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[Clipping photocopy: WASP Militarization Favored by Stimson]
Photocopy of a newspaper clipping of articles from the New York Times about the U.S.'s involvement in World War II, including an article about an initiative to give WASP members full military benefits. Among the articles are several small advertisements, some with illustrations. At the top of the photocopy is handwritten text identifying the newspaper and its publishing date.
Date:
May 5, 1944
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[WASP Avenger Field Base Historic Marker Inscription]
Typed text of an inscription for a WASP training base historic marker, at Avenger Field. Also included are details for the planned location of the marker, the marker's material, and dimensions for the marker.
Date:
1972-06-05~
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Special Service Company.
Describes the functions and services provided by the Army Special Service Company.
Date:
January 5, 1944
Creator:
United States. War Department.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his Parents, February 5, 1945]
Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his parents Clara and John T. Willis, Sr., on February 5, 1945. He sends well wishes to a friend who has the chicken pox, and says he hasn't heard from his cousin Jimmie Kendrick since he went to Australia. He tells his parents about the food he ate the night before, and mentions that eggs are cheaper in Italy than they are in the U.S.
Date:
February 5, 1945
Creator:
Willis, John Todd, Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Certificate Presented to Clara Evans Willis]
Certificate awarded to Clara Evans Willis for her work with the USO during World War II. It reads: "In Recognition of Meritorious Service in USO War Work, this certificate is presented to Mrs. J. T. Willis. February 5, 1946." It is signed by the chairman and the president of the United Services Organization.
Date:
February 5, 1946
Creator:
United Services Organization
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his Parents, April 5, 1943]
Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his parents Clara and John T. Willis, Sr. on April 5, 1943. He reports getting promoted and acquiring a mattress. His company had their tents floored, and he tells what he did for his day off in honor of the first year anniversary of the formation of his battalion. He also straightens out money matters.
Date:
April 5, 1943
Creator:
Willis, John Todd, Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to John T. Willis, Sr., August 5, 1944]
Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to John T. Willis, Sr., on August 5, 1944. He wishes he could have been at a fish fry with his father, since all they get in the army is canned salmon. He also asks after his calves.
Date:
August 5, 1944
Creator:
Willis, John Todd, Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his Parents, May 5, 1943]
Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his parents Clara and John T. Willis Sr. on May 5, 1943. He discusses hearing from a friend in Waco, asks after his cousin Jimmie Kendrick, as well as for Wilbur Crawford's address.
Date:
May 5, 1943
Creator:
Willis, John Todd, Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Pilot's Flight Operating Instructions]
Document entitled Pilot's Flight Operating Instructions for army models AT-6C and AT-6D, navy model SNJ-5, and British models Harvard IIA and III. The booklet was intended to replace T. O. No. 01-60FE-1, dated June 25, 1942. The instructions are split into five sections: Description, Pilot Operating Instructions, Flight Operating Data, Emergency Operating Instructions, and Operational Equipment. There is also an appendix for terms and operating charts.
Date:
April 5, 1944
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John W. Snyder to Joe B. Plosser and Charles A. Prince, April 5, 1943]
Letter from John W. Snyder to Joe B. Plosser and Charles A. Prince discussing the termination of the contract between them and the War Department, effective April 3, 1943.
Date:
April 5, 1943
Creator:
Snyder, John W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jack Steffen to Charles A. Prince, August 5, 1942]
Letter from Jack Steffen to Charles A. Prince discussing his intention to repair a broken dishwasher later that day. He also writes that he will send two coffee urns in pristine condition to Prince once Steffen returns to Los Angeles.
Date:
August 5, 1942
Creator:
Steffen, Jack
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. E. Olin to Defense Plant Corporation, April 5, 1943]
Letter from R. E. Olin to the Defense Plant Corporation discussing the Bill of Sale, Plancor 937.
Date:
April 5, 1943
Creator:
Olin, R. E.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. E. Olin to Defense Plant Corporation, April 5, 1943]
Letter from R. E. Olin to Defense Plant Corporation discussing previous correspondence received April 3, 1943, informing the Defense Plant Corporation that they need more information in order to protect their legal rights moving forward in the termination of their contract.
Date:
April 5, 1943
Creator:
Olin, R. E.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John S. Chambers to Sweetwater Army Flying School, June 5, 1942 #1]
Official notice from Colonel John S. Chambers to the Sweetwater Army Flying School discussing a how to complete requisitions.
