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[[preprinted]] [[image]] great seal of Alabama [[/image]] STATE OF ALABAMA EXECUTIVE OFFICE MONTGONERY GORDON PERSONS GOVERNOR [[/preprinted]] March 18, 1953 Dear Doctor Patterson: I have noticed in the Press that you have resigned as President of Tuskegee, and I just want to express my regrets. You have done a wonderful job at Tuskegee, but I know you will do equally as good a job with the Phelps-Stokes Fund. I can say this - hey are certainly getting a fine person to be in charge, and I wish for you and yours much happiness and every success in your new work. My kindest regards. Sincerely [[signature]] Kate Simmons [[/signature]] Dr. F. D. Patterson Tuskegee, Ala.