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Diary Entry - 12/28/1987

Key Facts

  • President Reagan places a call to the 19 year old widow of the U.S. Sailor that died the previous day in Spain.

  • President Reagan stays at the hotel while the First Lady tours their future home.

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A haircut & then allergy tests by Dr. Bookman. Press account of Sailors death (Ronald Strang) reveals he has a 19 yr. old pregnant wife—now widow. I’m trying to get her number so I can call. And call is made to Widow & his Parents—not a joyful task. Nancy is out seeing our future home. Tonite Doria & Ron for dinner. A nice visit & early to bed.

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