THE WHITE HOUSE 

WASHINGTON

July 24, 1972

Dear Mrs. Duhamel:

The June floods brought unpa.ralleled disaster to the Rapid City area, and 1oss of life might have been even greater had not KOTA Radio and Television devoted an extraordinary amount of air time to providing vital emergency messages and information to residents. 

You and the staffs of your station have set an outstanding example for the entire broadcasting industry by your unselfish response to the public's needs, and I am pleased to have this opportunity to commend your efforts and to express my deep appreciation for your splendid service to the community. 

With best wishes,

Sincerely, 

Mrs. Helen S. Duhamel 

President 

KOTA Radio and Television 

Post Office Box 1752 

Rapid City, South Dakota 57701