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[Form letter from Jeff Davis, Caradine R. Hooton and T. C. Gardner - February 6, 1941]
A form letter from Jeff Davis, Caradine R. Hooton and T. C. Gardner, United Texas Drys, dated February 6, 1941. The letter provides information regarding the youth march on the Capitol.
Date:
February 6, 1941
Creator:
Davis, Jeff; Hooton, Caradine R. & Gardner, T. C.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[BAPTIST STANDARD, DALLAS, TEXAS. Volume LVII, Number 32, August 9, 1945. 15 pages]
An issue of the BAPTIST STANDARD (Dallas, Texas) from August 9, 1945. The first page of fifteen includes: SOME DANGEROUS TRENDS by T. C. GARDNER ; Alto Frio Encampment by G. S. Hopkins ; T. N. Carswell Joins Staff Of United Texas Drys ; Why Southern Baptists Do Not Affiliate With the Federal Council of Churches by F. M. McCONNELL. Page six includes: "This Is No Place For A Man Like You" by Millard A. Jenkens. Page eleven includes: UNITED TEXAS DRYS - Our Field Workers.
Date:
August 9, 1945
Creator:
Baptist General Convention of Texas
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to J. D. Riddle - June 11, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. J. D. Riddle, First Baptist Church, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated June 11, 1941. Davis advises Riddle that Judge Miller has taken the case. Davis has directed Brother Moore to contact Miller and "let him get busy on the mandamus proceedings".
Date:
June 11, 1941
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - December 26, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated December 26, 1941. Davis advises of illnesses having prevented his travel to conference with Carswell but that he will travel as soon as he can before they launch their drive in February. The reverse side includes a list of names handwritten by [T. N. Carswell]; Capt. Robt. F. S. Barry, Sgt. James O. Stennett, Sgt. Arnold A. Nored, Actg. St. Sgt. Billie J. Hale.
Date:
December 26, 1941
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Art Forum Pressbook, 1943-1944]
Pressbook documenting art events in Abilene, Texas, from 1943 to 1944 with emphasis on those of the Texas Federation of Women's Clubs Sixth District. The study theme for the year was "Book Reviews in Art." Included were clippings and catalogs of the Abilene Museum of Fine Arts and clippings about an Annual art and Hobby Show. One section includes clippings about army artists.
Date:
1943/1944
Creator:
Carpenter, Allie Mae
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Form letter and Flyer: From Jeff Davis - February 27, 1941]
A form letter from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 27, 1941. A pep talk and an advisement regarding the action needed to get House Bill 373, Senate Bill 69 and House Bill 209 passed. Attached is a flyer: Steps of Progress written and illustrated by Charles A. Wells, a publication which lists and defines "IMPORTANT BILLS NOW BEFORE THE LEGISLATURE" - House Bill 209, H. B. No. 239, H. B. 373, Senate Bill No. 69, S. B. No. 112, H. B. No. 250, H. B. No. 261, H. J. R. No. 12.
Date:
February 27, 1941
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - January 27, 1941]
A letter written to Dr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated January 27, 1941. Davis asks Carswell to write or wire his Senator in reference to the liquor traffic bringing pressure to defeat the confirmation of the appointment of Dr. W. D. Bradfield as Chairman of the Texas Liquor Control Board.
Date:
January 27, 1941
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - May 29, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated May 29, 1942. Davis advises Carswell that they are making a move on June 8 to get war time prohibition on the July Primary ballot and warns to keep mum until it is presented to the Democratic Committee. The reverse side includes a list of names handwritten by Carswell: Col. Finch, Maj. Bolling, W. Skinner.
Date:
May 29, 1942
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Bronco, Yearbook of Hardin-Simmons University, 1948
Yearbook for Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas includes photos of and information about the university, student body, professors, and organizations.
Date:
1948
Creator:
Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type:
Yearbook
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Bronco, Yearbook of Hardin-Simmons University, 1947
Yearbook for Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas includes photos of and information about the university, student body, professors, and organizations.
Date:
1947
Creator:
Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type:
Yearbook
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The H-SU Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 32, No. 24, Ed. 1, Saturday, April 3, 1948
Weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date:
April 3, 1948
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The H-SU Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 29, No. 23, Ed. 1, Saturday, March 24, 1945
Weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date:
March 24, 1945
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The H-SU Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 24, No. 25, Ed. 1, Saturday, April 6, 1940
Weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date:
April 6, 1940
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The H-SU Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 24, No. 21, Ed. 1, Saturday, March 2, 1940
Weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date:
March 2, 1940
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The H-SU Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 24, No. 30, Ed. 1, Saturday, May 11, 1940
Weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date:
May 11, 1940
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Report from the Committee on Nominations - 1941]
A report from the Committee on Nominations listing the names of members of the Committee on Nominations, the Executive Committee, the Finance Committee, the United Youth Day Crusaders Committee and the State Board of Directors.
Date:
1941
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Range Rider, Volume 3, Number 1, January, 1949
The Hardin-Simmons alumni newsletter includes information regarding events at the school and news about university students, staff, and alumni.
Date:
January 1949
Creator:
Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - January 22, 1945]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated January 22, 1945. McKenzie advises that the last letter addressed to Carswell came back and that if this letter comes back he will take it that Carswell has moved and can no longer serve on the committee. Handwritten reply by Carswell dated January 27, 1945 advises McKenzie to "Do as you please. Did not ask it to begin with and see no reason to suggest or request appointment now. Cordially, TNC.".
Date:
January 22, 1945
Creator:
McKenzie, Walter H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - January 29, 1945]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated January 29, 1945. McKenzie replies to a letter from Carswell explaining that he has no desire to leave Carswell off the executive committee and the reason for his letter was due to receiving a notification that the address had been changed to Washington, D. C. McKenzie assures Carswell of his desire to have Carswell's cooperation and influence, to hear from him occasionally and to see him if he comes to Dallas.
Date:
January 29, 1945
Creator:
McKenzie, Walter H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - June 17, 1943]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated June 17, 1943. Davis advises Carswell that the Executive Committee, composed of George Sargeant, Edgar P. Haney, and Dr. Julian Atwood, informed him that they were impressed with Carswell as Davis' logical successor and that Dr. Francis A. Buddin would be contacting him. Notation at bottom of page advises of Carswell having answered on June 27, 1943.
Date:
June 17, 1943
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 34, No. 2, Ed. 1, Saturday, September 24, 1949
Weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date:
September 24, 1949
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Bronco, Yearbook of Hardin-Simmons University, 1945
Yearbook for Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas includes photos of and information about the school, student body, professors, and organizations.
Date:
1945
Creator:
Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type:
Yearbook
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The H-SU Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 24, No. 31, Ed. 1, Saturday, May 18, 1940
Weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes local, state and campus news along with advertising.
Date:
May 18, 1940
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Art Forum Record Book, 1949]
Scrapbook that highlights the activities of American Art Week in communities throughout Texas, including reports from museums, art organizations, and public schools and institutions of higher learning. This book was entered into the American Art Week contest. Ribbons saying "Texas Art" are on the front cover. With each clipping, the number of inches of newspaper print devoted to art and the circulation numbers of each of the papers is included. The focus is on local art events during American Art Week, but also included are activities of federated and non-federated clubs statewide.
Date:
1949
Creator:
Carpenter, Allie Mae
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History