[Letter from C. H. Chernosky to Alex Bradford, September 27, 1938] (open access)

[Letter from C. H. Chernosky to Alex Bradford, September 27, 1938]

Letter from C. H. Chernosky to Alex Bradford thanking him for the previous letter. Chernosky read the letter at mass and the applause was outstanding. He will keep the letter as one of his life's treasures.
Date: September 27, 1938
Creator: Chernosky, C. H.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letters from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht - September 1940-December 1943] (open access)

[Letters from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht - September 1940-December 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht discussing personal updates. Bradford states that he is currently working in Canada within the mechanized cavalry regiment. In the second letter, Bradford encloses a newspaper clipping he mentioned on a phone call with Ruprecht, as well as the contact information for H. E. Whatson.
Date: 1940-09-28/1943-12-14
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Frank Dobbs to Alex Bradford, September 12, 1944] (open access)

[Postcard from Frank Dobbs to Alex Bradford, September 12, 1944]

Postcard from Frank Dobbs to Alex Bradford wondering where Bradford is and informing Alex that Major Pennington sends his regards often.
Date: September 12, 1944
Creator: Dobbs, Frank
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Political Cartoon and Fishing Article] (open access)

[Clipping: Political Cartoon and Fishing Article]

Political cartoon created by Looey Graff depicting a plump and wealthy war plant striker with an arm wrapped around the shoulder of an injured World War II veteran yelling, “Well! We Won the War! Didn’t We Kid?”. The back of the political cartoon features an article touching upon fishing and the three different types of fishing activities: hobby, sportsman, and deep-sea. Two additional cartoons are at the bottom of the article.
Date: September 1945
Creator: Watkins, Nina E. & Graff, Looey
Object Type: Clipping
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to David F. Glines - September 3, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to David F. Glines - September 3, 1944]

Letter from Alex Bradford to David F. Glines discussing the recent activities that Mr. Bradford has been encountering. These activities include visiting various fire equipment plants and laboratories to see recently created advancements since he had been overseas. Mr. Bradford mentions that he has been released from British service and is looking to enlist within the American Armed Forces as a fire-fighter. Finally, he states that he has been offered several civilian positions including a civilian fire chief, however he would like to be able to serve his country.
Date: September 3, 1944
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Battalion Chief Herman F. Kuch - September 4, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to Battalion Chief Herman F. Kuch - September 4, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to Battalion Chief Herman F. Kuch discussing the four (4) stage high-pressure Mack trucks that have been in service under Mr. Kuch's command. The rest of the correspondence features mutual persons of interest between Mr. Bradford and Mr. Kuch.
Date: September 4, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Larry Boyd to Alex Bradford, September 19, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Larry Boyd to Alex Bradford, September 19, 1943]

Letter from Larry S. Boyd to Alex Bradford apologizing for the jittery handwriting, as he is writing on top of a motor that's running. He discusses his services and how married life has been for him.
Date: September 19, 1943
Creator: Boyd, Lawrence L.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John D. Cunningham to Alex Bradford, September 6, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from John D. Cunningham to Alex Bradford, September 6, 1944]

Letter from John D. Cunningham to Alex Bradford on giving the news that Major Glines is in the hospital. Heart attack, won't be able to respond back til on duty.
Date: September 6, 1944
Creator: Cunningham, John D.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letters between Alex Bradford to A. A. Michaud, September 15 - September 17, 1943] (open access)

[Letters between Alex Bradford to A. A. Michaud, September 15 - September 17, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to A. A. Michaud on September 15th discussing his history as a firefighter overseas. An how Alex came across DuGas extinguishers in Afrika. He is wondering if they have a certain model and would like a chart of all types of approved hand extinguishers. A. A. Michaud's reply to Alex Bradford on September 17th was him being interested in his letter and accepting his request by giving him a chart along with the letter. He also invited Mr. Bradford to stop by the National Safety Congress in Chicago around early October. Or to the Marinette if time permits.
Date: 1943-09-15/1943-09-17
Creator: Bradford, Alex & Michaud, A. A.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ray Starner to Alex Bradford, September 25, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Ray Starner to Alex Bradford, September 25, 1944]

Letter from Ray Starner to Alex Bradford telling Bradford that he received his letter. Starner also provides an update on how he and his wife are doing with work.
Date: September 25, 1944
Creator: Starner, Ray G.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. Chernosky, September 3, 1939] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. Chernosky, September 3, 1939]

Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. Chernosky about Hitler getting hell from Czechoslovaks. Bradford will be taking action by being a explosive engineer and demolition expert.
Date: September 3, 1939
Creator: Chernosky, C. H.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to John B. Hawley Jr., September 16, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to John B. Hawley Jr., September 16, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to John B. Hawley Jr. on him being back in the states from overseas in military duty. He applauds John for being a war-minded man turning out the equipment needed for times like these.
Date: September 16, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from H. J. Brees to Alex Bradford, September 15, 1939] (open access)

