1629/108 National Domestic Workers Union

Marten Luther Jr., Center For Social Change, 1973-1977 THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 671 Beckwith Street, S. W., , Georgia 30314 (404) 524-1956

February 11, 1976

Mrs. Dorothy Bolden Executive Director Domestic Workers Union 52 Fairlie Street, N.W. FEB 1? Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Dear Mrs. Bolden:

I want to thank you once again for your participation in our March and Rally for Full Employment as part of The King Center's celebration of my husband's 47th birthday. In donating your valuable time and your special insights regarding our nation's number one problem, you made a significant contribution to the furtherance of my husband's ideals and work.

For me personally, the occasion was a most meaningful and memorable experience. The March and Rally provided a format whereby people like yourself could express on behalf of your constituency your concerns and give recommendations regarding the alleviation of unemployment in this country.

Thank you very much for joining us and I sincerely hope that we will continue to work cooperatively on solving the number one problem that is presently affecting all Americans and also other areas of concern that must be addressed if this country is to be the country it was meant to be. Please know, too, that you have the profound gratitude of the King Family, the King Center's directors, trustees and staff.

Mrs. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Dictated by Mrs. King and signed in her absence.

Mrs Martin Luther King, Jr. Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr. Mr. Harry Belafonte Mr. Harry Wachtel Mrs. Christine King Farris Miss Dora E. McDonald Mr. Stanley Levison President Honorary President Vice President Vice President and Counsel Treasurer Secretary Assistant Secretary

Congressman Walter E. Fauntroy Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Congressman Andrew J. Young Rev. Calvin S. Morris Chairman, Board ol Directors Chairman, Board of Trustees Chairman, Advisory Council Executive Director Vi»*«# THE MARTIN LUTHER JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 671 Beckwith Street. S. W., Atlanta, Georgia 30314 (404) 524-1956

October 26, 1976

Mrs. Dorothy Bolden Domestic Workers Union 52 Fairlie Street, N.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Dear Dorothy:

As you know, each year since the death of my husband, The Martin Luther King, Jr., Center for Social Change has sponsored a national celebration in Atlanta on the date of his birth, January 15.

The time is upon us to develop and announce plans for this our 9th Annual Celebration. In recognition of this fact I am inviting some of our key supporters to join me at my home on November 4, 1976 at 7:45 A.M. for a brief breakfast/planning meeting.

Knowing and appreciating your steadfast support of The King Center, I truly hope you will be able to attend this most important gathering. My address is 234 Sunset Avenue, N.W.

Sincerely yours

Mrs. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Mrs Martin Luther King. Jr. Re». Martin Luther King. Sr. Mr. Harry Belafonte Mr. Harry Wachtel Mn. Christine King Farris M u Dora E. McDonald M . Stanley Levtson President Assistant Secretary

Congressman Walter E. Fauntroy Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Congressman Andre»» J. Young Re«. Calvin S. Monis Chairman. Board ol Directors Chairman. Board of Trustees Chairman. Advisory Council Executive Director Vi»™** THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 671 Beckwith Street, S. W., Atlanta, Georgia 30314 ( 4 0 * ' iOCC

February22, 1977

Mrs. DorothyBolden National DomesticWorkers Union 52 Fairlie Street, N.W. Atlanta, Georgia30303

DearMrs. Bolden:

I wouldlike to express my sincere thanks and appreciationto you for serving as an honorary Co-Chairpersonto the Full EmploymentConference Committeefor our 1977 Annual Program, plannedaroundMartin’s 48th birthday celebration. It was quitesuccessful.

TheAnnual January Programis now history. ThisProgram, the Inaugural activities duringthe following week and the subsequent confirmation and swearing-in of (my husband’s colleagueand King Center Board Member) as ourAmbassador to the United Nationsgave pause for grateful reflectionas wetook full cognizanceof the great strides that have been madesince Montgomery,1955.

We are, however, equallycognizant that there is still much unfinishe d work and weenlist your continuedsupport of ourendeavors and our Programs as we hastenthe day that men will live togetheras brothers and usetheircreative capacities to overcomethe evils that prevent us from improvingour quality of life.

Again, my profound gratitude for yourparticipation in our Program.

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Scott King Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr. Mr. Harry Belafonte Mr. Stanley Levison Mr. Harry Wachtel Mrs. Christine King Farris Miss Dora E. McDonald President Honorary President Vice President Vice President Vice President Treasurer Secreta ry

Congressman Walter E. Fauntroy Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Congressman Andrew J. Young Dr. Maxie C. Jackson, Jr. Chairman, Board of Directors Chairman, Board of Trustees Chairman, Advisory Council Administrator Keaaing Acaaemy THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 671 Beckwith Street, S.W ., Atlanta, Georgia 30314 (404) 522-4959

March 22, 1977

Dear Task Force Member:

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Social Change - Reading Academy is pleased to enjoy your vital contributuion as a member of the Reading Academy Task Force. Our meeting on March 9, 1977 was well attended and quite profitable for the academy. The wealth of expertise represented on the Task Force assures maximum community input needed to insure academy growth.

