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[[preprinted]] THE BIRMINGHAM NEWS COMPANY BIRMINGHAM 2. ALA. PUBLISHERS The Birmingham News EVENING AND SUNDAY AGENTS FOR Birmingham Post-Herald A Scripps-Howard Newspaper MORNING EXCEPT SUNDAY OFFICE OF PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER [[/preprinted]] March 12, 1953 Dr. F. D. Patterson, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama Dear Dr. Patterson: When I read the morning paper this morning, I found a cause of both gratification and regret. The State and the people of Alabama as well a Tuskegee Institute will miss you. I shall miss you, too. Nevertheless, it is wonderful that you have the fine position in front of you with the Phelps-Stokes Foundation. I know you will do a great job there, as you have done in Alabama, so I feel I must congratulate you even while so sorely regretting our loss. With kindest regards and every good wish. Sincerely, [[signed]] J. E. Chappell [[/signed]] J E Chappell mch