MS01.01.01 - Box 03 - Foler 02 - General Correspondence, 1981 Part 1

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Hi David,

It appears that I am always writing letters that begin with, 'sorry it took so long to write, but . . . .' Anyway, sorry it took so long to write, but that is one of my greater weaknesses.

To bring you up to date, I am working at the Saginaw Art Museum as research librarian which will be extended to registrar/librarian in the near future. I love it! Prior to my coming here, the museum catered mainly to the white upper class. Since I've been here, I met, and became interested in a Black artist guild and have been able to schedule an exhibition for them in June 1981.

You have been quite an inspiration to me. Because I do not write, don't think you are forgotten. I'm still looking forward to re-meeting you, now that I am past the toddler stage.

Mom has gratiously donated her copy of your book to the museum, which was greatly appreciated. Needless to say, it has generated a much needed appreciation for black art. I am currently in the process

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of trying to raise funds to purchase more books for the library. Please keep me abreast of what you're are doing, because I am sincerely interested. My work address & numbers:

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Friday: 13 Feb 1981

Dear David

Thanks ever so much for breaking the silence. I was becoming a bit concerned, although I understand how involved life is at times. I suppose you must also feel at times that the day is not long enough.

This was meant to be a short note to acknowledge receipt of your letter & the book "David Driskell: A Survey." Many thanks. I shall be happy to share this gift with others.

Yours sincerely,

[SIGNED]

Peter

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April 10, 1981

Dear David,

(1) The deadline for manuscripts is [underlined in red ink] June 1, [/underlined] 1981. This is for a September, 1981 publication date.

(2) I am not going to Dallas to the NCA. Changed my mind.

(3) Get busy because I know that you have [underlined] not [/underlined] been working on the Bearden nor the Duncanson piece.

Regards,

[SIGNED]

Allon

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April 22

Dear David,

Must have been that tower!

In any case, a great kid. She looks just like Momma. What Dad could ask for more?

Best with everything,

[SIGNED]

John Thorn (?)