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[Joie Santé Bonheur Greeting Card] (open access)

[Joie Santé Bonheur Greeting Card]

Greeting card from Dan and Jeane Kempner sending best and sincere wishes to the recipient. The image on the front of the card is a color illustration of a band in uniform parading through a street lined with onlookers, some in balconies above the street. French flags hang from the balconies and two banners hang from the top of the buildings with the words "Meilleurs VÅ“ux Greetings.." and "Joie Sante Bonheur!!"
Date: 1956~
Creator: Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956 & Kempner, Jeane Bertig
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Holiday Card from Hilene Westphalen Lemaitre] (open access)

[Holiday Card from Hilene Westphalen Lemaitre]

Greeting card from Jacques and Hilene Westphalen Lemaitre thanking the recipient for thinking of them and sending best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. The front of the card has a photograph of the Abbey of Beaubec-la-Rosière.
Date: 1952~
Creator: Westphalen Lemaitre, Hilene
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from David Freres to Harris Leon Kempner, October 2, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from David Freres to Harris Leon Kempner, October 2, 1954]

Letter from David Freres to Harris Leon Kempner enclosing an invoice for $250.60.
Date: October 2, 1954
Creator: Freres, David
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
[Holiday Card from Jacques Griffe] (open access)

[Holiday Card from Jacques Griffe]

Holiday card from Jacques Griffe inviting the recipient to a boutique opening, "La Foire aux Cadeaux," in Paris by the designer that will feature decorations by Fred de Cabrol.
Date: 1950-12?
Creator: Jacques Griffe
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[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
[Clipping: Le Billet Dans Le Bas] (open access)

[Clipping: Le Billet Dans Le Bas]

Clipping from Le Figaro arguing against the portrayal of France as weak and useless, the American funding of a German Army, and advocating for more American help in Vietnam.
Date: January 27, 1953
Creator: Mauriac, François
Object Type: Clipping
System: The Portal to Texas History
[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 Cici Mattioli to Harris Kempner, November 6, 1963] (open access)

[Letter from Cici Mattioli to Harris Kempner, November 6, 1963]

Handwritten letter from Cici Mattioli to Harris Kempner discussing their business relationship. Mattioli has recently returned to Milan and learned that Kempner has severed his business relationship with Mattioli & Ghedini. Mattioli is sad to hear this, especially due to Gianni's poor health, but understands. Mattioli and Laura send their best wishes to Kempner and Ruth.
Date: November 6, 1963
Creator: Mattioli, Cici
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co., January 1953] (open access)

[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co., January 1953]

Invoice for D. W. Kempner by Robert Gerst & Co., including export price, shipping costs, etc. worth 32930 Francs.
Date: January 23, 1953
Creator: Robert Gerst & Cie.
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co., May 1953] (open access)

[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co., May 1953]

Invoice for D. W. Kempner by Robert Gerst & Cie., including balance of 32930 Francs.
Date: May 12, 1953
Creator: Robert Gerst & Cie.
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice from Robert Gerst & Cie., January 23, 1953] (open access)

[Invoice from Robert Gerst & Cie., January 23, 1953]

Invoice for items sold to D. W. Kempner by Robert Gerst & Co., Factory of Patès de Foie Gras and Canned Food, with 15% discount worth $32.52.
Date: January 23, 1953
Creator: Robert Gerst & Cie.
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Account Statement for Robert Gerst & Cie., January 23, 1953] (open access)

[Account Statement for Robert Gerst & Cie., January 23, 1953]

Invoice for balance paid by D. W. Kempner by Robert Gerst & Co., including paté, export price, discount, etc. worth $32.52.
Date: January 23, 1953
Creator: Robert Gerst & Co.
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co., January 1949] (open access)

[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co., January 1949]

Invoice for balance due to Robert Gerst & Co. by Pierre Chardine including shipping costs, insurance, etc. worth 33,054 Franc.
Date: January 4, 1949
Creator: Robert Gerst & Cie.
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co.] (open access)

[Invoice for Balance Due to Robert Gerst & Co.]

Invoice for balance due to Robert Gerst & Co. by Mr. D. W. Kempner for order placed by Mr. P. Chardine, including shipping costs, advanced insurance, etc. worth 32930 Francs. Payment received on April 2nd, 1953.
Date: January 23, 1953
Creator: Robert Gerst & Cie.
Object Type: Text
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 Mr. Cherr, 1948?] (open access)

[Letter from Mr. Cherr, 1948?]

Handwritten letter from Mr. Cherr stating that they are sorry the recipient has left France without seeing them as they have been in poor health. Mr. Cherr thanks the recipient for the sweets and wishes them a safe return home and to give their regards to Mr. Kempner.
Date: 1948~
Creator: Cherr
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice from Air France] (open access)

[Invoice from Air France]

Invoice for items sold to Mr. Kempner by Daniel Colin-Olivier, including several Air France plane tickets.
Date: November 13, 1957
Creator: Daniel Colin-Olivier
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Blank Telegram Form With Handwritten Itemized List] (open access)

[Blank Telegram Form With Handwritten Itemized List]

Blank overseas telegram form provided by the Hotel Plaza Athenee in Paris. On the reverse side is a handwritten, itemized list of various items, including a clock, flower pot, perfumes, purses, suits, dresses, and gloves, listing their prices in Francs and other currencies.
Date: 1950~
Creator: Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
Object Type: Text
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