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August 14, 1987

Mr. Ralph Baker:

The story on your chute invention in People Magazine was called to my attention and I just wanted to congratulate you on the fine article and, on behalf of ATA, to commend you on your noble work aimed at saving lives.

The diversity of the fine individuals in the trucking industry is indeed remarkable. Your work outside of the trucking industry confirms that in a very dramatic way.

Sincerely,

Thomas J. Donahue
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Trucking Associations, Inc.