Philip W. Smith, Jr. Box 176 Far Hills, N.J. 07931 13 Dec 79 Dear Louisa, Mike and I were classmates at Groton and I did not realize that he was a hostage until I saw you being interviewed on a news program on TV. I am afraid I have become a bit provincial spending (by choice) so much of the year in Maine. I was so impressed with your poise and composure, especially under the circumstances. You came across so well and expressed your feelings and reactions so simply, clearly and superbly. One Fall I asked a friend of mine down on Matinicus Island (Maine) what he thought of a certain island neighbor and he said, "He's just like a summer person - he's playing at something he ain't." Ayatullah Khomeini, in my opinion, is very much like this island neighbor. I know things will work out just right for Mike and you, they always tend to. I am thinking of you both. Sincerely, Philip Smith