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[Letter from James G. Gee to Truett Latimer, September 9, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from James G. Gee to Truett Latimer, September 9, 1954]

Letter from James G. Gee to Truett Latimer requesting he visit the Texas State Teachers College and attend a game at some point, offering him a season pass to all games played on campus.
Date: September 9, 1954
Creator: Gee, James G.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to Linnet White, April 3, 1911] (open access)

[Letter to Linnet White, April 3, 1911]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. In this letter addressed to Cousin Linnet, a child write that she would love for Linnet to send a picture to her of Ruth. The child notes that she loves little Ruth, but that the baby has took her place. She details her mother's poultry endeavor and mentions that Chester says hello to Linnet.
Date: April 3, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Opal Drury to Mary Ann Moore and Linnet White, April 3, 1911] (open access)

[Letter from Opal Drury to Mary Ann Moore and Linnet White, April 3, 1911]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Opal Drury to Linnet White and Mary Ann Moore. In the letter, Opal discusses that the family does not have any time to write due to the baby, notes that Clifford Chandler and the Harris children have the measles, and and mentions that they have a new carriage. Opal informs Moore and White of the successful crops in Greenville, and states that her mom has a successful endeavor raising chickens, hens, and partridges. She states that the baby is beginning to crawl and has one tooth. She also notes that she has "fell off so much," about 15 pounds or so and that they would no recognize her at all. She closes the letter by expressing her wish to see them this summer and hopes that they write soon. A name card for Dr. Benjamin Thomas White is included in the letter as well as an envelope addressed to Mr. Claude D. White.
Date: April 3, 1911
Creator: Drury, Opal
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Henry S. Moore to Charles B. Moore, September 3, 1885] (open access)

[Letter from Henry S. Moore to Charles B. Moore, September 3, 1885]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Henry S. Moore to his brother Charles B. Moore. In the letter, Henry informs Charles of news from Collin Co. and it includes: the letter sent to Sam with a turnip seed in it, a family friend's haul of corn, the construction of the reaper shelter per Charles' advice, Betty Thornhill and Neal Moore's visit, the unexpected visit of Jim Nelms, Solomon's trip to Hunt Co. and details that he has not returned yet, the plowing of Osbourne's millet patch, the condition of his turnip plants due to the dry weather, Neal's reading ability and how he has been passing the time, Henry's discovery of a new star and details on how he has passed on that information to verify the discovery, Nelm's religious affiliation, the killing of a wild cat, political commentary on the prohibition party, and updates on weather, friends, and community. The envelope is included with the letter. It was sent to Charles when he was in Gallatin, Tennessee visiting kin.
Date: September 3, 1885
Creator: Moore, Henry S.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Henry S. Moore to the Moore family, September 3, 1889] (open access)

[Letter from Henry S. Moore to the Moore family, September 3, 1889]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Henry S. Moore to the Moore family. In this letter, Henry updates the Moore family on the goings-on in Collin County and the news includes: confirmation that the Moore's letters were received, a dialogue about Lila and Solomon, a discussion about the new well, a weather update about the day's rain, details on how the rain halted Gross and Solomon's work on the grass, a dialogue about Gross picking up turnip seeds in Melissa, a discussion about exploring the property for water, details about Jones & Co., news about Charles' red heifer, a dialogue about Jupiter, updates on the family and on friends who have visited recently, news about Bessie and Cloyd, a discussion about Emmet's bow and arrows, news of the Webb-Moyer death, details on the pastures drying up, a discussion about the sanctificationists, a discussion the options of splicing a team with Will Dixon to meet an appointment in town, an a dialogue about a skunk. He closes this letter and begins on the seventh page with a letter dated September 4th. In this short second letter, Henry details the happenings in Collin County …
Date: September 3, 1889
Creator: Moore, Henry S.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letters from Henry S. Moore to Charles B. Moore, September 14-18, 1889] (open access)

