[Letter from J. S. to David W. Stephens, September 2, 1931] (open access)

[Letter from J. S. to David W. Stephens, September 2, 1931]

Letter from J. S. to David W. Stephens discussing having an engineer, Mr. Jim Gardner looking over a property owned by Mr. Riney, relating to the court case, A. D. Fulton vs. Gulf Pipe Line Company et al.
Date: September 2, 1931
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Cause No. 6080-A: Defendants' First Motion for Continuance] (open access)

[Cause No. 6080-A: Defendants' First Motion for Continuance]

Document in cause no. 6080-A, A. D. Fulton vs. Gulf Pipe Line Company et al., requesting a continuance of the trial due to the illness of James E. Gardner, a witness for the defendant.
Date: February 17, 1931
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to J. D. Riddle - June 11, 1941] (open access)

[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
[Art Forum Record Book, 1950] (open access)

[Art Forum Record Book, 1950]

Record book highlighting the activities of American Art Week in communities throughout Texas, with an emphasis on Abilene, in 1950. Includes newspaper clippings, photographs, and memorabilia documenting statewide activities promoted by different clubs.
Date: 1950
Creator: Carpenter, Allie Mae
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Corral, Volume [22], Number 2, March 1932 (open access)

The Corral, Volume [22], Number 2, March 1932

The Corral literary journal of Simmons University includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, and jokes.
Date: March 1932
Creator: Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - December 26, 1941] (open access)

[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] (open access)

[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
The Bronco, Yearbook of Simmons College, 1909 (open access)

The Bronco, Yearbook of Simmons College, 1909

Yearbook for Simmons College in Abilene, Texas includes photos of and information about the school, student body, professors, and organizations.
Date: 1909
Creator: Simmons College (Abilene, Tex.)
Object Type: Yearbook
System: The Portal to Texas History
Census and Directory of the City of Abilene, 1901 (open access)

Census and Directory of the City of Abilene, 1901

This census and directory for Abilene, Texas includes listings for businesses and individuals living in the city of Abilene in 1901. It also includes information about the establishment of the city, advertisements for local businesses and information about local elections, government institutions, educational institutions, and local industries.
Date: 1901
Creator: Stephenson, J. L. & Anderson, G. S.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Bronco, Yearbook of Simmons University, 1927 (open access)

The Bronco, Yearbook of Simmons University, 1927

Yearbook for Simmons University in Abilene, Texas includes photos of and information about the school, student body, professors, and organizations.
Date: 1927
Creator: Simmons University (Abilene, Tex.)
Object Type: Yearbook
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Corral, Volume 5, Number 2, Spring, 1958 (open access)

The Corral, Volume 5, Number 2, Spring, 1958

The Corral literary journal of Hardin-Simmons University includes editorials as well as original creative fiction, poetry, non-fiction, drawings, and jokes.
Date: 1958
Creator: Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Corral, Volume 5, Number 8, May, 1912 (open access)

The Corral, Volume 5, Number 8, May, 1912

The Corral literary journal of Simmons College includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, and jokes.
Date: May 1912
Creator: Simmons College
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Corral, Volume [21], Number [1], December, 1930 (open access)

The Corral, Volume [21], Number [1], December, 1930

The Corral literary journal of Simmons University includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, and jokes.
Date: December 1930
Creator: Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Corral, Volume [21], Number [3], March, 1931 (open access)

The Corral, Volume [21], Number [3], March, 1931

The Corral literary journal of Simmons University includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, and jokes.
Date: March 1931
Creator: Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Corral, Volume [21], Number 3, May, 1931 (open access)

The Corral, Volume [21], Number 3, May, 1931

The Corral literary journal of Simmons University includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, and jokes.
Date: May 1931
Creator: Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Mrs. Sam Young, 84, Dies at Her Home on Y6 Ranch] (open access)

[Clipping: Mrs. Sam Young, 84, Dies at Her Home on Y6 Ranch]

Newspaper clipping featuring articles on the death of Mrs. Sam Young, the death of three teenagers in a car accident, he passing of an infant, and freezing temperatures. Partial articles and ads are on the reverse side.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Clipping
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Corral, Volume 2, Number 3, November, 1908 (open access)

The Corral, Volume 2, Number 3, November, 1908

The Corral literary journal of Simmons College includes biographical sketches, editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, and jokes.
Date: November 1908
Creator: Simmons College
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - January 27, 1941] (open access)

[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] (open access)

[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 Corral, Volume 8, Number 4, January, 1915 (open access)

The Corral, Volume 8, Number 4, January, 1915

The Corral literary journal of Simmons College includes editorials and notes regarding societies and happenings within the school as well as original creative fiction, poetry, and jokes.
Date: January 1915
Creator: Simmons College
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
Range Rider, Volume 36, Number 3, September 1985 (open access)

Range Rider, Volume 36, Number 3, September 1985

The Hardin-Simmons alumni newsletter includes information regarding events at the school and news about university students, staff, and alumni.
Date: September 1985
Creator: Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
Range Rider, Volume 37, Number 2, July 1986 (open access)

Range Rider, Volume 37, Number 2, July 1986

The Hardin-Simmons alumni newsletter includes information regarding events at the school and news about university students, staff, and alumni.
Date: June 1986
Creator: Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
Range Rider, Volume 35, Number 4, December, 1984 (open access)

Range Rider, Volume 35, Number 4, December, 1984

The Hardin-Simmons alumni newsletter includes information regarding events at the school and news about university students, staff, and alumni.
Date: December 1984
Creator: Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History
Range Rider, Volume 36, Number 4, December 1985 (open access)

Range Rider, Volume 36, Number 4, December 1985

The Hardin-Simmons alumni newsletter includes information regarding events at the school and news about university students, staff, and alumni.
Date: December 1985
Creator: Hardin-Simmons University
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Portal to Texas History