[Abilene Board of Commissioners Minutes: 1954-1957] (open access)

[Abilene Board of Commissioners Minutes: 1954-1957]

Ledger containing minutes of the city Board of Commissioners in Abilene, Texas documenting the group's discussions and activities from October 1, 1954 to June 27, 1957. An index with names is included at the front.
Date: 1954-10-01/1957-06-27
Creator: Abilene (Tex.)
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Catalog of Abilene Christian College, 1949 (open access)

Catalog of Abilene Christian College, 1949

Publication describes the extension department of Abilene Christian College in Abilene, Texas.
Date: September 1, 1949
Creator: Abilene Christian College
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Catalog of Abilene Christian University, 1992-1994 (open access)

Catalog of Abilene Christian University, 1992-1994

Undergraduate catalog describes the governance, history, course offerings, and campus life of Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas.
Date: June 1, 1993
Creator: Abilene Christian University
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Si Addington, February 1, 1955] (open access)

[Telegram from Si Addington, February 1, 1955]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from Si Addington regarding opposition to Texas House Bill 7 due to his belief that it is a price fixing bill.
Date: February 1, 1955
Creator: Addington, Si
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Elvin R. Allen to Truett Latimer, April 1, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Elvin R. Allen to Truett Latimer, April 1, 1961]

Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Elvin R. Allen to Truett Latimer saying they are concerned by the number of candidates who have been running for office while serving in another capacity. They also ask for information on the law.
Date: April 1, 1961
Creator: Allen, Elvin R. & Allen, Mrs. Elvin R.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Training Schedule for Rifle Companies, for November 1941] (open access)

[Training Schedule for Rifle Companies, for November 1941]

A training schedule for rifle companies for the period of November, 1941, Headquarters, 10th Battalion, T.D.G. (Maj. T. N. Carswell, Commanding), Abilene, Texas. Prepared by1st. Lieut. John H. Alvis, Acting S-3, 10th Bat.
Date: November 1, 1941
Creator: Alvis, John H.
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Form letter from Geo. S. Anderson, W. W. Haynes, Thos. E. Roberts, E. M. Collier addressed to Trustee - October 1, 1952] (open access)

[Form letter from Geo. S. Anderson, W. W. Haynes, Thos. E. Roberts, E. M. Collier addressed to Trustee - October 1, 1952]

A form letter addressed to Trustee from Geo. S. Anderson, President, W. W. Haynes, Vice-President, Thos. E. Roberts, Secretary and E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated October 1, 1952. Anderson, Haynes, Roberts and Collier advise the Trustees of the need of Hardin-Simmons University for $150,000.00 to complete the girls' dormitory assuring them that the hospital can make the loan to the University and requests a vote for or against making the loan. Handwritten note by Carswell dates the decision as needed by October 3, 1952.
Date: October 1, 1952
Creator: Anderson, George S.; Haynes, W. W.; Roberts, Thomas E. & Collier, E. M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bill Andis to Truett Latimer, September 1, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Bill Andis to Truett Latimer, September 1, 1953]

Letter from Bill Andis to Truett Latimer discussing a recent casual "get-together" with other representatives and their wives.
Date: September 1, 1953
Creator: Andis, Bill R.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Camp Barkeley, Texas]

Postcard with text that says "Greetings from Camp Barkeley Texas." A handwritten note addressed to Miss Helen H. Aten from Woodrow W. Aten at Camp Barkeley says "Dear Helen and all - The radio is playing Mary Doats. Today was chilly but by tonite the sun came out and looks as if we might have a nice day tomorrow. Listened to Jack Benny Sunday- Kay Kaycer is now on. Had a pint of ice cream tonite. Bro Woodrow."
Date: March 1, 1944
Creator: Aten, Woodrow W.
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram form F. A. Bailey, February 1, 1955] (open access)

[Telegram form F. A. Bailey, February 1, 1955]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from F. A. Bailey regarding opposition to Texas House Bill 7, the Economic Waste Bill, claiming that it will give the government too much authority to regulate pricing. An address and name for "T. A. Bailey" are written in the bottom left in pencil.
Date: February 1, 1955
Creator: Bailey, F. A.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Eulaliah Ballard to T. N. Carswell - September 1, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Eulaliah Ballard to T. N. Carswell - September 1, 1944]

A letter written to Mr. Thos. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Eulaliah Ballard, Office of Department Adjutant, The American Legion, Austin, Texas, dated September 1, 1944. Ballard acknowledges the receipt of the "note" from Carswell dated August 30th in which he advises that he will be glad to attend the National Convention should some Delegate be unable to attend. Personal handwritten note by Ballard at bottom left of page; "Come to see us".
Date: September 1, 1944
Creator: Ballard, Eulaliah
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Statement from Arthur B. Berresford, M. D. addressed to T. N. Carswell and letter from Byrdie Carswell to T. N. Carswell] (open access)

[Statement from Arthur B. Berresford, M. D. addressed to T. N. Carswell and letter from Byrdie Carswell to T. N. Carswell]

