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[[preprinted]] VETERANS ADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON [[image - seal of the VETERANS ADMINISTRATION]] OFFICE OF THE ADMINISTRATOR OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [[preprinted]] ^[[Reg Letter]] March 20, 1953 Dear Dr. Patterson: Dr. Tildon has been thoughtful enough to advise me that you are retiring and the memory of the pleasant afternoon with you at Tuskegee Institute and the unbelievable concert given by your mixed choir as well as the review of your student body causes me to drop you this note and wish you the happiest of years in your retirement. I, too, am looking forward to a time when I may retire and after a busy life, I think one is more than entitled to that privilege and contentment. With my best wishes, believe me Most sincerely yours, [[signed]] Carl R. Gray Jr [[/signed]] CARL R. GRAY, JR. Administrator Dr. F.D. Patterson President Tuskegee Institute Tuskegee, Alabama