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[Email from Jean McCreery to Eleanor Brown, October 22, 2004] (open access)

[Email from Jean McCreery to Eleanor Brown, October 22, 2004]

Email from Jean McCreery to Eleanor Brown discussing Brown's Region 2 report for the WASP newsletter.
Date: October 22, 2004
Creator: McCreery, Jean T.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from The Men of Kinsmen to Lewis Fulks] (open access)

[Letter from The Men of Kinsmen to Lewis Fulks]

Letter from The Men of Kinsmen, a men's social club on the campus of Abilene Christian College, to Lewis Fulks at ACC. In the letter, the Men of Kinsmen congratulate Fulks on his production of "1776," the 1975 ACC Homecoming musical production.
Date: October 22, 1975
Creator: Kinsmen Social Club
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Becky Palmer to Lewis Fulks] (open access)

[Letter from Becky Palmer to Lewis Fulks]

Letter from Becky Palmer (signed as Yente, the matchmaker), an Abilene Christian College student who performed in "Fiddler on the Roof," the 1972 ACC Homecoming musical production, to director Lewis Fulks. In the letter, Palmer thanks Fulks for allowing her to work under him, and also thanks him for being such a big influence on her.
Date: October 22, 1972
Creator: Palmer, Becky
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William J. Teague to Lewis Fulks #4] (open access)

[Letter from William J. Teague to Lewis Fulks #4]

Letter from William Teague, President of Abilene Christian University, to Lewis Fulks at ACU. In the letter, Teague congratulates Fulks on his production of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers," the 1995 ACU Homecoming musical production.
Date: October 22, 1985
Creator: Teague, William J.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. M. Wagstaff to T. N. Carswell - October 22, 1970] (open access)

[Letter from R. M. Wagstaff to T. N. Carswell - October 22, 1970]

A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from R. M. Wagstaff, Abilene, Texas, dated October 22, 1970. Wagstaff acknowledges Carswell's 82nd birthday expressing his appreciation for the work he did in behalf of the community throughout the years. He briefly outlines Carswell's accomplishments as Secretary of The Abilene Chamber of Commerce from 1924-1939 focusing on his work regarding roads and highways and the water supply for Abilene, Texas.
Date: October 22, 1970
Creator: Wagstaff, R. M.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mr. Forister - October 22, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mr. Forister - October 22, 1957]

A letter written to Mr. Forister from T. N. Carswell, dated October 22, 1957. Carswell requests a favor of Forister to deliver candy to the Czichos family and advises of a check which he has attached to the letter.
Date: October 22, 1957
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Maizie Toungate to Glenn R. Klopfenstein - October 22, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from Maizie Toungate to Glenn R. Klopfenstein - October 22, 1954]

A letter addressed to Glenn R. Klopfenstein, Chief, Bureau of Probation and Parole, Columbus 15, Ohio from Jack Ross, Administrator, Interstate Parole Compact (by Maizie Toungate, Acting Chief), Parole Division, Board of Pardons and Paroles, Texas, dated October 22, 1954. Toungate replies to an investigation request dated September 3, 1954 and affirms the willingness of the State of Texas to accept a subject for supervision advising that the placement of subject will be in Abilene, Texas. Toungate requests that they instruct the subject to report to T. N. Carswell.
Date: October 22, 1954
Creator: Toungate, Maizie
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harry E. Rather to T. N. Carswell - October 22, 1942] (open access)

[Letter from Harry E. Rather to T. N. Carswell - October 22, 1942]

A letter written to Legionnaire T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, The American Legion, from Harry E. Rather, Department Adjutant, Austin, Texas, dated October 22, 1942. Rather expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell in which he wished him success in his new responsibility and assures Carswell of his comprehension of the big job ahead. He confirms the supplies requested by Carswell are being sent under separate cover.
Date: October 22, 1942
Creator: Rather, Harry E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Miss Velma Parsons - October 22, 1942] (open access)

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Miss Velma Parsons - October 22, 1942]

A letter written to Miss Velma Parsons, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated October 22, 1942. Carswell expresses his appreciation for being included in the dinner invitation at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Noe.
Date: October 22, 1942
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Form letter from Charlie Maisel addressed to Commander - October 22, 1942] (open access)

[Form letter from Charlie Maisel addressed to Commander - October 22, 1942]

A form letter addressed to Commander from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, Phillips, Texas, dated October 22, 1942. Form letter from Maisel to Commanders elected for the coming year. Pep talk regarding the extra work required as leader due to the war. A request that the Posts assist the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine in their recruiting program. Advisement that their Civilian Defense program will be enlarged, their Rehabilitation program will function; that they are preparing to take in their own sons.
Date: October 22, 1942
Creator: Maisel, Charlie
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from McDonald Meachum to Senator W. J. Bryan, October 22, 1942] (open access)

[Letter from McDonald Meachum to Senator W. J. Bryan, October 22, 1942]

Letter from McDonald Meachum to Senator W. J. Bryan thanking Mr. Bryan for the clipping he sent and sharing some of the memories it brought back to him. Mr. Meachum also discusses some of the events that occurred in his life along with the details of his previous travels.
Date: October 22, 1942
Creator: Meachum, McDonald
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to Thomas Sayles, October 22, 1935] (open access)

