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[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - March 8, 1941]
A letter written to Dr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated March 8, 1941. Davis acknowledges his receipt of the letter of February 28 from Carswell and replies regarding the cancellation of medical licenses of doctors who are specializing in liquor prescriptions stating that he doubts it can be done under the present law. He confides regarding the liquor committee and the potential support of a bill, the appointment of a committee to work with the legal staff of the Texas Liquor Control Board and his belief of the chance for constructive legislation.
Date:
March 8, 1941
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Frederick F. Greenman to Isaac H. Kempner, December 3, 1957]
Letter from Frederick F. Greenman to Isaac H. Kempner asking if he could let Marion Harris have a chance to read it and mentions that he saw Judge Butzel in Detroit.
Date:
December 3, 1957
Creator:
Greenman, Frederick F.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - January 29, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated January 29, 1942. Davis outlines a plan to organize counties into districts then to "reach" counties by using rallys, Field Days, personal contact by Davis and by pastors presenting "matters" to their congregations.
Date:
January 29, 1942
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - February 16, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 16, 1942. Davis complains about the lack of communication from Pastors after services are held in their churches, advises that their Executive Committee approved the plan that they had discussed with Dr. Jenkens when in Abilene and notes an enclosed check to Carswell for reimbursement for his Belton trip. In postscript, Davis requests Carswell's opinion regarding asking Merkel, Tuscola and Caps to join their field day at Abilene.
Date:
February 16, 1942
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - February 24, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 24, 1942. Davis lists potential speakers for the Abilene field day suggesting that Carswell might secure Dr. White and a speaker from McMurry or ACC. He advises that Bishop Boaz has already agreed noting that last year Bro. Douglas Carver had requested Boaz.
Date:
February 24, 1942
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sigmund H. Miller to I. H. Kempner, May 16, 1952]
Letter from Sigmund H. Miller to I. H. Kempner informing about sending copies of addresses used in Annual Conference.
Date:
May 16, 1952
Creator:
Miller, Sigmund H.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - June 9, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated June 9, 1941. Davis discusses raising funds to employ legal assistance to secure mandamus proceedings on the bill. The Drug store people offered Senator Love $2700 to take their case—he declined.
Date:
June 9, 1941
Creator:
Davis, Jeff
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from James M. Baumohl to Mr. and Mrs. Harris L. Kempner, April 16, 1962]
Letter from James M. Baumohl to Mr. and Mrs. Harris L. Kempner discussing about financial requirements for the year and requesting for monetary funds towards the American Council for Judaism, along with pledge card and a note from I. H. Kempner to Harris L. Kempner.
Date:
April 16, 1962
Creator:
Baumohl, James M.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Emile E. Soubry to Harris L. Kempner, October 2, 1967]
Letter from Emile E. Soubry to Harris L. Kempner thanking him for becoming a member of the 50th Anniversary Committee for the Foreign Policy Association and providing some more information on the upcoming Anniversary Dinner.
Date:
October 2, 1967
Creator:
Soubry, Emile E.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Clarence L. Coleman, Jr. to Mr. and Mrs. I. H. Kempner, January 30, 1957]
Letter from Clarence L. Coleman, Jr. to Mr. and Mrs. I. H. Kempner elaborating about financial difficulties and requesting for timely monetary contributions.
Date:
January 30, 1957
Creator:
Coleman, Clarence L., Jr.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from the American Council for Judaism, April 1, 1953]
Letter from the American Council for Judaism discussing the speaker at the upcoming open meeting, Clarence L. Coleman. The letter also mentions the opening of the Henry Cohen Display at the Rosenberg Library.
Date:
April 1, 1953
Creator:
American Council for Judaism
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Elmer Berger to I. H. Kempner, April 27, 1953]
Letter from Elmer Berger to I. H. Kempner discussing the copy of the memorial service for Henry Cohen that Kempner sent him. Berger also discusses honoring Cohen through the work of the American Council for Judaism.
Date:
April 27, 1953
Creator:
Berger, Elmer
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from the American Council for Judaism, April 1, 1953]
Letter from the American Council for Judaism discussing the speaker at the upcoming open meeting, Clarence L. Coleman. The letter also mentions the opening of the Henry Cohen Display at the Rosenberg Library.
