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ATLANTA FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
BILL C.WAINWRIGHT
PRESIDENT
September 13, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Dear Mayor Allen:
Certainly the citizens of Atlanta are proud that you are our
Mayor. I have personally heard hundreds express admira-
tion for your performance beyond the call of duty during the
past few days. I have heard some who frankly stated they
had never voted for you but that if they ever have another
opportunity, they will do so,
Iam partially aware of the magnitude of problems we face
today, and certainly admire the way you have gone about
meeting these problems, If there is any way I may be of
help to you, please let me know,
Yours si rely,
bei C. Wainwright
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GEORGIA INTERNATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Post OFFICE Box 6036 . ATLANTA 8, GEORGIA
September 12, 1966
G. ALBERT LAWTON
PRESIDENT
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor of the City of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Dear Ivan:
Sincere congratulations on your truly brave
handling of the recent riots.
You deserve the utmost credit. I am sure you
have the complete and unreserved backing of all
of the sensible people in Atlanta -- white and
colored and throughout a much wider area, probably
nationwide.
Sincerely,
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ATLANTA
September 9,
PERSONAL
Dear Mr. Mayor:
1966
The late Mr. Jack Spalding often made the remark
that "blood counts". He applied
this to race horses as well
as to men. Your courageous leadership and action during the
recent riot again evidences the truth of that statement.
When you met the rioters face to face and chal-
lenged their authority by saying
you set a standard that reflects
your city and which will do much
organized lawlessness that is so
of our cities. You gave the law
type of support they deserve and
your citizens renewed confidence
" T am the boss here",
great credit upon you and
to put an end to the
prevalent on the streets
enforcement officers a
needed and you gave to
in your splendid leadership.
With kind regards and good wishes.
Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.,
Mayor
City of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Cordially yours,
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SIDNEY @ JANUS. PH.D.
CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST
FIRST NATIONAL - NORTH AVENUE BUILDING
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30308
September 17, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
Leah and I wish to express to you our strong
conviction of the exemplary manner in which you
have guided Atlanta's destiny in the past few trying
days.
We thought we should go on record as two
appreciative citizens.
Sidney Q. Janus, Ph.D.
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MEAD PACKAGING attanta,ceorcia
ARTHUR L. HARRIS
VICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR
THE MEAD CORPORATION
September 14, 1966
PERSONAL
Dear Ivan:
I can well understand the portent of the telephone conversation with
your secretary to the effect that under the existing conditions you do
not feel free to be away from Atlanta the distance of an ocean and
therefore probably will not be accompanying us for our opening in
Holland. My disappointment is a minor matter by comparison to the
seriousness of the problems that you are facing and the gravity of
your responsibilities,
Nevertheless, [am maintaining your reservations, both airplane
and hotel, so that if by some good miracle everything has quieted
down, you can still go along with us at the last minute.
It would be very remiss on my part not to tell you that you have my
wholehearted sympathy in the trials that you are undergoing and the
support of everyone that I have talked to, not the least of which is
the support of the writer. If there is anything that I can do to make
life easier, please let me know. Iwill be leaving here around Sep-
tember 29 and only feel badly that there seems to be so little that’ -
the average citizen can do at a time like this to be of assistance to
you and our community.
With kindest regards,
Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr,
Mayor of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
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LOUIS MONTAG
FIRST NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
ATLANTA 3, GEORGIA
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Dear Ivan,
This is simply to express my feeling of both
admiration and appreciation in the light of your
recent actions of courage and love for our city.
I hope that you will not again have to expose your-
self to these hazards, but commend you on all that
you have done and will continue to do to make our
town a better place to live in.
I thought you might be interested in the enclosed
article appearing in the University of Pennsylvania
Gazette, July issue. It deals with the problems of
cities similar to ours and points the way towards
some broad avenues of solution. Seems like every-
one talks about the slums, but few people know
soundly what to do about them. I am not a student
of social studies, but it does seem to me that we
are treating symptoms rather than diseases.
