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[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, March 12-20, 1899] (open access)

[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, March 12-20, 1899]

She is happy that they write each other everyday. She talks about what happened after dinner. Minnie had an old friend from school visit. She talked about her to her family and they are all happy to hear about Linnet's welfare. She always think of her. She saw Jim who acted like he hadn't heard from Linnet. Lorena saw Jett who also hadn't heard from Linnet. She talks about teaching and hearing a sermon. She received a letter from Melvin and Carter. She plans to see her in June. She talks about what she did Monday and the reason why she was unable to write Monday night. She had a weird dream Sunday night. She talks about the weather and hopes it will rain. She washed some clothes and did some reading. She went with Minnie to look at Mr. Darbis' flowers. Minnie received a letter from Linnet's father. She received a letter from Mr. Taylor who sent only Linnet love. She calls Linnet her adopted daughter and asks about the boys Linnet met. She heard about a letter from Linnet to Jim Cook. She sent a letter to Carter that she would not be going to Austin and that …
Date: March 12, 1899
Creator: Dalton, Lula
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letters from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, April 15-18, 1899] (open access)

[Letters from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, April 15-18, 1899]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet. In this letter, Lula details for Linnet the goings-on in Burnet, Texas. She discusses rainy weather they have been having, memories about Cuckle Burr Hill, updates about friends and their plans, sad news about a friend's death, and a dialogue about going riding with Flora. She details the prayer meeting they attended and how she accepted Jim's invitation to walk her home. She tells Linnet about her trip to Aunt Mat's and that is planning on visiting Linnet and staying for some time. She hopes that the two of them can go to Colorado together. Lula begins another letter the next night, Sunday April 16, 1899. In this letter, Lula continues to update Linnet on the goings-on in Burnet since Linnet's departure. She details what she did on that Sunday and also mentions past happenings with her family. She notes that she has made alterations to her sailor shirt, plans to go to Georgetown for Commencement,needs to make a cake for the Baptist supper, and discusses a conversation she and Jim had about Linnet. The remaining pages of the …
Date: {1899-04-15..1899-04-16,1899-04-18}
Creator: Dalton, Lula
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, April 28 - May 4, 1899] (open access)

[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, April 28 - May 4, 1899]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. The letters are dated April 28, 1899 and May 1, 1899. In these first two letters, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in her community. The news includes: a discussion about her wrapper and hat, a dialogue about going riding with the White's and Lorena, and details about going to visit the Taylor family. She closes the letter by stating that she needs to read her lesson for the Club meeting and will tell her the remainder of the news soon. In Lula's next letter, dated May 3, 1899, she continues to detail the goings-on in her life and in the community. She discusses their trip to the Taylor's and notes their return trip was pleasant, notes that she stayed with Mrs. White that night because she was sick, and mentions the sewing projects she is working on at present. She closes the letter by stating that she has not yet received a letter from Linnet and hope she is not ill. Lula sends lots of love to Linnet and wishes her sweet dreams. She begins another letter …
Date: {1899-04-28,1899-05-01,1899-05-03,1899-05-04}
Creator: Dalton, Lula
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from J. G. Cook, Jr. to Linnet Moore, April 29, 1899] (open access)

[Letter from J. G. Cook, Jr. to Linnet Moore, April 29, 1899]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by J. G. Cook and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In this letter, Cook informs Linnet of the happenings in Burnet, TX. The news includes: a discussion about correspondences lost on the mail, details about a girls-only event held in town, a dialogue about how he and G. fixed the fortunes told by the fortune teller at the girls-only event, an update on when and where he has seen Lula Dalton and the rest of the girls in the club, news about the Jones family moving to Oklahoma, and a discussion about traveling out of Burnet. He closes the letter by noting that he is the same Jim Cook as Linnet has known,the same person she hoped he would be, and signs the letter a true friend.
Date: April 29, 1899
Creator: Cook, J. G., Jr.
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, June 18, 1899] (open access)

[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, June 18, 1899]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In this letter, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in Chambersville, TX. The news includes: a confirmation of receiving a note from Linnet written by Mary Ann, a discussion about her trips to Georgetown and Austin, details about her visit to Austin, an update on her eyes and the treatment she received from an oculist, news from her community when she got home from Austin, and a discussion about the camping trip she and her friends will go on to the river. She closes the letter by noting that she hopes Linnet will write as soon as she can and sends her best regards to the Moore family. The envelope is included with the letter.
Date: June 18, 1899
Creator: Dalton, Lula
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Correspondence to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)] (open access)

[Correspondence to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)]

A letter to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry), who asks her for a loan with his printing office as collateral.
Date: January 8, 1895
Creator: Porter, William Sydney
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence to Henry Ladd from S.W. Doom] (open access)

[Correspondence to Henry Ladd from S.W. Doom]

A letter to Henry Ladd from attorney D.W. Doom regarding “the case of Elisabet Ney against yourself and Mosle.”
Date: November 8, 1899
Creator: Doom, D.W.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)] (open access)

[Correspondence to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)]

A letter to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry), who asks her for a loan.
Date: December 27, 1893
Creator: Porter, William Sydney
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)] (open access)

[Correspondence to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)]

A letter to Lucadia Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry), who asks her to carry a note on a property.
Date: December 16, 1893
Creator: Porter, William Sydney
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence to Julia Maria Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)] (open access)

[Correspondence to Julia Maria Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry)]

A letter to Julia Maria Pease from W.S. Porter (O. Henry), who asks for funds for a weekly publication.
Date: January 27, 1894
Creator: Porter, William Sydney
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from B. H. Powell to C. C. Cox, March 29, 1895] (open access)

[Letter from B. H. Powell to C. C. Cox, March 29, 1895]

Letter from judge B. H. Powell to C. C. Cox discussing appointment of school district employees and pay. Envelope is included.
Date: March 29, 1895
Creator: Powell, B. H.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Thomson & Donnan, General Land and Claim Agents (open access)

Thomson & Donnan, General Land and Claim Agents

Business correspondence written on letterhead from the late 19th century. Letterhead contains, decorative designs, and text of business name in lithographic print by Clarke & Courts, Galv. Additional text reads: "Buy and Sell Lands and Land Scrip. Taxes Paid for Non-Residents. Solicit Business with All the State Departments. Correspondence Promptly Answered. References Furnished When Required." Letterhead includes the names R. M. Thomson and Jno K. Donnan.
Date: 1890
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
Hotel Salge (open access)

Hotel Salge

Business correspondence written on letterhead from the late 19th century. Letterhead includes illustration of hotel with business name in lithographic print by Clarke & Courts Lith. Galveston.
Date: 1895
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
House of Representatives, 22nd Legislature (open access)

House of Representatives, 22nd Legislature

Business correspondence written on letterhead from the late 19th century. Letterhead includes the Texas state seal and the names R. T. Milner, Speaker; Sam H. Dixon, Chief Clerk; J. S. Boggs, Sergeant-at-Arms.
Date: 1891
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
Senate Chamber, Twenty-Second Legislature (open access)

Senate Chamber, Twenty-Second Legislature

Business correspondence written on letterhead from the late 19th century. Letterhead includes illustration of Texas state capitol building and the names Geo. C. Pendleton, Lt. Gov. and Pres't.; Jno. W. Cranford, Pres't. pro tem.; A. M. Kennedy, Secretary; W. T. Brewer, Sergeant at Arms.
Date: 1891
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History