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[Letter from David S. Kennard to Sarah Kennard, June 11, 1862]
Letter from David S. Kennard to his mother, Sarah Kennard from Washington, Hempstead County, Arkansas discussing his marching from Dangerfield and their continued marching into Little Rock to meet up with his regiment. Mentions meeting soldiers who were discharged because of their age. He met several soldiers in Washington who were in his company and left behind because of sickness and Mart White, who had died. He also discusses the high prices of corn and paper.
Date:
June 11, 1862
Creator:
Kennard, David S. & Kennard, Sarah
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Registry Receipt, August 26, 1896]
A registry receipt from the Chambersville, Texas post office for registered letter number 18, received of C. B. Moore on August 26, 1896, and addressed to George Sypert in Arkansas.
Date:
August 26, 1896
Creator:
Chambersville Post Office
Object Type:
Text
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Map of the Texas-Arkansas Border]
Hand-drawn map of the Texas and Arkansas border, detailing cities, counties, and rivers near the borders.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Map
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from D. S. Kennard to his Father, March 4, 1862]
A letter from D.S. Kennard to his father, stating that not much is happening, but his regiment may soon be sent to Arkansas, He also discusses the high price of commodities and dry goods.
Date:
March 4, 1862
Creator:
Kennard, D. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Travis Winham to C. B. Moore, September 25, 1882]
Travis left Sherman with Miss Dora and dropped her off with her family. He took the train to visit Bettie Emerson, who was in Eurkea Springs, Arkansas. He is amazed at how big Fort Worth is. He met up with Charley Moore, whose family was in town. He was very thankful for Charley being kind and courteous. He then went to Dallas and between Fort Worth and Dallas he believes that Dallas will be The City in north east Texas. While waiting at the depot he met George Wilson. Mr Hubbard arrived with Debra Collins and Jack's daughters entertained her. Travis thinks Jack is lucky with his family. He met Uncle Sam Moore and all of his children. He called on Bettie Henry several times. He did not see much of Tom Benton. He thanks Charles and Henry Moore and George Wilson, for their hospitality. He hopes to send love to everyone and thanks for the wonderful time he had.
Date:
September 25, 1882
Creator:
Winham, Travis
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, September 4, 1863]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara telling her that Mr. J. H. Hodges would be returning home to collect clothing for his company. He gives updates on the war; his health; and the health of his fellow soldiers.
Date:
September 4, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, September 4, 1863]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara telling her that Mr. J. H. Hodges would be returning home to collect clothing for his company. He gives updates on the war; his health; and the health of his fellow soldiers.
Date:
September 4, 1863
Creator:
Fentress, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Henry S. Moore to Charles B. Moore, September 3, 1885]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Henry S. Moore to his brother Charles B. Moore. In the letter, Henry informs Charles of news from Collin Co. and it includes: the letter sent to Sam with a turnip seed in it, a family friend's haul of corn, the construction of the reaper shelter per Charles' advice, Betty Thornhill and Neal Moore's visit, the unexpected visit of Jim Nelms, Solomon's trip to Hunt Co. and details that he has not returned yet, the plowing of Osbourne's millet patch, the condition of his turnip plants due to the dry weather, Neal's reading ability and how he has been passing the time, Henry's discovery of a new star and details on how he has passed on that information to verify the discovery, Nelm's religious affiliation, the killing of a wild cat, political commentary on the prohibition party, and updates on weather, friends, and community. The envelope is included with the letter. It was sent to Charles when he was in Gallatin, Tennessee visiting kin.
Date:
September 3, 1885
Creator:
Moore, Henry S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Patty Brown, March 1891]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Moore to Patty Brown. In the letter, Charles discusses the Annie Laura story and gives Brown a brief, yet detailed family history. Highlighting major life events, he notes how he was born in Gallatin, moved to Texas, and moved away from Texas during the war. He also details his work with mills,how he changed career paths, and when he was married. This letter is dated March 1891.
Date:
March 1891
Creator:
Moore, Charles B.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of Letter from David Fentress to Clara, March 29, 1863]
Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he says that despaired of receiving another letter from her after waiting a month between letters. David describes what they had to leave behind when the order to move out came. He also lists what he took with him. He recounts the meeting with his mother when he returned to her home after moving to Texas. He remarks that for once she hand nothing to say. He tells Clara he raced her mare. He appreciates the hat she gave him. He explains about the care of peach trees. He also says that he thinks it would be best to allow a slave, Rhett, to marry her beau. He ends the letter by sending his love to her and the children.
Date:
March 29, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, March 29, 1863]
Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he says that he despaired of receiving another letter from her after waiting a month between letters. David describes what they had to leave behind when the order to move out came. He also lists what he took with him. He recounts the meeting with his mother when he returned to her home after moving to Texas. He remarks that for once she hand nothing to say. He tells Clara he raced her mare. He appreciates the hat she gave him. He explains about the care of peach trees. He also says that he thinks it would be best to allow a slave, Rhett, to marry her beau. He ends the letter by sending his love to her and the children.
