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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON. D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Joe D. Waggonner Jr. United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Waggonner: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Jerome R. Waldie United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Waldie: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable William C. Wampler United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Bill: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable G. Robert Watkins United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Watkins: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb BNHS Honorable Albert Watson Member of Congress U. S. House of Representatives Washington, D. C. Dear Albert: Thanks very much for your December 16 letter recommending Mr. Robert E. Bauman in the capacity of a White House-Congressional Liaison Official. I'm pleased to know of your commendation and will certainly try to work something out so that Mr. Bauman can participate in the new Adminis- tration. Your enthusiastic salute means a great deal. With warm regard, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect January 9, 1969 Honorable Albert Watson U. S. House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear A1: Thanks very much for your January 3 letter extending an invitation to Richard Nixon to speak at the dedication of a technical education center building in Columbia, South Carolina in March. I will be happy to invite the President-Elect's attention to this re- quest and will be back in touch with you as soon as possible. With warm regard, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH/sr bcc: Dwight Chapin OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON. D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Albert W. Watson United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Al: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, F.deral Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb CONFIRMATIO PY DOMESTIC SERVICE INTERNATIONAL SERVICE Check theciass ofservice desired; otherwise this message will be S $ WESTERN UNION Check the class of service desired; otherwise the message will be sent as a fast telegram sent at the full rate TELEGRAM 1206 (4-55) FULL RATE DAY LETTER E TELEGRAM LETTER TELEGRAM NIGHT LETTER W.P. MARSHALL. PRESIDENT SHORE.SHIP NO. WDS.-CL. OF SVC. PD. OR COLL CASH NO. CHARGE TO THE ACCOUNT OF TIME FILED 10/5/68 Cong. Albert Watson 2:15 P.M. Send the following message, subject to the terms on back hereof. which are hereby direction for Congress, 253-1031 President-Elect Richard M. Nixon Campaign Headquarters DELIVER - DO NOT PHONE New York, New York Although the votes have not been counted, I know the good Americans will elect you overwhelmingly today. It has been an honor speaking in behalf of such an outstanding and well-qualified citizen. With best wishes to you and your family, I am Sincerely, ALBERT WATSON, M.C. Telefax WESTERN UNION Telefax AHB349 (22) (49)AB137 HDT 5 PM 3 24 A CMA298 PDF COLUMBIA SOCAR 5 236P EST PRESIDENT ELECT RICHARD H NIXON, DLY .75 CAPAIGN HQTRS NYK ALTHOUGH THE VOTES HAVE NOT BEEN COUNTED, I KNOW THE GOOD AMERICANS WILL ELECT YOU OVERWHELMINGLY TODAY. IT HAS BEEN AN HONOR SPEAKING IN BEHALF OF SUCH AN OUTSTANDING AND WELL QUALIFIED CITIZEN. WITH BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY I AM SINCERELY® ALBERT WATSON MC (245). anzl (194) 1270W (1-01) OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable John C. Watts United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Watts: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Lowell P. Weicker, Jr. Congressman-Elect United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Weicker: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb FLEMMING January 6, 1969 Honorable Charles W. Whalen, Jr. United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Chuck: Thanks very much for your joint letter to the President-Elect recommending Mr. Steven E. Her- bits for a staff position to advise Mr. Nixon on the "All-Volunteer Army" proposal. As you know, Mr. Nixon stated in the campaign that when the war in Vietnam is over the draft should be ended and we should then shift to the concept of an all-volunteer army. I shall be happy to call the President-Elect's attention to your and your colleagues' suggestion and know that Mr. Herbits will receive consideration should a specific post of this nature be created. With warm regard, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:ph OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Charles W. Whalen, Jr. United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Chuck: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WASHINGTON, D. C. 20515 CHARLES W. WHALEN, JR. THIRD DISTRICT, OHIO New November 8, 1968 President-Elect Richard M. Nixon 450 Park Avenue New York, New York My dear Mr. President-Elect: Congratulations on your election and on the outstanding campaign you conducted to achieve victory. Now that the din and rush of that great effort have subsided I am sure that your thoughts are focused completely on the difficult days ahead. I am confident that you will exert the necessary leadership in confronting this great task for the betterment of the Nation. I look forward to working with you during the 91st Congress. Like you, I believe America's problems can be solved. And I hope the next Congress will contribute significantly to the attainment of this challenging goal. Please accept my sincerest best wishes and warmest regards. May God bless and guide you as our President. Cordially, Chuck when Charles W. Whalen, Jr. Member of Congress CWW:rfd OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable J. Irving Whalley United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Whalley: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Richard C. White United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. White: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb December 15, 1968 Haniqau Honorable Richard C. White