If there is any small part in this effort in which
I may be helpful don't hesitate to call on me.
Best to Louise.
Cordially,
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The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
3700 Northside Drive, N. W.
Atlanta, Georgia
Mrs, Epwarp M, CHapman, Jr.
406 PINELAND Roan, N.W.
Atianta, Georcia 30305
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10 NORTH RHODES CENTER
ATLANTA 9, GEORGIA
CHAS. D. COLLINS
PRESIDENT
September 7, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan,
I want to take this opportunity to congratulate
you in the way you conducted yourself during the
trouble yesterday afternoon. It really took
intestinal fortitude to do what you did and
want you to know we are all pulling for you and
hope that you will not have any recurrences and
trouble as you did yesterday.
Sincerely,
OAD
HAMILTON LOKEY
CITIZENS & SOUTHERN NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
ATLANTA 3, GEORGIA
September 7, 1966
Honorable Ivan Allen
Mayor, City of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
Muriel and I want you to know how proud we are
of the way you handled a very difficult and try-
ing situation yesterday, Your personal courage,
your good judgment and your intelligent approach
to the matter reflect great credit, not only upon
our city but upon you personally. I didn't think
it was possible for you to stand higher in my es-
timation than you had prior to yesterday, but this
morning you are nine feet tall. I am proud to call
you my Mayor and my long time personal friend.
Sincerely yours,
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H¢milton Lokey
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I.T. COHEN
1320 FIRST NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
ATLANTA 3, GEORGIA
September 7, 1966
Dear Mr. Mayor,
I admire your courage and your fortitude.
You are a great man.
With all good wishes, I am
Sincerely, your friend
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
5863 Lake Forrest Brive
Atlanta, Georgia
September 6, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Sir:
I am proud, as a citizen of Atlanta, of your personal courage
and action today. It appears not only to be a "hot day" but
rather a power struggle between Black Bower or wavering black
power forces with responsible black and white citizens in between.
I applaud your courage and you have my support in what methods
possible to discourage the irresponsible elimate, and to encourage
responsible citizens to help this wavering black power element
realize that the only true progress for this city, and as a
result its citizens, can be achieved through responsible leader-
ship and law and order for its citizens.
I was proud of you tonight, and of the Atlanta Police Department -
those men, both black and white who were in the midst of a mob.
Yours truly,
Cela (8 Cindo~
Roland B. Anderson
1/7 Sp a7
September 7, 1966
Meyor Ivan Allen
City Hall
Atlenta, Gesrgia
Dear Mayor Allen,
Your example of leedershi»p in a besieged ares
yesterday was most impressive to see. It was a fer cry
from the pictures of other mayers in treubled cities who
have held themselves apart from the fray. I hove our
city can find ways to meet the problems of slum-dwellers
which ether cities h»ve found insurmounteble thus far.
If we do, it will be becsuse of your courageous and com-
passionate leadership.
If yeu could somehow cenvince these seonle to
present their grievances where there is = possibility of
talking them out end ecting upon them, thet would help.
Maybe a meeting or clinic st the Stediwm with many lawyers
ond social werkers and ministers te talk with people who
have problems and constructive suggestions could be a
starte I only know thet some kind of crective tackling of
the preblems of the cities will enable America te continue.
I wish there were middle-cless housing end
excellent schools availnble in the center of the city so
thet concerned people could meve beck into the city with
their families to be part of the voting, tax-poying b-se.
Perhaps community ergonizi tions of deprived
citizens would help them feel a grester pert of their city.
Maybe we need a Saul Alinsky to take the spotlight off of
the violent-tyse organizers,
Thenk you fer your leadership ond visien. If yen
can think ef wsys that concerned citizens con help, slease
enll on me.
