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A Tribute to the MLKSeveral organizations in Stamford, Connecticut sponsor a tribute in honor of Dr. King. This document outlines the program participants, and lists Dr. King as providing the keynote address. |
American Education: Segregation, Northern StyleThis article from American Education focuses on the problem of de facto segregation in Northern and Southern cities that results from discrimination in housing and contributes to further housing discrimination and minority unemployment. De facto segregation is as detrimental as legalized (de jure) segregation. The author provides an overview of efforts around the country to eliminate segregation in public schools and some of the difficulties encountered. |
An Appeal by Puerto Ricans for Fair TreatmentThis document reviews the economic, political, and cultural disparity of Puerto Ricans. The authors explain the history of American imperialism in Puerto Rico and how Puerto Ricans have been mistreated in the United States, particularly in New York. Criticizing the Vietnam War, the authors suggest focusing the funding used abroad on community building. |
Atlanta Workshop in Nonviolence NewsletterThis newsletter, Volume I Number 4, is published by Henry and Sue Bass of Atlanta. They write about the Atlanta Peace Parade, an anti-Vietnam protest to take place on August 6, 1967. The Atlanta Peace Parade would become the south's first major peace parade, about which the Basses write President Johnson was worried, calling for counter-demonstrations. |
Brief for the PetitionersThis brochure illustrates questions as well as events pertaining to petitioners during the Civil Rights Movement. Important petitioners, such as Dr. King and Ralph David Abernathy, were convicted and charged with Contempt of Court in violation of the First and Fourteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution. |
Citation for Charles McKew ParrThis document includes the bibliographical citation read when Charles McKew Parr received the Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Bridgeport. |
Citation for MLKThis document contains the passage read on the occasion of the conferral of an honorary doctoral degree from University of Bridgeport to Dr. King. |
Citizens' Crusade Against PovertyThe following document lists the members of the Citizens' Crusade Against Poverty. |
Congratulations from Darien Public Schools Superintendent to MLKMr. Coffin congratulates Dr. King on his receipt of the Nobel Peace Prize. Mr. Coffin also provides Dr. King with information on the initiatives of the Darien Public Schools to further progress the civil rights movement. |
Correspondence - Aftermath of Dr. King's Assassination, 4/5/68This letter, originating from Chattanooga, TN on the day immediately following Dr. King's assassination, is a personal note of condolence and lament. In it the writer identifies Dr. King as "truly America's outstanding citizen of our time". The writer and addressee are unidentified. |
Current MagazineThis Current Magazine issue on racism in the U.S. features an article "Is Direct Action Necessary" by Dr. King, as well as pieces by James Meredith, James Reston, and others. |
Darien IntegrationThis article is a summary of the integration of the Negro population into high-income residential suburbs. The Superintendent of schools and the Darien Board of Education has created a program to exchange schoolteachers and encourage students to attend schools with integrated classes. |
Darien Seeking Negro TeachersThis article discusses the teacher exchange program between New York City Public Schools and Darien, Connecticut. The program calls for African American teachers to teach students in the predominately white town. The superintendent states the purpose of the project is to show the students that African Americans, if given the same opportunity, are just as intelligent as their white counterparts. |
Draft Letter from MLK to Gregory CoffinDr. King expresses his appreciation to Mr. Coffin for sending newspaper clippings and a proposal regarding schools in Darien, Connecticut. He also states that he is hopeful that Mr. Coffin's program will act as a contributing factor in the effort to end segregation. |
Fund Raiser Event for the SCLCMrs. Richard Gile expresses her admiration to Dr. King for his work with the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. The La Fleurs Garden Club wishes to sponsor a Benefit Freedom Tea event to raise money for the SCLC. |
Get Well Letter from Mr. David George Ball to MLKMr. David George Ball, Chairman of the University Lecture Committee for the Yale University Christian Association, forwarded to Dr. King this get well letter. |
Hall Syndicate: LBJ Unveils New Education PlanHoward U. sends this article to Dr. King with a note asking him to have the students protest its contents, and soon. The article, by Robert S. Allen and Paul Scott, discusses President Lyndon B. Johnson's proposed plan to allow students to borrow from the federal government to finance their college education, repaying the loans through extra income taxes during their working years. |
How Dodd Differs From Powell/Dwellings TouredThe newspaper article entitled, "How Dodd Differs From Powell," examines how differently Senator J. Dodd and Congressman Adam C. Powell were treated after a major controversy. This controversy resulted in the removal of Congressman Powell from office. |
Integrating ClassesThis article discusses Harold Howe II's opinion regarding segregated schools and his work towards integration. Howe asserts that segregation is bad for anyone concerned, such as minorities, poor kids, whites, or blacks. |
Interview Outline for WAII-TV Show-Profile Emory University Atlanta, GeorgiaThis document outlines Dr. Edward T. Ladd's interview with Dr. King, for broadcast on WAII-TV's program "Profile Emory University." |
Itinerary for MLKIn this correspondence, a list of "appearances" for Dr. King is listed. |
James H. Halsey Writes MLK About Alumni SolicitationJames H. Halsey writes Dr. King about financial support for the University of Bridgeport and its program. |
Letter from an Asylum Inmate to MLK Seeking AssistancePaul Douglas Ware, an untried inmate, requests Dr. King's "understanding, moral support, and possible assistance." Mr. Ware informs Dr. King of detailed information regarding his unjust treatment, his personal life, his present state of mind and most importantly his desire to have a stronger bond with "his own people." |
Letter from Ann Lincoln to MLKThe writer, who identifies herself as a "collateral descendent of Abraham Lincoln," relates a story involving a young colored girl to Dr. King. Ms. Lincoln explains that the incident disturbed her greatly and she feels it is time to educate Negros on white acceptance. |
Letter from Catherine Aller to MLKCatherine Aller writes Dr. King regarding his awareness of agape and its "historic appearance on the Day of Pentecost." |
Letter from Catherine Aller to MLKCatherine Aller took the time to write Dr. King and encourage him to keep pursuing his goals in spite of criticism. |
Letter from Chester Bowles to MLKChester Bowels writes Dr. King requesting the use of his quotes to submit to the Saturday Evening Post. Mr. Bowels also regrets to inform Dr. King that he cannot join the national committee to raise funds to fight for Negros voting rights in the Southern states. |
Letter from Chip Hawkins to MLKIn this letter, Chip Hawkins questions Dr. King's affiliation with communist organizations and individuals. In addition, he requests that Dr. King publicly address the Communist accusations brought against him. |
Letter from Clifford Alexander to MLKClifford Alexander, Chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, sends Dr. King a report involving discrimination against Jews in the workplace. According to the report, numerous members of the Jewish community face prejudice from receiving management level jobs in the white collar sector. |
Letter from D. Wesley Slate. Jr. to MLKD. Wesley Slate Jr. informs Dr. King that the student body of the Southeastern Branch will be participating in CHOICE 68 by Time Magazine and request any campaign literature he could provide. |