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October 5, 1960
Mr. W. W. Smoak, Jr.
Box 200
Walterboro, South Carolina
Dear Mr. Smoak:
It has been brought to my attention that the editorial
page of the September 15 issue of The Press and Standard
carried the following statement:
"It's amazing how some of the great be-
lievers in segregation, can and are endors-
ing a man who is not only vice president of
this country, but also of the NAACP."
Since I am sure that you would prefer to print facts,
may I state that in 1946 the Vice President was given an hono-
rary membership by the Monrovia, California, branch of the
folder
N.A.A.C.P. However, he is not a member of the organization
at this time; and he is not now, nor has he ever been, an
officer of the organization.
With best wishes.
Sincerely,
Herbert G. Klein
Special Assistant
to the Vice President
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His name and address are:
Mr. W. W. Smoak, Jr.
Bos 200
Walterboro, South Carolina
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CARELESS
forms, and many other such activities
town.
have been supported by the Booster Club.
As no mention was m
With the schools of the county open
Many of these would not have been pos-
sickness here is hoping
only two weeks a most serious problem
sible on school funds. Another outstanding
you who have been ailir
trait of this club is that it in no way at-
greatly improved and no
has risen in one sector of Walterboro.
the rest of you have been
In this-area approximately 1,000 students
tempts to dictate policy, or attach strings
ill.
attend two schools located within one good
to any service rendered. None is given
block of each other. Out of these 1,000 stu-
without a request from the school author-
It's about time for me t
ities and this is as it should be.
boring you, so be good
dents, around half ride the school buses
write.
and the rest walk, ride bicycles or are
Many things are needed by the Athletic
Wightman
transported by parents and friends. To
Association which the Booster Club can
further add to the confusion there are
furnish. Especially will this be SO when
only three roads that give access to these
the present lower grades get into high
Letters To Edit
schools and one of these carries the bulk
school, and used to having everything done
(Walterb
of the both vehicular and pedes-
for them. For the past several years the
September 8,
Booster Club has been kept alive by a
Mr. W. W. Smoak, Editor
trian.
The Press and Standard
Forest Hills is heavily populated and a
handful of men, many who have no chil-
Walterboro, S. C.
large number of children of school age
dren involved and give of their time and
Dear Mr. Smoak:
live in this area. Due to its proximity to
efforts out of an interest in athletics and
I read with interest the long
the Forest Hills Elementary School and
a desire to help the boys.
enlightening letter of Ser
Smoak in the paper today. I
the Walterboro Junior High, a large por-
With the upswing being encountered in
that in one paragraph Mr. Sn
tion of these children walk or ride bicy-
athletics at the local high school, and the
states that Mr. Daugherty mad
improved student attitude and excellent
appointment with Mr. Fargnol
cles to school. Many children from other
July 1958 at St. George Mr. Sm
adjoining areas follow their lead with the
showing the teams have been making, they
further states that the three of tl
result that the roads leading to the schools
deserve the support of the public and one
apparently referring to Mr. D
are literally covered with walking and
good way of showing interest is to join the
gherty, Mr. Smoak and Mr. Fa
noli discussed at length the pos
bike riding children, especially in the
Wildcat Booster Club So when one of the
bility the location of a plant
morning. Coupled with this is the heavy
cheerleaders approaches you, be sure and
Colleton County. I am somewh
traffic necessary to deliver other children
ibe to as many memberships as pos-
amazed at Mr. Smoak's short m
to the hools.
sible
mory in that I was present at thi
conference also at which time Mr
It has been reported that often it is next
Smoak was interested in getting ar
to impossible for a car to wend its way
industry by his conversation, for
Walterboro, and Mr. Fargnoli felt
through the children on the roads who
NEED APPARENT
that Walterboro was not suitable for
have a complete disregard for the traffic.
another garment industry. I told
Being children it is understandable how
Mr. Fargnoli that as long as the
During last weekend, while this area was
industry came to Colleton County,
they do not realize the danger of such ac-
sweating out Hurricane Donna, many a
it would suit me and I would do
tions, A fast careless driver could play
worried remark was heard about whether
anything I could to cooperate with
havoc Land a most tragic accident could
or not the farmers had gotten their crops
an industry locating anywhere with-
happen. Fortunately none has occurred as
in Colleton County. Mr. Daugherty
out of the fields, and the financial disas-
was in my office the other day
yet but
ter that would result for the county if the
with another gentleman and reaf-
Parents should stress to the children
crops were wiped out. Last year's visit
firmed in his presence this conver-
the importance of walking on the left side
sation at this conference.
