.W.
CHAIRMAN AND PRESIDENT
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20006
TRICIA A. NOVAK
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VICE PRESIDENT
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April 20, 1981
Mr. Lyn Nofziger
Special Assistant to the
President for Political Affairs
Room 175
Old Executive Office Building
nuke Fyl Reault
17th and Pennsylvania Ave.
Washington, D.C.
Dear Lyn,
I know that the President is considering on picking up on his schedule
which was interrupted by the shooting, with the President of Mexico.
As you will recall the then Senator George Murphy probably made the
best progress that was ever made in settling the Brasero Program with
regard to Mexico and perhaps you would want to consider suggesting to the
President that George Murphy, his old time friend and political confidant
accompany him on the trip to Mexico with regards to the Brasero Program
which is so politically sensitive in regard to relations between the United
States and Mexico.
Very best regards,
Del Del Smith
EDS/cf
MKD
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Mrs. Van Sickle:
I am sending your letter on to my father,
who has most of the information regarding
our Deaver lineage. I am sure he will be
happy to pass on whatever he might have
that will be of interest to you.
Many thanks.
Sincerely,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mrs. Bonnie Deaver Van Sickle
535 Keller Lane
Newark, Ohio 43055
MKD
MEMORANDUM
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
MEMORANDUM
TO:
CRAIG FULLER
FROM:
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
SUBJECT:
California Desert Plan
I am sorry to be persistent, but in my opinion the
California Desert Plan is another government take over
just like the Coastal Plan was and all these facts they
have given us is more justification for the bureaucratic
plans for the desert. Wyman, who is a Republican and
represents the desert in the Assembly, has some specific
concerns about the plan and particularly the mining in-
terests. Are we really in agreement with this bureaucracy-
eeze or can we look at the concept to see if that's some-
thing we want to support. I would appreciate your letting
me know your thoughts.
MKD
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 30, 1981
Dear Tony:
I was saddened to hear of your mother's sudden
death.
As you know, we recently experienced the same
sadness with Frank Judy's passing. They were
much alike in many ways - - vigorous, active in
community affairs, and always interested in
what was going on and participants in the action.
I know she will be missed, but, you certainly can
be proud of all her contributions. Please give
our very best to Mary and the family.
Warm regards,
MICHAEL K. DEAVER
Assistant to the President
Deputy Chief of Staff
Mr. Tony Kennedy
3515 College Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95818
UNION 4-25-81
'Sis' Kennedy dies;
active as volunteer
ИАУ
Gladys "Sis" Kennedy who was
active in civic volunteer work in
Sacramento for 52 years was
nounced 'dead Friday at a hospital
after she collapsed suddenly at a
meeting. She was 76,
Mrs. Kennedy was attending a,
meeting of Friends of the California
State Railroad Museum when she
collapsed. She was president of the
organization.
Known to her friends as Sis, Mrs
Kennedy was the widow of Sacra-
mento attorney Anthony J. Kennedy,
who died in 1953 She moved to
Sacramento with her husband in
1929.
Mrs. Kennedy was honored by the
Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber
of Commerce as Sacramentan of the
Year in 1980. She was widely recog
Gladys 'Sis' Kennedy
nized for her work as chairman of
the Sophie Comstock Committee,
versity, Mrs. Kennedy centered
which was instrumental in securing
much of her volunteer activity on
the Pony Express statue which
the school.
stands in Old Sacramento.
Mrs. Kennedy is survived.by sons
Mrs. Kennedy helped found the
Anthony J. Kennedy of Sacramento,
Mercy Children's Hospital Guild, the
a circuit court judge for the U.S.
Sacramento Pan Hellenic Society,
Court of Appeals; and Timothy F.
the Sacramento Delta Gamma
Kennedy, an attorney who lives in
Alumnae chapter and Lawyers
Los Angeles. Shefis also survived by
Wives of Sacramento County.
10' grandchildren and a sister, Mar-
She spent 18 years on the Mercy
jorie Hamilton, a former Sacramen-
Hospital Foundation board of gover
to resident who now lives in Oregon.
nors, recently being made a life
Friends are welcome to call at
member of the foundation; served
Nauman & Son, 4041 Freeport Blvd.
on the city's Historical andmarks
The rosary will be said Sunday at 7
Commission; worked for the Camel-
p.m. at Holy Spirit Church, 3159
lia Festival Association, including
Land Park Drive!
on the first festival; was a member
A Mass of Christian Burial will be
of the Crocker Art Museum Associa-
said Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy
tion, the Sacramento Opera Guild
Spirit, followed by burial at Mount
and the California Bicentennial
Calvary Cemetery.
Commission; and served in many
The family requests that memori-
other organizations, including the
als be made to the Sis Kennedy
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and PTA.
Memorial Fund, 301 Encina Hall,
A 1927 graduate of Stanford Uni-
Stanford; or to Mercy Hospital.
EWING HASS
1331 RIDGEWAY DRIVE
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA 95822
4-26-81
Dear Mike:
Am sure you had word about Sis but thought you
might like to have the clip from the Union. Sis
was in there pitching right to the last. She
was quite a gal.
Many thanks for the copy of the letter the
President sent to Billie Welter. It was a
beautiful letter and one which Billie will
treasure as long as she lives. How you could
find time for such a letter during those critical
days is amazing.
What a difference between the first 100 days of
this administration and that of the Carter attempt.
You really have a team working and the President
has been great.
Washington is beautiful in the Spring. The huge
azaleas, the dog-wood and of course the cherry
blossoms were spectacular. Driving through the
National Gardens was really a thrill.
Ric and Keely will be with us Tuesday night and
we are looking forward to the visit with them.
Haven't seen them in weeks.
Keep up your good work but take care of yourself
too. Gerry joins in sending our best wishes to
you and Caroline.
Sincerely,
Ewing