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[Letter from Mary Mowinckle Johnson to Dorothy Depwe, February 12, 1976]
Photocopy of a letter from Mary Johnson to Stanley Depwe discussing the addition of a marker board to the Eanes School. She also goes on to talk about her daughter and her friend Camila, who had an operation and is healing well. Included in the letter is also a short biography of Mowinckle's life, detailing her birth as well as her time in school.
Date:
February 12, 1976
Creator:
Johnson, Mary Mowinckle
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Wilhem Tietz to Ernst Tietz Hotel, November 13, 1926]
Letter from Wilhem Tietz to the Ernst Tietz Hotel, addressing his uncle, possibly the owner of the hotel. The letter is written in German and appears to be discussing the sickness or passing of an aunt in the family.
Date:
November 13, 1926
Creator:
Tietz, Wilhem
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Noel Grisham to Mrs. Katherine Turner Carter, August 21, 1968]
Letter from Noel Grisham to Mrs. Katherine Turner Carter describing the Stage Coach Stop, which was built in Round Rock, Texas, in 1848 and a popular stopping point for passengers until the railroad was built nearby in 1876. A picture is mentioned but is no longer enclosed.
Date:
August 21, 1968
Creator:
Grisham, Noel
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Charlie Kilpatrick to Mrs. Willie D. Stallings, July 24, 1945]
Copy of a letter from Charlie Kilpatrick (?) to Mrs. Willie D. Stallings, signed by "Charles", that discusses the writer's injured hand and his plans for when he receives inactive duty status. On the back of the page, the name, "Willie Westmoreland Stallings 1902-1993" is written in pencil.
Date:
July 24, 1945
Creator:
Kilpatrick, Charlie
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bart Moore to P. G. Rucker, May 10, 1884]
Letter from Bart Moore to P. G. Rucker requesting to know the amount of land taxes he owes. A letter head at the top left corner of the stationary reads, "From the office of Bart Moore, Grocer".
Date:
May 10, 1884
Creator:
Moore, Bart
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, April 2, 1975]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing a glass panel he is working on for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Hutton says he has finished the panel and is having Pitt & Scott, Ltd. collect and ship it. He mentions that he told Pitt & Scott, Ltd. to insure it for £2000 and that they need a letter from Stewart explaining what he is going to do with the panel. He says that he is aware the construction of the Chapel is behind schedule, but that displaying the glass panel may help raise funds.
Date:
April 2, 1975
Creator:
Hutton, John
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, December 26, 1973]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing the acceptance of the quoted price for project that Hutton will be working on for Stewart. Stewart reviews information about the project, such as the cost and delivery date.
Date:
December 26, 1973
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, December 30, 1972]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing three designs that he has created for a glass panel in the Chapel of Thanksgiving. He calls the designs 'A', 'B', and 'C' and they all have a dove as the main symbol. He describes the dove in Design 'A' as "an embodiment of expanding joy in thanksgiving". He describes Design 'B' as "representing the different religions and beliefs of man". He says the Dove in Design 'C' represents strength and vitality and is a Giver. Hutton also talks about which design he prefers and mentions that it is important the design chosen does not offend any religious beliefs.
Date:
December 30, 1972
Creator:
Hutton, John
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Annie Damaz to Peter Stewart, August 11, 1975]
Letter from Annie Damaz to Peter Stewart discussing a proposal for a stained glass project that Gabriel Loire will be working on for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Damaz talks about the amount of stained glass that will be needed, the estimated price of the project, and designs that will be on the glass. She also mentions that a sample of the glass will be created and that Loire is looking forward to the project.
Date:
August 11, 1975
Creator:
Damaz, Annie
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart, September 21, 1977]
Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart discussing photos he received of the stained glass windows of the Chapel of Thanksgiving. He thanks Stewart for the photographs and says he hopes to see photos of the completed chapel soon.
Date:
September 21, 1977
Creator:
Loire, Gabriel
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart, September 29, 1975]
Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart discussing past letters Stewart sent him about the stained glass windows of the Chapel of Thanksgiving and how he will be using those ideas in a model he is designing. Loire says he would like to have another meeting in New York to talk more about the project and mentions an article Stewart sent him about the nature and mysticism of the spiral.
Date:
September 29, 1975
Creator:
Loire, Gabriel
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, March 7, 1975]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing the progress that has been made on a project he is working on for the Chapel of Thanksgiving called "The Dove." Hutton mentions that he has attached some photos taken at various stages of the project and provides information about the photos. He also talks about how he will arrange mailing glass panels to Stewart.