Mest sincerely,
Mes. Gene G. Clement
2014 Tell Tree Dr., NE
Atlanta, Ga., 30324
(237-0671)
JAMES Cc. H. ANDERSON
1593 MASON MILL ROAD, N. E.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 320306
September 7, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen
Mayor of Atlanta
Georgia
Dear Ivan:
In the events of last evening, Atlanta joined its several
sister cities which have been scarred this summer by
violent, race-related demonstrations but its experience
was greatly mitigated by your forthright action and true
heroism in meeting those events. I must convey my sin-
cerest admiration for your personal bravery in assuming
direct responsibility on the scene and in exposing your-
self to the very real threat of personal injury. Even
more so, I must express my appreciation as a citizen
—and Iam sure it is shared by most Atlanta citizens
of both races — for your devotion to the principles of
community brotherhood and order which have so long
been characteristic of our city and its government.
Please be assured of my continued confidence and sup-
port in your efforts to deal effectively with our city's
problems in race relations and elsewhere (such as our
Fire Department situation!). Again, I believe I speak
the feeling of many of my fellow citizens in voicing
my approval of your policies and actions toward further-
ing the progress of Atlanta.
Sincerely yours,
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MILTON WEINSTEIN
N80 PEACUTREE STREET, N.E.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA U.S.A.
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
NATIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.
September 8, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
| want to take this opportunity to express my feelings concerning
your action during the recent racial disturbances. | feel that you
are to be complimented on the prompt decisive and courageous
manner in which you acted.
Like all other right thinking citizens, I, of course, deplore
these disturbances, but | feel we are fortunate to have a man
like you as Mayor. Indeed, you have certainly carried out
your high office in a most commendable manner.
| simply wanted to add my congratulations and commendation to
all of those | know you are receiving for a job well done in your
excellent handling of a difficult situation, and wish you the very
best of luck and continued success.
Sincerely,
Bh
Milton Weinstein
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Hoyt A. WIGGINS
P.O. Box 4545
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30302
September 7, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor of Atlanta, Georgia
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
My dear Mayor Allen:
As a private citizen I want to heartily commend you upon
your handling of the recent emergency here in Atlanta. It
is this type of firm stand that will bring order out of the
present chaos and [I am sure this is the feeling of many
other citizens of our community.
Sincerely yours,
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H. A. Wiggihs!
THE First NATIONAL BANK OF ATLANTA
POST OFFICE BOX 4148
ATLANTA,GEORGIA 30302
September 16, 1966
Fay E. MEwnorn
TRUST OFFICER
Hon. Mayor Ivan Allen Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
I want to be one of your many friends who are
congratulating you on the manner in which you
have conducted yourself during Atlanta's most
crucial time in many many years.
Personally, I feel that you have shown out-
standing courage and conviction at this time.
I am sure that your name is being quoted in
many other areas as doing an outstanding job
for the city and for right.
Wanted you to know how I personally feel in
this matter.
Kindest personal regards.
Yours very truly,
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WILLIAM L. SELF
MINISTER
September 16, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Sir:
I would like to join with countless others across
our nation in commending you for your splendid leadership
that you have given the city of Atlanta during the present
racial crises. You can be assured of our continued prayers
and support for you as you seek creative ways to restore
harmony in our splendid city.
All of us deplore the rioting, murder, and chaos
that has been brought to the surface in recent weeks, but
it is a sense of comfort to know that the leadership of
our city is entrusted to a man who is willing to find just
and honorable solutions to these difficulties.
Most coydially yours,
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William L. Self
WLS:r
ARMAND May
P, O. Box 4056
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30302
September 7th
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The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr,
Mayor of the City of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan;
Your willingness to meet issues without regard to your
well being is certainly an act of heroism, but it is also
an act of judgment and counsel and I glory in your willing-
ness to meet issues, four square,
The time has come when we in this country as well as
throughout the world will have to realize that the liberties
that were guaranteed to us are not the same as they were
when the Founding Fathers wrote the Declaration of Independ-
ence, etc,
It seems to me that groups now should be represented by some
head rather than mob rule and this is what we have and which
is being sanctioned, directly or indirectly, by those who
don't realize the consequences,
How can an individual meet mob rule when they are throwing
rocks, Molotov cocktails and any other weapon at hand, with-
out regard to life, Liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
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ATLANTIC STEEL COMPANY
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
HOWARD B.JOHNSON
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
September 7, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor
City of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
Regardless of their political leanings, | am sure all Atlantans
are today praising your courage for your participation in
yesterday's activities.
