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[Letter from The Texas Art Glass Company to D. W. Kempner, May 25, 1950]
Letter from The Texas Art Glass Company to D. W. Kempner discussing when they can repair some broken glass and what would make it easier for them to complete the repair job.
Date:
May 25, 1950
Creator:
Texas Art Glass Company
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Pierre Chardine to H. Kempner, January 25, 1957]
Letter from Pierre Chardine to H. Kempner discussing confusion in payments from Jeane B. Kempner to Cassegrain, a stationary shop in Paris, France, after the shop delivered a statement for 26,600 francs after having already paid 39,474 francs to the shop for a previous purchase, while requesting Kempner review the situation.
Date:
January 25, 1957
Creator:
Chardine, Pierre
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Roma Lipowska to the Kempner Family, September 25, 1951]
Letter from Roma Lipowska to the Kempner family discussing the death of Aunt Fanny Freund, the delivery of mushrooms, thanking them for a dress she received in the mail and asking for a food parcel.
Date:
September 25, 1951
Creator:
Lipowska, Roma
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, March 25, 1953]
Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner enclosing a check for $35.00 to partially reimburse Kempner for the entertainment provided to the officials of the University of Texas and the Board of Regents. Holliday expresses gratitude for Kempner's generosity in hosting the event and notes that it will generate goodwill for Galveston.
Date:
March 25, 1952
Creator:
Holliday, E. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Willoughbys to Daniel W. Kempner, April 25, 1952]
Letter from Marion Schwarts of Willoughbys to Daniel W. Kempner informing him that his developed photographs have been mailed and he should be receiving them soon.
Date:
April 25, 1952
Creator:
Willoughbys
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harvard College to Mr. H. Kempner, January 25, 1957]
Letter from W. J. Bender to Harris L. Kempner discussing Harvard's post-graduate programs in other countries and how many students felt it was valuable.
Date:
January 25, 1957
Creator:
Harvard College & Bender, W. J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Car-Coupling.
Patent for "a simple, safe, and practical coupling for cars, arranged to couple at one time as many cars as may be desired, and to operate automatically so as to avoid all necessity of going between the cars, and adapted to use the ordinary link and to couple with cars having a higher or lower draw bar than itself." (Lines 7-14) Includes instructions and illustrations.
Date:
December 25, 1894
Creator:
Elliott, James W.
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, April 25, 1956]
Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner acknowledging Kempner's recommendation and correspondence with Dr. Paley regarding a contribution to the Medical Research Foundation of Texas. The Executive Committee unanimously approved a $3,000 contribution from the Medical College Fund. Enclosed is the Chamber's check for this amount, and Dr. Paley's letter of April 10th is returned as requested.
Date:
April 25, 1956
Creator:
Holliday, E. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Mrs. Sidney Smith, January 25, 1971]
Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Mrs. Sidney Smith explaining the recent conversation he had with Mr. Bormaster. He suggests that Mrs. Smith call Bormaster and see if he will rent an apartment to her if she states that she is a Black individual. He would like to confirm that Bormaster is genuine in his word that he does not discriminate against tenants based on color or race. This document contains derogatory racial terminology.
Date:
January 25, 1971
Creator:
Kempner, Harris Leon
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. W. Gammon Jarrell to Sam Musey, March 25, 1969]
Letter from Harris Leon Kempner's Secretary, Mrs. W. Gammon Jarrell, to Sam Musey apologizing for addressing him as Mrs. Musey. She explains it was a mistake made in a rush to get the mail out late in the afternoon.
Date:
March 25, 1969
Creator:
Jarrell, Mrs. W. Gammon & Kempner, Harris Leon
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Mr. B. M. Vieman, May 25, 1954]
Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to B. M. Vieman enclosing leaves from plants and asking for advice regarding why the leaves aren't healthy due to infestation.
Date:
May 25, 1954
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Oglethorpe Monument, Savannah, Georgia, March 25, 1950]
Postcard featuring an illustration Oglethorpe Monument in Savannah, Georgia. The illustration shows grass, trees, and bushes of flowers of many different types and colors in the foreground. Beyond the grass and to the left, the bronze statue of James Oglethorpe, the founder of the province of Georgia, can be seen with stone statues of lions accompanying it. To the right, there are colonial style buildings. On the back of the card is a message from Charles L. Sasportas to Jeane Bertig Kempner giving her his next location on his trip.
Date:
March 25, 1950
Creator:
Sasportas, Charles L.
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Mrs. Dan C. Allensworth, John Eckel, and Dr. B. W. Henry, November 25, 1968]
Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Mrs. Dan C. Allensworth, John Eckel, and Dr. B. W. Henry explaining that he had been on vacation and had not had time to read their report in great detail, but he did not want to wait to thank them for the time and energy they put into the important matter. He states his appreciation that they waited to distribute the report. He also notes their desire to have a copy sent to the County Commissioners Court and Sherrif regardless of if the Human Relations Commission decides to publish it.
Date:
November 25, 1968
Creator:
Kempner, Harris Leon
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Harold Seay, March 25, 1953]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Harold Seay inviting the Appropriations Committee to visit the Medical Branch of the University of Texas in Galveston for a one-day inspection to better understand its scope and funding needs. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining the current standards of the institution. He suggests arranging an air plane for transportation, a tour of the school, lunch, and a discussion.
Date:
March 25, 1953
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from G. W. Pattillo to I. H. Kempner, May 25, 1955]
Letter from G. W. Pattillo to I. H. Kempner acknowledging Kempner's recent letter and is pleased to inform him that Houston Lighting & Power Company is making a contribution of $250.00 to the Medical College Special Fund, enclosing a check for this amount.
Date:
May 25, 1955
Creator:
Pattillo, G. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to H. G. Swann, April 25, 1957]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to H. G. Swann praising Dr. Swann for his comprehensive data on the "Hospital Charter Amendment," which supports a campaign to amend Galveston's charter. The proposed amendment would introduce a property tax levy expected to raise $200,000 annually, replacing the $75,000 currently allocated to the hospital by the city.
Date:
April 25, 1957
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of the Hotel Galvez, Galveston, Texas, March 25, 1957]
Postcard featuring an illustration of the Hotel Galvez in Galveston, Texas. The Galvez is in Spanish Colonial Revival style featuring red slanted roofs and a beige exterior. A central section of the building is flanked by towers on each corner. In front of the hotel is a flagpole flying the American flag, palm trees, and dozens of cars parked along the Great Seawall. A small staircase descends from the Seawall to the beach where many people are lounging in chairs under umbrellas or wading in the Gulf of Mexico. On the back of the card is a message from E. R. Cheesborough to Isaac H. Kempner regarding waivers and proxies that allow them to avoid the expense of newspaper advertisements for an upcoming meetings.
Date:
March 25, 1957
Creator:
Cheesborough, E. R.
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History