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[Postcard of T.J.S. Caldwell in Sailor Uniform]

Postcard of T.J.S. (Ted) Caldwell wearing a sailor uniform and standing near a sidewalk, with a street and building in the background. A handwritten note on the back addressed to Mrs. Ida in Beaumont, TX from Camp MacDonough in Plattsuburgh, NY says "Dear Aunt Ida, I wear a little different uniform now but this picture is very good. I hope you like it. When are you coming to Huntington? I hope to be there around the 25 of Aug. I would love to see you if you are going to be there. All my love to you. Ted."
Date: August 6, 1944
Creator: Caldwell, T.J.S.
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Confirmation Invitation for Ahavath Sholom, 1988] (open access)

[Confirmation Invitation for Ahavath Sholom, 1988]

Invitation for the confirmation exercises for the 1988 class of Ahavath Sholom synagogue, including a list of confirmands.
Date: May 6, 1988
Creator: Congregation Ahavath Sholom
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Magnolia Cemetery]

Postcard of Magnolia Cemetery in Beaumont with gate that says "Magnolia Cemetery." Printed at the top is "Magnolia Cemetery, Beaumont, Texas." Printed on the back of the postcard is the following information regarding the postcard's creation: "9744."
Date: October 6, 1915
Creator: D. J. Hicks Book Store
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer, February 6, 1876] (open access)

[Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer, February 6, 1876]

Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer discussing the ballad of "Linnie Dorn."
Date: February 6, 1876
Creator: Davis, Emma
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Julia B. Guerra to Mary Hall, May 6, 1956]

Postcard from Julia B. Guerra to Mary Hall, writing to say she's enjoying her vacation and to wish Mary well. The front of the postcard features a photograph of a small stone building with an American flag on a pole directly to the left of it, and a large sign on the roof that reads, "Cascade Caverns." The building has another section on the back left side, with a door and a window. The building is surrounded on the backside by trees.
Date: May 6, 1956
Creator: Guerra, Julia B.
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Students and Teachers in Front of Schoolhouse]

Photograph of schoolchildren and teachers in front of a schoolhouse that has wood paneling and four tall windows. Boys are seated in the front row along with a man kneeling in the center, while older children and adults stand in the back. Text written in the bottom-left corner says: "Colbert, I.T. Public School. Mar. 6".07. Prof. H. G. King, Prin. Hendricks Photo, Denison Tex." A boy near the far left, center row, is marked with red pen. There is a handwritten list of names and numbers on the back of the photograph.
Date: March 6, 1907
Creator: Hendricks Photo
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Self Winding Clock Company to Edgar B. Sutherlin, February 6, 1922] (open access)

[Letter from Self Winding Clock Company to Edgar B. Sutherlin, February 6, 1922]

Letter from Self Winding Clock Company to Edgar B. Sutherlin, on February 6, 1922, telling him how he can improve the illumination of the dials on the street clock he bought from them.
Date: February 6, 1922
Creator: Self Winding Clock Company
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from the Texas Secretary of State to Yvonne Sutherlin, July 6, 2000] (open access)

[Letter from the Texas Secretary of State to Yvonne Sutherlin, July 6, 2000]

Letter from the Texas Secretary of State to Yvonne Sutherlin, on July 6, 2000, supplying information on the Port Arthur Se-Cola Bottling Works.
Date: July 6, 2000
Creator: Texas. Secretary of State.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Bertha Wessely to Clarence W. Nelson, January 6, 1911]

Postcard from Bertha Wessely to Clarence W. Nelson, discussing a trade between the two of them. The front of the postcard features an illustration of the old mill dam in Boerne, Texas. The area depicted is a dried out river bed, with stumps and wood laying with rocks in the bottom of the bed. In the background, there are trees and and a green grassy area.
Date: January 6, 1911
Creator: Wessely, Bertha
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[1966 vacation bible school class]

Photograph of the 45th Annual Vacation Bible School Class of June 6 to 17, 1967, held by the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Beaumont, Texas. Appearing in the photograph are children and adults. The class provided religious instruction through bible stories and songs as well as youth entertainment through games, movies and handicraft activities. The image was taken on the grounds of the church.
Date: 1966-06-06/1966-06-17
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Elk Lodge Membership Card] (open access)

[Elk Lodge Membership Card]