Date:
June 5, 1942
Creator:
Chambers, John S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John S. Chambers to the Sweetwater Army Flying School, June 5, 1942 #2]
Letter from Colonel John S. Chambers to Sweetwater Army Flying School discussing a submission of requisitions.
Date:
June 5, 1942
Creator:
Chambers, John S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from C. A. Monroe to Joe B. Plosser, May 5, 1943]
Letter from C. A. Monroe to Joe B. Plosser discussing Burbank State Bank's congratulations on Plosser and Prince's recent acquittal in court as well as a recent payment of $200 made to the bank.
Date:
May 5, 1943
Creator:
Monroe, C. A.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Army Air Forces Student Weather Map #7, October 5]
Army Air Forces student weather map #7 for October 5, 1944, Time 0130C. The instructions read: "Draw in missing isobars: locate and color pressure centers, hazards, and precipitation." There is another map on the back of the page titled "Civil Aeronautics Administration Federal Airways Communication Stations" and includes a list of said stations.
Date:
October 5, 1944
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Map
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Army Mobilization Buildings: Plumbing Floor Plans
Plumbing floor plans for mobilization buildings in support of war efforts. They include floor plan type L-5-200 Men, floor plan type L-6 - 250 Men, floor plan type L-3 - 100 Men, floor plan type L-1 - 25 Men, floor plan type L-2 - 50 Men, floor plan type L-4 - 150 Men, capacities of water heaters and hot water storage tanks chart, and legend & notes.
Date:
May 5, 1937
Creator:
United States. Office of the Quartermaster General. Construction Division.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Army Mobilization Buildings: Wall Framing
Side elevation drawings for mobilization buildings in support of war efforts. They include typical end wall framing & part elevation, typical cross section showing partitions, typical side wall framing, and small sections for roof framing details.
Date:
May 5, 1937
Creator:
United States. Office of the Quartermaster General. Construction Division.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Army Mobilization Buildings: Floor Plans
Floor plans for mobilization buildings in support of war efforts. They include floor plan type L-5 (200 Men), floor plan type L-6 (250 Men), typical elevations, floor plan type L-3 (100 Men), floor plan type L-1 (25 Men), floor plan type L-2 (50 Men), floor plan type L-4 (150 Men), heater room end elevation, toilet room end elevation, notes, gas fired heating cabinets chart, electric fixture schedule, and elevation detail.
Date:
May 5, 1937
Creator:
United States. Office of the Quartermaster General. Construction Division.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Army Mobilization Buildings: Floor Plans
Floor plans for mobilization buildings in support of war efforts. They include floor plan type L-5 (200 Men), floor plan type L-6 (250 Men), typical elevations, floor plan type L-3 (100 Men), floor plan type L-1 (25 Men), floor plan type L-2 (50 Men), floor plan type L-4 (150 Men), heater room end elevation, toilet room end elevation, notes, gas fired heating cabinets chart, electric fixture schedule, and elevation detail.
Date:
May 5, 1937
Creator:
United States. Office of the Quartermaster General. Construction Division.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Army Mobilization Buildings: Wall Framing
Side elevation drawings for mobilization buildings in support of war efforts. They include typical end wall framing & part elevation, typical cross section showing partitions, typical side wall framing, and small sections for roof framing details.
Date:
May 5, 1937
Creator:
United States. Office of the Quartermaster General. Construction Division.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Army Mobilization Buildings: Wall Framing & Cross Sections
Wall framing and cross sections for mobilization buildings in support of war efforts. They include typical cross section, typical end wall framing and part elevation, typical side wall framing for all types, typical end wall framing and part elevation, and small detailed mechanical sections.
Date:
May 5, 1937
Creator:
United States. Office of the Quartermaster General. Construction Division.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Army Mobilization Buildings: Floor Plans
Floor plans for mobilization buildings in support of war efforts. They include floor plan type L-5 (200 Men), floor plan type L-6 (250 Men), typical elevations, floor plan type L-3 (100 Men), floor plan type L-1 (25 Men), floor plan type L-2 (50 Men), floor plan type L-4 (150 Men), heater room end elevation, toilet room end elevation, notes, gas fired heating cabinets chart, electric fixture schedule, and elevation detail.
Date:
May 5, 1937
Creator:
United States. Office of the Quartermaster General. Construction Division.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History