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[[preprinted]] JAY B. JOHNSON, SR. 134 Chickamauga Avenue, S. W. ATLANTA, GEORGIA [[/preprinted]] March 17, 1953 Dr. F. D. Patterson Tuskegee Institute Alabama. Dear Sir: I notice from the press with serious regret that you have tendered your resignation as President of Tuskegee Institute as of June 1st. I assure you that I have been deeply touched by this incident. But in spite of my most serious regret of this decision, I must confess that it is your right and privilege to seek the things for your and your family's best interest. I appreciate to the fullest of my ability the fine things you have done for Tuskegee. It has made marvelous progress under your administration. I trust that in your new duties you undertake you will be equally successful. I lay great value on the personal contact I have enjoyed with you. I trust that the Johnsons will always have the friendship of the Patterson wherever they may be. With greatful appreciation for all the services you have rendered Tuskegee, I remain Sincerely yours, [[signed]] Jay B Johnson Sr. [[/signed]] Jay B. Johnson Sr.