Our discussions brought forth such a variety of wor t h ­ while suggestions from each Task Force member that we feel the need to individually speak with each member in order to allow full disclosure of ideas and comments. In the near future we will be calling on you to discuss several issues of relevance to academy operations.

Find enclosed a few descriptive fliers of the academy which were discussed during the March 9th meeting.

Again, we warmly welcome your participation as a Task Force member, and eagerly await additional meetings with you. Do not hesitate to call us, or to visit us.

In anticipation of our next meeting, I remain

Martin Luther King, Jr. Reading Academy

Mrs. Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr. Mr. Harry Belafonte Mr. Stanley Lcvison Mr. Horry Wachtel Mrs. Christine King Farris Miss Dora E. McDonald President Honorary President Vice President Vice President Vice President Treasurer Secretary

Congressman Walter E. Fauntroy Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Congressman Andrew J. Young Dr. Maxie C. Jackson, Jr. ’ Chairman, Board of Directors Chairman, Board of Trustees Chairman, Advisory Council Administrator THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE

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THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 671 Beckwith Street, S. W., Atlanta, Georgia 30314 (404)524-1956

July 23, 1976

Dear Friend and Supporter:

Knowing of your interest in and commitment to social change, we invite you to our First Annual Institute on .

Our theme for the Institute is "Nonviolence in a Violent Society". We are bringing together a cross section of local, national and international luminaries to deliberate for a full week on a number of critical issues facing mankind and to hopefully develop nonviolent alternatives for their resolve.

As my husband often said "our choice is between nonviolence and nonexistance!", wont you join with us for what promises to be a most rewarding and challenging week.

Please find enclosed a complete schedule of activities. For additional information please call 524-1956. I do hope your schedule will permit your attending.

Sincerely yours

Mrs. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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M-v. Martin Luther King, Jr. ftfr. Stanley La»non President Attirarti Secretary THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 671 Beckwith Street, S. W., Atlanta, Georgia 30314 (404) 524-1956

September 10, 1976

TO: Mrs. Dorothy Bolden FROM: Mrs. Coretta Scott King RE: Enclosed Photographs

Enclosed please find a copy of the photograph taken during the August 26, 1976 Atlanta meeting regarding the formation of a Southern Full Employment Coalition.

We are moving forward with the Coalition and would again like to express our appreciation for your significant input into this effort.

CSK/gsb

Mrs Martin Luther King, Jr. Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr. Mr. Harry Belafonte Mr. Harry Wachtel Mrs. Christine King Farris Miss Dora E. McDonald Mr. Stanley Levison President Honorary President Vice President Vice President and Counsel Treasurer Secretary Assistant Secretary

Congressman Walter E. Fauntroy Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Congressman Andrew J. Young Rev. Calvin S. Morris Chairman, Board of Directors Chairman, Board o f Trustees Chairman, Advisory Council Executive Director Reading Academy THE MARTIN LUTHER JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 67! Beckwith Street, S. W., Atlanta, Georgia 30314

Dear Friend:

We are delighted in knowing of your interest in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Social Change Reading Academy. It is certainly your continued interest and support that assures the continuance of our adult literacy program.

We would like to inform you of our next planned training session geared to train and/or refine the skills of literacy volunteers and academy staff members. You, of course are invited to attend and participate in our learning experience.

The next will be held

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If you have a moment, stop by to join us. Feel free to inform other interested persons. We welcome all persons who possess an interest in eliminating illiteracy.

Have a good day!

Linda Burton, Director The Martin Luther King, Jr. Reading Academy

Mrs. Coretta Scott King Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr. Mr. Harry Belofonte Mr. Stanl.y L.vison Mr. Harry Wochtel Mrs. Christina King Forris Mss Dora E. McDonald President Honorary President Vice Protidont Vice President Vice Froiidonl Treasurer Secretory

Congressman Walter E. Fauntroy Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Congressman Andrew J. Young Dr. Maxie C. Jackson, Jr. Chairman, Board of Director» Chairman, Board of Truti— t Chairman, Advitory Council Administrator THE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE

