A.L. Cuesta, President A.L. Cuesta, Jr., Treasurer Established in 1884 Cuesta, Rey & Co. Manufacturers of Habana Cigars Tampa, Florida March 27th, 1936. Honorable Dave Sholtz, Tallahassee, Fla. Dear Governor Dave:- I recently had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Ernest F. Coe, Executive Chairman of the Everglades National Park Commission, and enjoyed a very happy hour with him, discussing the progress of this fine work. There is no doubt but that in the near future the Everglades National Park will become another strong attraction drawing thousands of visitors to our State, and as the development progresses the Park should be the outstanding point of interest in the entire Southland. In my talk with Mr. Coe I could sense some apprehension on his part of a fear that the Park might be drawn into politics. I think we have all seen so many examples of the wrecking of public works on the shoal of selfish politics that we have ample forewarning of the dangers of trying to mix oil and water. I realize how interested you have been and how much wonderful work you have done on this fine project, and I do most sincerely hope that you can continue to guide the splendid work clear of political influences, or at least free of entanglements that would come if any part of the Park work becomes a political issue or a political affiliation. With very kindest regards, and trusting to have the pleasure of seeing you personally in the near future, I remain Very sincerely, Anch. [signature] ALC, Jr/R