A statement for professional services rendered to Peggy by Arthur B. Berresford, M. D., Ithaca, New York. Billed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, dated September 1, 1943. Handwritten note written to "Daddy" [T. N. Carswell] from "Mother" [Byrdie Carswell], dated Saturday night and continued on the reverse side of statement. She advises that she found this statement in the pile of letters to be answered and is forwarding it on to Carswell because the bill ought to be paid.
Date: September 1, 1943
Creator: Berresford, Arthur B.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from George S. Berry to Truett Latimer, November 1, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from George S. Berry to Truett Latimer, November 1, 1954]

Letter from Geo S. Berry to Truett Latimer discussing an upcoming party that Truett and other representatives have been invited to.
Date: November 1, 1954
Creator: Berry, George S.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. S. W. Mitchell and Mrs. G. H. Blair to Truett Latimer, August 1, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Mrs. S. W. Mitchell and Mrs. G. H. Blair to Truett Latimer, August 1, 1961]

Letter from Mrs. S. W. Mitchell and Mrs. G. H. Blair to Truett Latimer urging him to support the bill to close retail establishments on Sunday.
Date: August 1, 1961
Creator: Blair, Mrs. George H. & Mitchell, Mrs. S. W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from H. A. Boaz to James W. Hunt] (open access)

[Letter from H. A. Boaz to James W. Hunt]

A letter from Bishop H. A. Boaz, of Houston, Texas, to James W. Hunt. The letter expresses care and concern for Hunt and inquires as to Hunt's recovery after his recent illness.
Date: March 1, 1934
Creator: Boaz, H. A.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from James W. Bodley to T. N. Carswell - September 1, 1942] (open access)

[Letter from James W. Bodley to T. N. Carswell - September 1, 1942]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from James W. Bodley, Department Commander, Memphis, Tennesse, dated September 1, 1942. Announcement from the Department of Tennessee presenting Roane Waring as candidate for National Commander of the American Legion.
Date: September 1, 1942
Creator: Bodley, James W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Notice of Sheriff's Sale, Lots 1 and 2, Block G of the Miller and Mouser Subdivision, Abilene, Texas] (open access)

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

Document giving notice of a sheriff's sale of lots 1 and 2, block G of the Miller and Mouser subdivision, Abilene, Texas. The sale is as part of the Alias Execution for costs issued by the Taylor County District Court in Cause no. 2935, F. E. Haynes vs. Laura E. Cade, et al.
Date: August 1, 1921
Creator: Bond, John & Roe, J. M.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Doc Botkins February 1, 1955] (open access)

[Telegram from Doc Botkins February 1, 1955]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from Doc Botkins regarding opposition to Texas House Bill #7, due to the pricing regulation of natural gas proposed within the bill.
Date: February 1, 1955
Creator: Botkins, Doc
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Mrs. Harry R. Bridge, March 1, 1955] (open access)

[Telegram from Mrs. Harry R. Bridge, March 1, 1955]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from Mrs. Harry R. Bridge regarding support for Texas Senate Bill 213 and Texas House Bill 398.
Date: March 1, 1955
Creator: Bridge, Mrs. Harry R.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Randall Bridges to the State Board of Insurance, May 1, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Randall Bridges to the State Board of Insurance, May 1, 1961]

Letter from Randall Bridges to the State Board of Insurance's Fire Insurance Division; He encloses [not included here] the Rate Revision Certificate and Survey for Fireproof or Semi-Fireproof building and a copy of the architect's original plan for a building. There is also a paragraph at the end of the letter addressed to Truett Latimer.
Date: May 1, 1961
Creator: Bridges, Randall
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Maurice Brooks to Truett Latimer, September 1, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Maurice Brooks to Truett Latimer, September 1, 1961]

Letter from Maurice Brooks to Truett Latimer asking if there are any part-time jobs available at Hardin-Simmons University for a friend of his.
Date: September 1, 1961
Creator: Brooks, Maurice
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from B. G. Brown to Truett Latimer, June 1, 1959] (open access)

[Letter from B. G. Brown to Truett Latimer, June 1, 1959]

Letter from B. G. Brown to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer discussing opposition to highway legislation called the "Hack Bill," and recommends that a previous law be amended to appropriate more funds for farm-to-market road maintenance.
Date: June 1, 1959
Creator: Brown, B. G.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Earl Brown Jr. to Truett Latimer, May 1, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Earl Brown Jr. to Truett Latimer, May 1, 1953]

Letter from Earl Brown Jr. to Truett Latimer discussing passing senate bill 332, which relates to radio communication licence plates.
Date: May 1, 1953
Creator: Brown, Earl
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gus T. Brown to Truett Latimer, January 1, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from Gus T. Brown to Truett Latimer, January 1, 1957]

Letter from Gus T. Brown Jr. of Mutual Insurance Agents, Inc. to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer discussing the Texas Automobile Insurance Rating Law and why it should not be passed.
Date: January 1, 1957
Creator: Brown, Gus T. (Jr.)
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History