The following is the text of a letter sent today [Tuesday, May 4] to parent and community leaders by Mr. Reginald Felton, president of the Board of Education:
"In view of information recently provided to the Board of Education relating to the personal finances of Dr. Elfreda W. Massie [a candidate for superintendent of schools], I have suspended any further proceedings until a complete and thorough explanation can be provided to the Board.
"Therefore, the interview sessions and press conference scheduled for this Friday, May 7, 1999, have been canceled."
