Letter from Campbell to Russell and Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesHoping that Clemson will learn something about acceptance as Gantt is being integrated, explaining that all religions teach to love all men of whatever colour or race.
1963-01-19
Letter from Candler to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesNotice that the minister called to express for himself and his members their appreciation of Edwards leadership and offer their support.
Letter from Cart to Edwards,Clemson University LibrariesCongratulating Clemson on how it has handled the Gantt situation.
Letter from Cashman to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesPostcard congratulating Edwards on the orderly and dignifed manner expressed in accepting Gantt into Clemson.
Letter from Cashman to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesPostcard congratulating Edwards on the orderly and dignifed manner expressed in accepting Gantt into Clemson.
Letter from Cassel to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExplaining that the Civil War is over and the black man should be free just as much as any other man. Also accusing the South that their poor treatment of the black population is what is leading to the growing up to 'juvenile delinquentes.'
Letter from Cassel to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExplaining that the Civil War is over and the black man should be free just as much as any other man. Also accusing the South that their poor treatment of the black population is what is leading to the growing up to 'juvenile delinquentes.'
Letter from Cauthen to Cauthen, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesEnclosing a copy of a press release and explaining why no one in the government was consulted, as they did not want to associate anyone to any of the repercussion which might arise. He also states that in canvassing the boards of the trade groups involved, they did not encounter a single dissenting vote.
Letter from Cauthen to Georage A. LeMaistre, April 1963Clemson University LibrariesDiscussing of the burst of violence that occurred in Mississippi and that it may have been prevented if business people acted sooner. In order to prevent such a thing from occuring in Alabama, a list of nine precautions are listed in order to keep the peace and keep frederal troops from flying in. Among these things appear to suggest going against the Governor is he does not do an adequate job of keeping things calm, but keeping him in good favour until then.
Letter from Cauthen to Georage A. LeMaistre, April 1963Clemson University LibrariesDiscussing of the burst of violence that occurred in Mississippi and that it may have been prevented if business people acted sooner. In order to prevent such a thing from occuring in Alabama, a list of nine precautions are listed in order to keep the peace and keep frederal troops from flying in. Among these things appear to suggest going against the Governor is he does not do an adequate job of keeping things calm, but keeping him in good favour until then.
Letter from Chalker to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesTelegram explaining how Clemson has made him proud as maturity and a sense of history are suddenly more important.
Letter from Childers to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesThanking Edwards for the dignified manner which he has handled the Gantt case and asking him to admitte Gantt in as normal a way as possible.
1963-01-24
Letter from Chosland to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesClearing up any miss understandings in a previous letter by saying he was refering to the Southern Association's action after the Oxford incident that they were not in favour with the Governor and would take action if Chancellor William did not do something.
Letter from Chosland to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesClearing up any miss understandings in a previous letter by saying he was refering to the Southern Association's action after the Oxford incident that they were not in favour with the Governor and would take action if Chancellor William did not do something.
Letter from Clark to Edwards, August 1962Clemson University LibrariesThanking Edwards for the informationg and planning the to meet him at the South Carolina Association of Colleges at Clemson on October 27th.
1962-08-07
Letter from Clay to Edwards,Clemson University LibrariesExplaining that it goes against God's commandments to allow people of different races to mix and that segregation should still stand despite political power.
Letter from Coarsey to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesRejecting Edwards invitation to the graduation exercises, and also praising the Shanklins family for helping him during his time at Clemson.
1963-01-18
Letter from Cohn to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesTelegram congratulating Edwards for his intelligent solution to the Gantt situation and offering the WLOS-TV services.
1963-01-25
Letter from Coleman to John F. Kennedy, October 1962Clemson University LibrariesExpressing his anger at the integration at the University of Mississippi and accusing the president of trying to take over the country in a Soviet-type Control.
1962-10-04
Letter from Collins to ,Clemson University LibrariesClaiming the Kennedy's to be communists and traitors to the USA for using the US Army to seize the property of the citizens of Mississippi.
