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[Statement From the Galveston National Bank] (open access)

[Statement From the Galveston National Bank]

Bank statement from the Galveston National Bank stating that the balance as of June 9, 1901 was $512.34 and acknowledging receipt of cancelled checks nos. 915, 916, 917, and 918.
Date: June 11, 1901
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from C. C. Hemming to M. E. Sayles, August 11, 1906] (open access)

[Letter from C. C. Hemming to M. E. Sayles, August 11, 1906]

Letter from C. C. Hemming to M. E. Sayles discussing a warranty deed on the timber in Hardin County. Hemming warrants the title to the extent of his interest.
Date: August 11, 1906
Creator: Hemming, C. C.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to H. N. McKellar, January 11, 1912] (open access)

[Letter to H. N. McKellar, January 11, 1912]

Letter to H. N. McKellar requesting he issue citation for defendant The Midland National Bank only. McKellar also receives carbon copies of the petitions.
Date: January 11, 1912
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Sayles to David W. Stephens, July 11,1932] (open access)

[Letter from John Sayles to David W. Stephens, July 11,1932]

Letter from John Sayles to David W. Stephens regarding the case of Underwood et al vs. Gulf Refining Company. John Sayles encloses a copy of the plaintiff's plea of misjoinder of parties and causes of action.
Date: July 11, 1932
Creator: Sayles, John
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
Cause No. 4035: Answers and Deposition of V. Robert Kerr] (open access)

Cause No. 4035: Answers and Deposition of V. Robert Kerr]

Document in the cause no. 4035, W. O. Rainwater et al. vs. Indian Territory Illuminating Oil Company, containing the written testimony of V. Robert Kerr. The testimony was taken before a notary and answers the questions set by the plaintiff's and defendant's attorneys.
Date: October 11, 1938
Creator: Kerr, V. Robert
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sayles & Sayles to C. W. Kenner, October 11, 1919] (open access)

[Letter from Sayles & Sayles to C. W. Kenner, October 11, 1919]

Letter from Sayles & Sayles to C. W. Kenner approving title to the oil and gas lease for a tract of land in the name of Kate Z. Williams. This lease originally was executed by J. D. Martin and Geo C. Bishop. The terms of the lease are discussed and includes a royalty for a percentage of all oil produced.
Date: October 11, 1919
Creator: Sayles & Sayles
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner, September 11, 1908] (open access)

[Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner, September 11, 1908]

Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner regarding the selling of his stock or interest in land in Lee County. Sayles does not want to lose control of the stock or sell it for less than what it's worth. Sayles lists the profits that could be made from the Wichita Water & Light Company. The two are waiting on a president to be elected for the company.
Date: September 11, 1908
Creator: Sayles, Henry
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henry Sayles to Ed. S. Hughes, January 11, 1911] (open access)

[Letter from Henry Sayles to Ed. S. Hughes, January 11, 1911]

Letter from Henry Sayles to Ed. S. Hughes discussing how to handle opposition to the railroad and how to present information about the railroad to Trumbull. Sayles discusses a conference that Abilene was invited to as they will likely have a railroad as part of the Cross Plains extension. Sayles believes there is a good chance of securing a twenty-five year lease for the railroad.
Date: January 11, 1911
Creator: Sayles, Henry
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Sayles to David W. Stephens, July 11, 1932] (open access)

[Letter from John Sayles to David W. Stephens, July 11, 1932]

Letter from John Sayles to David W. Stephens discussing that there is no case on trial today. Mr. Sayles believes Sam Underwood case will be reached on Wednesday or Thursday.
Date: July 11, 1932
Creator: Sayles, John
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Draft of Mineral Deed, R. H. Reaves to Perry Sayles] (open access)

[Draft of Mineral Deed, R. H. Reaves to Perry Sayles]

Mineral deed certifying the sale of a 1/16 interest in the oil, gas, and minerals of a tract of land in Comanche County, Texas from R. H. Reaves to Perry Sayles. This document has correction in red pencil.
Date: January 11, 1919
Creator: Reaves, R. H.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Cause No. 6733-A: Order of Continuation and Temporary Injunction, October 11, 1928] (open access)

[Cause No. 6733-A: Order of Continuation and Temporary Injunction, October 11, 1928]

Document in cause no. 6733-A, Gulf Pipe Line Company vs. A. D. Fulton, granting a continuation of the cause and temporary injunction. This document is unsigned.
Date: October 11, 1928
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jack Sayles to Edward S. Arentz, March 11, 1940] (open access)

[Letter from Jack Sayles to Edward S. Arentz, March 11, 1940]

Letter from Jack Sayles to Edward S. Arentz discussing the Betty estate. Sayles states the first requirement is not met, as there was a failure to obtain a title by John O'Loughlin. However, the second and third requirement are met. Sayles asks for the title division of Indian Territory Illuminating Company to notify him whether or not they want to waive the requirements.
Date: March 11, 1940
Creator: Sayles, Jack
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Sheriff's Sale, Lots 1 and 2 in Block G of the Miller and Mouser Subdivision, Abilene, Texas] (open access)