Warmest personal regards.
Sincerely,
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Cone M. Mappox, JR. ATLANTA 3,GEORGIA
PRESIDENT
September 7, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen
Mayor of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
You are probably aware that I have been an admirer
of yours for many years; however, your masterful
and courageous handling of the Capitol Avenue mob
yesterday was the finest example of heroism, public
service, and stewardship that I have ever known.
I am truly proud to be a riend :
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MILLS B. LANE,JR.
PRESIDENT 404-588-2225
September 8, 1966
Dear Ivan:
Mighty proud of you!
Sincepely,
Mills B. Lane, Jr.
The Honorable Ivan Allen
Mayor
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
ATLANTA FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
W.0. DUVALL
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
September 7, 1966
Honorable Ivan Allen
Mayor of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
I hasten to express my admiration for your
courage and efforts in behalf of all of Atlanta
during yesterday afternoon, All of us owe you
a debt of gratitude,
Sincerely yours,
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ATLANTA 1, GEORGIA
LEONARD BARKAN
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT September 7 ; 19 66
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor Allen:
May I congratulate you on the fine manner in which you
handled the unfortunate circumstances which developed
in the city yesterday afternoon.
Your actions were heroic and certainly were above and
beyond what might have been called for under the
circumstances. It is truly representative of the
leadership you have shown during your administration.
All of us are subjected to criticisms, and I am sure
that in this incident, you will have your share, there-
fore, I just felt that a job so well done should be
acknowledged.
Respectfully,
Leonard Barkan
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RIC VS LOUIS L.KENNEDY
GENERAL MANAGER
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30302 RICH'S NORTH DcKALB
SOUTHERN INSTITUTION Since 1867 . . . . September 7, 1966
Mayor Tvan Af£en, Jn.
City Hall,
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor ACen:
After watching the television account of the riot last
night, and seeing and hearina the way tn which you
handled the situation, I just want to Let you know that
T am proud to be abfe to say that we once worked together
on a Persennel Committee at Rich's, and congratulate you
on the fine wau you handed yoursels.
T know 4t took guts and a Lot of courage to face what
you had to face, and vou probably asked yourself 44
being Mayor was worth it. T am sure that the people
of Atlanta are as proud of vou as we ane, and T with
you eentinued success in the thankless office vou hold,
Sincerely,
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Lowis L. Kennedy
LLK:da
2144 Lawrenceville Highwar,
Decatur, Georgia
JACK J.RUSHIN
377 TECHWOOD DRIve,N. W.
ATLANTA 13, GEORGIA
September 16, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
68 Mitchell St. S. W.
Atlanta, Ga. 30303
Dear Ivan:
As I have been aware of the recent racial situation in
Atlanta I first want to say that you have gone far beyond
the call of duty in trying to help straighten things out.
In fact, you have exposed yourself too much, even though
what you have done was something that you could not avoid.
Today I was going through some old files and found the
attached copy of a story in the U. S. News & World Report
issue of August 19, 1963. Chances are you read about this
interview when it came out.
Also attached are copies of letter to me from Senator
Richard B. Russell dated August 25, 1965, letter from
Senator Herman E. Talmadge dated August 27, 1965 and
the Congressional Records dated August 5 and 16, 1965,
numbers 143 and 150.
The negro situation is bad and may not even be straightened
out but it seems to me that asking the cooperation and help
of all top grade negroes, such as S. B. Fuller, might be an
answer. In other words, sound thinking, educated negroes
have asserted themselves in a great many instances and if
a national movement could be started calling on the negro
business man, educators, etc., might do a lot of good.
0 numb hour out others ARE.
