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Collection Name BAKER, JAMES: FILES Withdrawer KDB 5/18/2009 File Folder [DISKETTE KC II : PRINTOUTS (CORRESPONDENCE FOIA AND MEMOS 1981-1984)] (4) F97-0066/15 Box Number 11 COHEN, D 19 Doc Doc Type Document Description No of Doc Date Restrictions No Pages

1 LETTER FROM KATHERINE CAMALIER 1 7/2/1984 B6 (PARTIAL)

2 LETTER FROM J. BAKER (PARTIAL) 1 1/30/1984 B6 B7(C)

3 MEMO K. CAMALIER TO T.A.D. THARP RE 1 3/19/1984 B6 ASSESSMENT OF APPLICANT'S RESUME

Freedom of Information Act· (5 U.S.C. 552(b)]

B-1 National security classified Information [(b)(1) of the FOIA] B-2 Release would disclose Internal personnel rules and practices of an agency [(b)(2) of the FOIA) B-3 Release would violate a Federal statute [(b)(3) of the FOIA) B-4 Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial information [(b)(4) of the FOIA) B-6 Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted Invasion of personal privacy [(b)(6) of the FOIA) B-7 Release would disclose Information compiled for law enforcement purposes [(b)(7) of the FOIA) B-8 Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of financial Institutions [(b)(S) of the FOIA) B-9 Release would disclose geological or geophysical information concerning wells [(b)(9) of the FOIA]

C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained In donor's deed of gift. July 17, 1984

Dear Mr. Chairman:

This letter is a follow-up to the President's letter to Senator Baker and Speaker O'Neill of March 29, indicating his concern that House and Senate conferees considering legislation to amend the Export Administration Act (EAA) , achieve a balance between national security and exporting interests.

In recent weeks, the conferees have sought to negotiate a compromise which, among other matters, delineates the roles of the Departments of Commerce, Defense and Treasury in the implementation of the EAA. The specific issue of DOD licensing review and export control enforcement was considered personally by the President, as recently as March 1984, at which time he issued an interagency directive. The President administratively defined responsibilities and authorities while indicating his opposition to the inclusion of any statutory change in authorities in the pending EAA legisla­ tion. In reaching deci~ions on these issues, the President indicated that he views with great concern efforts to curtail Presidential authority and discretion in the management and administration of export controls.

Another concern in the proposed compromise is the provisions on national security import controls. Under this proposal, the U.S could control imports of goods from violators of COCOM regulations if a majority of COCOM concurred. This provision could serve to undercut the consensual nature of COCOM, as well as raise troubling extraterritorial problems. The President continues to oppose authority for import controls against violators of COCOM regulations. - 2 -

The President stands by these decisions. We respectfully request that the Congress give due consideration to the Administration's views on this matter.

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

The Honorable Don Bonker Chairman Subcommittee on International Economic Policy & Trade Committee on Foreign Affairs U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 FOR MR. JAMES A. BAKER

Dear Jim:

Thank you for the statement. As you asked me last Friday to advise you of any changes I felt necessary, I made bold to do so. Specifically, I request consideration of the following modifications in the section headed "Policy Objectives."

Number one, amend the beginning of the last sentence of the fourth paragraph to read as follows (added language underscored) :

"The U.S. will also call for concrete assurances

that the UNFBA is not engaged in, or does not

provide funding for, abortion or coercive family

planning programs ... "

Number two, amend the fifth paragraph to read as follows

(new language underscored) :

"In addition, when efforts to lower population

growth are deemed advisable, U.S. policy considers

it imperative that such efforts respect the religious

beliefs and culture of each society, and the right

of couples to determine the size of their own

families. Accordingly, the U.S. will not provide

family planning funds to any nation which engages in

coercion to achieve population growth objectives." 2

If these changes are acceptable and assuming an appropri­ ate delegation and staffing, I will be pleased to head the ' delegation to Mexico City. Again, I must emphasize that time is very short.

With best wishes,

Sincerely,

James L. Buckley

Dictated Over Phone

by Mr. Buckley's (President of

Radio Free Europe & Radio Liberty)

secretary in Munich

011-4989 2102 300

(Ms. Maria Rerrich)

(Her Horne No. is 011-4989 9832 44 June 29, 1984

Dear Mr. Moroney:

Mr. Baker thanks you for your kind invitation to the A.H. Belo Corporation's reception and dinner on August 22.