Letter from Collins to Edwards, October 1962Clemson University LibrariesRequesting that Clemson integrate Gantt quietly and without publicity so not to play into the hands of the NAACP
Letter from Concerned Clemson Alumni to Clemson Student, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesLetter urging Clemson students to completely ignore Gantt and say nothing to the press about him as a means of making him leave, as it is believe that Gantt is not at Clemson for education by for publicity.
Letter from Concerned Clemson Alumni to Clemson Student, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesLetter urging Clemson students to completely ignore Gantt and say nothing to the press about him as a means of making him leave, as it is believe that Gantt is not at Clemson for education by for publicity.
Letter from Conolly to John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesClaiming the Kennedys as being 'white skin barbarians' and telling them to take their communism and evil laws out of the Christian nation of the USA as God will punish them for going against His words not to mix with other people.
1963-01-19
Letter from Conolly to Kennedy Brothers, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesClaiming the Kennedys as being 'white skin barbarians' and telling them to take their communism and evil laws out of the Christian nation of the USA as God will punish them for going against His words not to mix with other people.
1963-01-19
Letter from Cooper to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExplaining that he talked with many people from different states and they all extended their congratulations to Clemson for how it handled the Gantt situation.
Letter from Cox to All Clemson Students, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesInforming students of the situation with Gantt and that they should remain on their best behaviour while the press is around. Also letting them know that they should carry their identification card with them at all times and instructions on what to do if there is disorder.
Letter from Cox to All Clemson Students, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesInforming students of the situation with Gantt and that they should remain on their best behaviour while the press is around. Also letting them know that they should carry their identification card with them at all times and instructions on what to do if there is disorder.
Letter from Cox to Clemson Students, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesNewletter explaining that Gantt will be admitted into Clemson College and that students must carry their identification cards on them at all times and that if there is any disorder that breaks out where the students should go to be safe.
Letter from Cox to Clemson Students, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesNewletter explaining that Gantt will be admitted into Clemson College and that students must carry their identification cards on them at all times and that if there is any disorder that breaks out where the students should go to be safe.
Letter from Cox to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpressing her joy for Clemson admitting Gantt and how wonderful Edward and Gressette are for doing so, though she thinks it best there be no publicity.
Letter from Cox to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpressing her joy for Clemson admitting Gantt and how wonderful Edward and Gressette are for doing so, though she thinks it best there be no publicity.
Letter from Cox to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpressing her joy for Clemson admitting Gantt and how wonderful Edward and Gressette are for doing so, though she thinks it best there be no publicity.
Letter from Crenshaw to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpressing that he is proud to be a South Carolinean with the wonderful way in which Clemson has handled the Gantt situation.
Letter from Crouch to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpresssing that Edwards has shown evidence of commendable courage and determination to follow through with Gantt's admission without protest.
1963-01-26
Letter from Crowder to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesComplimenting Clemson for how it has handled the Gantt situation as whether to integrate or not to integrate is now longer the questions, but how the schools reacts.
1963-01-31
Letter from Davis to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpressing his appreciation for the responsible manner in which Clemson has faced the Gantt situation and keeping Clemson in his prayers.
Letter from Deane to Edwards, September 1962Clemson University LibrariesClemson student saying that he also has a few ideas on how to keep the peace and asking to be allowed into any serious discussions with Edwards or the student leaders on this matter.
1962-09-30
Letter from Deane to The Public, October 1962Clemson University LibrariesA Clemson student urging others to peacefully protest against the integration of Gantt before it's too late by writing to higher officials.
1962-10-01
Letter from Deflower to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesAsking for a brochure of Clemson college as the way Clemson has handled the Gantt admission speaks of an aristocracy of mind and spirit most worthy that it must reach over into academic quality in the classroom.
1963-01-29
Letter from Degais to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExplaining that she is not in favour of the integration, but thanks God for Edwards integrity and prays that God will richly bless Clemson.
Letter from Degais to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExplaining that she is not in favour of the integration, but thanks God for Edwards integrity and prays that God will richly bless Clemson.
Letter from Degais to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExplaining that she is not in favour of the integration, but thanks God for Edwards integrity and prays that God will richly bless Clemson.
