Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Name File
JFKWHCNF-2360-012
This file consists of letters to President John F. Kennedy containing expressions of and responses to public opinion. Topics include communism, civil service employment, and requests for assistance. Of note is a carbon copy of President Kennedy's response to a letter from 8-year-old Michelle Rochon, of Marine City, Michigan, regarding her concerns that Santa Claus would be killed as a result of nuclear bomb testing conducted by the Soviet Union at the North Pole. In his letter, the President reassures the young girl of Santa's safety.