As he will be travelling to Dallas with the President, Mr. Baker is not yet sure what the demands on his schedule will be. He has asked me to let you know that he and Mrs. Baker will try to stop by, but that they cannot comnit at this early date. Our office will be back in touch with you in early August with a finn response.

Mr. Baker thanks you once again for your kind invitation. Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. James M. Moroney, Jr. President and Chief Executive Officer A.H. Belo Corporation Cormrunications Center Dallas, TX. 75265 March 9, 1984

Dear Jim:

Thank you for your letter of February 3 and please forgive my delay in responding. I read your letter sometime ago and have been carrying it around in my papers.

I appreciate your very thoughtful discussion of the issue of "comparable worth." I have shared your views with a number of my associates here at the White House. I hope to have an opportunity to follow-up on some of your recommendations.

Thank you for taking the time to put together your thoughts on this key issue. It was good to hear from you.

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

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James s. Munn, Esq. Pacific Building 11th floor Seattle, WA. 98104 April 17, 1984

Dear Mr. Ruiz:

Thank you for sending Mr. Baker the tape entitled, "Beyond a Star." You were kind to think of him and I am sure that he will enjoy listening to this.

Thank you once again for your thoughtfulness. Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. James Ruiz 2506 W. Surrmerdale Chicago, IL. 60625 July 19, 1984

Dear Jane:

Enclosed are six tickets for the Higgins' White House tour on Thursday, August 16, at 8:15 a.m. They should go to the East Gate on East Executive Avenue by 8:10 a.m. Since the surrrner season is so busy, they may want to arrive around 7:45 or 8:00 a.m. to avoid lines. I hope that the Higgins family enjoys their visit to Washington, D. C.

Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Ms. Jane Britt Britt-McDonough Associates, Inc. 164 7 Wisconsin Ave. , N. W. Washington, D.C. 20007 August 6, 1984

Dear Jane:

Enclosed are the three White House tour tickets that you requested. Your guests should go to the East Gate on East Executive 'Avenue anytime after 7:45 a.m. and before 8:10 a.m. with their tickets. I hope that they enjoy their visit.

Good luck with all of your work at the convention. I'll be at the Hyatt if you all have time to look me up.

Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Ms. Jane Britt Britt-McDonough Associates, Inc. 1647 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 20007 March 22, 1984

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Dear Jean:

It was just a short while ago that I received the sad news of Martin's passing. I have been meaning to write you for sarEtime now and time seems to have slipped by.

Susan and I have had you in our thoughts and prayers these past few weeks. Please know that we are here if there is anything that we can do to help ease the pain.

Susan Joins me in sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Mrs. Jean Erck 11415 N. Chestwood Drive Houston, TX. 77024 June 28, 1984

MEMORANDUM TO: JEANE KIRKPATRICK'S SCHEDULER

FROM: KATHERINE CAMALIER Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

SUBJECT: Texas Southmost College Invitation

Jim Baker has asked that I forward the attached letter from Albert A. Besteiro, president of Texas Southmost College, to your attention.

Would you please review this invitation and respond directly to Mr. Besteiro on Mr. Baker's behalf? We are not asking for any special attention other than your routine consideration and prompt response to this.

Thank you. WITHDRAWAL SHEET Ronald Reagan Library

Collection Name Withdrawer BAKER, JAMES: FILES KDB 5/18/2009

File Folder FOIA [DISKETTE KC II : PRINTOUTS (CORRESPONDENCE AND F97 -0066/15 MEMOS 1984)] (4) COHEN,D Box Number

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1 LETTER 1 7/2/1984 B6 FROM KATHERINE CAMALIER (PARTIAL)

Freedom of Information Act - [5 U.S.C. 552{b)]

B-1 National security classified information [{b){1) of the FOIA] B-2 Release would disclose internal personnel rules and practices of an agency [{b){2) of the FOIA] B-3 Release would violate a Federal statute [{b){3) of the FOIA] B-4 Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial information [{b){4) of the FOIA] B-6 Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy [{b){6) of the FOIA] B-7 Release would disclose information compiled for law enforcement purposes [{b){7) of the FOIA] B-8 Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of financial institutions [{b){8) of the FOIA] B-9 Release would disclose geological or geophysical information concerning wells [{b){9) of the FOIA]

E.O. 13233

C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed of gift. July 2, 1984

Dear Ms.11111111: Thank you , for your letter of June 14.