Membership card for Elk Lodge belonging to John H. Sutherlin. It reads: "No. 502. Durango, Colo., Lodge No. 507, B. P. O. Elks. This is to Certify that Bro. John H. Sutherlin has paid dues to Apr 1, 1910 and at the date of issuing this card was in good standing in said lodge. Dated 6 day of Apr 1910."
Date: April 6, 1910
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Last Will and Testament of Thomas M. Scott] (open access)

[Last Will and Testament of Thomas M. Scott]

Last Will & Testament of Thomas McGee Scott, filed 6th of March, 1941.
Date: March 6, 1941
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Bette to Mr. I. McIngvall, March 6, 1914]

Postcard from Bette to Mr. I. McIngvall, discussing her stay in Boerne, Texas. The postcard features a photograph of long, tall, skinny suspension bridge in Boerne, Texas, made from concrete and metal, and spanning across a large open space between two hills. There are many trees on the two hills and on either side of the bridge. A handwritten note at the top of the photo reads, "We walked here today."
Date: March 6, 1914
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Louis to Miss Augusta Wille, February 6, 1913]

Postcard from Louis to Miss Augusta Wille, discussing something she sent to him, as well as what he has been doing since they last spoke. The front of the postcard features a photograph of a public school in Boerne, Texas. The building is two-stories, made from light-colored stone, with windows along all side of both stories and two short flights of stairs leading up to the two entrances. A narrow drive curves in front of the school.
Date: February 6, 1913
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of a Woman With Long Hair]

Postcard of a woman with long hair looking towards the camera. The letter below reads, "Hope you had a merry Xmas, will write soon. Tell me all about her. Address 480 Spruce st. Morgantown." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Gunston Hall Washington, D. C."
Date: January 6, 1911
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Avalon and Bay, Residence of P. K. Wrigley]

Postcard of a brightly colored town on the coast of an island, described as "Avalon and Bay, Residence of P. K. Wrigley in Foreground, Catalina Island, California." The message around the border and on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward Carl Texas Ice Co. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 6, 1934
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Bear Lake]

Postcard of a still lake with pine trees lining the shore at the base of a mountain range, described as "Bear Lake (Alt. 9,550 Ft.) Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. Long's Peak (Alt. 14,255 Ft.) and Glacier Gorge in Background." The message on the back reads, "Dear Aunt Mamie I have picked up this pen to tell you that we are having a wonderful time. Wish you were with us your loving niece, Northcall." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Mamie Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: August 6, 1946
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Church Home and Infirmary in Baltimore]

Postcard of a large brick complex with a blue roof, described as "The Church Home and Infirmary of the City of Baltimore, MD." The letter on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs Jeardel E. Jeard 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: July 6, 1941
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Country Club in Cincinnati]

Postcard of a two story building with a red roof, described as "Country Club." The letter reads, "Dear Holy: This is a dandy place. It is the largest. We are going to the pool this afternoon. Went to the Columbia theatre yesterday - Heine." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Huntington, W. Va. Third Ave Care Mr. Caldwell."
Date: September 6, 1907
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Girl In Sailor Shirt]

Postcard of a girl with curled hair wearing a shirt with anchors embroidered on the collar. On the back, a newspaper clipping reads "What you want," and written near it adds "is "J" What we want to know is who he is. H. H. 12-6-11." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: December 6, 1911
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Horse-Drawn Cart Loaded With Logs in the Woods]

Postcard of a man leading two horses drawing a cart loaded with logs in a foggy forest. The message on the back reads, "How's Fady? Everybody here has "Got em," as I was going to leave. I leave here Saturday for Dallas for "keeps." Harry 2-6-12." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida."
Date: February 6, 1912
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Oil Wells & Tank in Tulsa, Oklahoma]

Postcard of two pictures of gushing oil wells and one of a grey tank pasted on a manilla postcard. The letter reads, "My dear Mamie: - I don't know but I have thought of you all so often + the grand time we had in Bmt. Ask Mama if this don't remind her of our lake dell a good many people from B,t up here - when Mama come from Dallas she must busy now and all me I have my love + hugs to Bmt + we have a good time love to all - Mrs. Nelly." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont Texas McFaddin Ave."
Date: May 6, 1907
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Old St. Louis Hotel in New Orleans]

Postcard of a four story pink building. The letter on the back is illegible, and the postcard is addressed to "Miss M. McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Tex."
Date: April 6, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Pence Spring Hotel in West Virginia]

Postcard of a black and white photograph of two buildings in a field. The letter is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 3rd Ave Huntington W. Va. to J. L. Caldwell."
Date: August 6, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History