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[Annotated Business Card for Pierre De Calan] (open access)

[Annotated Business Card for Pierre De Calan]

Annotated business card of Pierre De Calan, deputy vice president of the general union of the French cotton industry.
Date: 1963~
Creator: L'industrie cotonnière française
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History

Hunting-themed necktie

Man's necktie of beige triacetate in fox hunting motif with rider in blue livery on brown horse with three brown hounds. Tipped in white with green "Christian Dior" print.
Date: 1965/1985
Creator: Christian Dior (Firm)
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Evening shoes

Pair of woman's heeled pumps. Covered in black fabric with bow of same across vamp. Heels with wedge cross-section. Right shoe: "Roger Vivier / Paris"; "sur mesure" Left shoe: Same as left, "3205"
Date: 1965/1975
Creator: Vivier, Roger
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris L. Kempner, May, 1964] (open access)

[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris L. Kempner, May, 1964]

Letter from French tailor company David Chemisier to Harris L. Kempner informing him they are moving and providing an address for future use.
Date: May 1964
Creator: David Chemisier
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jean-Paul David to Harris L. Kempner, December 28, 1965] (open access)

[Letter from Jean-Paul David to Harris L. Kempner, December 28, 1965]

Letter from Jean-Paul David to Harris L. Kempner apologizing for not responding sooner and informing him that the fabric samples he requested are on the way.
Date: December 28, 1965
Creator: David, Jean-Paul
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris L. Kempner, December 28, 1964] (open access)

[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris L. Kempner, December 28, 1964]

Letter from David Chemisier to Harris L. Kempner acknowledging his order for new shirts and promising to send them his way as soon as they are ready.
Date: December 28, 1964
Creator: David Chemisier
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sabine Chardine to Harris L. Kempner and Ruth A. Kempner, Thursday] (open access)

[Letter from Sabine Chardine to Harris L. Kempner and Ruth A. Kempner, Thursday]

Letter from Sabine Chardine to Harris L. Kempner and Ruth A. Kempner discussing personal updates. Sabine apologizes for being so late in responding, shares her sadness at Pierre's departure, and mentions having to sell her house.
Date: 1965
Creator: Chardine, Sabine
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter From P. Thoumyre to Harris Leon Kempner, December 1, 1960] (open access)

[Letter From P. Thoumyre to Harris Leon Kempner, December 1, 1960]

Letter from P. Thoumyre to Harris Leon Kempner regarding his telegram of November 7th about his friend, Pierre Chardine's death that he got to know now from his father-in-law. He mentions that he's grateful for this kind gesture. He also included a copy of the announcement they're sending everyone who weren't informed till now.
Date: December 1, 1960
Creator: Thoumyre, P.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from David Freres to Harris Leon Kempner, December 26, 1962] (open access)

[Letter from David Freres to Harris Leon Kempner, December 26, 1962]

Letter from David Freres to Harris Leon Kempner with samples of shirts he has ordered previously and dark poplin to be used for pajamas.
Date: December 26, 1962
Creator: Freres, David
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. R. W. to Federation of French Alliances, February, 1965] (open access)

[Letter from I. R. W. to Federation of French Alliances, February, 1965]

Letter from I. R. W. to Federation of French Alliances discussing various happenings in Paris including the recent holidays, construction projects, literary awards, theater, cinema, ballet, art, fashion, and science.
Date: February 1965
Creator: W., I. R.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sabine Chardine to Harris L. Kempner, May 1, 1965] (open access)

[Letter from Sabine Chardine to Harris L. Kempner, May 1, 1965]

Letter from Sabine Chardine to Harris L. Kempner thanking his family for contributing to their project and sending well wishes.
Date: May 1, 1965
Creator: Chardine, Sabine
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

Dress ensemble

Three piece cocktail suit of black quilted silk damask. a) Sleeveless tunic overdress in a sheath style that overlaps in back with three covered buttons at center back. b) Matching skirt that hangs 8 inches below dress. c) Matching jacket with bermuda collar. Double breasted with three double rows of braided buttons and straight fitted sleeves. Designer's label: "Givenchy / Paris" Handwritten couture label underneath designer's label: "28554" Costumer's tag: "Don. Mrs. Audrey Hepburn"
Date: Autumn 1964
Creator: Givenchy, Hubert de, 1927-2018
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Telegram From the Acarrette Family to the Kempners, November 23, 1963] (open access)

[Telegram From the Acarrette Family to the Kempners, November 23, 1963]