[Letters from Henry S. Moore to Charles B. Moore, September 14-18, 1889]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Henry S. Moore and addressed to Charles, who was in Gallatin at the time. In this letter, Henry updates the Moore family on the goings-on in Collin County and the news includes: weather updates and how the rains have raised the water levels around the county, news about the Choctaw bridge, a dialogue about Gross mowing the yard and the sprouting of the cotton seed, a discussion concerning the Roland P.O. Box, details on a community funeral,news from Melissa, a dialogue concerning the debate that was had between Parson Conly and Moore, news on the cattle, and a discussion about family friends and their visits to Moore's place. Moore begins a second letter on September 15th on page five. In this letter, Henry continues to inform the Moore Family on the happenings in Collin County and the news includes: an update on the Rucker's and the Kendal's going-on, a dialogue about Pidy, news about the rabbit hunt, a weather update, a dialogue about astronomy, a discussion about Neal Moore's fine archery skills, community news concerning land, an update on the property's condition and crop news from …
Date: {1889-09-14..1889-09-15,1889-09-17..1889-09-18}
Creator: Moore, Henry S.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from C. B. Moore to Linnet, May 23, 1895] (open access)

[Letter from C. B. Moore to Linnet, May 23, 1895]

He is glad to hear she is having a good time. He advises her to take advice from Serena and to spend time with Solomon and Lila. He mentions that Henry is not doing well. He talks about the lack of rain. He mentions what John, Daisy, and Mrs. Priest have been doing. Old Uncle Aleck Buchly got married. Mr. Rose has the chills and Mr. Hill will teach next at the school. He is going to let her stay til Emmet's school closes and he hopes she will behave herself.
Date: May 23, 1895
Creator: Moore, C. B.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Linnet Moore to C. B. Moore, May 27, 1895] (open access)

[Letter from Linnet Moore to C. B. Moore, May 27, 1895]

Linnet is with her cousin Nettie, she visited her cousin Serena. She was with her cousin Lila last week. She asks her cousin Maria about Elisha. She went on a trip to Kingston the other night. She asks how she is to get home.
Date: May 27, 1895
Creator: Moore, Linnet
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter to Charles and Mary Moore, May 27, 1895] (open access)

[Letter to Charles and Mary Moore, May 27, 1895]

She writes that she went with Maggie and Mr. Rucker to see Mrs. Lewis. Maggie went to see Linnet and brought Linnet home with her. She tells them the places Linnet has stayed in. They are enjoying having Linnet visit. She mentions that her health has improved. She was sorry to hear about Henry's illness. She was hoping they could come visit too.
Date: May 27, 1895
Creator: unknown
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter Linnet Moore, March 26, 1896] (open access)

[Letter Linnet Moore, March 26, 1896]

Letter from Teddie to Linnet Moore in which the author notes that they have not kept up their correspondence well and wishes she would come and visit. She tells Linnet about the new Methodist minister named Miller and two of his children.
Date: March 26, 1896
Creator: unknown
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from H. S. Moore to Charles, August 8, 1881] (open access)

[Letter from H. S. Moore to Charles, August 8, 1881]

He received Charles' letter and Clarence got a job moving Mr. Crowell to Delta County. They were going to go through Melissa and Ladonia, but couldn't. They went through White Rock, Devil's Race Track, Hogeye, and Commerce. After moving Mr. Crowell they visited Paris, Texas. Nelson Dalken and J.W. Broad are dead. He talks of how nice Paris square is. Then he went to Bonham and his acquaintance Maddsey is becoming rich from being a butcher. He mentions Dodd City and they were going to start for home, but Una wasn't feeling well. They returned home and he mentions that his cotton is damaged by the drought. The corn has also been effected by the drought. Sam Doss was killed by the sheriff of Bonham. He talks about camp meetings taking place on their route, the little rain they received. Sylvanns and Solomon killed some skunks and Aunt Ann has gotten better, George is not back from the Nation, and Harriets' folks are not well.
Date: August 8, 1881
Creator: Moore, H. S.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Transcript of letter from James F. Perry to A. Somerville, June 18, 1841] (open access)

[Transcript of letter from James F. Perry to A. Somerville, June 18, 1841]

Copy of transcript for a letter from James F. Perry to A. Somerville regarding the collection of a note Perry holds on Benjamin Tennell.
Date: June 18, 1841
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, February 29, 1864] (open access)

[Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, February 29, 1864]

