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[Letter from Charles S. Hallock to Captain Alex Bradford - January 6, 1944]
Letter from Charles S. Hallock to Captain Alex Bradford apologizing for being unavailable due to a previous engagement. However, Mr. Hallock suggests that the two men make an appointment at the Commodore for January 7, 1944 at 1 p.m.
Date:
January 6, 1944
Creator:
Hallock, Charles S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letters from Alex Bradford to Chuck Boyce - February 23, 1943 & October 12, 1943]
Letter from Alex Bradford to Chuck Boyce discussing various topics including his experiences abroad and at home. The first letter Mr. Bradford hurriedly describes his experience with the British Army and Canadian Army. Additionally, he mentions that a transfer from the British Army to the U.S. Army or Air Force is expected to be in the works. The second letter, Mr. Bradford mentions that he is still living in Washington at the address attached to the letter. The majority of this letter, Mr. Bradford speaks about his experiences with Mack and Bean firefighting trucks in both America and Italy.
Date:
1943-02-23/1943-10-12
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Robert L. Baker to Alex Bradford, March 3, 1944]
Letter from Robert L. Baker to Alex Bradford on his note being delayed and Baker letting Bradford know he can't write another book. Too busy with his current job but if the opportunity presented itself he would.
Date:
March 3, 1944
Creator:
Baker, Robert L.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence Between Alex Bradford and R. D. Blackstone - April 30, 1944]
Letter from Alex Bradford to R. D. (Blackie) Blackstone updates him of the whereabouts of friends and where certain Colonel's are staying. Blackie replies saying he would contact the major and how he applauds Bradford for keeping up with everyone.
Date:
1944-04-30/1944-05-12
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from L. S. Boyd to Alex Bradford, August 30, 1943]
Letter from L. S. Boyd to Alex Bradford discussing how Lawrence has been, giving his address, and forwarding the letter Bradford sent to him.
Date:
August 30, 1943
Creator:
Boyd, L. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Sworn Statement Regarding Fire-Extingushment Invention]
Unsigned statement written by Alex Bradford describing his firefighting background and process in designing a formulation and method of propelling extinguishing chemicals into a fire, as well as a description of people involved in the discussion.
Date:
October 20, 1944
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Our Home Front
Bulletin describing the purpose and activities of the Parents and Wives of Fighting Americans Inc., with suggestions of homefront work and photocopies of relevant clippings.
Date:
1944
Creator:
Parents and Wives of Fighting Americans Inc.
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from F. L. Convers to Alex Bradford, April 29, 1940]
Letter from F. L. Convers to Alex Bradford thanking him for the complements he always gives them and the information on some of the old-timers.
Date:
April 29, 1940
Creator:
Convers, F. L.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Owen Lattimore, February 18, 1944]
Letter from Alex Bradford to Owen Lattimore requesting books by Lattimore dealing with Sinkiang, Kansu, or Western China.
Date:
February 18, 1944
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Lewis Lifton, October 4, 1943]
Letter from Alex Bradford to Lewis Lifton briefly talking about the different kinds of people he met in his three years of oversea military service. Was asked about the brief case he was carrying, so Bradford gave Lewis's information to the person.
Date:
October 4, 1943
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from C. W. Taes to Alex Bradford - December 20, 1943]
Letter from C. W. Taes "Tod" to Alex Bradford sharing updates on the firefighter crew in Africa and asking for details on Alex's personal life.
Date:
December 20, 1943
Creator:
Taes, C. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to Alex Bradford Discussing Oil Fields, November 30, 1940]
Letter from John G. to Alex Bradford discussing how a group almost destroyed oil wells in Romania and how John likes Canadians, for they've woken up his district.
Date:
November 30, 1940
Creator:
Sunday Express
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to Alex Bradford Regarding Meeting - February 3, 1945]
Letter from Byron to Alex Bradford about leaving an urgent message to contact him. Byron would like to set up a meeting with Colonel Effler if Bradford is in Washington at certain times.
Date:
February 3, 1945
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Speech by Colonel Oliver Stanley: Secretary of State for the Colonies, to "The Outpost" at the Waldorf Hotel on 19th March, 1945
Text of a speech given by Col. Oliver Stanley to the American Outpost in Britain discussing the state of British colonies.
Date:
March 1945
Creator:
Stanley, Oliver
Object Type:
Script
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letters from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht - September 1940-December 1943]
Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht discussing personal updates. Bradford states that he is currently working in Canada within the mechanized cavalry regiment. In the second letter, Bradford encloses a newspaper clipping he mentioned on a phone call with Ruprecht, as well as the contact information for H. E. Whatson.
Date:
1940-09-28/1943-12-14
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mary Ellen to Alex Bradford, February 27, 1944]
Letter from Mary Ellen to Alex Bradford thanking him for the surprise Christmas letter, she isn't good at writing back often but wanted to write. Asks for his help with one of the girl's homework.
Date:
February 27, 1944
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence Between Tex Bradford and Elbert Jackson - August 1943-April 1944]
Letter from Tex Bradford to Elbert Jackson (publisher of "The Spotlight" Authentic Oil Report) explaining that he has been abroad for military service in the American Army and the British Army in different countries, and also people that he met who work with oil. It includes a reply from Elbert describing various events that have prevented him from replying and answering questions about various mutual acquaintances.
Date:
1943-08-29/1944-04-15
Creator:
Bradford, Alex & Jackson, C. Elbert
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht - December 14, 1943]
Letter from Alex Bradford to C.H.W. Ruprecht discussing an underwood agent by the name H.E. Whatson in Lisbon, Portugal. Mr. Whatson’s address is also included. Additionally, Mr. Bradford has included a previously discussed article that he had read about in both Stars & Stripes newspaper and an Egyptian newspaper.
Date:
October 14, 1943
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to George Fielding Eliot, August 28, 1943]
Letter from Alex Bradford to George Fielding Eliot discussing his return to the states after three years. Was apart of two different armies and was moved around the Middle East a lot. Been very busy.
Date:
August 28, 1943
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. K. Dyer to Alex Bradford - January 13, 1944]
Letter from W. K. Dyer to Alex Bradford discussing the two year development, the various contracts resulting in modifications, and the availability of the fire fighting trucks and apparatuses.
Date:
January 13, 1944
Creator:
Dyer, W. K.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. J. Scott to Alex Bradford, August 13, 1940]
Letter from W. J. Scott to Alex Bradford on a book suggestion on fire fighting. He would also like to hear more stories of Bradford's oil firefighting experiences.
Date:
August 13, 1940
Creator:
Scott, W. J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from George F. Eliot to Alex Bradford, August 10, 1940]
Letter from George F. Eliot to Alex Bradford on how he was glad to have met Bradford. And hopes he can find somewhere, where his services are needed. So that he can get back into action.
Date:
August 10, 1940
Creator:
Eliot, George Fielding
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to James H. R. Cromwell, August 1, 1940]
Letter from Alex Bradford to James H. R. Cromwell discussing how he wishes there were more people like Cromwell. For Cromwell is doing great work; Bradford would be happy if more young wealthy men were interested in politics. He might be commissioned into the Royal Canadian Engineers.
Date:
August 1, 1940
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Owen Lattimore, March 27, 1944]
Letter from Alex Bradford to Owen Lattimore discussing the time he served to Lattimore and his injury. Bradford wants to be back in the armed forces and also thanks him for the list of books to read.
Date:
March 27, 1944
Creator:
Bradford, Alex
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History