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Twitter reacts to death of Walter Strauss, founder of Atlanta retail institution

Walter Strauss, founder of Walter’s Clothing, a downtown institution, died at 94. A wreath is placed outside the store. CREDIT: CHRIS JOYNER
Walter Strauss, founder of Walter’s Clothing, a downtown institution, died at 94. A wreath is placed outside the store. CREDIT: CHRIS JOYNER
By Shelia Poole
July 28, 2018

Walter Strauss fled Nazi Germany at 13 for a new life in the United States.

He ended up building a retail institution, Walter’s Clothing, in downtown Atlanta.

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For generations, men flocked to Walter’s for the latest in sneakers and clothing. His customers included sports figures and celebrities.

Social media reacted to his death at 94.

About the Author

Shelia has worked at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for more than 30 years. Previously, she worked at The Lexington Herald-Leader and The Louisville Defender. Her beat is a bit of a mixed bag that includes religion and spirituality, culture and trends, race and aging. She earned degrees from Spelman College and Northwestern University.

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