Valley View Elementary School, Abilene, Texas: Floor Plan

Floor plan and door & window schedule for an addition to Valley View Elementary School in Abilene, Texas. They feature wall edge lines, measurements, labels, and room names.
Date: November 23, 1959
Creator: David S. Castle Co.
Object Type: Technical Drawing
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harry E. Stoops to Truett Latimer, March 23, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from Harry E. Stoops to Truett Latimer, March 23, 1957]

Letter from Harry E. Stoops to Truett Latimer inviting him to a luncheon at the Windsor Hotel.
Date: March 23, 1957
Creator: Stoops, Harry E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to A. J. Rock, January 23, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to A. J. Rock, January 23, 1957]

Letter from Truett Latimer to A. J. Rock discussing the Predatory Animal Control Service of A & M College. Mr. Latimer assures that he will vote to continue the service.
Date: January 23, 1957
Creator: Latimer, Truett
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Richardson Grocery, April 23, 1957] (open access)

[Telegram from Richardson Grocery, April 23, 1957]

Telegram from Richardson Grocery for Truett Latimer asking for his support on House Bill 25.
Date: April 23, 1957
Creator: Grocery, Richardson
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. T. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - February 23, 1955] (open access)

[Letter from W. T. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - February 23, 1955]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from W. T. Johnson, President, Lions Club Hamlin, Texas, dated February 23, 1955. Johnson expresses his appreciation for Carswell's address to the club on its Silver Anniversary.
Date: February 23, 1955
Creator: Johnson, W. T.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Governor Allan Shivers - February 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Governor Allan Shivers - February 23, 1953]

A letter written to Governor Governor Allan Shivers, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated February 23, 1953. Carswell advises that now is the right time for an overall and comprehensive study of the costs, organization and operation of the governments in the state of Texas.
Date: February 23, 1953
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Bill Fulwiler - December 23, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Bill Fulwiler - December 23, 1957]

A letter written to Bill Fulwiler from T. N. Carswell, dated December 23, 1957. Carswell advises Bill due to Christmas making him reminisce that he wrote to expresses his appreciation for W. J. Fulwiler, Bill's father, for his friendship and leadership in the building of Abilene during the years Carswell served [at the Abilene Chamber of Commerce]. He commends Bill on the exemplary way that he and Harry have carried on the multiple interests of W. J.
Date: December 23, 1957
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Don Wooten - December 23, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Don Wooten - December 23, 1957]

A letter written to Don Wooten from T. N. Carswell, dated December 23, 1957. Carswell expresses his appreciation for "the splendid way" that Don has handled the substantial interests entrusted to his care noting his Dad [H. O. Wooten] and Mother were in Simmons when he enrolled there and that his Grandfather was one of his good and helpful friends.
Date: December 23, 1957
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mr. Jay - December 23, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mr. Jay - December 23, 1957]

A letter written to Mr. Jay from T. N. Carswell, dated December 23, 1957. Carswell advises that "this season of the year inclines one's memory to delve into the realm of gratitude" and then expresses his appreciation "of having enjoyed the privilege" of his friendship.
Date: December 23, 1957
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to George S. Anderson - December 23, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to George S. Anderson - December 23, 1957]

A letter written to Mr. George S. Anderson from T. N. Carswell, dated December 23, 1957. Carswell expresses his appreciation for Anderson, for his example and friendship over the years.
Date: December 23, 1957
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Form letter from E. M. Collier addressed to Trustee - February 23, 1954] (open access)

[Form letter from E. M. Collier addressed to Trustee - February 23, 1954]

A form letter addressed to Trustee from E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated February 23, 1954. Notification by Collier that a meeting of the Board is called. He advises of the opportunity to contribute to a going away gift for Fred Higginbotham who was elected Administrator of Baptist Hospital in San Antonio.
Date: February 23, 1954
Creator: Collier, E. M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ruby Blackburn to T. N. Carswell - December 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Ruby Blackburn to T. N. Carswell - December 23, 1953]

