A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, from Joseph T. Zottoli, Dorchester, Massachusetts, dated February 26, 1946. Zottoli declines the invitation to address a meeting in Abilene due to a full schedule until Fall.

A letter written to Judge Joseph T. Zottoli, Associate Justice, Boston Municipal Court, from T. N. Carswell, dated February 12, 1946. Carswell requests that Zottoli address a meeting in Abilene on "Beverage Alcohol, its effects, its control".

A letter addressed to the State Director, Selective Service, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated April 9, 1946. Inquiry by Carswell regarding the status of his request regarding a refund of Retirement Deductions taken from his pay while employed by the Selective Service.

A letter written to Senator Tom Connally, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, dated January 26, 1946. Carswell requests that Connally use every ounce of his influence to kill the so-called FEPC Bill calling it "Carpet Bagger" Legislation seventy-five years out of date. "Labor leadership, however, seems to have assumed the role of the dictator, the idea of which is out of harmony with our democracy."

A letter written to Judge Sam Russell, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, dated January 26, 1946. Carswell requests of Russell that his name be put on the mailing list to receive the Congressional Record and that Russell do all he can against the so-called FEPC Legislation advising of the name being a misnomer. He advises of the legislation being unfair to workers, "Carpet Bagger" legislation seventy-five years out of date and discloses his opinion regarding strikes.

A letter written to Senator Tom Connally, U. S. Senate, from T. N. Carswell, dated February 18, 1946. Carswell states his opinion of Mr. Pauley advising that he does not believe Pauley possesses the moral integrity required to qualify for responsible governmental service requesting, therefore, that Connally oppose his confirmation as Assistant Secretary of the Navy. Carswell also offers insight regarding world peace; "In the matter of dealing with Russia it appears to me we are pursuing a course of appeasement and compromise that will as surely end in disaster as did a comparable policy in dealing with our recent enemies―will result in our subservience―Civil War came in spit of all Clay's compromises."

A letter written to Mayor W. W. Hair, Abilene, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated February 22, 1946. Carswell requests that his name be placed on the ballot to be used in the special city election called for March 19, 1946, for the purpose of electing a Commissioner to fill the existing vacancy.

A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from W. Lee O'Daniel, United States Senator, Texas, dated March 16, 1946. O'Daniel assures Carswell that the views he expressed in his letter concerning Edwin W. Pauley have had his most earnest and careful consideration. "However, the matter never came before the Senate—the nomination was withdrawn after hearings by the Naval Affairs Committee".

A Western Union telegram sent to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Tom Connally by his secretary, dated 2April 25, 1946. Connally acknowledges the receipt of Carswell's views in favor of OPA.

A letter addressed to the President of the United States, The White House, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, dated June 10, 1946. Carswell advises the President that on June 5 Dr. L. D. Newton, President of the Southern Baptist Convention, and others urged upon the President the advisability of the withdrawal of the United States representation from the Vatican. Carswell confirms that he is in full accord with that request.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from A. S. E. Carr, Secretary to Senator Tom Connally, dated June 21, 1946. Carr acknowledges the receipt of the letter from Carswell after Senator Connally had left to attend the Council of Foreign Ministers with Secretary of State Byrnes. Carr advises Carswell that the President extended an interview to Dr. L. D. Newton and other members of the Southern Baptist Convention and advised them that the appointment of Mr. Myron Taylor is a temporary one, his services only needed until the peace treaty is signed with Italy.

A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated February 18, 1946. Whiting acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises that a car may be available around May 1st providing more cars are manufactured. He lists three models and their approximate prices.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell from E. W. Ledbetter, Secretary-Treasurer, Hardin-Simmons University dated February 19, 1946. Ledbetter expresses to Carswell the appreciation of Hardin-Simmons University for his donation to the building fund and advises of the enclosed receipt.

A form letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Rupert N. Richardson, President, Hardin-Simmons University dated March 28, 1946. The letter advises of the detailed plans for the ground-breaking ceremony for the Sandefer Memorial Building and expressing the hope that as many trustees and other friends as can will attend.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Thomas E. Roberts, Secretary, Board of Trustees, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated December 6, 1946. Roberts advises of a date change for the Trustees' meeting. Dinner will be served at 7:00.

A letter written to Uncle Norwood [T. N. Carswell] from Annie, Jacksonville 5, Florida, dated August 6, 1946. Annie advises that Eula suggested she send Margaret Anne's address to Carswell in order that he might see her while he was in New York. She talks about liking her work at the Internal Revenue, advises that Bob is fine and asks about Carswell's Travel Agency.

An official membership card for The American Legion, issued to T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, in 1946. The reverse side includes the Preamble to the Constitution of The American Legion and Rules regarding dues for membership.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Andrew Dilworth, San Antonio 5, Texas, dated June 20, 1946. Dilworth requests that Carswell support Jimmie Caviness for National Executive Committeeman and advises that the name of James M. Caviness was "presented" to and received an ovation from the convention. He briefly summarizes the life and qualifications of Caviness beginning with the following; "Jimmie Caviness is a veteran of both World War I and World War II. In the last war he served as a Colonel in the 36th Division, and he was a casualty of that war. He lost his only son in World War II."

A political postcard from REV. O. L. HOWARD, Pres., The Good Citizenship League, Breckenridge, Texas. "The Good Citizenship League of Stephens county, urges you to PAY YOUR POLL TAX, by Jan. 31, 1946." The reverse side is an unaddressed Jefferson pre stamped postcard.

A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. J. Mariner, Vice President, Thos. Cook & Son, 587 Fifth Avenue, New York 17, N. Y., dated February 13, 1946. Mariner expresses appreciation for the interest shown but will not arrange a representation until Carswell has an office and can qualify as a representative of steamship and air lines.

A letter written to Mr. R. H. Johnson, New York 5, N. Y., from T. N. Carswell, dated February 16, 1946. Carswell informs Johnson that in addition to Income Tax service planning he plans to develop a Travel and Touring Service advising that he gave, as a reference, Johnson's name to Thos. Cook and Sons asking him to forgive his not having previously secured Johnson's permission. He advises that the City Commission seems to be rushing toward a substantial bond issue with opposition developing regarding the procedure.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from E. G. Haynes, Secretary to Mr. Johnson, R. H. Johnson & Co. Investment Securities, N. Y., dated February 19, 1946. Acknowledgement to Carswell of the receipt of his letter of January 16th during Mr. Johnson's absence. An assurance is given by Haynes that the address Carswell has for Thos. Cook and Sons is correct.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from R. H. Johnson, R. H. Johnson & Co. Investment Securities, New York 5, N. Y., dated March 25, 1946. Johnson expresses his hope that Carswell won the election and explains his caution regarding securities noting it pays in the long-run.

A card sent by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy that an advertising statement suitable for display on an office wall will be forwarded.