United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. White: Thank you very much for your November 18 letter, which the President-Elect has shared with me and asked me to respond to, in behalf of Ambassador Joseph F. Friedkin. It is with much appreciation that we thank you for your detailed recommendation of Ambassador Friedkin. Let me simply assure you at this time that he will receive the most careful consideration for retention in his post. The resume you enclosed is an impressive tribute to Mr. Friedkin's qualifications for this high position. Again, thank you for your high recommendation of him. With cordial regard, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:ph January 11, 1969 Honorable G. William Whitehurst United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Dean Whitehurst: Larry, or as he claims he is called in academic circles, Bryce L., has so often talked enthusias- tically of the learning and counsel you have im- parted to him that I look forward with special interest to working with you in the coming months and years. We were delighted on election night to find your victory on the boards, and I trust your surprise has evolved into delight and optimism over the challenges ahead. Thanks very much for taking the time to respond with your January 6 letter. Cordially, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:ph G. WILLIAM WHITEHURST 2ND DISTRICT, VIRGINIA Congress of the United States house of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 January 6, 1969 JAN I 1968 Mr. Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect Federal Building #7 17th and H Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. Dear Mr. Harlow: Thank you for your recent letter with regard to your temporary headquarters in Washington. I would also like to thank you for offering the services of your associates, Bill Timmons and Ken BeLieu, during this transition period. My staff and I are looking forward to working with your office during the coming year. With every good personal wish, I remain Sincerely, Bue G. WILLIAM WHITEHURST GWW: RS Ps. l had a nice chat with your son before leaving my job as Dear of Students at Old Dominion College OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable G. William Whitehurst United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Whitehurst: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb JAMIE L. WHITTEN MEMBER: 2D DIST., MISSISSIPPI COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS 2413 HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING SUBCOMMITTEES: Congress of the United States AGRICULTURE-CHAIRMAN DEFENSE PUBLIC WORKS house of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 January 7, 1969 USA 1868 Hon. Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect Transition Hq., Fed. Bldg. #7 17th and H Sts., N.W. Washington, D.C. Dear Bryce: I am glad to see you will be on the scene here and I appreciate very much your letter, supplying me with your telephone numbers here and in New York. Needless to say, it will be a pleasure to be associated with you again; and I trust you will stop by for a visit when you have a chance. In the mean- time, be sure and let us know if there is anything I can do to help. I appreciated very much the call from Bill Timmons, with which I am sure you are familiar. With congratulations and best wishes for you in your new assignment, Cordially, Jeme Jamie L. Whitten, M.C. Whitten JLW:atw 43 OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. Hemming January 13, 1969 Honorable Jamie L. Whitten United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Jamie: Thanks very much for your ringing endorsement of Mr. J. T. Martin for consideration as Patent Commissioner. Your letters of December 31, 1968 to the President-Elect and me are an impressive salute, and it will be very influential in all ing considerations. rs I warmly appreciate your letter us know of your strong backing for Mr. Martin. Your salute to him means a great deal. Cordially, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kmb WHY YOU ARE FOR NIXON/AGNEW: Because I believe Nixon to be a Statesman competent to (Use back if necessary) deal with foreign affairs and an able and realistic adminis trator of doment ii. OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Jamie L. Whitten United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Jamie: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building No. 7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D. C. While it will be necessary for me to di- vide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Relations" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:ph OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable William B. Widnall United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Bill: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb November 29, 1968 Hon. William B. Widnall Congress of the United States House of Representatives Rayburn Office Building, Room 2329 Washington, D.C., 20515 Dear Bill: Thank you so much for your good letter of November 25th, enclosing correspondence from Postmaster Leo Mazza of Garfield, New Jersey, regarding Major Charles Penola's wish to join the White House Staff as a pilot or military aide-de-camp. I am forwarding your letter, along with Major Penola's resume to those individuals in the transition process who are responsible for screening applicants for White House appointments. I know that Major Penola will receive every consideration. With cordial regard, I am, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH/mc CC B. Haldeman November 27, 1968 Honorable William B. Widnall, MC U. S. House of Represenatives Washington, D.C. Dear Bill: For the next several weeks President-Elect Nixon will be firming up programs to be proposed to Congress by the new Republican Administration. Mr. Nixon is much aware of your long Congressional experience and your leadership as our party's senior member on the Committee on Banking and Currency. He is very hopeful that you will offer suggestions for inclusion in the program of the new Administration and that your recommendations can be made available by mid-December. If you would supply these suggestions to me, I will see that they receive the priority attention that the President-Elect has directed. With cordial regard. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:mw CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL=Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL=Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International Letter Telegram The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination 658P EST NOV 7 68 AC545 CTC487 1968 NOV 7 PM 7 34 WE193 WW BUA135. GOVT PDB BU WASHINGTON DC 7 543P EST HON RICHARD NIXON CARE BRYCE HARLOW KEY BISCAYNE HOTEL KEY BISCAYNE FLO TO YOU DICK AND PAT AND YOUR VERY FINE DAUGHTERS CONGRATULATIONS. YOU HAVE CHERISHED AND WORKED FOR THE BEST OF OUR ASPIRATIONS IN THE UNITED STATES- BEEN MISUNDERSTOOD AND UNDERSTOOD AND FINALLY HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PROVE YOU ARE WHAT OUR PEOPLE WANT. I'VE KNOWN YOU A LONG WHILE ALWAYS HAD CONFIDENCE IN YOU AND AM JUST so PROUD YOU HAVE HAD THE COURAGE TO SEE IT ALL THOURGH. YOU CAN AND I FULLY BELIEVE WILL BE THE FORCE AND WELDING FORCE TO BRING ALL AMERICANS TOGETHER AGAIN FOR THE LEADERSHIP OF A TRULY GREAT UNITED STATES AND A FREE WORLD. PLEASE COUNT ON MY FULL SUPPORT. IN THE DAYS AHEAD PLEASE CALL ON ME FOR ANY ASSISTANCE THAT I. MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE BILL WIDNALL SEVETH DISTRICT NJER SF1201 (R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL Day Letter unless its deferred char- proper symbol. File -telegram NL=Night Letter acter is indicated by the TELEGRAM LT International Letter Telegram The filing time shown in the rains Mist point of origin, Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination 833P EST NOV 7 68 AD647 CTC538 WD 414 WW BUA169 PDB BU WASHINGTON DC 7 654P EST HONORABLE RICHARD M NIXON CARE BRICE HARLOW 1968 Special NOV 7 PM 8 43 KEY BISCAYNE HOTEL KEY BISCAYNE FLO IN THE FIELDS OF HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS, IT IS QUITE PROPERLY AN URGENT TIME FOR A CAREFUL REVIEW OF EXISTING PROGRAMS, AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF THOSE PROGRAMS MERITING SUPPORT. AS YOU HAVE STATED so WELL, WE MUST SET PRIORITIES, AND CHALLENGE THE PRIVATE SECTOR TO MOVE FORWARD IN EFFORTS TO SOLVE OUR URBAN PROBLEMS. I WOULD URGE, HOWEVER, THAT BEFORE ANY MAJOR POLICY DECISIONS OR EXECUTIVE APPOINTMENTS ARE MADE, YOU WILL SEEK THE ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE OF THOSE OF US IN CONGRESS WHO HAVE BEEN IN THE BATTLES OF THE PAST, AND WHO WILL BE CALLED UPON TO SUPPORT OUR ADMINISTRATION IN THE BATTLES AHEAD. A CONGRESS CONTROLLED BY THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY, PARTICULARLY IN VIEW OF THE CLOSENESS SF1201(R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE This is a fast message unless its deferred char- acter is indicated by the WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS proper symbol. TELEGRAM DL =Day Letter NL=Night Letter The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME R at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of LT destination Letter International Telegram CAN OF THE BE EXPECTED ELECTION IN MANY PIVOTAL STATES WITH URBAN 43 1968 NOV 7 PM 8 ADMINISTRATION TO STUDY AND CHALLENGE EVERY MOVE THE POPULATIONS, NEW REPUBLICAN MAKES IN THESE PROGRAM AREAS. AND BY YOUR DIFFERENT CAMPAIGN TEAM, THE PROCESS OF GOVERNING CALLS FOR JOB DONE WITHOUT TAKING ANYTHING AWAY FROM THE TREMENDOUS COUNTRY, IF SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IN MANY RESPECTS. DIVIDED ADDITIONAL PARTY WE ARE TO UNITE THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE IN A SKILLS HAVE TO BE SPENT IN ON-THE-JOB TRAINING THE WHICH WOULD AND THE NIXON ADMINISTRATION, WE CANNOT AFFORD REPUBLICAN TIME WITH SERVICE, EXPERIENCE AND WITH EXISTING PROGRAMS AND THEIR CLIENTS, CIVIL OF DEALING WITH CONGRESS, WITH THE CONTINUING IN THE ARE NOT WITHIN THE REPUBLICAN PARTY IN THE ART OF IF GOVERNMENT THOSE CALLED UPON TO ADVISE AND TO SERVE. SF1201(R2-65) I WOULD APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY AT THE EARLIEST POSSIBLE \ CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL=Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL=Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT= International Letter Telegram ® The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination 1168 NOV 7 PM 8 43 TIME OF MEETING WITH YOU AND YOUR STAFF, INCLUDING THE TRANSITION PEOPLE, ON THOSE AREAS OF URBAN PROBLEMS, MONETARY POLICY, AND THE LIKE THAT FALL WITHIN THE COMPETENCE OF THE BANKING AND CURRENCY COMMITTEE. I WILL BE SADLY DISAPPOINTED IF THOSE OF US WHO HAVE BEEN ON THE FIRING LINE ARE PASSED OVER AND NEGLECTED. BILL WIDNALL CONGRESSMAN 7TH DISTRICT NEW JERSEY (700). SF1201(R2-65) Laird January 17, 1969 Honorable Charles E. Wiggins United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Congressman Wiggins: Thanks very much for your hearty endorsement of Mr. S. "Tiger" Eldridge. Your January 14 letter to Bryce Harlow is a glowing accolade and will weigh heavily on those responsible to the President- Elect for screening candidates for policy positions in the new Administration. I know "Tiger" will receive thoughtful consideration. Sincerely, William E. Timmons Deputy Assistant WET:kmb bcc: Peter Flanigan WOOLLEY January 2, 1969 Honorable Charles E. Wiggins U. S. House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Wiggins: Thanks very much for your December 16 letter recommending Mr. Jack Woolley for a Congressional liaison post in the new Administration. I'm pleased to know of your commendation and will certainly try to work something out so that Jack can participate. Your enthusiastic salute means a great deal. With warm regard. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH/sr bec: Peter Flanigan BNH STAFF WOOLLEY January 2, 1969 Honorable Charles E. Wiggins U. S. House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Wiggins: Thanks very much for your December 16 letter recommending Mr. Jack Woolley for a Congressional liaison post in the new Administration. I'm pleased to know of your commendation and will certainly try to work something out so that Jack can participate. Your enthusisstic salute means a great deal. With warm regard. