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[Letter from Jack Sayles to F. F. Claunts, July 5, 1940]
Letter from Jack Sayles to F. F. Claunts, discussing a certificate of acknowledgement regarding "Wiggins Land" in Hemphill County, Texas.
Date:
July 5, 1940
Creator:
Sayles, Jack
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to David F. Weston, June 12, 1963]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to David F. Weston thanking the latter for his hospitality.
Date:
June 12, 1963
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Dawn Seymour to Harl Pinkard, August 1, 1994]
Letter from Dawn Seymour to Harl Pinkard discussing the progress being made on the historical markers.
Date:
August 1, 1994
Creator:
Seymour, Dawn R.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Iola Magruder to Rigdon Edwards, May 15, 1994]
Letter from Iola Magruder to Rigdon Edwards discussing articles from different news sources, a recent contribution to Texas Women's University, moving into a new house, past involvement with the American Cross and US military, and other events in her life.
Date:
May 15, 1994
Creator:
Magruder, Iola V.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Dawn Seymour to Harl Pinkard, July 19, 1994]
Letter from Dawn Seymour to Harl Pinkard discussing the placing of historical markers. Included with the letter is a piece of a small letter that was sent to Rigdon Edwards.
Date:
July 19, 1994
Creator:
Seymour, Dawn R.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Cpt. Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon, February 8, 1945]
Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon apologizing for not responding, discussing how busy he is in New York, her job near Greensboro, North Carolina, potential travel, and wishing her a happy Valentine's Day.
Date:
February 8, 1945
Creator:
Drew, Edward Allen
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner, August 1, 1952]
Letter from I. H. Kempner requesting Southwest Jewish Chronicle to send a copy of new year issue to him and Mr. R. Lee Kempner.
Date:
August 1, 1952
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to I. H. Kempner, Jr., November 6, 1952]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to I. H. Kempner, Jr. discussing the proposed movie reel to be made, the proposal to lease John Mitchell increased acreage for expanding the well, and Julio Lobo's visit to New York.
Date:
November 6, 1952
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harris L. Kempner to Mr. M. S. Crinkley, December 20, 1955]
Letter from Harris L. Kempner to M. S. Crinkley requesting information about accommodations on a freighter to Europe for his nephew.
Date:
December 20, 1955
Creator:
Kempner, Harris Leon
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Frank E. Dawson to D. W. Kempner, August 24, 1949]
Letter from Frank E. Dawson to D. W. Kempner discussing a second planned itinerary for the trip through New York to Quebec and then along Great lakes, with hotel accommodations and notes for the chauffer. He also offers assistance with car service reservations in New York.
Date:
August 24, 1949
Creator:
Dawson, Frank E.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Robert LeFevre to Mr. Isaac H. Kempner, August 27, 1954]
Letter from Robert LeFevre to Mr. Isaac H. Kempner discussing and asking for donations to the United States Day Committee.
Date:
August 27, 1954
Creator:
LeFevre, Robert
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Fred C. Cole to I. H. Kempner, May 23, 1963]
Letter from Fred C. Cole to I. H. Kempner informing Kempner about a fire at Dr. Gaines's home that caused significant smoke damage, leading to a change in accommodation plans. Cole mentions looking forward to a visit from Kempner, offers transportation advice, and discusses recent news articles of mutual interest.
Date:
May 23, 1963
Creator:
Cole, Fred C.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from D.W. Kempner to William Sealy, September 14, 1949]
Letter from D.W. Kempner to William Sealy expressing happiness at receiving correspondence from Sealy after a long time and discusses personal updates and the plans of mutual acquaintances. Notably, the letter mentions a bequest of $5,000 to an orphan home from George Law’s will, though the money has not been received yet.
Date:
September 14, 1949
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from D. W. Kempner to Mrs. Oakleigh L. Thorne, June 4, 1954]
Letter from D. W. Kempner to Mrs. Oakleigh L. Thorne informing about enclosing a statement in D. W. Kempner Trustee account about interest rates of Oakleigh Thorne and discussing about Sunray Oil Company.
Date:
June 4, 1954
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ela Marie Oesterreicherrova to D. W. Kempner, August 25, 1949]
Letter from Ela Marie Oesterreicherrova to D. W. Kempner informing their decision to stay in a large U. S. city, likely New York, instead of Galveston as previously suggested. She mentions that they have a valid passport and visa, but need permission from American joint to fund their expenses.
Date:
August 25, 1949
Creator:
Oesterreicherrova, Ela Marie
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mary Jean Thorne, October 30, 1959]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mary Jean Thorne discussing about the possible date for Imperial Sugar Company meeting, an article in the enclosed October issue of the Imperial Crown and incorporation of an area at Sugar Land.
Date:
October 30, 1959
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Marion W. Ripy, January 17, 1955]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Marion W. Ripy asking Ripy to inform Kempner when he will be in Houston so arrangements for a visit can be made. Kempner further informs Ripy of his time spent in Lexington in 1948 and updating him on several other members of the Kempner family.
Date:
January 17, 1955
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Conoco Touraide Headquarters, May 31, 1952]
Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to the Conoco Touraide Headquarters asking for some assistance in planning a road trip from Galveston to New York with a few specific stops in between.
Date:
May 31, 1952
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Conoco Touraide Headquarters, June 4, 1953]
Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to the Conoco Touraide Headquarters asking them to send a customized map showing the best driving route from Galveston to New York for his wife to use on her upcoming trip.
Date:
June 4, 1953
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
System:
The Portal to Texas History