Mr. Baker was sorry to read of your recent financial troubles and appreciates your determination to rise above this and continue your work with the handicapped and illiterate. While he would like to be of more assistance, it would be inappropriate in his current position as White House Chief of Staff to make any sort of personal loans.

You might contact the following departments or agencies to see if they could assist you in your worthwhile efforts:

Department of Health & Human .SE;r::vices 200 Independence Ave., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., s.w. Washington, D.C. 20202

Small Business Administration 1441 L Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20416

Mr. Baker appreciates your understanding and sends his best wishes for your future success. Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

... '"fOlA(.b) tb') February 8, 1984

Dear Ms. Fox:

Thank you for your recent letter.

Mr. Baker appreciates your advising him of your interest in working for Reagan-Bush '84. As he is not actively involved in the hiring for President Reagan's reelection campaign, he has asked me to forward your resume to Ed Rollins who is the Campaign Director at Reagan-Bush '84. Please be assured that a follow-up response from his office will be forthcoming. Should you need additional information in the meantime, you may contact the campaign headquarters at: Reagan-Bush '84, 440 First Street, N.W, Washington, D.C. 20001, phone: 383-1984.

Mr. Baker sends his best wishes for success in your future endeavors.

Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Ms. Jesse Fox 6216 Garnett Drive Chevy Chase, MD. 20815 May 10, 1984

Dear Jesse:

Thank you for your letter to the President concerning your meeting with Ambassador Dobrynin about participation by the U.S.S.R. in the Summer Olympic Games and for our telephone conversation regarding this matter. We are pleased that a bipartisan cross section of Congresspersons, athletes and distinguished citizens will appeal to the Soviet represen­ tatives on the International Olympic Committee to reconsider their decision. We all wish you well in this endeavor, and hope that you are successful because the Soviet withdrawal from the games is a great disappointment to our athletes and many others throughout the world.

As you know, the matter of participation in the Olympic Games has not been a government to government matter but, rather, a matter conducted by the International Olympic Committee, and its private sector representatives. Your bipartisan group would be private sector in nature and this is as it should be.

I can assure you, however, that this matter has received considerable attention from the U.S. Government in the past, and that we have given the Soviets extensive assurances regarding the safety of their athletes and the conditions under which they would participate. In this connection, you should know that the President has personally and publicly assured the International Olympic Committee that the United States has lived and will live up to the Olympic Charter. The assurances have been repeated publicly and privately to the Soviets. Further, the United States Government has taken the following actions:

Authorized at least 25 Aerof lot charter flights for the Olympics.

-- Assured the Soviets by diplomatic note and privately that, as agreed by the IOC, all Olympic participants could enter the U.S. on the basis of their Olympic identity cards without visas.

-- Authorized a month-long port call for a Soviet cruise ship to serve as their Olympics headquarters. Assured Soviets privately that after initial customs and safety inspection, subsequent searches of ship would be only for cause (e.g., bomb threats) and not for purpose of harassment. - 2 -

-- Authorized entry of Aerof lot and shipping personnel in advance of games to do preparatory work.

-- Indicated our willingness to receive an Olympic attache with full diplomatic status (but not the individual originally proposed) .

-- Informed them we would be ready to rent vehicles (normally prohibited) to Soviet officials during the Olympics.

-- Told the Soviets publicly and privately that emigre groups opposing Soviet participation, organizing demonstrations or inciting defections have no USG sanction whatsoever.

-- Opened all areas containing Olympic sites, hotels, airports, etc. to Soviet travel from June 1 - August 15.

-- Undertook full responsibility for security of the Soviet ship, at a preliminarily estimated cost in excess of $500,000

-- Told the Soviets privately that every possible security precaution was being undertaken.

In addition, security preparations to protect Olympic partici­ pants have been underway for a long time and have been extra­ ordinary in their scope. Over 17,000 people will have Olympic security-related duties in Los Angeles. The United States Government has committed $50 million to provide federal support for the Olympic security effort~

We have also taken some specific steps to meet Soviet concerns. As mentioned, the United States Government assumed full responsibility for security for the Soviet ship and had planned to spend in excess of $500,000 for this purpose. No demonstrations would have been permitted in the vicinity of the pier where the Soviet ship would have berthed.

The Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee (LAOOC) has also been very responsive to Soviet concerns about security issues. During the visit of the Soviet sports committee delegation to Los Angeles in December 1983 , the delegation did not express any dissatisfaction with the security arrangements. LAOOC informed the Soviets that there would be no demonstrations in facilities under LAOOC control, including all sites and the Olympic Village. - 3 -

Under the circumstances, I think you will agree with me that we have been most forthcoming in trying to meet the concerns of the Soviets.

You have all of our best wishes for success. If those involved in this bipartisan effort are successful in securing Soviet participation in the Games, our country will owe them a debt of gratitude. If there is anything further that we can do to assist in this, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Suite 316 2100 M Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037 March 22, 1984

Dear Mr. Baker:

Enclosed is a bill that I believe should have been directed to your office at the Republican National Committee.

Mr. Baker has asked that you please take special care in this election year to ensure that there is no mix-up regarding where these political bills are sent. The White House Counsel has sent out several directives regarding official vs. political expenditures and the absolute need for the White House to comply with all FEC laws.

Thank you for taking care of this at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. James Baker Republican National Committee 310 First Street, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20003 June 25, 1984

Dear Jim:

Thank you for your letter of June 8 regarding the Customs Service enforcement activities as they relate to textile imports.

I understand that you met with Corrmissioner Von Raab recently and hope that your meeting was useful.

I appreciate your providing me with your correspon­ dence to Comnissioner Von Raab and for your willing­ ness to keep me advised as to future activities in this area. Hurriedly, but with best regards. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

The Honorable James T. Broyhill U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 April 16, 1984

Dear Jim:

Please excuse my delay in responding. This has been a busy :rronth - both here and at hane. In case you did not hear, I have just become a grandfather! Susan and I have a beautiful granddaughter named Rosemary.

I trust, by now, that you have received a letter fran the President. I hope that your thoughts and concerns were appropriately addressed. I appreciate your bringing your views to my attention and I have ensured that they were shared with the appropriate staff m=mbers here. It was gcx:xi to hear fran you. Susan joins me in s~nding our very best wishes.

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

James C. Dobson, Ph.D. Director, Focus on the Family Suite 102 Arcadia Professional Center 41 East Foothill Boulevard Arcadia, CA. 91006 July 19, 1984

Dear Jim:

Thank you for your letter of July 10.

I appreciate your taking the time to send me copies of the photographs that you took at the President's Congressional Fish Fry. I have passed along the ones that you took of President Reagan and the Vice President. The pictures of Susan and me have already been added to my scrapbook as mementos of a special · evening.

Thank you once again for thinking of me. It was good to hear frcm you. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Mr. James A. Hawkins Manager, Field Operations Government Markets Services Eastman Kodak Company 1555 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA. 22209 April 10, 1984

Dear Jim:

Thank you for sending me the chocolate covered walnuts. They were enjoyed by all -- lx>th at home and here at the office. You were kind to think of me. Thank you once again for the delicious treat. Hurriedly, but with best regards. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Mr. James H. Lake 1200 New Hampshire Ave., N.W. Suite 420 Washington, D.C. 20036 May 29, 1984

Dear Jim:

Thanks once again for the delicious treats! My family and my office staff have enjoyed your "Fruit Bits" and the chocolate covered walnuts and raisins. I appreciate your thinking of me. Thanks again!

Hurriedly, but with best regards. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Mr. James H. Lake 1200 New Hampshire Ave., N.W. Suite 420 Washington, D.C. 20036 WITHDRAWAL SHEET Ronald Reagan Library

Collection Name Withdrawer BAKER, JAMES: FILES KDB 5/18/2009

File Folder FOIA [DISKETTE KC II : PRINTOUTS (CORRESPONDENCE AND F97-0066/15 MEMOS 1984)] (4) COHEN, D Box Number 11 19

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2 LETTER 1 1/30/1984 B6 B7(C) FROM J. BAKER (PARTIAL)

Freedom of Information Act - [5 U.S.C. 552(b)]

B-1 National security classified information [(b)(1) of the FOIA] B-2 Release would disclose internal personnel rules and practices of an agency [(b)(2) of the FOIA] B-3 Release would violate a Federal statute [(b)(3) of the FOIA] B-4 Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial information [(b)(4) of the FOIA] B-6 Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy [(b)(6) of the FOIA] B-7 Release would disclose information compiled for law enforcement purposes [(b)(7) of the FOIA] B-8 Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of financial institutions [(b)(8) of the FOIA] B-9 Release would disclose geological or geophysical information concerning wells [(b)(9) of the FOIA]