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH/sr bcc: Peter Flanigan OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Charles E. Wiggins United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Wiggins: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL=Day = Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT= International Letter Telegram R The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination AHA733 (19)SPD107 (29)LC225 (29) NOV 6 PM 3 20 L EMA032 PD EL MONTE CALIF 6 1100A PST MR RICHARD NIXON 450 PARK AVE NYK DEAR MR PRESIDENT ELECT NIXON DOESNT THAT SOUND GREAT IM LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING AS A MEMBER OF YOUR TEAM IN WASHINGTON AND SUPPORTING YOUR PROGRAMS TO RESTORE UNITY TO OUR. COUNTRY WARMEST REGARDS CHUCK WIGGINS (1120). SF1201 (R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL = Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL - Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International = Letter Telegram ® The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination VGA050 (57)DEA121 DE CBA014 PD MURPHYSBORO ILL 8 1051A CST 1968 NOV RICHARD M NIXON - PO BOX 1968 TIMES SQUARE STATION NYK PM l2 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR GREAT VICTORY IN THE NOV 5TH ELECTION. is I FEEL THAT YOUR ELECTIONSWILL BRIW HOPE TO THE REPUBLICAN PARTY AND TO OUR GREAT COUNTRY BEST WISHES REPRESENTATIVE AND MRS GALE WILLIAMS (1157). SF1201(R2-65) OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Harrison A. Williams, Jr. United States Senate Washington, D. C. 20510 Dear Senator Williams: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building No. 7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D. C. While it will be necessary for me. to di- vide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Relations" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:ph W XXX Congrats December 14, 1968 Harlow:kmb Dear Harrison: Due to the mass of mail which swamped my office after election, this is the first opportunity I have had to extend my thanks to you for your congratulatory wire. I deeply appreciate the sentiment of your telegram. I look forward to the opportunity of working with you in the 91st Congress. I am confident that, once we get to Washington, we shall be able to set up a pro- ductive and efficient Executive-Congressional team, with the result that all of us want: good government for our country. Mrs. Nixon joins me in sending our very best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. Sincerely, Richard Nixon Honorable Harrison A. Williams, Jr. United States Senate Washington, D. C. 20510 CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL = Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International Letter Telegram R The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination a NJ568 (01)(25)CTA642 PM 10 47 SSC648 WF460 WW NFB003 GOVT NT POB NF WASHINGTON DC 6 NIXON HDQTRS DLY 75 450 PARK AVE NYK CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR VICTORY. I HEARTILY ENDORSE YOUR DESIRE TO UNITE THE NATION AND TO OPPOSE THE STRIFE AND TURMOIL AMONG OUR POPULACE. AS A DEMOCRAT, I ESPECIALLY COMMEND YOUR DECLARATION OF AN OPEN ADMINISTRATION AND SOLICITATION OF IDEAS FROM ALL. THE IDEA I URGENTLY SUBMIT IS THAT YOU AND YOUR ADMINISTRATION PROPOSE THE ENACTMENT OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING LEGISLATION FOR THE NATIONS FARM EMPLOYERS AND FARM WORKERS. I INTAXCED LEGISLATION IN THE 90TH CONGRESS, THE BI L S.8 TO INCLUDE THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS ACT. UNFORTUNATELY THIS IMPORTANT SF1201(R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL=Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International = Letter Telegram ® 1968 NOV The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL T/M at point of 47 destination P62 S5C648 ISSUE WAS NOT ENACTED BEFORE THE ADJOURNMENT OF CONGRESS. IT IS MY INTENTION TO RE-INTRODUCE THIS SAME PROPOSAL IN THE 91ST CONGRESS AND PRESUMABLY IT WILL CARRY THE SAME BILL NUMBER. HEARINGS ON THIS MEASURE WILL BE REQUESTED AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE IN JANUARY. I KNOW YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE NATIONS MAJOR FARM LABOR PROBLEM: THE LACK OF AN ORDERLY FORUM TO RESOLVE THE INCREASINGLY BITTER ISSUE BETWEEN FARM EMPLOYEES AND FARM EMPLOYERS HAS BROUGHT US TO ECONOMIC WARFARE THAT CAN BUT GREATLY HARM EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES, AND CONSUMERS OF FARM PRODUCTS. A NEW, ULGY FORM OF RACIAL STRIFE ALSO LIES NOT FAR BENEATH THESE TROUBLED WATERS. SF1201 (R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL = = Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter Acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International Letter Telegram ® The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination P6 3 SSC648 1558 NOV 6 PM 10 47 HOW WELL YOU VALUE PEACEFUL AND STABLE LABOR MANAGEMENT RELATIONS, I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU AND YOUR ADMINISTRATION TO SUPPORT FIRMLY THIS LEGISLATION HARRISON A WILLIAMS JR UNITED STATES SENATE. Harrism NB: He on Surstantive delti matter which was am smand. SF1201(R2-65) Bryce N. Harlow Office of the President-Elect Pierre Hotel 61 Street and Fifth Avenue New York, New York November 18, 1968 The Honorable Harrison A. Williams, Jr., U.S.S. Senate Office Building, Room 352 Washington, D.C. Dear Senator Williams: President-Elect Nixon greatly appreciates your November 6 telegram urging his support of collective bargaining legislation for farm em- ployers and workers. He has asked me to assure you that your observations on this highly impor- tant legislation will be most actively considered, and he welcomes your initiative in bringing your views to his personal attention. With this acknowledgement comes also my personal greetings and good wishes. I look for- ward to resuming our association of years gone by, when you were in the House of Representatives and I was serving in a similar capacity as now with President Eisenhower. