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FISHER BODY DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS l I TL H NT il CORPORAT I ON PLHNT A T L AN T A, GEO RG I A OFFICE OF THE: PLANT MANAGER September 13, 1966 Hon. Ivan Allen, Jr. Mayor of the City of Atlanta Atlanta, Georgia Dear Mayor Allen: It was with much regret that I heard of the City of Atlanta's recent decision to fire approximately 550 trained and experienced firemen. I am deeply concerned about the welfare and safety of this city as it is quite obvious that we do not have adequate fire protection with only a small number of trained men on the job, assisted by new hires with no training or experience, and policemen who are certainly needed in other areas. I do not believe you will be able to replace these men with quali fied personnel for a long time with the hours and wage s now offered them . As a further indication that our city is not adequately protected, the insurance underwriters have stated that under pre s ent circums tances, they probably will not issue new policies and if the serious shortage of traine d firefighters continues to exist, insurance rates may be increased. I feel that such an increase would be an unnecessary expense to prope rty owne rs . I would like to request that you and other r esponsible city officials r e cons ider your decision and urge the s e m en to return to thei r jobs. Ve r y t r uly yours , Mrs. Chris tine D. Hogan Secretary to Plant Manager cc: &>ard of Firemasters �