INSTITUTE ON NONVIOLENCE IN A VIOLENT SOCIETY

Monday, July 26, 1976

Opening Session -- 9:00 a.m. -- GREETINGS

Participants: The Honorable Emma I. Darnell; The Honorable Maynard H. Jackson; Dr. Grant S. Shockley; Mr. John Ryor; Mrs. Coretta Scott King; The Honorable Andrew J. Young

Second Session -- 1:30 p.m. -- NON VIOLENCE AND SOCIAL CHANGE: AN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE

Participants: Ms. Constance Curry; Dr. Randolph T. Blackwell; The Reverend James M. Lawson

Third Session -- 3:30 p.m. -- VIOLENCE AND NONVIOLENCE IN THE AMERICAN TRADITION IN RELATION TO CRIME

Participants: The Reverend Cameron Alexander; Mr. John Lewis; Dr. L. Harold DeWolf

Tuesday, July 27, 1976

Fourth Session — 9:00 a.m. -- THE PHILOSOPHICAL AND THEOLOGICAL BASIS OF NONVIOLENCE

Participants: The Reverend James M. Lawson; The Reverent Otis Moss, Jr.;.The Reverend Will Campbell; The Reverend Williams Holmes Borders; Dr. Major Jones

Fifth Session — 1:30 p.m. -- VIOLENCE AND NONVIOLENCE: PERSONAL AND INSTITUTIONAL

Participants: The Honorable Panke Bradley; Mr. John Lewis; Dr. Charles King; Mrs. Dorothy F. Cotton

Wednesday, July 28, 1976 ,*

Sixth Session -- 9:00 a.m. -- NONVIOLENCE IN EDUCATION

Participants: Dr. Robert L. Green; Ms. Anne Brotherton; Dr. Samuel B. Ethridge; Dr. Bernard Watson; Professor Erik H. Erikson

Seventh Session -- 6:00 p.m. -- VIOLENCE IN THE MEDIA

Participants: Dr. Fred R. Crawford; Mr. Hal Gulliver; Mr. James A. Bell; Mr. Ron Sailor

Thursday, July 29, 1976

Eighth Session -- 9:00 a.m. — NONVIOLENCE AND THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM

Participants: The Honorable Charles Longstreet Weltner; The Reverend Cornelius Henderson; Mr. John Boone; Mr. Charles Morgan; Mr. Harry Wachtel; Mr. C. B. King Thursday, July 29, 1976 (cont'd.)

Ninth Session -- 1:30 p.m. — NONVIOLENT STRATEGIES FOR REFORM IN THE 70* S

Participants: The Honorable Walter E. Fauntroy; Dr. Gene Sharp; Mr. Cesar Chavez; Mr. Harold Sims; Dr. Martin Luther King, Sr.; Dr. Benjamine E. Mays

Friday, July 30, 1976

Tenth Session — 9:00 a.m. -- POLITICAL PARTICIPATION AS A NONVIOLENT STRATEGY

Participants: Mr. Joseph Cumming, Jr.; The Reverend Allison Williams; The Honorable Walter E. Fauntroy; Mr. Thomas Gilmore; Dr. Robert Brisbane; Ms. Selina Burch

Closing Session -- 1:30 p.m. -- NONVIOLENCE AND THE WORLD ORDER

Participants: The Reverend C. T. Vivian; The Honorable Dr. Siteke Mwale; Dr. C. Eric Lincoln; Mrs. Coretta Scott King; Mr. John Lewis Reading Academy THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CENTER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 671 Beckwith Street, S. W.f Atlanta, Georgia 30314

Dear Friend:

We are delighted in knowing of your interest in the Martin Luther King, Jr* Center for Social Change Reading Academy. It is certainly your continued interest and support that assures the continuance of our adult li.teracy program.

We would like to inform you of our next planned training session geared to train and/or refine the skills of literacy volunteers and academy staff members. You, of course are invited to attend and participate in our learning experience.

will be held

If you have a moment, stop by to join us. Feel free to inform other interested persons. We welcome all persons who possess an interest in eliminating illiteracy.

Have a good dayI

Sincerely yours,

Linda Burton, Director The Martin Luther King, Jr. Reading Academy

King P. V. Martin Luther King, Sr. Mt. Harry Beiuiunt. Mr. Stanley l.vito n Mr. Harry Wacht.l Mr». Christine King Farris McDonald P/.jicfonf . Co.’ «' 'a S ic ft Honorary Prtsidsnt Vice Pnsidrr.t Vic Pr.iid.nt V ic President Te a Socrotory 8 Mi»« Dora E. Congressman Walter E. Fauntroy Benjamin E. Mays Congressman Andrew J. Young Dr. Mtutor axi. C. Jackson, Jr. Chairman, Board of Directors Chairman, Board of Trustees Chairman, Advisory Council Dr. Atkninisfrotor