Telegram sent by the Acarrette family to Mr. and Mrs. Harris Kempner and their sons discussing their devastation at the death of President Kennedy and expressing their deep and affectionate sympathy.
Date: November 23, 1963, 3:10 p.m.
Creator: Acarrette
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

Robe

A) Bathrobe of purple velvet lined with purple satin. Standing collar, two pockets. Rolled cuffs of matching purple satin. Designer's label at inside left side seam: Made in France / Modele / Depose / By Cadolle / 14 Rue Cambon Paris B) Matching tie sash in purple satin.
Date: 1960
Creator: Cadole
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris Leon Kempner, September 25, 1963] (open access)

[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris Leon Kempner, September 25, 1963]

Letter from David Chemisier to Harris Leon Kempner regarding the shirt that he sent back due to damage. The company will take the necessary steps to reimburse Kempner.
Date: September 25, 1963
Creator: David Chemisier
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris Leon Kempner, September 17, 1963] (open access)

[Letter from David Chemisier to Harris Leon Kempner, September 17, 1963]

Letter from David Chemisier to Harris Leon Kempner explaining that they didn't receive the shirt he returned. They also provide a statement of the amount that he needs to pay them since the package is lost.
Date: September 17, 1963
Creator: David Chemisier
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Froger & Co. to Harris Kempner, December 4, 1964] (open access)

[Letter from Froger & Co. to Harris Kempner, December 4, 1964]

Letter from Froger & Co. to Harris Kempner regarding Kempner's request for shirt samples. The letter mentions the price for two types of shirts and states they hope to see Kempner in Paris. Included with the letter are 3 fabric samples stamped with numbers.
Date: December 4, 1964
Creator: Froger & Cie
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Froger & Co. to Harris Kempner, January 8, 1964] (open access)

[Letter from Froger & Co. to Harris Kempner, January 8, 1964]

Letter from Froger & Co. to Harris Kempner explaining that his order is being sent by air mail and enclosing an invoice for 3 poplin shirts.
Date: January 8, 1964
Creator: Froger & Cie
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from George I. Duca to Harris Leon Kempner, July 1962] (open access)

[Letter from George I. Duca to Harris Leon Kempner, July 1962]

Letter from George I. Duca to Harris Leon Kempner enclosing the latest " Lettre de Paris" which they hope would be of his interest.
Date: July 1962
Creator: Duca, George I.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Christian Clerc to Harris Kempner, September 4, 1963] (open access)

[Letter from Christian Clerc to Harris Kempner, September 4, 1963]

Letter from Christian Clerc to Harris Kempner informing him that Francine is still out of town but will take care of arrangements to Sally Truslow and her friend as soon as she returns. He notes that most people are absent from Paris in the month of August.
Date: September 4, 1963
Creator: André Clerc
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

Velvet ensemble

Evening ensemble of black crushed velvet. A) Cocktail dress of black crushed velvet, ankle length, with long sleeves. From knees to hem the skirt is of velvet fringe cut from the fabric. Designer's label: "Givenchy" Hidden behind designer's label is handwritten couture label: "47 757" B) Stole of crushed black velvet with long chenille velvet fringe along one side. At ends are "two tiny pockets to put hands in to cross shawl over breast". Designer's Label: "Givenchy Paris". Hidden behind designer's label is handwritten couture label: "47 156" C) Belt of velvet.
Date: 1969
Creator: Givenchy, Hubert de, 1927-2018
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Pink silk shoes

Pumps of bright pink silk, gentle pointed toe box with floppy tied bow of self creating cutout effect, round vamp, stacked heel covered in self. Measurements: L: 23 cm. W: 7 cm. H: 11.5 cm. Heel: 6.5 cm, 2.5 inches Markings L&R- "sur mesure / Roger Viver / Paris"
Date: 1960/1969
Creator: Vivier, Roger Herni
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Embellished pumps

Pumps of black velour with squared toe and covered chunky 2" heel. Toe of pumps have rectangular detail with grey lined seed beads and crystal rhinestones. Leather interior. Left: Givenchy / René Mancini / Paris Right: Made in Italy / Expressly / for /Lou Lattimore
Date: 1960/1969
Creator: Mancini, Rene
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library

Embellished pumps

Pumps of brown velour with squared toe and covered chunky 2" heel. Toe of pump has rectangular detail with grey lined seed beads and nine crystal rhinestones. Leather interior; suede bottom. Left: Givenchy / Rene Mancini / Paris Right: Made In Italy / Expressly / For / Lou Lattimore
Date: 1960/1969
Creator: Mancini, Rene
Object Type: Physical Object
System: The UNT Digital Library