Date:
April 1, 1953
Creator:
American Council for Judaism
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Victor Raphals to I. H. Kempner, November 26, 1952]
Letter from Victor Raphals to I. H. Kempner requesting to update about his attendance to the meeting of the national executive committee and advisory board.
Date:
November 26, 1952
Creator:
Raphals, Victor
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jack Goren to I. H. Kempner, August 2, 1963]
Letter from Jack Goren to I. H. Kempner inviting him to serve on the committee. He notes the importance of Kempner's guidance and the minimal time commitment required. He also highlights the successful nationwide fundraising efforts and mentions that Henry S. Jacobus, Jr. has agreed to be chairman.
Date:
August 2, 1963
Creator:
Goren, Jack
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Memorandum from Jack Goren of The American Jewish Committee to members of Southwest Regional Council Executive Board, August 20, 1963]
Memorandum from Jack Goren of The American Jewish Committee to members of Southwest Regional Council Executive Board regarding a policy position that has been adopted by the American Jewish Committee with respect to the Washington March for Jobs.
Date:
August 20, 1963
Creator:
American Jewish Committee. Southwest Regional Council.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Memorandum from Jack Goren of The American Jewish Committee to Southwest Regional Council Executive Board, September 23, 1963]
Memorandum from Jack Goren of The American Jewish Committee to members of Southwest Regional Council Executive Board regrading the proposal of introducing Southwest Regional Council for better performance. And, he's writing this to get a reaction to this proposal.
Date:
September 23, 1963
Creator:
American Jewish Committee. Southwest Regional Council.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Clarence L. Coleman Jr. to Mr. Isaac H. Kempner, January 6, 1956]
Letter from Clarence L. Coleman Jr. to Mr. Isaac H. Kempner summarizing the decisions taken at semi-annual meeting of the Advisory Board and requesting for a follow-up letter displaying his acceptance. Third page contains a sample letter and fourth page contains suggested ideas for letters.
Date:
January 6, 1956
Creator:
Coleman, Clarence L., Jr.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alexander M. White to Mr. Harris L. Kempner, November 12, 1956]
Letter from Alexander M. White to Harris L. Kempner enclosing a statement of the program's objectives and discussing a report from the president of Harvard and recent developments with the program.
Date:
November 12, 1956
Creator:
A Program for Harvard College
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harry M. Epstine to Harris Leon Kempner, April 24, 1963]
Letter from Harry M. Epstine to Harris Leon Kempner regarding Harris's nomination as a member-at-large of the board of delegates. And he also mentioned about a memorial tribute for Mr. Alder.
Date:
April 24, 1963
Creator:
Epstine, Harry M.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jack Goren to I. H. Kempner, January 2, 1963]
Letter from Jack Goren to I. H. Kempner notifying Kempner of his appointment as Honorary Chairman of the Southwest Regional Council in a letter dated January 2, 1963, recognizing his valuable contributions as one of the founding members and his enduring guidance. He expresses hope for Kempner’s acceptance of the role to continue promoting civil rights.
Date:
January 2, 1963
Creator:
Goren, Jack
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Letter to Chairman Principi from Texas Gov Rick Perry
Executive Correspondence - Letter from the Office from the Governor of Texas to Chairman Principi regarding the latest legislation and efforts by local governments to maintain valuable relations with the armed forces.
Date:
June 7, 2005
Creator:
unknown
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Informational Letter: Community Outreach Center]
An informational letter from the Community Outreach Center listing out programs and events that are aimed at offering assistance to people with HIV/AIDS. This letter was sent to Dennis Vercher at the Dallas Voice, an LGBT publication.
Date:
December 1989
Creator:
Community Outreach Center
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Robert Xavier Rodriguez to Sterling Houston - March 29, 1993]
Letter from Robert Xavier Rodriguez, president of the Texas Composers Forum, to Sterling Houston, a prominent Texan playwright. His organization awarded a grant to Mr. Houston's theatre company. The two attended the same high school, and Robert has taken the opportunity to catch up. He hopes that the two can get together. Along with his letter, he has attached several clippings of work he has done as a music composer, including a stage play about Friday Kahlo, noted Mexican painter.
Date:
March 29, 1993
Creator:
Rodriguez, Robert Xavier
System:
The Portal to Texas History