</s>GENERAL JL3/Kennedy, Robert F. FG 795 June 18, 1968 HES Dear Mrs. Roth! President Johnson has asked me to thank you for your letter at this time of terrible sorrow. The President more than shares your concern over lawlessness in a country that must always draw strength from the deconcy and dedication of its people. In his words, there can be no justification for violence for teats at the fabric of our national Life. For many months the President was urged the Congress to connect stringing crime and gun control legislation. Of immediate im- portance, you want to read in full his remarks of June 5 and June 10 on combating and inquiring into the causes of violence. The enclosed copies come to you with the President's appreciation for your interest. Sincerely, Whitney Shoemaker Assistant to the President Mrs. Nathan Roth Nine Phillip Street Nassau, New York 12123 Enclosures: (6/5 televised remarks on shooting: 6/10 remarks to commission) AVBITap RECEIVED JUN 2 0 1968 CENTRAL EILES 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

John F. Kennedy's assassination records contain various letters and telegrams from individuals expressing their condolences for the death of Senator Robert F. Kennedy.

Letters were written by students, parents, and citizens across the United States, with many expressing their shock and grief over the assassination of Senator Kennedy on June 5, 1968.

Many writers suggested stricter laws and regulations to prevent such events in the future, including:

* Stricter gun control legislation
* Proper identification before entering public gatherings
* Increased punishment for violent crimes

Some letters also expressed support for President Johnson's efforts to combat violence and promote law and order.

The letters were written by individuals from various states, including California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and others.

Many of the writers were students, with some expressing their desire to become involved in politics and make a difference in their communities.

Notable names mentioned include:

* President Johnson
* Senator Robert F. Kennedy

Key dates mentioned:

* June 5, 1968

Letters from individuals to President Johnson expressing condolences for the death of Senator Robert F. Kennedy also mention concerns about lawlessness and violence in the country.

Some writers called for stricter gun control legislation, while others expressed support for President Johnson's efforts to combat violence and promote law and order.

The letters were written by individuals from various states, including California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and others.

Notable names mentioned include:

* Whitney Shoemaker (Assistant to the President)
* Robert Moore
* Mrs. William J. Oaks
* Mr. Johnson
* Robert Storrer and Kevin Terry
* Miss Shirley McDowell
* Mrs. Edd Uselton
* Mrs. L. N. Winchester
* Miss Agnes Fearis
* Mrs. Inez Criss
* Specialist James Caldwell

Locations mentioned include:

* The White House
* New York City
* Waldwick, NJ
* Ann Arbor, MI
* Pontiac, MI
* Manchester, TN
* Arcadia, CA
* South Gate, CA
* Los Angeles, CA
* San Francisco

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