Letters, Mar. 4, 1957

The Strong Man

Sir:

Your brilliant Feb. 18 story of the Rev. Martin Luther King is a picture of early Christianity. It left me ashamed of my own ministry as I realized how cowardly I have been in the struggle for justice, mercy and equality. Thank you for opening my eyes, and congratulations on a thought-provoking piece of journalism.

FRANK A. KOSTYU Pastor

Immanuel Evangelical and Reformed Church Alliance, Ohio

Sir:

Thank you for a heartening story. May King's words live in history: "The strong man is the man who can stand up for his rights and not hit back."

JAMES H. S. MOYNAHAN

Milton, Mass.

Sir:

Have just read your...

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