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow BNH/jch dr. CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL=Day = Letter unless its deferted char- NL=Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM Ligilation LT= International Letter Telegram R The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination 758P EST NOV 6 68 AD619 CTB460 WG331 WW NF B0 04 GOVT NL PDB NF WASHINGTON DC 6 1968 NOV 6 PM 8 13 PRESIDENT ELECT RICHARD MVON KEY BISCAYNE HOTEL KEY BISCAYNE FLOCDLY 75) CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR VICTORY. I HEARTILY ENDORSE YOUR DESIRE TO UNITE THE NATION AND TO IMPOSE THE STRIFE AND TURMOIL AMONG OUR POPULACE. AS A DEMOCRAT, I ES PEC IALLY COMMEND YOUR DECLARATION OF AN OPEN ADMINISTRATION AND SOLICITATION OF IDEAS FROM ALL. THE IDEA I URGENTLY SUBMIT IS THAT YOU AND YOUR ADMINISTRATION PROPOSE THE ENACTMENT OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING LEGISLATION FOR THE NATIONS FARM EMPLOYERS AND FARM WORKERS. I INTRODUCED LEGISLATION IN THE 90TH CONGRESS, THE BI L S.8 TO INCLUDE THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS ACT. 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A NEW, ULGY FORM OF RACIAL STRIFE ALSO LIES NOT FAR BENEATH THESE TROUBLED WATERS. SF1201(R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL = Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symEol. TELEGRAM LT = International Letter Telegram R The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination 1968 NOV 6 PM 8 13 KNOWING HOW WELL YOU VALUE PEACEFUL AND STABLE LABOR MANAGEMENT RELATIONS, I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU AND YOUR ADMINISTRATION TO SUPPORT FIRMLY THIS LEGISLATION HARRISON A WILLIAMS JR UNITED STATES SENATE. 352 f.o.B. SF1201 (R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL=Day = Letter unless its deferred char- NL Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT: International Letter Telegram R The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt è LOCAL TIME at point of destination LLB061 WA090 U.S. Sanatar NOV 1 3 1968 (LL) GOVT NL PDB WASHINGTON DC 6 NIXON HEADQUARTERS Dama. 7 20 1726 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW WASHDC CONGRATULATIONS ON, YOUR VICTORY. I HEARTILY ENDORSE. YOUR DESIRE TO UNITE THE NATION AND TO COMPOSE THE STRIFE AND TURMOIL AMONG OUR POPULACE. AS, A DEMOCRAT, I ESPECIALLY COMMEND, YOUR DECLARATION OF AN OPEN ADMINISTRATION AND SOLICITATION OF IDEAS FROM ALL. THE IDEA, I URGENTLY SUBMIT. IS THAT, YOU AND YOUR ADMINISTRATION PROPOSE, THE ENACTMENT OF COLLECTIVE BARGANING LEGISLATION FOR THE NATION'S FARM EMPLOYERS AND FARM WORKERS I INTRODUCED LEGISLATION IN THE 90TH CONGRESS, THE BILL S-8, TO INCLUDE THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS ACT. UNFORTUNATELY THIS IMPORTANT ISSUE WAS NOT ENACTED BEFORE THE ADJOURNMENT OF CONGRESS. SF1201(R2-65) CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL = Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International II Letter Telegram R The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegtams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination WA090/2 IT IS MY, INTENTION TO RE-INTRODUCE THIS SAME PROPOSAL IN THE, 91ST CONGRESS AND, PRESUMABLY IT WILL CARRY THE SAME BILL NUMBER. HEARINGS ON THIS MEASURE WILL BE REQUESTED AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE IN JANUARY. I KNOW YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE, NATION'S MAJOR FARM LABOR PROBLEM: THE LACK OF, AN ORDERLY FORUM TO RESOLVE THE INCREASINGLY BITTER ISSUES BETWEEN FARM EMPLOYEES AND FARM EMPLOYERS HAS BROUGHT US TO ECONOMIC WARFARE THAT CAN BUT GREATLY HARM EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES, AND CONSUMERS OF. FARM PRODUCTS. A NEW, UGLY FORM OF RACIAL STRIFE ALSO LIES NOT FAR BENEATH THESE TROUBLED WATERS. KNOWING HOW. WELL YOU VALUE PEACEFUL AND, STABLE LABOR SF1201 (R2-65) MANAGEMENT RELATIONS, I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU AND YOUR ADMINISTRATION CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL = Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International = Letter Telegram ® The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination WA090/3 TO SUPPORT FIRMLY THIS LEGISLATION HARRISON A WILLIAMS JR NITED STATES SENATE. SF1201(R2-65) January 13, 1969 Honorable John J. Williams United States Senate Washington, D. C. 20510 Dear Senator: I am taking the liberty of acknowledging your letter of December 27th recommending Clark Mollenhoff for Director of USIA. As you know by now, Mr. Frank Shakespeare has just been named as the new Director of USIA. Although due to shortage in staff, it has taken this long to reply to your letter, Clark's name was prominent among those considered. Sincerely, Kenneth E. BeLieu Deputy Assistant KEB:jt CC: File JOHN J. WILLIAMS DELAWARE United States Senate WASHINGTON, D.C. December 27, 1968 JAN 3 1968 Mr. Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect Federal Building No. 7 17th and H Streets, N. W. Washington, D. C. Dear Bryce: It is my understanding that Mr. Clark Mollenhoff, a Washington reporter for Cowles Publications, is being con- sidered for Director of U.S.I.A. I have known Clark for a number of years and have developed a tremendous respect for him both as a reporter and as a good Republican. A copy of his biographical sketch is attached, and I would appreciate it if you would forward it and this recommendation to the appropriate spot. Yours sincerely, JOHN John JJW:1c Enclosure Biographical Data Clark R. Mollenhoff Washington Bureau for Cowles Publications, 1950 to the present time. (The publications include LOOK, The Des Moines Register and Tribune, and the Minneapolis Star and Tribune.) Born, Burnside, Iowa, April 16, 1921. Attended school at Lohrville, Algona and Webster City, all in Iowa. Was graduated Webster City high school, 1938. Was graduated Webster City junior college, 1941. Drake University Law School, LL.B., January 1944. U.S. Navy, Lieutenant Jg., 1944 to 1946. Des Moines Register reporter, 1941 to 1944, 1946 to 1950. (Started work as a full-time police and municipal court reporter while in law school, covered city hall, the county courthouse, the Iowa Statehouse, and federal agencies as well as some general feature work.) Nieman Fellow at Harvard University, 1949-50. Eisenhower Exchange Fellowship, 1960 and 1961. move Then 40 Major awards include: Countries- 1952, Sigma Delta Chi Award for Washington Correspondence. 