Letter from Depass to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesApologizing for what Clemson has been going through with the Gantt case and expressing that he hopes Gantt will enter Clemson peacefully.
Letter from Depass to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesA decorative card with boats and water. The letter expresses DePass' belief that integration will lower the average intelligence of Americans and wishing that Gantt will not be admitted, but if he is that it will be done so peacefully.
Letter from Depass to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesA decorative card with boats and water. The letter expresses DePass' belief that integration will lower the average intelligence of Americans and wishing that Gantt will not be admitted, but if he is that it will be done so peacefully.
Letter from Depass to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesApologizing for what Clemson has been going through with the Gantt case and expressing that he hopes Gantt will enter Clemson peacefully.
Letter from Depass to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesA decorative card with boats and water. The letter expresses DePass' belief that integration will lower the average intelligence of Americans and wishing that Gantt will not be admitted, but if he is that it will be done so peacefully.
Letter from Derrick to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesAppreciating Edwards intellectual understanding of the situation that Clemson was facing and showing his support.
1963-01-07
Letter from Doar to Edwards, November 1962Clemson University LibrariesAttachment of a clipping from a Boston newspaper, and asking that Clemson show the world that there is another side to the South then that shown that Old Miss.
1962-11-21
Letter from Dorn to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesEnclosing a copy of a letter that Dorn had sent to the presidents and showing pride in the administration of Clemson.
1963-01-25
Letter from Dorn to President Kennedy, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpressing his confidence that Edwards will handle Gantt's integration peacefully so there will be no need for federal troops to intervene.
1963-01-25
Letter from Durst to Edwards, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesCongratulating Clemson for the fine manner in which it has prepared for and executed the entrance of Gantt.
1963-01-29
Letter from Durst to Philip S. Finn, March 1963Clemson University LibrariesExpressing his anger over having to accept Gantt and explaining he does not want to give the appearance of welcoming Gantt, but wants to avoid inflamatory incidents.
1963-03-25
Letter from Duvall to Clemson Alumni, November 1962Clemson University LibrariesCriticizing Edwards for his comments on the Gantt case, saying that Clemson fighting Gantt in the first place is what has tarnished its 'good name.'
Letter from Edwards regarding Clemson's response to Gantt's legal action, July 1962Clemson University LibrariesAttachments of copies of the Summons, Complaint, and Motion for Preliminary Injuction which were contained in the Civil Action #4101. These were to be filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of South Carolina by Harvey B. Gantt who was seeking admission to Clemson College.
Letter from Edwards to Bell, October 1962Clemson University LibrariesInviting Bell to meet him and explaining that Clemson College plans to do everything possible to comply with the law and the policies of the state.
Letter from Edwards to Bell, October 1962Clemson University LibrariesInviting Bell to meet him and explaining that Clemson College plans to do everything possible to comply with the law and the policies of the state.
Letter from Edwards to Brown, April 1963Clemson University LibrariesExplaining to Brown the total expenses of the Law Enforcement Division and State Highway Patrol, while recommeding that hte funds be covered by the General Assembly. Also listing the additional expenses the college has absorbed due to the Gantt case.
1963-04-10
Letter from Edwards to Brown, October 1962Clemson University LibrariesAcknowleding the tear sheet from the New York Times and explaining that it was a full page spread by the NAACP seeking to solicit $750,000 to pay the cost of keeping Mrs. Motley and her cohorts in business. Edwards explains he cannot contribute the full amount to this payment.
1962-10-26
Letter from Edwards to Clark attaching a copy of a court order regarding Civil Action 4101, September 1962Clemson University LibrariesAttachment of a copy of the Opinion and Order from Judge C.C. Wyche for the Western District of South Carolina in Civil Action 4101 in which he sets forth his reasons for denying the Motion of Harvey B. Gantt for a Preliminary Injunction. Also copies of the Notice of Motion and Motion for Order Advancing Date of Hearing Appeal from Denial of Preliminary Injunction and Motion for Injunction Pending Appeal.