[Letter to Thomas Sayles, October 22, 1935]

Letter to Thomas Sayles notifying him that he owes J. W. Robinson money that is past due. The writer asks for advice on why it has not been paid and informs Sayles that he has the opportunity to pay before further action is taken.
Date: October 22, 1935
Creator: {{{name}}}
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. C. Preston to Henry Sayles, October 22, 1909] (open access)

[Letter from W. C. Preston to Henry Sayles, October 22, 1909]

Letter from W. C. Preston to Henry Sayles discussing a railroad route traveling southeast from Abilene. Preston requests information regarding the area the line will run through.
Date: October 22, 1909
Creator: Preston, W. C.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to A. J. Davidson, October 22, 1909] (open access)

[Letter to A. J. Davidson, October 22, 1909]

Letter to A. J. Davidson discussing a railroad between Abilene and Comanche. The writer says those in Abilene are eager to have a railroad constructed soon.
Date: October 22, 1909
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. B. Muse to Henry Sayles, October 22, 1897] (open access)

[Letter from E. B. Muse to Henry Sayles, October 22, 1897]

Letter from E. B, Muse to Henry Sayles expressing support for Sayles' decision and stating that they will comply with whatever he decides.
Date: October 22, 1897
Creator: Muse, E. B.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from H. W. Backes to Perry Sayles, October 22,1934] (open access)

[Letter from H. W. Backes to Perry Sayles, October 22,1934]

Letter from H. W. Backes to Perry Sayles discussing a previous check sent by Sayles to cover the full payment of the quarterly premium for Sayles' policy.
Date: October 22, 1934
Creator: Backes, H. W.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Dorsey B. Hardeman to the Texas Water Resources Committee, October 22, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from Dorsey B. Hardeman to the Texas Water Resources Committee, October 22, 1954]

Letter from Dorsey B. Hardeman to the Texas Water Resources Committee discussing proposed bills regarding water resources and conservation.
Date: October 22, 1954
Creator: Hardeman, Dorsey B.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Howard Hutter Jr. to Mickey McLernon, October 22, 1941] (open access)

[Letter from Howard Hutter Jr. to Mickey McLernon, October 22, 1941]

Letter from Howard Hutter Jr. to Mickey McLernon discussing travelling to New York, his investments, and a recent exam he had.
Date: October 22, 1941
Creator: Hutter, Howard J.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isabelle Hale to Rigdon Edwards, October 22, 1986] (open access)

[Letter from Isabelle Hale to Rigdon Edwards, October 22, 1986]

Letter from Isabelle McCrae Hale to Rigdon Edwards discussing how great the recent reunion was and her husband's health.
Date: October 22, 1986
Creator: Hale, Isabelle McCrae
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harold G. Cooke to Mrs. Lance Webb] (open access)

[Letter from Harold G. Cooke to Mrs. Lance Webb]

A letter from Harold G. Cooke, President of McMurry College, to Mrs. Lance Webb, the daughter of James W. Hunt. The letter invites Mrs. Webb to the dedication of the newest dormitory at McMurry to James W. Hunt.
Date: October 22, 1957
Creator: Cooke, Harold G.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John H. Page to Dock Dilworth Parramore, October 22, 1917] (open access)

[Letter from John H. Page to Dock Dilworth Parramore, October 22, 1917]

Letter from John H. Page & Company to Dock Dilworth Parramore discussing advice on legal technicalities regarding the corporate existence of the San Simon Cattle and Canal Company and the water rights to the Cienega Ditch property. A handwritten note on the back of the last page reads, "Letter in regard to water rights and keeping ditch open. D. D. P."
Date: October 22, 1917
Creator: Page, John H.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J.W. Ward to K.K. Legett - December 22, 1899] (open access)

[Letter from J.W. Ward to K.K. Legett - December 22, 1899]

Letter written to K.K. Legett in Abilene Texas from J.W. Ward, Division Superintendent at the Texas and Pacific Railway Company. The letter says: "In reference to your letters to Maj. Abrams relative to a crossing near Elmdale, have instructed Mr. Stamper, our Roadmaster, to meet you at Abilene Dec. 27th., and go over the situation with you."
Date: October 22, 1899
Creator: Ward, J. W.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from C. I. Wall to Truett Latimer, October 22, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from C. I. Wall to Truett Latimer, October 22, 1954]

Letter from C. I. Walls to Truett Latimer inviting him and other House of Representatives members from West Texas to visit Lubbock on behalf of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and Representatives J. O. Gillham, Jesse M. Osborne, and Goerge S. Berry. Walls writes that he has included a program for Latimer's visit and asks him to fill out the appropriate space as to whether or not he will participate in the visit.
Date: October 22, 1954
Creator: Wall, C. I.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Cornelia Yerkes, October 22, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Cornelia Yerkes, October 22, 1943]

Letter from WASP Cornelia Yerkes discussing delays while ferrying a plane, a bomber pilot who participated in Operation Tidal Wave, a night in Juarez, and waiting in El Paso for clearance to continue on her trip. Written on Hilton Hotels stationary.
Date: October 22, 1943
Creator: Kafka, Cornelia V. Yerkes
System: The Portal to Texas History