Date:
March 7, 1975
Creator:
Hutton, John
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to Gabriel Loire, September 12, 1975]
Letter from Peter Stewart to Gabriel Loire discussing a recent meeting they had in New York. Stewart mentions their discussion about the purpose of the stained glass ceiling in the Chapel of Thanksgiving. The notes from that discussion are attached and contain information about the theme of the stained glass ceiling and passages from the Bible.
Date:
September 12, 1975
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, September 18, 1973]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing the cost estimate for a glass panel he is designing for Stewart and his sketch of a design based on the Tree of Life. Hutton talks about the cost of the project and mentions that certain amounts amounts have not been included in the estimate. He also explains his understanding of what the Tree of Life symbolizes and describes how he has interpreted those ideas in a sketch.
Date:
September 18, 1973
Creator:
Hutton, John
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, December 8, 1976]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Hutton asks about the dedication of the chapel and whether the glass for the chapel was cut successfully. He also requests to receive a note or photograph when the building is finished.
Date:
December 8, 1976
Creator:
Hutton, John
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, January 11, 1976]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing the lighting for stained glass. Hutton gives his advice on the topic and talks about three principles that are helpful in deciding which type of lights are best and the ideal locations to put the lights.
Date:
January 11, 1976
Creator:
Hutton, John
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from the Thanks-Giving Square Foundation to Nancy Reagan, October 25, 1985]
Letter from the director of the Thanks-Giving Square Foundation to Mrs. Nancy Reagan thanking her for her kind words during the presentation of "The Golden Rule" to the Secretary-General at the United Nations.
Date:
October 25, 1985
Creator:
Thanks-Giving Square Foundation; Bukhari, Hassan I.; Chambers, James F., Jr.; Cullum, Charles G.; Exall, Henry, Jr.; Haggar, E. R. et al.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart, January 20, 1977]
Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart thanking him for a previous letter and discussing the stained glass windows in the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Loire asks Stewart to send photographs of the windows and says that he hopes to visit the chapel one day to see them in person.
Date:
January 20, 1977
Creator:
Loire, Gabriel
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart, December 17, 1976]
Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart asking for information about the Chapel of Thanksgiving, such as the arrival and installation of the stained glass, the completion of the chapel, and Stewart's plans for the chapel.
Date:
December 17, 1976
Creator:
Loire, Gabriel
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, June 22, 1972]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart explaining that he has returned from a trip to Italy and is available to discuss ideas about a project in person or by letter.
Date:
June 22, 1972
Creator:
Hutton, John
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, March 9, 1973]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing various topics such the birth of Hutton's daughter, a matter involving a check, and one of Hutton's drawings. Stewart congratulates Hutton and his wife on the arrival of their daughter and asks what they named her. He tells Hutton to send the check to the Republic National Bank of Dallas and provides the contact information of the London branch's manager in case there are any difficulties. He also mentions one of Hutton's drawings and says that Philip Johnson feels that it is in tune with the spirit of the chapel.
Date:
March 9, 1973
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, April 26, 1973]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing a possible visit with him in London. Stewart mentions the days he will be in England and asks if Hutton will be in town so they can discuss the dove design for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. He also asks if he can bring a group of people to see Hutton's work. Hutton says he has attached pieces with the letter that relate to the dove and the "Spirit of Thanksgiving."
Date:
April 26, 1973
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to Stanley Marcus, March 20, 1969]
Letter from Peter Stewart to Stanley Marcus discussing posters that were created by Bjorn Wiinblad for the Thanks-Giving Foundation. Stewart explains how displaying the posters will help to raise funds and increase the acceptance of the thoughts and ideals behind Thanks-Giving Square and asks Marcus how many he would like to order to display in his Neiman-Marcus stores.
Date:
March 20, 1969
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Pierre Massin de Miraval to Peter Stewart, January 7, 1976]
Letter from Pierre Massin de Miraval to Peter Stewart discussing a meeting Stewart had with Gabriel Loire about glass panels for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. De Miraval discusses details about the manufacturing and shipping of two glass panels, such as weight of the glass and amount of time they will be insured. He also discusses the date Loire plans to be in Dallas to have a meeting and asks about Stewart's availability.
Date:
January 7, 1976
Creator:
de Miraval, Pierre Massin
System:
The Portal to Texas History