Transcript of letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore discussing both family news and news of the Civil War. Questions over who is a Confederate or Union sympathizer are raised. Sam Houston's death is mentioned. In addition, there is news of a small colony of Union sympathizers has formed around Pilot Grove that asks to be left alone.
Date: February 29, 1864
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, February 29, 1864] (open access)

[Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore, February 29, 1864]

Letter from Charles Moore to Josephus Moore discussing both family news and news of the Civil War. Questions over who is a Confederate or Union sympathizer are raised. Sam Houston's death is mentioned. In addition, there is news of a small colony of Union sympathizers has formed around Pilot Grove that asks to be left alone.
Date: February 29, 1864
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Delnar L. Werner to Mickey McLernon, January 15, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Delnar L. Werner to Mickey McLernon, January 15, 1944]

Letter from Delnar L. Werner to Mickey McLernan updating her on life in the Air Force, briefly mentioning the weather, and requesting a picture of her.
Date: January 15, 1944
Creator: Werner, Delnar L.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from D. L. Werner to Mickey McLernon, February 11, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from D. L. Werner to Mickey McLernon, February 11, 1944]

Letter from D. L. Werner to Mickey McLernon discussing his flight training and other news. He says that he has taken a few cross-country trips and that he will be flying at night soon. He mentions that his mother and sister are in town and that he will see them on the weekend.
Date: February 11, 1944
Creator: Werner, D. L.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from D. L. Werner to Mickey McLernon, March 10, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from D. L. Werner to Mickey McLernon, March 10, 1944]

Letter from D. L. Werner to Mickey McLernon discussing his frustration with the Army and her concerns about taking the Cadet Qualifying Exam.
Date: March 10, 1944
Creator: Werner, D. L.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Daniel W. Kempner, September 24, 1956] (open access)

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Daniel W. Kempner, September 24, 1956]

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Daniel W. Kempner discussing total losses from the Merchants & Planters Compress & Warehouse Co., fees from The Bertig Company, bales ginned from Plantersville, storage updates from Liberty Press in New Orleans and Blackshear's upcoming departure for a wedding in Greenville, along with information regarding total cotton bale stock.
Date: September 24, 1956
Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Daniel W. Kempner, October 2, 1956] (open access)

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Daniel W. Kempner, October 2, 1956]

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Daniel W. Kempner discussing Daniel Kempner's upcoming arrival in New York with an enclosed letter to Kempner's doctor, orders from the CCC to reconcentrate cotton bales, the purchase of more cotton, the hiring of a new employee, the response to a bookkeeping ad, Blackshear's return from a wedding in Greenville with enclosed article and an update to the total stock of cotton bales.
Date: October 2, 1956
Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Invitation to the Texas A&M NAACP conference and Black and White Ball. (open access)

Invitation to the Texas A&M NAACP conference and Black and White Ball.

Invitation to the NAACP Conference and Black and White Ball the the Texas A&M University campus in Commerce, Texas.
Date: November 24, 1997
Creator: Wilson, Chawn R.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
[Letter from G. C. Harris to Harris L. Kempner, May 11, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from G. C. Harris to Harris L. Kempner, May 11, 1944]

Letter from G. C. Harris to Harris L. Kempner discussing Sam Rayburn's run for office, and what areas he may have trouble winning.
Date: May 11, 1944
Creator: Harris, G. C.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from James G. Gee to Truett Latimer, September 15, 1958] (open access)

[Letter from James G. Gee to Truett Latimer, September 15, 1958]

Letter from James G. Gee to Truett Latimer; He encloses a season pass and asks that Mr. Latimer visit them.
Date: September 15, 1958
Creator: Gee, James G.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to James G. Gee, January 15, 1959] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to James G. Gee, January 15, 1959]

Letter from Truett Latimer to James G. Gee thanking him for the season pass to football games in East Texas State College.
Date: January 15, 1959
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Paul Mathews to Truett Latimer, October 3, 1958] (open access)

[Letter from Paul Mathews to Truett Latimer, October 3, 1958]

Letter from Paul Mathews to Truett Latimer discussing the matter of Texas taking Federal Aid for its schools. He assures Mr. Mathews that he is against the decision and will do what he can to defeat it.
Date: October 3, 1958
Creator: Mathews, Paul
System: The Portal to Texas History