1954, Sigma Delta Chi Award for Washington Correspondence. 1955, Raymond Clapper Memorial Award for Washington Correspondence. 1955, Heywood Broun Memorial Award. 1956, Drake University Distinguished Alumni Award. X 1958, Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting. 1958, Sigma Delta Chi Award for Public Service in Newspaper Journalism. 1959, Lovejoy Fellowship and honorary LL.D., Colby College. 1960, National Headliner Award for Magazine Writing. (Atlantic) 1960, Cornell College honorary L.H.D. 1961, Drake University honorary Litt.D. 1962, University of Arizona, John Peter Zenger Award. 1962, University of Missouri, FOI Center, Harold Cross Memorial Lecture. 1963, University of Oregon, Eric Allen Memorial Lecturer. 1963, University of Colorado, Ralph Crosman Memorial Lecturer. 1963, Freedom Foundation, George Washington Medallion, Public address. 1964, William Allen White Foundation Award for Journalistic Merit. 1964, Don R. Mellett Lecturer, University of Iowa. 1965, American Legion, Fourth Estate Award. 1966, Iowa Wesleyan College, honorary Litt. D. 1966, Buena Vista College, Storm Lake, Ia., Honor Iowan Award. 1967, New York University, Kappa Tau Alpha Award. BOOKS: Washington Cover-up, 1962, Doubleday. Tentacles of Power, 1965, World Publishing. Despoilers of Democracy, 1965, Doubleday. The Pentagon, 1967, G.P. Putnam's Sons. George Romney: Mormon in Politics, 1968, Meredith Press. (For additional details see Who's Who in America, or Current Biography for 1958.) 1962-65- Member of U.S. Adv Commission on Information poe, cy. OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable John J. Williams United States Senate Washington, D. C. 20510 Dear John: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building No. 7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D. C. While it will be necessary for me to di- vide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Relations" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:ph December 10, 1968 Andur Honorable John J. Williams United States Senate Washington, D. C. Dear John: You are unfailingly thoughtful and help- ful; I very much appreciate your December 3 response to my letter request for suggestions for the Administration's legislative program. Your proposals are now in the right hands here- abouts -- and I repeat, they are excellent con- tributions to the common effort. With warm regard, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH/jch November 27, 1968 Honorable John H. Williams, USS Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. Dear John: For the next several weeks President-Elect Nixon will be firming up programs to be proposed to Congress by the new Republican Administration/ Mr. Nixon is much aware of your long Congressional experience and your leddership as our party's senior member on the Committee on Finance. He is very hopeful that you will offer suggestions for in- clusion in the program of the new Administration and that your recom- mendations can be made available by mid-December. If you would supply these suggestions to me, I will see that they receive the priority attention that the President-Elect has directed. With cordial regard. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH :mw NOVEMBER 13, 1968 John RN COMPLETED TELEPHONE CALL TO SEN. WILLIAMS. CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL=Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT = International Letter Telegram ® 1968 NOV 6 PM 23 The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination UDC144 (13) (23) PD122 P DRA 123 CGN PDF TDGN MILLSBORO DEL 6 106P EST PRESIDENT ELECT AND MRS RICHARD NIXON NIXON HQ FOR PRES 445 PARK AVE NYK CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEXT PRESIDENT AND FIRST LADY ON A WELL DESERVED VICTORY SENATOR AND MRS JOHN J WILLIAMS (121). SF1201(R2-65) LAWRENCE G. WILLIAMS JAN 13 1968 COMMITTEES: BANKING AND CURRENCY 7TH DISTRICT, PENNSYLVANIA STANDARDS OF OFFICIAL CONDUCT 1740 LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING DISTRICT OFFICE: DAVID RALLY Congress of the United States 50 POWELL ROAD SPRINGFIELD, PA. 19064 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT VIRGINIA HEYERDAHL house of Representatives FRANK FITZPATRICK EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR EXECUTIVE SECRETARY CATHERINE I. MINNICH Washington, D.C. 20515 SECRETARY 10 January 1969 Bill. Mr. Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect 17th and H Streets, N.W. Federal Building Washington, D.C. Dear Mr. Harlow: This is just a note to thank you for your recent letter advising me of your new address in the Transition headquarters, and giving me the names of your assistants and your phone number. Please be assured that I appreciate having this information. Lamena yours, WILLIAMS, Nitteams M.C. LGW:vah December 27, 1968 Honorable Lawrence G. Williams United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Williams: This acknowledges with appreciation your letter dated December 10, addressed to President-Elect Richard Nixon, inviting him and Mrs. Nixon to be your guests at a reception and banquet on January 3rd in Washington, D.C. The President-Elect appreciates your invitation, but regretfully, because his current plans will not bring him back to the East Coast until January 4, he must decline. Nevertheless, it was thoughtful of you to think of Mr. Nixon in this manner and I am sorry his schedule will not permit his attendance at the banquet. With cordial regard, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH: kmb LAWRENCE G. WILLIAMS COMMITTEES: 7TH DISTRICT, PENNSYLVANIA BANKING AND CURRENCY STANDARDS OF OFFICIAL CONDUCT '40 LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING DISTRICT OFFICE: DAVID RALLY Congress of the United States 50 POWELL