E.O. 13233 C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed of gift. January 30, 1984

Dear Office~ Thank you for your participation in my staff's January 20 afternoon with the students frcm Congress Heights Elementary School. I know that the students, and my staff, greatly enjoyed your canine presen­ tation. We appreciate your taking time away frcm your own busy schedule and enjoyed meeting Turkey. Thank you once again for your kindness and your support. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Officer~ United ~ Service, Unifonn Division 1310 L Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20223 March 12, 1984

MEMORANDUM TO: JIM ROSEBUSH

FROM: JAMES A. BAKER, III

SUBJECT: Congressional Wives for Soviet Jewry Event

Both Jack and Joanne Kemp have contacted me regarding the April 2 - 5 conference that the Congressional Wives for Soviet Jewry are hosting for parliamentary spouses from approximately six different countries.

I have run the attached correspondence by Bud McFarlane and his NSC office. Bud has advised that it is not necessary for the President to drop-by, but that it would be "entirely appropriate and usefql" for Mrs. Reagan to consider this request.

Would you please review this invitation and ask Mrs. Reagan to "take a look at it"? I would appreciate ~our letting me know what the final determination is.

Thank you.

Attachment June 25, 1984

Dear Jim:

Thank you for your recent letter and please forgive my delay in responding. I enjoyed hearing your news from Texas and hope that your speech in Dallas went well.

Your question about the White House Fellows Program is easily answered. There has been no change in policy here toward this program. There has been an effort to remind Assistants to the President to stay within their personnel ceilings. This includes not only their permanent, full-time staff positions, but also any detailees. White House Fellows billeted in another department would fall into this detailee category.

This emphasis on maintaining personnel ceilings certainly has not focused on the White House Fellows Program, but neither does it exempt them from the strict ceilings. I hope you will explain this to your fellow commissioners.

With best wishes,

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Vice Admiral James Stockdale Hoover Institution Stanford, CA. 94305 July 2, 1984

Dear Ms. Claybrook: Thank you for sending Mr. Baker a copy of Public Citizen's book entitled Retreat from Safety. Mr. Baker appreciates your thinking of him and will look forward to reading your publication as soon as his schedule settles down a bit. Mr . Baker thanks you for taking the time to write. Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Ms. Joan Claybrook President Public Citizen 2000 P Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036 April 10, 1984

Dear Ms. Caplan:

Thank you for sending a copy of Warday to Mr. Baker's attention. He is looking forward to reading this as soon as his schedule settles down a bit. Your press kit provides much useful infonnation and our office has read much about this publication in the various periodicals that cane through here.

Thank you once again for sending this book to Mr. Baker's attention. Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to Janes A. Baker, III

Ms. Joanna Caplan Fenton Cannunications, Inc. 250 West 57th Street Suite 1132 New York, N.Y. 10107 WITHDRAWAL SHEET Ronald Reagan Library

Collection Name Withdrawer BAKER, JAMES: FILES KDB 5/18/2009

File Folder FOIA [DISKETTE KC II : PRINTOUTS (CORRESPONDENCE AND F97-0066/15 MEMOS 1984)] (4) COHEN,D Box Number

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DOC Document Type No of Doc Date Restric- NO Document Description pages tions

3 MEMO 1 3/19/1984 B6 K. CAMALIER TO T.A.D. THARP RE ASSESSMENT OF APPLICANT'S RESUME

Freedom of Information Act - [5 U.S.C. 552(b)]

B-1 National security classified information [(b)(1) of the FOIA] B-2 Release would disclose internal personnel rules and practices of an agency [(b)(2) of the FOIA] B-3 Release would violate a Federal statute {(b)(3) of the FOIA] B-4 Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial information [(b)(4) of the FOIA] B-6 Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy [(b)(6) of the FOIA] B-7 Release would disclose information compiled for law enforcement purposes [(b)(7) of the FOIA] B-8 Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of financial institutions [(b)(8) of the FOIA] B-9 Release would disclose geological or geophysical information concerning wells [(b)(9) of the FOIA]

E.O. 13233

C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed of gift. March 28, 1984

Dear Mr. Bocodo:

Thank you for your recent letter.

