Box 14, Folder 4, Document 121

Box 14, Folder 4, Document 121

Dear Mr. President:

Two of the most important events in the South's
distinguished athletic history will be the dedication
of Atlanta's great new municipal stadium on July 29th,
1965, and the opening day of major league baseball in
Atlanta during April, 1966.












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The City of Atlanta would be honored to have you
present on either of these occasions, and T will hope

for your consideration of this possibility.