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Letter dated February 8, 1982 from Wilma J. Bauer expressing support for keeping Laker Airways afloat

A supportive letter from February 8, 1982, sent from Pompton Lakes, NJ to Sir Freddie Laker during Laker Airways' financial crisis. The correspondent expresses dismay at recent negative headlines and suggests selling stock to help keep the airline operating, demonstrating public support during the company's final months.

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