It is evident that Katzenbach Tarcet helping Any because they
certainly haga one track mine in favor of the so called
down-trodden negro but if somebody in high office, a man
like Senator Dirksen, could introduce a bill or do something
that would appeal to outstanding negro citizens-a solution
might be brought about # - ee te Seat Aeg<e
JACK J.RUSHIN
377 TECHWOOD Drive, N.W.
ATLANTA 13, GEORGIA
Just thought I would write you this note and hope that you
will think well of it.
Sincerely,
JIR/g11 Jack J. Rushin
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THOMPSON & HANCOCK e ARCHITECTS
3166 MAPLE DRIVE, N.E.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30305
September 7, 1966
Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor, City of Atlanta
City Hall .
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor Allen:
We have long recognized your ability in the political
and business field, It is my personal opinion that you
alone have Led our City in its greatest era of prosperity.
In view of the incident which occurred on September 6,
it was extremely gratifying and reassuring to know that our
highest elected official possessed the courage and determi-
nation that you displayed. I feel that without your personal
attention, the problem could have erupted into a disaster,
and I wish to thank you and commend you for your courageous
action.
Respectfully,
le
erman D. Hancock, Jr.
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CECIL P. FLOYD, JR.
1948 SYLVAN CIRCLE, S. W., APT. 3
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30310
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FRED KAISER 500 Plasters Avenue,N.E.
Vice President Atlanta, Georgia 30324
Southern Area
September 7, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen
Mayor of the City of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor Allen:
Your courageous actions this week are to
be complimented.
I have long been one of your admirers and
I think you have made us a wonderful Mayor.
Yours very truly,
FRKin
Guaranty Citle Insurance Company
LOBBY, BANK OF GEORGIA BUILDING
Atlanta 3, Georgia
September 12, 1966
TRAMMELL McINTYRE
VICE PRESIDENT AND TREASURER
Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor, City of Atlanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
I know that you have received many messages commending
you for the courage and determination that you have shown
in handling the racial disturbances in the last few days,
and I would like to add mine to the list. Not many
people could have demonstrated this type of courage and
determination but to me, your restraint under such
circumstances was just wonderful,
If there is anything that an ordinary citizen can do
to help you please let me know,
With best personal regards and admiration, I am
Very truly yours,
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“ Trammell McIntyre
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JAMES S. BRIGGS
3459 Stratford Rd., N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia
September 11, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen
City of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Sir:
The Atlanta Constitution of Saturdey, September 10, 1966 carried an
article about the recent riot end included portions of a letter addressed
to you by 14 organizations steting thet, in essence, the community concensus
ought not to become arrayed against certain individuals and organizations
as a substitute for relieving the slum conditions which brought about
the riots.
It is a complete perversion and distortion of facts for these 14 pressure
groups to take the position that slum conditions caused the riots and
none can know better than you who were there what caused the riots.
Although net represented by any group or orgenization but one who continues
to believe in a government of laws let me commend you for your st.tement
that these instigaters ef violence be judged by our courts as law-breakers
not urban reformists.
The peace and tranquillity of our citizens take precedence over reform
and each should take its place before the bar. If violence, riet and
insurrection are excuseable and are supported by the specious reasoning
of self-appointed, not elected, organizetions then to whom and to what
agency can the isolated citizen look for protection? If a government
of laws cannot be depended upon to preserve the pexce and tranquillity
of the community then one must question its responsibility anda '
government without responsibility does not deserve the support o1 its
citizens, This, then, is anarchy.
My family of 5 joins me in thanking you for your courageous actions
udring the riet.
Sin¢erely, (i } )
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MAX ALTERMAN
Vice President
September 9, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen
City of Atlanta
City Hall
68 Mitchell St., S. W.
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mr. Mayor:
I find that I must take this time from a busy schedule
to tell you how proud I, my family and my friends were of
you on the occasion of Atlanta's recent troubles.
Mr. Mayor, your display of courage and restraint were
in the highest "American Tradition". All Atlanta is proud
of you in these troubled times and wish you every success
in steering this great city down the road to understanding
and prosperity.