Date:
March 29, 1863
Creator:
Fentress, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Julia A. Barr to the Moore family, December 3, 1888]
This item is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Julia A. Barr, Henry and Charles Moore's cousin. In the letter, Julia updates the Moore family on the happenings in Jerseyville, Illinois and the news includes: a dialogue about meeting cousin George Wilson in Eureka Springs, Arkansas while on a trip there, a discussion about the people that accompanied here on the trip and how long she stayed, details concerning the people she meet in Eureka Springs, a conversation about Seella, her two children, and Polly, a dialogue about their helper who was discharged over a year ago and how they are getting along without him, an update on the bountiful crops and how good rain has made it possible for people to get out of debt, a discussion about "Aunt" Sally Smith and Uncle Abner's family, a dialogue about Sottie Knaff's daughter, details about the Goodrich family, an aside about the town of Jerseyville, a dialogue about Mrs. O. P. Powell's children, a discussion about Wilson Cross and Ida Barr Cross, details about Fannie and her love for entertaining, updates on family, a dialogue about Barr's California trip and the places they stopped at along the …
Date:
December 3, 1888
Creator:
Barr, Julia A.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Dora to Lizzie Johnson, dated May 12, 1863]
Letter from Dora to Lizzie Johnson. Dora inquires as to why she has not heard from Lizzie, questions Lizzie's loyalties to the Union or the Confederacy since Lizzie lives in Austin. Dora also states that she knows both her and Lizzie's brothers were taken prisoner at the Post [Arkansas Post] earlier in 1863.
Date:
May 12, 1863
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence Between Doyle Batey and Charles Batchelor]
Correspondence between Mr. Doyle Batey and Chief Charles Batchelor. In his letter, Batey requests that the Dallas Police Department send him photos of Lee Harvey Oswald. Charles Batchelor responds that he is unable to do so and suggests that Batey contact the United States Department of Justice.
Date:
December 1968
Creator:
Dallas (Tex.). Police Department.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letters by Citizens to Police Department]
Correspondence between citizens and Chief Charles Batchelor. Citizens request information from the department. Chief Batchelor responds in the form of form letters which state that he is unable to assist them.
Date:
1969-05-03/1973-04-30
Creator:
Dallas (Tex.). Police Department.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Handbill of Evidence Excluded from the Warren Report #2]
Handbill which posits that Governor John Connally received a letter of warning prior to the assassination of President Kennedy. The letter stated that the governor should not ride in an open car if he were to visit Dallas.
Date:
[1963..1965]
Creator:
Dallas (Tex.). Police Department.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Handbill of Evidence Excluded from the Warren Report #1]
Handbill which posits that Governor John Connally received a letter of warning prior to the assassination of President Kennedy. The letter stated that the governor should not ride in an open car if he were to visit Dallas.
Date:
[1963..1965]
Creator:
Dallas (Tex.). Police Department.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Southwestern Historical Quarterly, Volume 84, July 1980 - April, 1981
The Texas State Historical Association Quarterly Report includes "Papers read at the meetings of the Association, and such other contributions as may be accepted by the Committee" (volume 1, number 1). These include historical sketches, biographical material, personal accounts, and other research. Index is located at the end of the volume starting on page 483.
Date:
1980/1981
Creator:
Texas State Historical Association
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Southwestern Historical Quarterly, Volume 101, July 1997 - April, 1998
The Texas State Historical Association Quarterly Report includes "Papers read at the meetings of the Association, and such other contributions as may be accepted by the Committee" (volume 1, number 1). These include historical sketches, biographical material, personal accounts, and other research. Index is located at the end of the volume starting on page 557.
Date:
1998
Creator:
Texas State Historical Association
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Southwestern Historical Quarterly, Volume 99, July 1995 - April, 1996
The Texas State Historical Association Quarterly Report includes "Papers read at the meetings of the Association, and such other contributions as may be accepted by the Committee" (volume 1, number 1). These include historical sketches, biographical material, personal accounts, and other research. Index is located at the end of the volume starting on page 605.
Date:
1996
Creator:
Texas State Historical Association
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Southwestern Historical Quarterly, Volume 98, July 1994 - April, 1995
The Texas State Historical Association Quarterly Report includes "Papers read at the meetings of the Association, and such other contributions as may be accepted by the Committee" (volume 1, number 1). These include historical sketches, biographical material, personal accounts, and other research. Index is located at the end of the volume starting on page 655.
Date:
1995
Creator:
Texas State Historical Association
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Tea Kettle on a Raft: A History of Navigation on the Upper Red River
Article provides a comprehensive account of steamboating on the Upper Red River and the role of riverine navigation in the development of the state of Oklahoma.
Date:
Winter 2003
Creator:
Tolman, Keith
Object Type:
Article
System:
The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Plow-Horse Cavalry
Book discussing the Civil War as experienced by the Thirty-Fourth Texas Cavalry, in particular the soldiers from Caney Creek, Texas.
Date:
1974
Creator:
Weddle, Robert S.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
From Hell to Breakfast
Volume of popular folklore of Texas and Mexico, including religious anecdotes, stories about Native American dances, stories about petroleum and oil fields, folk songs, legends, customs and other miscellaneous folklore. The index begins on page 205.
Date:
1944
Creator:
Dobie, J. Frank (James Frank), 1888-1964
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library