from Gracie hurt the economy but it was
g1
I am only a small stockholder in
of the road and facing oncoming traffic
not nearly as bad as this one would have
the Smoaks Industries but the mon-
and keeping off the road when a car is
been had it struck with full force.
ey I invested therein I also had to
coming. Also bicycle riders should be war-
borrow as I am not a wealthy man.
the
This points out one of the weakest fea-
I am writing this letter after
lat
ned about showing off, and making sudden
tures of this county's economic structure.
careful consideration because I
not
turns across the road and riding down the
think it necessary to set the record
Ch
By depending solely on agriculture pro-
middle. Unfortunately there is not a side-
ducts as the basic commodity a natural dis-
straight on such an obvious dele-
epi
tion of the facts. I woud like to re-
a
walk leading to these schools, but dirty
aster affects the entire economy. Under
mind you and the people of Col-
cer
shoes are preferable to a bad accident.
the present setup, if the farmer does not
leton County that although my
sai
Policemen could help by warning the
make money, neither does the merchant.
term of office expires in November,
me
but
I shall continue to strive to do eve-
children but the parents could do more
Some diversification, preferably an in-
mc
rything within my power to pro-
good by stressing to the children the im-
dustrial payroll that would not be affected
mote the general welfare of the
his
portance of observing safe practices. Care-
for more than several days at the most,
people of my county and state.
less children, and reckless drivers, both of
Respectfully,
is needed. Another indication that further
J. P. Harrelson
which Walterboro has its share, are all the
diversification is needed is the continually
ingredients needed for a tragedy - that
lowering of crop prices and the returns to
WJHS Safety Patrol
could perhaps have been prevented by a
the farmer. With the soil bank and other
strong lecture.
farm programs, a considerable portion of
Named For Year
the county's vast resources of land are ly-
Elected to head the Safety Patrol
ing idle. Industry would not help this sit-
at the Walterboro Junior High
ke
BOOSTER CLUB NEEDED
uation much, but it would keep the people
School was Sandy Sanders, who was
hai
who used to make a living off these idle
elected captain. Freddie Renfrow
Seemingly when a child reaches high
acres from being idle also.
was elected as a lieutenant for this
sic
group. Officers were elected by the
school age, particularly an athlete, his
Industry can be obtained in the county
wi
patrol members.
parents, and others, think their assistance
through the concerted efforts of all.
an
Members of the patrol, who will
tra
is no longer needed. At least that is the
Smoaks Industries Inc. has proved this.
also serve as hall monitors during
at
indication in respects to the Wildcat Boost-
And the surest way to get industry is to
the school year are: Patrolmen Jim-
im
my White, Miles Cleckley, Richard
er Club, which was organized over a dec-
go out and buy it. Its being done all over
or
Rhodes, Jerry Bennett, Keith Sum-
ade ago to assist with the athletic program
the Southeast and excellent results are ob-
mey, Charles Adams, Paul Siegel
ca
at the Walterboro High School. Due to a
tained.
and Ronald Carter.
M
lack of interest this organization has dwin-
So when a merchant, professional man,
Emmett Hutto is the faculty ad-
m
visor to the patrol, which was se-
dled and while still active is hamstrung by
or farmer is approached and asked to buy
lected by the school's faculty.
th
a lack of funds - which can be obtained
stock in an industrial corporation it should
it
only through memberships, and the pub-
not be considered a donation to charity and
Nancy Peurifoy Is
lishing of a program. Even though these
the request turned aside lightly. It should
children are in high school they still need
be considered more as an insurance policy
Little Chief Editor
outside help.
against future reverses in agriculture
The staff of the Little Chief, stu-
The grammar schools have no trouble
and declining population. If jobs are here,
dent publication of the Walterboro
raising funds to equip two midget football
people will come to fill them. The burden
Junior High school has named Nan-
teams, and to provide needs for other ac-
rests on the people. By demanding, and
cy Peurifoy editor and Kathleen
tivities. In addition funds were acquired.
