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[Letter from I.H. to Cecile Kempner, August 25, 1945]
Letter to Cecile from her father about a storm in Galveston and Sugarland, and its affect on his crops, Harris going to Washington, and "Granny's" health.
Date:
August 25, 1947
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. to Cecile Kempner, December 12, 1948]
Letter to Cecile from her father about celebrating Mardi Gras, espionage, and "unamericans".
Date:
December 12, 1948
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to R. S. Dilworth, October 17, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to R. S. Dilworth informing Dilworth that Kempner is unaware of who is in charge of the Todd Drydock in Galveston and explaining that if Dilworth wants information, then he will have to write directly towards the company.
Date:
October 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
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 Celia Hunter to Alberta Head, January 15, 1971]
Letter from Celia Hunter to Alberta Head giving her holiday greetings, informing them of the weather in Fairbanks, and sharing about her experiences from her 1970 travels.
Date:
January 15, 1971
Creator:
Hunter, Celia
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Richard Kyle, June 29, 1959]
Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Richard Kyle mentioning why he's late in replying to his letter of May 7th, as he was in Orient and then had to take a quick trip to Washington. He mentions that he had dinner with Fred Gardner and that Shrub is entering his junior year at Harvard this Fall. And mentions that it's great pleasure to have some news from you and Nina and that him and Ruth are doing the same things they usually do.
Date:
June 29, 1959
Creator:
Kempner, Harris Leon
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from G. D. Ulrich to I. H. Kempner, October 31, 1944]
Letter from G. D. Ulrich to I. H. Kempner discussing pricing and logistics involved in shipping grapefruit to Washington and New York.
Date:
October 31, 1944
Creator:
Ulrich, Gus D.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards, July 8, 1944]
Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards discussing the damaged state of a shipment of cherries and requesting a replacement shipment. Kempner mentions a shipment to his daughter in New York.
Date:
July 8, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Memo from Mrs. McMahon, Mrs. Nixon, and Mrs. Hess, September 22, 1944]
Memo from Mrs. McMahon, Mrs. Nixon, and Mrs. Hess to the Board of Directors about post war programs that the AWVS will be planning for.
Date:
September 22, 1944
Creator:
McMahon, Audrey; Nixon, Stanhope & Hess, Alfred F.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letters Sent to Jack Ruby in County Jail]
Photocopies of letters which were sent to Jack Ruby during his time at County Jail. The letters were written by citizens, many of whom express an interest in his well-being and spirituality.
Date:
1964~
Creator:
Dallas (Tex.). Police Department.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ms. Blake to Mrs. McLean, January 7, 1946]
Letter from Ms. Blake to Mrs. McLean appreciating the work she has done, changes in the name of the War Finance Division, Mrs. Robinson, and educational programs for members.
Date:
January 7, 1946
Creator:
Blake, Mabelle B.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Mr. and Mrs. Andre Carrette, July 30, 1963]
Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Mr. and Mrs. Andre Carrette as Mrs. Kempner asked Harris to drop a note to show how pleased they're to have Francois. He mentions that Francois and Shrub left to tour Washington, New York, and Boston so that he can realize there's more to the Unites States than just Texas. Harris mentions that they're please to see him before he leaves as they have his plane ticket and a suitcase.
Date:
July 30, 1962
Creator:
Kempner, Harris Leon
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards, June 15, 1944]
Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchard ordering various fruit to be shipped at different times to Mary Jean Kempner and Jeane Bertig Kempner.
Date:
June 15, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Eastern Air Lines, June 25, 1945]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Eastern Air Lines discussing his daughter's July 6th flight.
Date:
June 25, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter From Isaac Herbert Kempner to The Barclay Hotel, May 5, 1951]
Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to The Barclay Hotel handing the Santa Fe Baggage Check and mentions that it'd arrive in New York no later than ,ay 9th, so he requests them to place it in their room before they arrive from Washington.
Date:
May 5, 1951
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Hon. Clark W. Thompson, December 23, 1949]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Hon. Clark W. Thompson discussing the delivery of a letter received from Mr. John C. Lee.
Date:
December 23, 1949
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from The Bertig Company to D. W. Kempner, April 17, 1954]
Letter from The Bertig Company to D. W. Kempner discussing Mr. Kempner's travel plans and suggesting that there is no need of stopping at Paragould on the way back as there is not much to update. And also sharing thoughts that it is better not to discuss about the postponement of the meeting that is supposed to be held on Aug 31 until some time in July.
Date:
April 17, 1954
Creator:
The Bertig Company
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Brig. Gen. Manuel Jose Asensio, April 23, 1951]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Brig. Gen. Manuel Jose Asensio explaining that he will unfortunately be away from Galveston when Asensio arrives. He invites Asensio to visit his children while in Galveston and hopes to make a stop on the way back to visit him and Ruth.
Date:
August 23, 1951
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, November 25, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan discussing the cost of the new Hillel building along with some personal travel plans.
Date:
November 25, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred F. Florence, December 16, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred F. Florence explaining his recent return from vacation and notifying him that he will need to talk with Rabbi Friedman before responding to Florence's request for information.
Date:
December 16, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 17, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady acknowledging the senator's travel to Washington, Chicago, and New York, and mentions a forthcoming payment of $29.55, suggesting that the senator has undercharged on his retainer. The letter also includes a handwritten note detailing expenses related to travel, including an advance, salary, and express charges, with a total cost and clarifications for travel to Austin and Meridian. The top portion of a General Bulletin from the Committee for Economic Development addressed to committee members is also enclosed.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, October 20, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan discussing the Founders Club, various localities that might be a good place to solicit donations, and the need for a trained solicitor.
Date:
October 20, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Julian L. Schley to I. H. Kempner, March 3, 1962]
Letter from Julian L. Schley to I. H. Kempner expressing pleasure in informing Ike that he and Hennie expect to be in Washington around the first of May and suggests setting aside time to update each other on various personal and global affairs, including those of Galveston. The letter mentions that they have spent the winter visiting friends in Palm Beach and enjoying outdoor activities.
Date:
March 3, 1962
Creator:
Schley, Julian
System:
The Portal to Texas History