ROAD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT SPRINGFIELD, PA. 19064 VIRGINIA HEYERDAHL house of Representatives FRANK FITZPATRICK EXECUTIVE SECRETARY EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR PAULA YATES CATHERINE 1. MINNICH SECRETARY Washington, D.C. 20515 SECRETARY RONIA STRUCK SECRETARY BONNIE NELSON SECRETARY December 10, 1968 DEC 1 6 1968 85-21# The Honorable Richard M. Nixon Office of the President-Elect 450 Park Avenue New York, New York Dear Dick: On January 3, 1969, the day that we will be sworn in, I have made arrangements for approximately 1,000 people from my Congressional District to come to Washington for the day. In the evening, we will have a reception and banquet at the Mayflower Hotel. The reception will be held in the Promenade and in the Chinese Room starting at 6:30 PM, and the banquet will be held in the Grand Ballroom and will start at 7:15 PM. You may recall in January 1967, when I had a similar banquet at the Mayflower Hotel, you were gracious enough to come down from your suite and address the crowd late in the evening. I appreciated that gesture very much and I assure you that all of the people there, ap- proximately 1,000 were very much impressed and were unanimous in their opinion that your presence was the highlight of the evening. If it would be at all possible, I would like very much for you and your wife, Pat, to be my guests at the reception and banquet for this next event which will take place on January 3, 1969. Both Margie and I are looking forward to having you with us and we know that you will have a very enjoyable time. Please be assured that all possible arrangements will be made to accommodate you for this event. Please advise me as soon as it is convenient to do so if you will be able to attend. Kindest personal regards. Janence WILLIAMS, Chilliam M.C. LGW:d:r OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Lawrence G. Williams United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Williams: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb December 9, 1968 Hanigan Hon. Lawrence G. Williams Congress of the United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Williams: Thank you for your recent letter en- closing a resume of Anthony S. Stasio and recommending him for Administrator of the Small Business Administration. On Mr. Nixon's direction this matter is receiving careful attention, as also is your recommen- dation of Mr. Richard Koenig for a policy position at the same agency. It was good of you to bring these two able individuals to Mr. Nixmn's personal attention. With cordial regards, Sincerely, Bryee N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH/jch LAWRENCE G. WILLIAMS COMMITTEES: 7TH DISTRICT, PENNSYLVANIA BANKING AND CURRENCY STANDARDS OF OFFICIAL CONDUCT 1740 LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING Congress of the United States DISTRICT OFFICE DAVID RALLY 50 POWELL ROAD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT SPRINGFIELD, PA. 19064 VIRGINIA HEYERDAHL EXECUTIVE SECRETARY house of Representatives FRANK FITZPATRICK EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR PAULA YATES CATHERINE 1. MINNICH SECRETARY Washington, D.C. 20515 SECRETARY RONIA STRUCK SECRETARY BONNIE NELSON SECRETARY December 5, 1968 Mr. Peter Flanigan Assistant to the President-Elect Richard M. Nixon 450 Park Avenue New York, New York 10022 Dear Mr. Flanigan: I would like to recommend for the fullest considera- tion for the position of Secretary of State, former Cover- nor John Davis Lodge, While my contacts with Governor Lodge have not been too extensive, : have developed a deep respect for Gover- nor Lodge's knowledge of foreign affairs and his direct, forthright approaches to our international affairs and problems. I know that Governor Lodge was most active in Presi- dent-elect Nixon's campaign end I know that he substantially contributed to Mr. Nixon's campaign. I believe that you are fully aware of Governor Lodge's qualifications so that it should not be necessary for the to send you any additional information on him. However, his resume is in the possession of Mr. Nixon's headquarters at 450 Park Avenue. If you do desire any edditional informa- tion, please do not hesitate to contact me. Kind regards. James G. WILLIAMS, M. c. LOW/vg bc: Mr. Bryce N. Harlow Gov. John Davis Lodge CLASS OF SERVICE WESTERN UNION SYMBOLS This is a fast message DL = Day Letter unless its deferred char- NL = Night Letter acter is indicated by the proper symbol. TELEGRAM LT International = Letter Telegram R The filing time shown in the date line on domestic telegrams is LOCAL TIME at point of origin. Time of receipt is LOCAL TIME at point of destination NOV PM 4 18 AHA386 (17)(59)CTC234 WF318 WW BXA088 GOVT PDB 3 EXTRA BX WASHINGTON DC 7 333P EST PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON VICE PRESIDENT-ELECT SPIRO AGNEW NIXON FOR PRESIDENT HEADQUARTERS 450 PARK AVE (75 DLY) NYK CONGRATULATIONS ON A JOB WELL DONE I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING WITH YOU AND OUR FELLOW REPUBLICANS DURING THIS UPCOMING NEW CONGRESS. CONGRESSMAN LAWRENCE G. WILLIAMS 7TH DISTRICT - PENNSYLVANIA (354). SF1201(R2-65) January 14, 1969 Honorable Bob Wilson United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Bob: Janigan Thanks very much for your ringing Laird endorsements of Messrs. Bob Bauman and Coke Prentice. Your letters of December 30, 1968 are an impressive salute, and they will be very influential in all considerations. I warmly appreciate your letting me know of your strong backing of Messrs. Bauman and Prentice. Your salute to them means a great deal. Cordially, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect W-xxx Political Harlow:ph January 5, 1968 Honorable Bob Wilson United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Bob: I appreciated your thoughts on the Ray Bliss situation as set out in your December 13 letter, which followed on our chat at Palm Springs. The problem remains unresolved because of my pre- occupation with the staffing of the Administration, but I welcome your suggestion and will mull it around. It may be a good scheme. T