Ralph E. Howe (September 12, 1972)

Authors

C. Richard Arena, Whittier College

Publication Date

9-12-1972

Document Type

Article

Abstract

Ralph Howe was a friend of Harold Nixon and recalled his time growing up with him and the Nixon family. He was a childhood friend of Harold Nixon and remembered Harold's departure to Arizona due to his illness. Mr. Howe recalled being a pallbearer for Harold’s funeral. About Harold’s character, he stated that Harold was a leader, and everybody liked him. He recalled, as kids, Harold would try to get Richard to play but Richard preferred to read a book. Mr. Howe went to Nixon for some advice and help on a bounced check after Dick had just become a lawyer from Duke.

Recommended Citation

Arena, C. (1972). Ralph E. Howe (September 12, 1972). Retrieved from https://poetcommons.whittier.edu/nixon/33