Mr. Baker appreciates your interest in detennining whether or not he is related to Colonel Addison Baker. Jim Baker has not heard of this particular individual, though he said that it is possible that Colonel Baker is a "distant relative. " None of Mr. Baker's imnediate family, however, have served in Lybia.

Mr. Baker appreciates your interest and sends his best wishes. Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. John Bocodo P. O. Box 15594 Del City, OK. 73155 May 9, 1984

Dear John:

I just learned that you have been ill and wanted to send off a quick note to let you know that I am thinking of you. I hope that your recovery will be a speedy one.

As you may have heard, I have not been in the good graces of your fine Commonwealth of late. Unfortunately my comment about a "Communist country" was taken out of context. I thought that you might enjoy seeing the attached copy of my letter to Mike Dukakis .

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I enjoyed our last visit in Las Vegas and look forward to our paths crossing again in the near future.

With best wishes,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

The Honorable John F. Collins 100 Memorial Drive Cambridge, MA. 02142 February 6, 1984

Dear Mr. Davidson:

Thank you for your recent letter.

Mr. Baker appreciates your bringing your views regarding the econany to his attention. He has asked me to forward a copy of your letter to John Chapoton, Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy at the Treasury Department. Please be assured that his office will review your thoughts and recarmendations regarding the deficit and our tax structure.

Thank you once again for taking the time to bring your views to Mr. Baker's attention.

Sincerely,

Katherine Carnalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. John C. Davidson Route 2, Box llA Society Hill Road Leonardtown, MD. 20850 April 10, 1984

Dear John:

Thank you for your recent letter and please excuse my delay in responding. Needless to say, this has been a busy month.

I appreciate your sending Linda Allison's letter to my attention. I have shared her letter with the appropriate members of the White House staff and appreciate having the benefit of your own views on this important issue.

It was good to hear from you. Hurriedly, but with best regards.

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Mr. John S. Erthein John s. Erthein & Associates, Inc. 1800 M Street, N.W. Suite 600N Washington, D.C. 20036 May 15, 1984

Dear Mr. Falsetto:

Thank you for your recent letter.

Mr. Baker appreciates your advising him of your interest in attending the U.S. Air Force Academy's graduation ceremonies on May 30. Since the White House is only participating in, and not organizing, this event, we do not have an allocation of tickets available for public distribution. I have forwarded your letter to the President's Advance Office with a request that contact you directly should they find that any sort of special arrangements are possible.

Mr. Baker sends his best wishes.

Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. John A. Falsetto 201 White Avenue Trinidad, CO. 81082 June 18, 1984

Dear John:

Thank you for your letter of June 1.

I appreciate your keeping me infonned of the activities of The Business Roundtable. I read the findings of your Ad Hoc Task Force on U.S. indus­ trial competitiveness and our econcmic policy with interest. It was good to hear from you. Hurriedly, but with best regards. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Mr. John R. Opel Co-chainnan of The Business Roundtable IBM Old Orchard Road Arm:mk, N.Y. 10504 June 27, 1984

Dear Mr. Reilly:

Thank you for your recent letter.

Mr. Baker appreciates your interest in determining which stations carry the President's weekly Saturday radio broadcast. In New York City, WHN radio at your 1050 AM dial carries this broadcast at 12:06 EDT. WMLB in Hartford, CT., at your 1550 AM dial, airs the President's speech at this same time. If you cannot get these stations, any Mutual Broad­ casting station carries President Reagan's Saturday radio broadcast.

Mr. Baker thanks you for taking the time to write.

Sincerely,

Katherine Carnalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. John C. Reilly 131 Westminster Street Harnden, CT. 06518 February 8, 1984

MEMORANDUM TO: ED ROLLINS

FROM: JAMES A. BAKER, III

SUBJECT: John D. Sullivan

John Sullivan has contacted my office regarding his interest in working for Reagan-Bush '84.

I know John from our association during President Ford's 1976 campaign. I have attached a copy of John's resume and would appreciate it if you, or the appropriate member of your staff, would review his credentials.

I am referring this for whatever action you deem appropriate, however I would appreciate it if someone would at least follow-up with a telephone call to John Sullivan.

Thank you. April 18, 1984

Dear John:

Frank B. Davis, whom I was associated with at Andrews & Kurth, has brought the resume of Judge David Hittner to my attention.

Frank Davis highly recommends Judge Hittner as an individual who has been an excellent judge. He points out the extreme competency of Judge Hittner and has observed, first hand, Judge Hittner's industriousness through his involvement in the Continuing Legal Education programs in the Houston Bar Asso­ ciation.