then cooperating when approached, Colle-
Linder as business manager. This is
the annual for the school and was
to construct a nice baseball diamond, and
ton can achieve an economic balance that
first published last year.
to uniform six teams for the Little Boys
cannot be disrupted entirely by a few
The officers were elected by the
League. At the next step funds were found
hours of wind and rain.
staff of the yearbook which is com-
posed of: Kay Blocker, Jackie Bish-
to equip a football team at the Junior High
op, Sandy Sanders, Kenny Rowe,
School and furnish all the trimmings such
It's amazing how some of the great be-
Jimmy White, Bill Harkey, Sally
as cheerleaders, pep rallies and the like
lievers in segregation, can and are endors-
Skardon, Ricky Ackerman, Margaret
All of this is good but it stops too soon.
ing a man who is not only vice president
McLeod and Jerry Bennett.
Early in the spring this annual
This was accomplished largely through
of this country, but also of the NAACP.
will be issued. The only money
the organizing of a competing Booster Club
John C. Calhoun, Ben Tillman, "Cotton" Ed
making project for this purpose will
at the Junior High. Because of this both
Smith, and others must surely be spinning
be the Miss Junior High Beauty
contest. Other proceeds will be
clubs are competing for members and rec-
in their graves if they know what their
raised at the school through the
ognition with the result that both efforts
predecessors are advocating.
sale of the annuals.
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COPY
May 5, 1960
Graves, Dr. L. J.
L. J. Graves, M. D.
510 Ingleside Avenue
Tallahassee, Florida
Dear Dr. Graves:
On behalf of the Vice President I wish to
acknowledge your letter April 20.
In 1946 the Vice President was given an
honorary membership by the Monrovia, California,
branch of the N.A.A.C.P. However, he is not a
NAACP X I
Day file
member of the organization at this time.
With best wishes,
Sincerely,
Charles K. McWhorter
Legislative Assistant
to the Vice President
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COPY
September 18, 1956
Miss Lillian G. Clifton
Clifton, Lillian G.
Eufaula
Alabama
Dear Miss Clifton:
In the temporary absence of the Vice
President from Washington, I am taking the liberty of
responding to your letter of September 10.
He was made an honorary member of the
N.A.A.C.P. by the Monrovia, California, chapter in
1946. However, he is not a member of the organization
support
day file
at this time.
I know the Vice President will appreciate the
thoughtful and friendly manner in which you wrote, as
well as the generous expression of continued confidence
in this Administration which you included, and that he
would want me to extend his best wishes to you.
Sincerely,
NAACP - membership & organization
Robert L. King
Assistant to the Vice President
RLK:mmg
mm
Sept 18, 1956
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COPY
March 31, 1956
Mr. L. N. Bagnal, President
Bagnal Lumber Company
503 Reynolds Building
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Bagnal, L. N.
Dear Mr. Bagnal:
In the temporary absence of the Vice
President from Washington, I am taking the liberty
of responding to your letter of March 19.
He was made an honorary member of
the N.A.A.C.P. by the Monrovia, California
chapter in 1946. However, he is not a member of
the organization at this time.
N.A.A.C.P. N. A. A. C.P. P.
support
folder
I know the Vice President will appreciate
the friendly and candid manner in which you wrote,
as well as the generous comments you included, and,
also, he would want me to extend his best wishes to
you.
Sincerely,
Robert L. King
3-31-56 lgg
Assistant to theVice President
RLK:lgg
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NAACP Honorary Membership (Monrovia, California) :See letter from Mrs. Betty
Hill, January 5, 1957 - folder
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COPY
January 25, 1957
Dear Betty:
As you can imagine, the past few weeks have
been especially busy for me with the opening of Congress
and the Inaugural activities, and that is the reason that I
have not replied sooner to your letter of January 5.
It was a pleasure to hear from you and to be
reminded of our early associations and your introducing me
to Lieutenant William Robinson.
Certainly one of the most significant develop-
ments during the campaign was the decided shift of Negro
votes to the Republican column. I hope that the Adminis-
tration can continue to provide leadership which will merit
this support in the future, and I can assure you that I shall
devote my efforts wholebeartedly toward this objective.
In view of your interest I thought you might like
to see a copy of the opinion I delivered in the Senate on
changing the rules of the Senate in response to a parliamen-
tary inquiry on January 4, as well as a copy of my address
at the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Dinner in New York last
October.