Tf I, or any of my associates, here at Big Apple can
ever be of any assistance to you, we would consider it not
only a pleasure, but also a privilege to help.
Most sincerely,
ALTERMAN FOODS, INC,
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PEACHTREE AT FIFTH STREET, N. E.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30308
BEVEL JONES, abe September 9, 1966
Honorable Ivan Allen, Jre, Mayor,
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivans
Swamped as you are with mail, I just couldn't let the
recent racial incident pass without putting in my word
of personal commendation for your courage -- both
physical and moral -=- in dealing forthrightly and
constructively with a situation, which, without your
decisive and capable leadership could have been quite
disastrous and militated against the fine atmosphere
of race relations that prevails in our great city.
You have my prayers and offer of help in any way
possible as you seek to lead Atlanta forward.
Sincerely your friend,
i
Bevel Jones
Joun C. STATON
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
September 8, 1966
Dear Ivan:
You're my man --- all the way!
Your example of courage, dignity
and restraint the other day might well be a
model for every public official throughout
the land.
Your determination to stand firm
when firmness was indicated, with no
compromise on the basic principles, should
be a rallying point for all who respect the
law.
A salute to you as an outstanding
public official and my warmest praise to you
as a friend.
Mr. Ivan Allen, Jr.
Office of the Mayor
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
HUGH DAVIS CARTER,JR.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
September 7, 1966
Dear Ivan,
I just want to compliment you on the splendid
manner in which you handled the disturbance
yesterday. It is indeed unfortunate that we
have to experience occurances of this kind
but it is always gratifying to know that it
is in your good hands,
Sincerely,
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Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
RaBsi Jacos M. RoruHscuHitp, D.D.
1589 PEACHTREE RoapD,N.W.
ATLANTA 9, GEORGIA
September &, 1966
Ma. Ivan Afen, Jr.
Mayor, City of Atfanta
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
May I add my words of pratse and pride to the many you have
akneady received for your words and deeds during the unpleasant-
ness a few days ago. The courage you displayed in mingling with
the mob and making yoursels a target for possible violence to
your person won the nespect and admiration of every decent
citizen of Atlanta. Even mone significant, 4t seems to me, was
your necognition of the fact that although justifiable grievances
may be present among the peopke of the areas of our inner-city
that those who were involved in the incident do not truly
nepresent the citizens of Atlanta - negro oA white. Your cakn
and neasonableness, your refusal to answer hate with hate or
violence with violence served, it seems to me, as a Steadying
Angtuence without which the incident might have become much more
Serious,
AS one who has been vitally concerned with the problem of good
racial relations here in Atlanta, ads well ads one sympathetic to
the needs, desines and frustrations of the Aegnro community, 1
4impky want you to know how proud I am of you and to assure you
that you may count on my continued support any way that you may
See fit to use At.
Janice joins me in these sentiments and together we extend our
warmest personal greetings and good wishes for your continued
Successful Leadership.
Sincerely yours,
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September 9, 1966
Dear Mayor Allen:
This is just a note to let you know someone
in Atlanta liked the action you taken Tuesday with people
like you I admire:
Yours very truly,
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Henry Grady Stamps
MARSH & McLENNAN
INCORPORATED
1201 PEACHTREE CENTER TOWER
230 PEACHTREE STREET, N.W.
ATLANTA 30302
FRANK RIDLEY
VICE PRESIDENT September 9, 1966
Dear Ivan:
I have been traveling all week and just returned to
town,
Just a note to tell you lam mighty proud of you, and
that people in Jacksonville, Brunswick, Savannah and
other towns I visited share my admiration.
Sinceyély,
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
BENJAMIN H. OEHLERT, JR.
P.O, DRAWER 1734
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30301
September 9,1966
The Honorable
Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
Your courage and determination literally
electrified the nation as evidenced, among
many other things, by the attached edi-
torial and cartoon from last night's
Washington Star.
