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At the hotel, the mayor introduced the visitors to another massive crowd that had gathered there. He presented each of the stars with a set of demitasse cups and saucers depicting people and scenes from Atlanta history. Selznick shared his desire that the city’s residents would be happy with the film: “Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve entered Atlanta with humility and trepidation; we remain in gratitude. And it’s our fervent hope that this city, of all cities, will be pleased with our efforts.”

Vivien Leigh told the crowd, “I’ve spent quite a good deal of my time on Peachtree Street this year, and now that I’m here, it feels, well, just as if I were coming home.”