I would like to bring Judge David Hittner's resume to your attention and ask, on behalf of Frank Davis, that you give serious consideration to his credentials in your review of candidates for the Fifth Circuit in Texas.

Thank you, in advance, for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

The Honorable John Tower U.S. Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 March 28, 1984

Dear Mr. Lane:

Thank you for your recent letter and please forgive our delay in responding.

The bi-partisan Spirit of America event in Atlanta, GA., which you questioned was sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, the National Bank of Georgia, the Marietta Daily Journal & Neighbor Newspapers, and the Amway Corporation. As you can see, the Amway Corporation was only one of several sponsors. The President does not condone criminal actions of any kind and his acceptance of this invitation was based on the bi-partisan spirit which this particular event generated.

Mr. Baker thanks you once again for bringing your concerns to his attention.

Sincerely,

Katherine Camalier Staff Assistant to James A. Baker, III

Mr. Jordan I. Lane 172-14 84th Avenue Jamaica, N.Y. 11432 August 6, 1984

Dear Jude:

Thank you for your letter of July 18 and please forgive my delay in responding. I am, in fact, dictating this letter from Houston as I had a busy week before I left town and did not have a chance to get through all of my correspondence.

I appreciate your letting me know of your strong feelings regarding the Fed and your concern about the commodity deflation that you see unfolding. I will bring your letter to the President's attention when I am in California next week. With regard to a meeting with the President, I am sure that you are aware of his busy schedule between now and Labor Day. I would appreciate it if we could let this request ride for a while -- and if you would get back to me after Labor Day if you still feel strongly about this.

Thank you once again for taking the time to write. I am sure that we will keep in touch in the upcoming months.

Hurriedly, but with best regards .

Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

Mr. Jude Wanniski President Polyconomics, Inc. 66 Macculloch Avenue Morristown, N.J. 07960 May 15, 1984

Dear June:

Thank you for your letter of May 7. I appreciate your sending me the enclosed videotape of your May 2nd meeting. I am returning this so that you will have the opportunity to pass it along to others who might be interested in seeing this presentation. It was good to hear from you and I was glad to hear that your meeting was a success. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

The Honorable June G. Walker Executive Director The President's Comnission on Executive Exchange 744 Jackson Place, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20503 June 25, 1984

Dear June:

Thank you for sending ne the photograph which I will certainly take home to Mary Bonner. I appreciate your taking the t.irre to send this over. It was good to hear fran you. Hurriedly, but with best regards. Sincerely,

James A. Baker, III Chief of Staff and Assistant to the President

The Honorable June G. Walker Executive Director President's Conmission on Executive Exchange 744 Jackson Place, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20503 As of 6/20/84

JAB SUMMER SCHEDULE

JUNE 21 - 7:00 p.m. CONGRESSIONAL FISH FRY (raindate 6/22)

JUNE 22 - 2 p.m. DEPART FOR LONG ISLAND Weekend with George Gould Delta/Ransome #1869 2-3:15 p.m.

JUNE 24 RETURN FROM LONG ISLAND U.S. Air #61,6:50-7:48 p.m./Natl. JUNE 26 - 6-8 p .m. PHIL GRAMM RECEPTION (t) JUNE 26 - 5:30-7:30 p .m. MICHELLE LAXALT OPEN HOUSE JUNE 28 - 6-8 p .m. ANDY IRELAND RECEPTION JUNE 28 - 6:30-8:30 p .m. AMBASSADOR HERMES RECEPTION JUNE 30 - 8 p .m. DINNER AT MAISON BLANCHE Preston Moore and family

JULY 4 - RR TRAVEL TO DAYTONA BEACH & JULY 6 SAN ANTONIO

JULY 6 THE RIVER U.S. Air #272,6:25-7:28 p.m./Natl.

JULY 9 RETURN FROM THE RIVER U.S. Air #463,4:50-5:52 p.m./Natl.

JULY 26 JAB TO THE GROVE TWA #863, 5:15-7:40 p.m./Dulles

JULY 29 DEPART SAN FRAN. FOR HOUSTON United #358,9:40a.m.-3:15p.m. Wait-listed Pan Arn #12,12:30p.m.-6:10 p.m.