I particularly appreciate your letter in view of
the fact that you have been one of my friends and supporters
from the time I ran for Congress in 1946, and I would like
to take this opportunity to extend my very best wishes to you.
Sincerely,
Richard Nixon
Mrs. Betty Hill, Chairman of Public Affairs
Woman's Political Study Club of California, Inc.
1655 West 37th Place
Los Angeles 18, California
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE
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rest
ESECITIO JANOITAM
Dear Supporter,
The Los Angeles Branch of the National Association
for the Advancement of Colored People is now engaged
in a membership drive. Those who join us will have the
double satisfaction of enlisting in an organization
dedicated to the task of preserving and extending the
democratic system and of opposing by effective action
those who would subvert our democratic institutions.
The Los Angeles Branch is an affiliate of the
National NAACP, depending entirely upon support received
in the Los Angeles Community for its program.
Memberships range from $2.00 to $500.00 life
memberships. Memberships of $3.50 up entitles members
to the Crisis Magazine, our National Publication.
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ЗИИЗУА СЕИТАЯ HTUOS EASA
,TT 201
NATIONAL OFFICERS
1951
0001
President
NAACP EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Arthur B. Spingarn
LOS ANGELES OFFICERS
Chairman of the Board
Dr. Louis T. Wright
Vice-Presidents
President
Mary McLeod Bethune
Dr. E. I. Robinson
Hon. Jane M. Bolin
Nannie H. Burroughs
Vice-Presidents
Godfrey Lowell Cabot
Mrs. Vassie R. Wright
Hon. Harry E. Davis
Dr. H. Claude Hudson
Douglas P. Falconer
Rev. P. D. Lehman
Buell G. Gallagher
Rev. M. F. Mitchell
Bishop John A. Gregg
Rev. D. D. Turpeau
Rev. John Haynes Holmes
Hon. Hubert H. Humphrey
to
Secretary
Dr. William Lloyd Imes
Hon. Ira W. Jayne
to
IOT
Isadore Martin
Treasurer
53
H. L. Mitchell
L. Pearl Mitchell
Lorenzo Bowdoin
S
at
Newbold Morris
at
to
elduob
T. G. Nutter
Mary White Ovington to of
Rev. A. Clayton Powell, Sr.
CHAIRMEN
A. Philip Randolph to to
Rev. James H. Robinson
Ike Smalls
Willard S. Townsend
James H. Anderson
Membership
Bishop W. J. Walls
A.C. Kitchens
Finance
Honorary Treasurer
Mary White Ovington
at
T.
S.
Johnson
Community Coordination
Treasurer
Dr. Allan Knight Chalmers
Woodrow Redo
Assistant Treasurer
Libby Clark
Press and Publicity
Dr. Channing H. Tobias
Everett Porter
Legal Redress
Thomas G. Nuesom
Legislation
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Labor and Industry
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Secretary
Louise Bradshaw
Education
Roy Wilkins
Acting Secretary
Blanch Patterson
Entertainment
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Administrative Assistant
John H. Dial, Jr.
Youth Work
Thurgood Marshall
Special Counsel
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Veterans
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Rev. L.L. White
Church Work
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Constance Motley
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Co-chairman
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Assistant Special Counsel
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Director of Branches
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Leah Brock
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U. Simpson Tate
Benjamin H. Graham
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N. W. Griffin
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Lucille Black
Membership Secretary
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Ruby Hurley
Youth Secretary
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Clarence Mitchell
Labor Secretary
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Walter P. Offutt, Jr. Church Secretary
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Rufus W. Smith
Loren Miller
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James W. Ivy
Matilda Parker
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Fred M. Roberts
Henry Lee Moon
John Slevin
Director of Public Relations
Leon W. Stewart
Leslie S. Perry
Administrative Assistant
David F. Wilson
Washington Bureau
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National Association MONROVIA for BRANCH the Advancement fill
of Colored People
MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA
New 9th, 1946.
mr. Richard m. nixon.
320 E Walnet At.
Whitties, Calif.
Dear Mr. Nixon.
The of N.A.A.C.P.
Victordous achievement.
Congratulates your for your
and wish you good luck.
My sincerely
fullianB. Ward.
Branch President
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