A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Charlie Maisel, Phillips, Texas, dated September 29, 1941. Phillips announces that his hat is in the ring to succeed Andy Dillworth as Dept. Commander noting that Carswell's council and advice and able assistance would be appreciated by him in this campaign.

A letter written to Charles Maisel, Department Commander, American Legion, Phillips, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, American Legion, dated August 31, 1942. Carswell issues an invitation to attend the dedication of the Parramore Post building.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, Phillips, Texas, dated September 8, 1942. Maisel requests the selection of members for the Legislative Committee and the Membership Committee appointments made by Carswell.

A form letter addressed to Commander from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, Phillips, Texas, dated October 22, 1942. Form letter from Maisel to Commanders elected for the coming year. Pep talk regarding the extra work required as leader due to the war. A request that the Posts assist the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine in their recruiting program. Advisement that their Civilian Defense program will be enlarged, their Rehabilitation program will function; that they are preparing to take in their own sons.

A letter written to Mr. W. R. Gilliam, Chairman 5th Div. Membership, American Legion, Junction, Texas, from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, Phillips, Texas, dated October 29, 1942. Maisel expresses his appreciation for the letter from Gilliam advising that he will forward it to T. N. Carswell.

A letter written to Mr. Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, American Legion, Phillips, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander dated October 31, 1942. Carswell advises Maisel of having just received a letter containing the name of the last district membership chairman. He explains regarding the names of Division committee members he has yet to receive and advises that they had a very good convention at Odessa.

A letter written to Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, American Legion, Phillips, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, American Legion, dated November 20, 1942. Carswell advises Maisel that he is submitting his recommendations for committee appointments noting that he is doing so only after having discussed the matter with each Division Commander in whose districts these men live: D. C. Harris, Mineral Wells - R. N. Richardson, Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene - W. R. Weaver, Spur - Charnell Jobe, Lamesa - A. E. Creigh, Jr., Sanderson - Leland L. Martin, Crane - F. E. (Fred) DeCoster, Amarillo - George E. Chisholm, Eden - F. D. Sheffield, Kerrville.

A letter written to Mr. Charles Maisel, Department Commander, Phillips, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Commander 5th Division, dated November 27, 1942. Carswell expresses his regrets at not seeing Maisel at Wellington and describes the convention events in which he participated. He advises that he has sent his committee nominations and that he will attempt a little membership campaign on his own during December assuring that the extra cost will be justified.

Letter from Melvin Sisk to Truett Latimer discussing opposition from various parties toward House Bill 207.

Letter from Howard K. Phillips to Truett Latimer discussing his company's appreciation of the McIlhany and Hazlewood amendments to a program created by the governor.

Letter from A. L. Comgan to Charles Ballman discussing the tax situation in Texas. He suggests that they increase the tax on alcoholic beverages and legalize horse racing for the chance to tax it. He also thinks dry towns are hypocritical about their stance on the sale of alcohol.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Commander 5th Division, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, The American Legion, Phillips, Texas, dated August 27, 1942. Maisel advises of the duty as 5th Division Commander to serve one more year on the Department Membership Committee suggesting that Carswell resign and send to him the name of someone to take his place then appoint his membership chairman which would set two working at the job.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Lou J. Roberts, Alternate National Executive Committeeman, The American Legion, Borger, Texas, dated September 8, 1942. Roberts acknowledges the invitation from Carswell to attend the dedication of the Parramore Post building but declines due to previous engagements.

A letter written to Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, American Legion, Phillips, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, 5th Division Commander, American Legion, dated September 26, 1942. Recommendation by Carswell of J. M. Willson of Floydada for the Department Membership Committee, George Berry of Lubbock for the Legislative Committee and W. R. Gilliam of Junction as Fifth Division Chairman.

A letter addressed to Mr. Victor Noble and Mr. T. N. Carswell, Division Commanders, from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, The American Legion, Phillips, Texas, dated October 8, 1942. Maisel requests suggestions for committee appointments. In a handwritten postscript Maisel suggests Russ Stephens for the S. A. S. Committee. List of names handwritten at top of page [by T. N. Carswell] - A. K. Baker, Coleman - K. V. Northington, Brec - B. H. Freeland - Joe Frazier, QM, Colorado City.

A letter written to Mr. Thos. N. Carswell, 5th Division Commander, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, The American Legion, Phillips, Texas, dated October 16, 1942. Maisel expresses his confidence in the advice he receives from Carswell and requests that Division Commanders write a monthly editorial for the Texas Legion News advising of the details and deadlines.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Commander 5th Division American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, Phillips, Texas, dated October 29, 1942. Maisel discusses a letter that he received from Carswell's Division Membership Chairman noting it would be appreciated if Carswell would answer the questions that were asked and give to him the overdue committee appointments. Maisel accuses Carswell of having held up the program of the Department stating, "We have all been busy".

A letter addressed to Mr. Charlie Maisel, Phillips, Texas, from W. R. Gilliam, Post Adjutant, Burt Fleming Post No. 237, American Legion, Junction, Texas, dated October 25, 1942. Gilliam requests from Maisel a list of the 1942 Members of the 5th Division, of the 1943 District Membership Chairmen and of the duties of the Division Membership Chairman.

A letter written to Mr. Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, American Legion, Phillips, Texas, from D. C. Harris, Mineral Wells, Texas, dated November 18, 1942. Harris advises Maisel of his agreement to serve on the Legion Memorial Highway Committee for which he was recommended by Tommy N. Carswell.

A letter written to Legionnaire Thos. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, Phillips, Texas, dated January 19, 1943. Maisel advises that the weekly membership report shows Carswell's territory behind as compared to the same date last year and explains that the Department is ahead of last year, therefore, others are carrying his load. He offers the assistance of the Department Headquarters if needed.

Business correspondence written on letterhead from the late 19th century. Letterhead includes cattle illustration, decorative designs, and text reading: "Ranche in Hutchinson and Carson Counties, Texas"; "Ranche in Chaves County, N. M." in lithographic print by Hudson-Kimberly Pub. Co. K. C., M. O. Letterhead contains the name J. M. Coburn, Gen'l Manager.