As I said in my telephone message from
Washington Wednesday morning, if there is
any way at all that I can be helpful to
you in this or any other problems, it
would be a privilege to have you call
on me. ,
With warmest regards, I am
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SUITE 131, THE BAPTIST PROFESSIONAL BUILDING
340 BOULEVARD, N. E, ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30312
PRACTICE LIMITED TO DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN
The Tenth of Sentember
1965
The Honorable Ivan Allen
Mayor
City of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor Allen:
My family and I would like to thank
you for your courage, your steadfastness
and your determination to keen Atlanta the
sreat city it is.
Congzratulations. We-and others—stand
behind you.
“te yours ‘
Theodore C. Levitas, D.D.S,
TCL:po
500 PLaSAMOUR DRIVE, N.E., ATLANTA 24, GEORGIA
Jounw D. THORNTON
PRESIDENT
September 14, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor Allen:
I've been thinking lately how fortunate
we are to have you as our Mayor and what
outstanding accomplishments you have
achieved in that position, particularly
under current conditions of the firemen's
strike and race riots. Another thought
occurred to me - "why not tell him so",
That is the purpose of this letter.
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With all good wishes to you and yours,
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John\D. Thornton
Presitient
ROBERT C. ALSTON
97 TENTH STREET, N.W.
ATLANTA, GA. 30309
September 7, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
68 Mitchell Street, S. W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Dear Ivan:
I want to commend you for your efforts
yesterday on behalf of the people of our
city. A disturbance which could have
erupted into something much worse was
held to a minimum, I feel, because of
the outstanding job done by you, personally,
and by our Police Department. Might I say,
also, that the dignity with which you
handled the situation would make anyone
proud to be a citizen of Atlanta.
I personally want to urge you to continue
your efforts to quell incidents of civil
disobedience such as this.
Again, thank you for a job well done.
Sincerely,
ert C. Alston
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Tue ROBERTS MEMORIAL CLINIC
768 JUNIPER STREET, N. E.
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VERNON E. POWELL, Ar sTA, GA,
E.Van Buren, M.D. LAS
30308
Brron J. Horrman, M. D.
JOHN DER. SLADE, M.D. September 7, 1966
James K.Van Buren, M.D.
Mayor Ivan Allen,
City Hall,
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Major Allen:
Let me take this opportunity to tell you how proud
Atlanta, Georgia, and the entire nation should be
of you for what you did last night.
Your poise in the presence of great danger was a
great inspiration and makes us all very happy to
know that the leadership in Atlanta is captained
by one of your caliber.
My congratulations. I am proud of you!
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EVB:G
ADAMS-CATES COMPANY
P.O. BOX S86!
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30301
THOMAS V. CAUBLE
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
September 8th
1966
Dear Ivan:
I was out of town when the trouble developed
Tuesday and would like to congratulate you on your
expert handling of a difficult situation.
I was in Montreal last week. The people there
are surprisingly well-informed about Atlanta, They
say their city and ours are great because they have
great Mayors, Theirs, whom you may know, is Jean Dra-
peau.
Best regards,
Sincerely,
We
The Hon, Ivan Allen
Mayor, City of Atlanta
68 Mitchell Street, S. W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
135 LirrLe -lomn Tratn,N. E.
ATLANTA 9,GEORGIA
September 14, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor Allen:
Our entire family wishes to thank you for the courageous
and forthright manner in which you have led the city,
collectively and personally, in counteracting the riotous
behavior of these irresponsible individuals. Apparently
this organization wants all the opportunities and
benefits of work without producing a thing, other than
destroying what so many of us have worked years to create.
If there is anything that we can do to help you in any
manner, please let us know.
Yours sincerely,
MBR/hk
ROBERT AND COMPANY ASSOCIATES
Architects and Ongineers
96 POPLAR ST., ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30303
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ATLANTA 9,GEORGIA
September 9,1966
Dear Ivan,
When | passed the time of day with you on the
C & S corner the other day, I never dreamed you would
be embroiled in a riot in Atlanta that afternoon.