JULY 29 - TEXAS WITH THE FAMILY AUGUST 8

AUGUST 8-12 JAB - RR CALIFORNIA (t) *BH to schedule flights

AUGUST 15 RETURN TO D.C NATIONAL AIRPORT Delta #504, 8:15 a.m.-12:41 p.m.

AUGUST 19 BRINKLEY SHOW (t)

AUGUST 22-24 REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION JAMES A. BAKER, III GIFTS (valued over $100.)

1984:

ID #8440082 SANCHEZ, Rodolfo Framed watercolor ...••...... •. $ 225.00 Returned to Sanchez by Andrea Descoteaux

ID #8440080 ZHAO ZIYANG, Premier Porcelain vase .•..•...... •••••• $ 185.00 GSA surplus

1983:

ID #8341760 BENGELLOUN, Ali Wine, slippers & portfolio .•••... $ 181. 00 GSA surplus for folio Wine destroyed Slippers to Mrs. Baker

ID #8300151 EISNER, Michael 7 videotapes of "WINDS OF WAR" .•. $ 900.00 GSA surplus

ID #8341087 ERSHAD, H.M. hand-embroidered wall hanging .... $ 100.00 GSA surplus

ID #8341585 FRIEDERSDORF, Max Wilson graphite tennis racket •... $ 119.95 Returned to sender

ID #8340943 GHAZALA, Mohammed Abdel Halim Abu Gold chain w/medallion ...... $ 225.00 GSA surplus

ID# 8341322 HWAN, Chun Doo Jade & gold cufflinks .•.•...... $ 375.00 . GSA surplus

ID #8341591 LEW, Byong Hion Teal blue silk fabric .....•...... $ 100.00 GSA surplus - 2 -

ID #830030 NAKASONE, Yashiro Ceramic incense burner ...... $ 75.00 JAB kept

ID #830031 NAKASONE, Yashiro Silk brocade clutch purse ....•.•. $ 65.00 JAB kept

ID #8300614 NAKASONE, Yashiro silver & cloisonne forks .....•..• $ 125.00 GSA surplus

ID #8340545 RUSH, Stockton floral horseshoe .•...•.•...... •. $ 125.00 Destroyed

1982:

ID #8202838 AL-AMER!, Al B. crystal ashtray & desk diary ..... $ 104.00 JAB took home

ID #8200602 BARBADOS RUM EXPORTERS Rum in a mahogany case ...... $ 155.00 GSA surplus

ID #8241998 BARTLETT, Charles Seiko clock ...... $ 125.00 (Federal City Club Award) JAB kept

ID #8201080 DOHA, A.R. Shamaud Fabrics ...... $ 130.00 GSA surplus

ID #8200944 HASSAN, His Majesty wool carpet ...... $ 1,500.00 Official display, OEOB 208

ID #8200938 MITTERAND, Francois leather portfolio •...... •••.•.•.. $ 200.00 GSA surplus

ID #8203035 RABINE, Steve Germond Witcover Report subscr •.• $ 150.00 JAB accepted - 3 -

ID #8201278 SEPULVEDA, Bernardo 2 leather-bound books ...... ••.. $ 585.00 GSA surplus

ID #8202847 ZIA-UL-HAQ, Mohammed Carpet ...... $ 500.00 Official display rd #8243018 ZIA-UL-HAQ, Mohammed Linen tablecloth .•..•••.•••••... $ 50.00 JAB took home *listed because 2nd gift he sent in 1982

1981:

ID #8104847 AL-AMER!, Ambassador Dom Perignon & Chivas Regal ....• $ 648.96 Used at a State Dept. function, per approval of Counsel

ID #8104551 HUSSEIN, King Silver cigarette box •...•..•.... $ 250.00 Official display

ID #8102656 LOPEZ-PORTILLO, Jose Etched glass ...... •••••.•.. • ..• $ 6,000.00 Official display

ID #8104881 LOPEZ-PORTILLO, Jose Snakeskin portfolio ..•....•.••.• $ 100.00 GSA surplus

ID #8104742 LOPEZ-PORTILLO, Jose Silver-plated plaque .•..•.•.....• $ 75.00 JAB kept *listed because 3rd gift he sent in 1981

ID #8102245 SUZUKI, Zenko Porcelain vase •...... $ 395.00 Official display

ID #8104863 YAHIA, Habib Ben Red Coral necklace .•...... •••.. $ 125.00 JAB kept