A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Taylor County Parole Board, from Board of Pardons and Paroles, Texas, Ruby Blackburn, Executive Director, dated December 23, 1953. Acknowledgement of the receipt of the letter from Carswell regarding the application for Full Pardon by Subject 121,140. Blackburn advises Carswell that Mr. White is out of the office but that the letter will be held for his prompt attention upon his return.
Date: December 23, 1953
Creator: Blackburn, Ruby
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

University Baptist Church Auditorium, Abilene, Texas: Framing and Foundation Plans

Architectural plan for an auditorium and chapel at University Baptist Church in Abilene, Texas. It includes a drawing that shows a partial high roof framing plan, and another drawing that shows a partial floor framing plan. The drawings on the right of the sheet shows a partial foundation plan and a plan for the covered passage.
Date: July 23, 1958
Creator: David S. Castle Co.
Object Type: Technical Drawing
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Owen Thomas to Truett Latimer, April 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Owen Thomas to Truett Latimer, April 23, 1953]

Letter from Owen Thomas to Truett Latimer discussing legal information about the appointment of county auditors and discouraging the passage of a proposed bill regarding whom the appointment is made by.
Date: April 23, 1953
Creator: Thomas, Owen
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from F. R. Higginbotham, February 23, 1953] (open access)

[Telegram from F. R. Higginbotham, February 23, 1953]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from F. R. Higginbotham urging support of House Bill 416, the Hospital Lien Law.
Date: February 23, 1953
Creator: Higginbotham, F. R.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. E. Wells to Truett Latimer, March 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from A. E. Wells to Truett Latimer, March 23, 1953]

Letter from Superintendent A. E. Wells to Truett Latimer discussing support for Texas House Bill #216 for the purpose of retaining teachers and giving them a good pay.
Date: March 23, 1953
Creator: Wells, A. E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from St. Ann Hospital, February 23, 1953] (open access)

[Telegram from St. Ann Hospital, February 23, 1953]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from St. Ann Hospital requesting his support of House Bill 416.
Date: February 23, 1953
Creator: St. Ann Hospital
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

Aerial Photograph of McMurry University (Abilene, Texas)

An aerial photograph of McMurry University in Abilene, Texas. The photo was taken in 1959 by Abilene photographer Lloyd Jones.
Date: April 23, 1959
Creator: Jones, Lloyd
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Austin F. Allen to Truett Latimer, July 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Austin F. Allen to Truett Latimer, July 23, 1953]

Photocopy of a letter from Austin F. Allen to Truett Latimer discussing dividend policies of the Texas Employer's Insurance Association in 1951.
Date: July 23, 1953
Creator: Allen, Austin F.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. Neveille H. Colson to Truett Latimer, June 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Mrs. Neveille H. Colson to Truett Latimer, June 23, 1953]

Letter from Mrs. Neveille H. Colson to Truett Latimer discussing enjoying working together in the recent legislative session.
Date: June 23, 1953
Creator: Colson, Mrs. Neveille H.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Austin P. Hancock to Truett Latimer, May 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Austin P. Hancock to Truett Latimer, May 23, 1953]

Letter from Austin P. Hancock to Truett Latimer asking him to oppose House Bill 257 and Senate Bill 83, relating to firemen and policemen.
Date: May 23, 1953
Creator: Hancock, Austin P.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mack Eplen to Truett Latimer, February 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Mack Eplen to Truett Latimer, February 23, 1953]

Letter from Mack Eplen to Truett Latimer discussing a bill that concerns the businessman's compensation and liability insurance. He feels there's an issue with the current law and thinks it needs to be changed. He also disagrees with the public's sentiment that the insurance companies are partially to blame.
Date: February 23, 1953
Creator: Eplen, Mack
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Carrie Frnka to Truett Latimer, August 23, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from Carrie Frnka to Truett Latimer, August 23, 1954]

Letter from Carrie Frnka to Truett Latimer discussing his reserved desk and updates on other representatives.
Date: August 23, 1954
Creator: Frnka, Carrie
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to Evans and Anderson Grocery, March 23, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to Evans and Anderson Grocery, March 23, 1953]

Letter from Truett Latimer to Evans and Anderson Grocery discussing House Bill 42, the Clean Competition Act.
Date: March 23, 1953
Creator: Latimer, Truett
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History