[Letter from H. J. Brees to Alex Bradford, September 15, 1939]

Letter from H. J. Brees to Alex Bradford confirming his letter was received and will let him know if more hands are needed in military activities.
Date: September 15, 1939
Creator: Brees, H. J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to H. E. Slaymaker - September 30, 1940] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to H. E. Slaymaker - September 30, 1940]

Letter from Lance Corporal Alex Bradford to H. E. Slaymaker informing of Mr. Bradford's stationing at Camp Borden with the 2nd Canadian Motorcycle Regiment for training purposes. Mr. Bradford also provides information on his previous housing in Corpus Christi.
Date: September 30, 1940
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Fred W. Funke - September 13, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to Fred W. Funke - September 13, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to Fred W. Funk discussing possible additives that Mr. Bradford has seen during his time in the service of foreign nations as a fire suppression member. In addition to this discussion on chemical additives, Mr. Bradford asks about the possibility of adopting various fire suppression technologies in the United States of America.
Date: September 13, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence between Alex Bradford and Louise Zoerner - September 1943] (open access)

[Correspondence between Alex Bradford and Louise Zoerner - September 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to John Day Publishers asking for additional copies of the book, American Empire in Asia by Albert Viton. It is Mr. Bradford’s hope that these additional copies provide interested readers with the ability to read this well reviewed book. Letter from Louise Zoerner to Alex Bradford acknowledging his interest in acquiring Mr.Viton’s recently published book. After receipt of three dollars and 6 cents ($3.06) Ms. Zoerner will send a copy to Mr. Bradford. Letter from Alex Bradford to the John Day Publishing company and Louise Zoerner acknowledging the receipt of the letter sent on September 16th. Mr. Bradford mentions that he has tried multiple bookstores throughout his area attempting to acquire Mr. Viton’s book. After returning to New York, he will purchase a copy.
Date: 1943-09-11/1943-09-27
Creator: Bradford, Alex & Zoerner, Louise
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Basil Brewer - September 3, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to Basil Brewer - September 3, 1944]

Letter from Alex Bradford to Basil Brewer discussing the editorials written by Mr. Brewer. Mr. Bradford is a firm proponent of those editorials that are in favor of a strong National Defense. Finally, Mr. Bradford is extremely interested in the editorials covering Latin America as he spent several years in the region. Finally, Mr. Bradford asks that Basil Brewer says "Howdy" to Duke Lake (Austin Lake) of Boston, Massachusetts.
Date: September 3, 1944
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to David F. Glines - September 8, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to David F. Glines - September 8, 1944]

Letter from Alex Bradford to David F. Glines acknowledging that he has accepted an overseas appointment for fire-fighting purposes. Mr. Bradford asks that he receive Major Fred Shirk’s address and that any letters from V-Mail be returned to him.
Date: September 8, 1944
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Gustavo E. Bonadio - September 14, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to Gustavo E. Bonadio - September 14, 1944]

Letter from Alex Bradford to Gustavo E. Bonadio discussing the benefits attributed to various fire extinguishers and their manufacturers. Additionally Mr. Bradford asks about the "loaded steam" type of extinguishers and the possibility of laboratory testing.
Date: September 14, 1944
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from B. Brewer to Alex Bradford, September 6, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from B. Brewer to Alex Bradford, September 6, 1944]

Letter from B. Brewer to Alex Bradford on being grateful for his kind letter and if they can be of any help finding the materials in his letter. They'd be happy to assist.
Date: September 6, 1944
Creator: Brewer, Basil
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gustave E. Bonadio to Alex Bradford - September 18, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Gustave E. Bonadio to Alex Bradford - September 18, 1944]

Letter from Gustave E. Bonadio to Alex Bradford discussing firefighting equipment and techniques used within the New York Fire Department (NYFD).
Date: September 18, 1944
Creator: Bonadio, Gustavo E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Texas Registration Certificate for a 1935 Chevy Truck] (open access)

[Texas Registration Certificate for a 1935 Chevy Truck]

Texas registration certificate for a 1935 Chevrolet truck owned by Alex “Tex” Bradford. The registration certificate features additional information featuring the old license number, the new license number the engine number, the total weight, the total carrying capacity, and the total gross weight.
Date: September 1, 1938
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Frank L. Ahern to Alex Bradford, September 15, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Frank L. Ahern to Alex Bradford, September 15, 1944]

Letter from Frank L. Ahern to Alex Bradford responding to a previous letter expressing Bradford's interest in asbestos suits for fire fighters.
Date: September 15, 1944
Creator: Ahern, Frank L.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Douglas Aircraft Company Project 19: Returned Tools & Supplies] (open access)

[Douglas Aircraft Company Project 19: Returned Tools & Supplies]

Various invoices relating to Project 19: Gura Air Depot. Invoices include machine shops, stationery supplies shop, carpenter shops, and tool warehouses.
Date: September 16, 1942
Creator: Bradford, Alex
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History