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

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.