1962-09-18
Letter from Edwards to Clark, December 1962Clemson University LibrariesEnclosing a copy of the Defendant's Brief, the Palintiff's Brieff, and Judge Wyche's "Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Opinion."
Letter from Edwards to Clark, December 1962Clemson University LibrariesEnclosing a copy of the Defendant's Brief, the Palintiff's Brieff, and Judge Wyche's "Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Opinion."
Letter from Edwards to Durst, March 1963Clemson University LibrariesThanking him for fowarding a letter from Phil Finn and discussing the contents of said letter. He explains that he does not know what Phil plans to do, and that he has already reviewed with him why they can not employ his services in this case, but would be happy to take any suggestions from him.
1963-03-26
Letter from Edwards to Edwards,Clemson University LibrariesCongratulating Edwards his progressiveness for accepting Gantt into Clemson as it makes the American flag fly higher and helps fight Communism.
Letter from Edwards to Edwards, October 1962Clemson University LibrariesAsking Edwards to accept Gantt as she has taken classes with POC before and found no disturbance from them.
1962-10-05
Letter from Edwards to Fair, April 1963Clemson University LibrariesSending his support to Fair on the James Meredith case that Mississippi is currently facing, which is similar to the Gantt case.
1963-04-06
Letter from Edwards to Foster, November 1962Clemson University LibrariesEnclosing the original application card of Harold Courtney Seigler, Jr., identified as Plaintiff's Exhibit No. 49 in Civil Action 4101
Letter from Edwards to Furman president regarding Clemson's response to Gantt's legal action, July 1962Clemson University LibrariesAttachments of copies of the Summons, Complaint, and Motion for Preliminary Injuction which were contained in the Civil Action #4101. These were to be filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of South Carolina by Harvey B. Gantt who was seeking admission to Clemson College.
1962-07-28
Letter from Edwards to Governor Hollings, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesListing the plan of action in order to keep the peace while Gantt is being admitted, consisting of three parts, while asking for the Governor's approval.
Letter from Edwards to Governor Hollings, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesListing the plan of action in order to keep the peace while Gantt is being admitted, consisting of three parts, while asking for the Governor's approval.
Letter from Edwards to Governor Russell, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesTransmitting a copy of an extract from the minutes of a special meeting of the Clemson Board of Trustees held in Columbia, SC. Also notifying that J.P Stren and Frank Thompson were expected at Clemson later that day to help complete plans and make preparations for law enforcement when Gantt is admitted to the college.
1963-01-25
Letter from Edwards to Gressett, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesThanking the Senator for his support and address at the hearing reguarding Gantt. Edwards quotes the judges decision on the matter that Ganett should be treated just as any other white student, and that no one should be allowed to suade the other students opinions of Ganett. Edward attempts to defend himself by saying that was never his intention and that his "only concern has been that Clemson students understand that the rules and regulations relating to student discipline."
Letter from Edwards to Gressett, January 1963Clemson University LibrariesThanking the Senator for his support and address at the hearing reguarding Gantt. Edwards quotes the judges decision on the matter that Ganett should be treated just as any other white student, and that no one should be allowed to suade the other students opinions of Ganett. Edward attempts to defend himself by saying that was never his intention and that his "only concern has been that Clemson students understand that the rules and regulations relating to student discipline."
Letter from Edwards to Gressette regarding college board exam scores of Gantt and Fludd, July 1961Clemson University LibrariesEdwards writes they have received college board exam scores for applicants who took the test on June 29 and neither Fludd nor Gantt were on the list of applicants. He states the next board exam is on August 9 and the scores wouldn't come in till early September. Clemson will not take any further action on their applications till scores are received. Coooper, Byrnes, Brown, D.W. Robinson, and attorney Watkins are CCed.
1961-07-20
Letter from Edwards to Gressette with solution to "problem at hand", September 1961Clemson University LibrariesEdwards believes they have found a solution to the "problem at hand" which is to discontinue acceptance of additional transfer students as of August 31. States that new students have to report to Clemson by September 8 and that amount of time isn't enough for the Director of Admissions to properly process those applications. 51 students have been informed their applications were not completed in time and any new applications received will be considered for enrollment in February 1962.