An angry mob, incited as they were, is very terri-
fying and it did take great courage for you voluntarily
to engage personally in quelling it. The purpose of
this letter is simply to let you know that | am proud
of you and proud to know you. Ivan, you get lots of
advice and suggestions from everybody, most all of
whom are much smarter and better informed than | am.
Some fifteen years ago when you considered running for
governor, | did suggest that it was a mistake to stand
"four square on the county unit system'',
Now | can't refrain from suggesting that it is a
mistake to try to prosecute Carmichael and "put him
away'' for a number of years, At this time you are
riding the crest of the wave. The negroes themselves
are undercutting Carmichael. Every time he opens his
mouth you go further ahead and he loses more. Every-
think is going for you. | would surmise that the case
against Carmichael is, to say the least, nebulous but
win or lose the case, prosecuting him is, | believe,
bound to bring some sympathy. Why make a martyr out
of him? Someone else will take his place and jailing
him won't really resolve the big issue. This is really
not intended as advice but simply my reaction as an
admittedly uninformed and unofficial observer.
You are a great man.
Best regards,
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S16 - 535 FORSYTH SUILDING, 86 FORSYTH STREET. N. w., ATLANTA, GA. 30203
TELEPHONE 525-5533
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
September 9, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor, City of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
Just a brief personal note to tell you how much we respect and
admire you for your handling of some very difficult problems
just recently. In my opinion, there are very few men who have
the ability, courage, wisdom, and strength to perform as
magnificently as you did.
We are indebted to you, and please accept my expression of
gratitude and sincere appreciation. With kindest regards,
Sincerely,
JHP/adb
AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE
DECATUR, GEORGIA 30030
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT September 9, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
My dear Ivan:
This brief note is written to tell you that Madelaine and
I have been very proud of you throughout your term of service,
but never more so than lately. Your strength and fairness dur-
ing the firemen's strikes and your magnificent courage in the
racial difficulty have given tone to the whole community. Be
assured that we think Atlanta has a great mayor!
It is with a sense of pride that we claim you, not only
as our friend but as a valued trustee of Agnes Scott.
With every good wish, I am
Cordially yours,
Wallace M. Alston
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ALLEN T. NEWBY
MINISTER
Cokesbury Methodist Church
1146 SHERIDAN ROAD, N. E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30324
September 9, 1966
Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr.
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Mayor Allen:
I want to join other citizens of the metropolitan
area in thanking you for the great courage and
restraint you have demonstrated in handling the
racial difficulties in Atlanta this week. None
of us can possible estimate the contribution you
have made and are making to the peace and safety
of all of us. You have set an example for those
in high office all over this nation.
May God contime to bless you as you face the
difficult days ahead.
Sincerely yours, _
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2317 Shasta Way, N. E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30329
September 9, 1966
Dear Mr. Mayor:
You have made me and all of your friends
extremely proud of the masterful way in which you have
handled our recent racial troubles,
Especially do I admire your fortitude in
personally involving yourself in the disturbance and even
more especially for the action which you took against the
leader of this plot.
You continue to have my every good wish as
you so ably carry out the duties of your office.
Sincerely and cordially,
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Irwin A. Webb
Mayor Ivan Allen
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
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September 8, 1966
The Honorable Ivan Allen, Jr.
Mayor of Atlanta
Georgia
My dear Mayor Allen:
Congratulations on the rare personal courage which you
displayed during the race riot last Tuesday, Your conduct
during this crisis certainly serves as an inspiration to
all Atlanta's citizens and especially to the leadership
and law enforcement groups. At such a dangerous time we
are most fortunate to have a mayor who is not afraid, and
I am proud of you,
Sincerely yours,
Bye te
GEG/nfw
G. MAYNARD SMITH
FULTON NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
ATLANTA 3, GEORGIA
September 9, 1966
Hon. Ivan Allen
Mayor
City Hall
Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Ivan:
I have never been prouder of you and
Atlanta than during the last week. Your handling
of the problem was magnificent statesmanlike.
You're a credit to your family, your friends and
all of Atlanta.
Sincerely,
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