Thanks also for your reaction to Mel's appointment. He is taking hold in a decisive, effective way already, and I expect great things of him. With warm regards, Sincerely, Richard Nixon OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. MEMORANDUM January 2, 1968 TO: RN BH FROM: BRYCE HARLOW Because of Wilson's obvious effort to be help- ful, I suggest a personal acknowledgement is in order. BOB WILSON ARM D SERVICES COMMITTEE 36TH DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA (SAN DIEGO COUNTY) SUBCOMMITTEES: RETIREMENT PAUL L. TSOMPANAS TACTICAL AIR SUPPORT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Congress of the United States CHAIRMAN, NATIONAL REPUBLICAN CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE house of Representatives DEC 1 9 1968 Washington, D.C. 20515 December 13, 1968 82-21- Dear Dick: Many thanks for inviting Jerry Ford and me to lunch last Saturday in Palm Springs. It was very thoughtful and appreciated, I assure you. I appreciate your not wanting to be boxed in with regard to the Chair- manship of the National Committee. I do think you are facing a possible confrontation with the Governors, State Chairmen and many others who feel as Jerry Ford and I do that Ray Bliss has done an exceptionally good job in rebuilding the Party organization after the debacle of 1964. Nearly everyone recognizes that it is your prerogative as President to choose your own Chairman. I would only suggest that you might convince Ray to be Executive Director under an attractive spokesman-type Chairman. This would let Ray Bliss do the organizing work and the "nuts and bolts" while the Chairman became the spokesman and nut-cutter for the Committee. This is the way our Congressional Committee operates with me as Chairman and Lee Potter as paid Executive Director. Don't know whether Ray could be convinced, but maybe a pay raise would do it. As a member of the Armed Services Committee for sixteen years, I want you to know I regard it as a stroke of genuis on your part to get Mel Laird as Secretary of Defense. He really knows how the Pentagon operates and is a strong man who will not let the military or the system dominate him. I predict he will do a great job and I commend you for this choice as well as those of your other Cabinet members. You are really off to a great start, and all of us here wish you well. No need to acknowledge this letter. I just wanted you to have my thoughts on these two matters. Sincerely, Bob Bob Wilson Member of Congress President-Elect Richard M. Nixon Pierre Hotel 61st and Fifth Avenue New York, New York Congress of the United States Bottle D.C STATES 80 house of Representatives C. OFFICIAL BUSINESS President-Elect Richard M. Nixon Pierre Hotel 61st and Fifth Avenue New York, New York OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON. D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Bob Wilson United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Bob: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb 12/2 7pm - Cong Bob Wilson 586-7000 Room 649 December 9, 1968 Honorable Bob Wilson United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Bob: This will confirm our previous telephone notification of a meeting of President-Elect Nixon with the Republican Legislative Leaders on Monday, December 16, at 11:00 a.m. The meeting will be held in the conference room, 7th floor, Federal Building (corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W. -- entrance, 17th Street). You will be met at the elevator on the 7th floor and shown to the conference room to avoid delays. Your suggestions regarding agenda items for this first Leadership Meeting will be welcomed. With warm regard, Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kmb November 29, 1968 Honorable Bob Wilson United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Bob: The Interior Department post turns out to be a complicated one not only because of the customary competition that exists for this place, but also because of an active competition among your House colleagues for this position. I have not yet reached a decision about it, but I do appreciate your helpful judgment on Rog Morton whose talents I value as highly as you do. I appreciate your compliments on the election results for which you, yourself, also are due great credit. Unquestionably, you are disappointed by our failure to win more House seats. Well, so am I --- but I am certain that you did all that could be done. Later on, we must have a full discussion of this to see how we can all work together to insure that we achieve the maximum pos- sible results in 1970. With cordial regard, Sincerely, Richard M. Nixon RMN:hh FLANIGAN OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Charles H. Wilson United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Wilson: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT RICHARD M. NIXON WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Larry Winn Jr. United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Larry: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. 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December 24, 1968 Honorable John Wold United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Wold: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT Richard M. Nixon WASHINGTON, D.C. December 24, 1968 Honorable Lester L. Wolff United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. 20515 Dear Mr. Wolff: I have now set up shop in the Transition headquarters, Federal Building #7, corner of 17th and H Streets, N. W., Washington, D.C. While it will be necessary for me to divide my time between the Capital and New York until January 20, my associates -- Ken BeLieu and Bill Timmons, both "Deputy Assistants for Congressional Rela- tions" -- will operate from the temporary Washington office. Ken will be concentrating on Senate matters, and Bill on House matters. Please call on them if they can be helpful in any way during this governmental hiatus. The D. C. office switchboard is 395-2000 and the New York number is (212) 421-3100. Hope to see you soon. Sincerely, Bryce N. Harlow Assistant to the President-Elect BNH:kb