[Sheriff's Sale, Lots 1 and 2 in Block G of the Miller and Mouser Subdivision, Abilene, Texas]

Document certifying the sheriff's sale of Lots 1 and 2 in Block G of the Miller and Mouser Subdivision, Abilene, Texas. The sale was to cover costs issued by the Taylor County District Court against Laura E. Cade, et al.
Date: June 11, 1915
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Cause No. 6733-A: Order of Continuation and Temporary Injunction, October 11, 1928] (open access)

[Cause No. 6733-A: Order of Continuation and Temporary Injunction, October 11, 1928]

Document in cause no. 6733-A, Gulf Pipe Line Company vs. A. D. Fulton, granting a continuation of the cause and temporary injunction. Some of the details are filled in by hand and the document is unsigned.
Date: October 11, 1928
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner, September 11, 1908] (open access)

[Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner, September 11, 1908]

Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner discussing stock to possibly sell. Sayles' son Henry objects to the arrangement because of his obligation to sell land in Lee County. Sayles states he would not sell anyone else his interest in the Water & Light Company stock. Sayles mentions the demand for water is growing rapidly and discusses other plants in Abilene.
Date: September 11, 1908
Creator: Sayles, Henry
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Promissory Note From R. H. Reaves and Perry Sayles to The City National Bank, January 11, 1919] (open access)

[Promissory Note From R. H. Reaves and Perry Sayles to The City National Bank, January 11, 1919]

Promissory note from R. H. Reaves and Perry Sayles to The City National Bank in Eastland, Texas, in the amount of $1000.00 with an interest rate of ten percent until the note is paid. A handwritten note on the front reads, "Paid 4/11/19 [..]."
Date: January 11, 1919
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Indian Territory Illuminating Oil Company, August 11, 1939] (open access)

[Invoice for Indian Territory Illuminating Oil Company, August 11, 1939]

Invoice from the Indian Territory Illuminating Oil Company for $444.17, "In payment for statement as rendered" on August 1, 1939.
Date: August 11, 1939
Creator: Indian Territory Illuminating Oil Company
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rupert C. Allen to Sayles & Sayles, March 11, 1940] (open access)

[Letter from Rupert C. Allen to Sayles & Sayles, March 11, 1940]

Letter from Rupert C. Allen to Sayles & Sayles remitting an abstract on land in Ochiltree County bought for the railroad.
Date: March 11, 1940
Creator: Allen, Rupert C.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. E. La Fon to Perry Sayles, July 11, 1933] (open access)

[Letter from W. E. La Fon to Perry Sayles, July 11, 1933]

Letter from W. E. La Fon to Perry Sayles in discussing Mr. Sayles meal options and payment options at the Connellee Hotel in which Mr. Sayles is staying.
Date: July 11, 1933
Creator: La Fon, W. E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henry Sayles to F. W. Hughes, January 11, 1911] (open access)

[Letter from Henry Sayles to F. W. Hughes, January 11, 1911]

Letter from Henry Sayles to F. W. Hughes letting him know to not have conversations with certain individuals about the railroad. Sayles was made Chairman of the Committee of Resolutions. Sayles believes a committee member, John Bryan, will oppose any of his suggestions. Sayles elaborates on how he thinks they should handle those that oppose the railroad operation.
Date: January 11, 1911
Creator: Sayles, Henry
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jack Sayles to Edward S. Arentz, March 11, 1940] (open access)

[Letter from Jack Sayles to Edward S. Arentz, March 11, 1940]

Letter from Jack Sayles to Edward S. Arentz discussing different requirements for the lease on the Betty Estate. These include obtaining abstracts, records of deed, patents and changes of depository. Also needed is a waiver by John O'Loughlin.
Date: March 11, 1940
Creator: Sayles, Jack
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Perry Sayles to R. H. Reaves, April 11, 1919] (open access)

[Letter from Perry Sayles to R. H. Reaves, April 11, 1919]

Letter from Perry Sayles to R. H. Reaves stating he has closed the balance on their note for a royalty deal. Reaves will receive half the balance due to them.
Date: April 11, 1919
Creator: Sayles, Perry
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Sayles to Will Stith, January 11, 1909] (open access)

[Letter from John Sayles to Will Stith, January 11, 1909]

Letter from John Sayles to Will Stith requesting that he pay Harris $45.30 for delivery of an outdated note.
Date: January 11, 1909
Creator: Sayles, John
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice From Frick-Reid Supply Company to Jake L. Hamon, Jr., March 11, 1925] (open access)

[Invoice From Frick-Reid Supply Company to Jake L. Hamon, Jr., March 11, 1925]

Invoice from the Frick-Reid Supply Company to Jake L. Hamon, Jr. for $6.18.
Date: March 11, 1925
Creator: Frick-Reid Supply Company
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History