A newspaper clipping with an article titled "T. I. P. A TO MEET WITH THE NORMAL." The article was by THE LASS---O - COLLEGE OF INDUSTRIAL ARTS, DENTON, TEXAS dated MARCH 27, 1915, and announces a meeting of T. I. P. A. which is to be held on April 1 and 2. Listed in the program is a session to be presented by T. N. Carswell of Simmons, " What Is Needed to Edit a Successful Annual." This clipping was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College.

An invitation from Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Compere At Home - to the Freshman Class of Simmons College, dated April 19, 1912. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A Christmas tag. "To Tommie From Prexy" [to T. N. Carswell from J. D. Sandefer]. The artwork on the tag features a squirrel and trees in snow. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A printed paper with the poem "Texas," by Edwin Brush. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A calling card with the name Pearl Ware in calligraphy. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A handwriiten invitation that reads, "Come early - stay late, Devoid of fashion just about eight, With dress or apron, As becometh Juniors, To prepare and serve oysters, In the most approved style, Then amuse yourself or 'spoon' for awhile G. I. H. 7:30 to 10:30 March 13, 1914." This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A picture postcard of two unidentified women wearing floor-length dresses posing in front of a backdrop which depicts fringed drapery, a footed pedestal and greenery. The reverse side is an unused postcard. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A printed program for the Freshman-Sophomore Debate held in Simmons Auditorium dated December 4, 1914. The debate topic is listed as follows: "Resolved that the nations should disarm and settle all disputes by arbitration." This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A picture postcard with a rendered, aerial, isometric view of SIMMONS UNIVERSITY - ABILENE, TEXAS in the early 1920's. The reverse side is an unused postcard. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A printed copy of The Senior Song of Simmons College. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A printed Invitation Order including a list of names of seniors in the graduating Class of 1915, Simmons College. The list also includes quantities of invitations ordered and the cost. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

A printed copy of the by-laws of Hardin-Simmons University (Abilene, Texas).

Personal narrative written by Washington Carroll Bryan describing his family history.

Receipt for property taxes paid to Taylor County by Henry Sayles, Sr. for the year 1908. The receipt includes the assessed value of Sayles' property and an inventory of the taxes paid.

Receipt for poll taxes paid to Taylor County by Henry Sayles, Sr. for the year 1908. The receipt lists Sayles' age, race, occupation, and number of years he'd lived in Taylor County, Texas.

Receipt for taxes paid to the City of Abilene by Henry Sayles, Sr. for the year 1908. The receipt includes the assessed value of Sayles' property and an inventory of taxes paid.

Handwritten note listing the prices of lumber order by R. R. S. Lundry from July 18, 1905 to November 30, 1905. The note is on Citizens Lumber Company letterhead and is dated January 11, 1909.

Receipt for property taxes paid to "S. J." County, likely San Jacinto County, by Sayles & Sayles for the year 1908. The receipt includes the assessed value of the property and an inventory of the taxes paid.

Receipt for property taxes paid to Montgomery County by Henry Sales for the year 1908. The receipt includes the assessed value of Sales' property in Montgomery County and an inventory of taxes paid.

A handwritten announcement regarding the Philatheas entertaining the Baracas at the home of Mrs. J. R. Monroe dated January 17, 1908. This item was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College (Abilene, Texas).

Two copies of a document describing the details of a loan for the purchase of land by T.K. Powell, C.M. McCauley, B.L. Russell, Compere Bros., R.G. Patton, George L. Paxton, Henry James, and K.K. Legett.

Brief history of the Bryan family, written by a member of the family.

Report card for Ruth Legett's time at Simmons College, listing her classes and grades.

A card with a printed rendering of building affiliated with the 1914 meeting of T. I. P. A. - Texas Intercollegiate Press Association at Trinity University, Waxahachie, Texas. This card was originally part of a scrapbook assembled by Thomas Norwood Carswell, largely containing items related to his time at Simmons College.