The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change
Condolence Letter to Mrs. King from Linda BrownThis letter from a middle school student expresses condolences to Mrs. King the day after Dr. King’s assassination. |
Condolence Letter to Mrs. King from Maria DiazThis letter from a middle school student is one of condolence written to Mrs. King the day after Dr. King’s assassination. |
Condolence Letter to Mrs. King from Socorro SantosThis letter from a middle school student is one of condolence written to Mrs. King the day after Dr. King’s assassination. |
Condolences to the Wife of Theodore TrammellDr. King and Rev. Wyatt Walker send condolences to Mrs. Theodore Trammell. They make a promise to rededicate themselves to the fight for human rights, just as her husband had done. |
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. |
Congratulations Telegram from Nelson Rockefeller to MLKGovernor Nelson Rockefeller extends best wishes to Dr. King on his birthday and congratulates him for being honored as the Man-of-the Year. |
Congratulations To Rev. Martin Luther King And Mrs. KingAn anonymous supporter sends encouraging words to Dr. and Mrs. King. |
Congratulatory Letter from L.K. Jackson to MLKIn this letter, Dr. Johnson writes to Dr. King congratulating him on his tenth anniversary. Jackson states, "...you are the man of the Twentieth Century." |
Congratulatory Letter from MLK to Edward T. GrahamIn this letter, Dr. King praises the Miami figure's leadership and impact on the local community, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, and the state of Florida. |
Congratulatory Letter from YWCA to MLKThe YWCA congratulates Dr. King for receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. |
Contribution Letter to MLKA Department of State Agency for International Development summer intern expresses his support for SCLC. He offers a small contribution to the Atlanta-based foundation. |
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. |
Correspondence from SCLC to Episcopal House of Prayer ChurchThis is a letter of appreciation for contributions to the SCLC. |
Cover Letter Draft for MLK's 1967 Pilgrimage to the Holy LandSandy F. Ray drafts a cover letter to be enclosed with the packets for Dr. King's 1967 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land. |
Death of a KingMrs. D. M. Murray wrote this poem, entitled "Death of a King," following Dr. King's assassination. Murray writes "you've set an example for us here, your very presence brought us cheer" and adds a post script asking the recipient to contact her. |
Donation ReceiptThis document is a receipt for a donation made to the Southern Conference Educational Fund, Inc. |
Dr. King's response to a letter from Mr. Joseph BeaverDr. King, in this letter, thanked Mr. Joseph Beaver for his kindness and for the enclosed booklet entitled "I Want You to Know Wendell Phillips Dabney" sent to him, during his recovery from a nearly fatal stabbing in 1958. Dr. King took a moment to apologize for he and Mrs. King not being able to communicate with Mr. Beaver, while they vacationed in Mexico. He concluded the letter by acknowledging his readiness to rejoin those fighting in the battle for civil rights, once his healing process was complete. |
Dr. King's Response to Mrs. W. BascomIn this letter, Dr. King responded to the get well correspondence sent by Mrs. Willie Bascom. Dr. King took the opportunity to thank her for the kind donation sent to him, during his recovery from a nearly fatal stabbing in 1958. He also acknowledged his readiness to rejoin those fighting in the battle for civil rights, once his healing process was complete. |
Draft Letter from MLK to Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. GatesDr. King composes a draft for a letter to Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Gates. He expresses his appreciation for their contribution and encouraging words. He discusses the SCLC's support of other organizations that are consistent with Judeo-Christian values and conveys their dedication to equality. |
Draft Letter from MLK to Mr. SmithDr. King writes Mr. Smith thanking him for his contribution to the SCLC. He expresses that contributions help American Negroes to "continue in the struggle for freedom and equality." |
Draft Letter from MLK to Mrs. SmockDr. King apologizes for responding to Mrs. Smock's letter over a year late, but extends gratitude for the invitation to her art exhibition. Dr. King affirms that if he is in Atlanta during the time of her exhibition he and Coretta will attend. |
Draft Letter from MLK to Ms. GiunierDr. King responds to an offer of assistance from a supporter. He directs her to the New York office to jumpstart her work and commends her for her interest in the Freedom Movement. |
Draft Letter from MLK to Reverend JacksonDr. King replies to Rev. Jackson's letter of April 22. He apologizes for the delay and assures Rev. Jackson that he will send thank you messages to everyone listed in his initial letter. Dr. King also tells Rev. Jackson that he hopes their friendship has not been affected by recent circumstances. |
Draft of a Letter from MLK to Dr. Lawrence Alex WhitfieldThis is a draft of a letter written by Dr. King to Dr. Lawrence Alex Whitfield. Dr. King indicates that he recieved a letter from Barbara Payne which suggested that Dr. Whitfield had expressed a desire to support the Freedom Movement and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. |
Edwin B. Allaire's Letter to MLKMr. Allaire informs Dr. King that there are many individuals who would vigorously support him in becoming a presidential candidate. |
etter from Mrs. Howard Wood to MLKMrs. Howard Wood conveys her support to Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement after reading the novel "Stride Toward Freedom." |
February 1968, Ms. Alma Davis of the A.M.E. Church of Alabama, writes to announce the endorsment of Reverend S. M. Sam Davis at their candidate for bishop.Ms. Alma Davis of the A.M.E. Church of Alabama, annouces Reverend S. M. Sam Davis as their candidate for bishop. As a member of the Davis Boosters' Club, she attempts to solicit support for Reverend Davis. The Boosters' Club will feature Mrs. Lucinda Brown Pobey and Mrs. Willie Mae bell in a special financial event. |
From Reverend M. L. Jackson to MLKRev. Jackson expresses his appreciation and support for the work of Dr. King. Rev. Jackson pledges his dedication to the cause and encourages Dr. King to continue his monumental work. |
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. |
Funny Story for MLKThe writer (signature illegible) gives his moral support for Dr. King during his incarceration in Albany, Georgia. He relates an anecdote of his own experiences that ends with a heartfelt, and humorous, punchline. |