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Partner
Collection
Preston George Collection
46
Texas History Collection
19
Harris and Eliza Kempner
15
Rescuing Texas History, 2015
5
Abilene Library Consortium
4
George Pendexter Postcard Collection
4
The Civil War and its Aftermath: Diverse Perspectives
3
Frank Parman Collection
3
National WASP WWII Museum
3
Rescuing Texas History, 2013
2
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[Postcard from the American Florist Supply Co. to D. W. Kempner, May 3, 1949]
Postcard from the American Florist Supply Co. to D. W. Kempner informing him that they have shipped his order of florist supplies via express mail.
Date:
May 3, 1949
Creator:
American Florist Supply Company
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from the American Florist Supply Co. to D. W. Kempner, June 3, 1949]
Postcard from the American Florist Supply Co. to D. W. Kempner, informing him that they have shipped his order by parcel post.
Date:
June 3, 1949
Creator:
American Florist Supply Company
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Card from Liberty Music Shop, Inc., December 3, 1951]
Card from Libert Music Shop to Daniel Kempner wishing to acknowledge that they have replaced "The King and I" without charge.
Date:
December 3, 1951
Creator:
Liberty Music Shop, Incorporated
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Fishburn Cleaners to Jeane Kempner, June 3, 1953]
Letter from Fishburn Cleaners to Jeane Kempner stating they have received a cover for cleaning.
Date:
June 3, 1953
Creator:
Fishburn Cleaners
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Liberty Music Shops, Inc. to D. W. Kempner, August 3, 1955]
Postcard from Liberty Music Shops, Inc. to D. W. Kempner acknowledging his order and informing him that the items he requested have been shipped.
Date:
August 3, 1955
Creator:
Liberty Music Shops, Incorporated
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York to D. W. Kempner, July 3, 1952]
Postcard from the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York to D. W. Kempner informing him that he will hear from them as soon as they can compile the information they need to do so.
Date:
July 3, 1952
Creator:
Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of "Blue Hole" in Denton, Texas]
Postcard of a river with several people in white dresses and bonnets standing along the shore, and more standing on a raft in the river. A printed note on the front of the postcard identifies it as "Blue Hole" in Denton, Texas. The handwritten note on the back of the postcard, sent from Roanoke, Texas and addressed to Miss Amy A. Allen in Manhattan, Kansas, says, "I had Jessie's letter sealed when yours came with the money order. Many thanks for the same. Baby isn't feeling well today but nothing serious I guess. Marian is not very strong yet. Hoping to see you soon."
Date:
February 3, 1908
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Oil Fields in Beaumont, Texas]
Postcard of oil fields in Beaumont, Texas. Handwritten note on the back of the postcard speaks of the author's upcoming visit to Lou Rayburn, whom the card is addressed to.
Date:
May 3, 1911
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Central Fire Station in Beaumont]
Postcard of a two story building with a white first floor and a red second, and horse drawn carts in each exit of the building. The scene is described as "Central Fire Station, Beaumont, Texas." A cartoon of a girl crying is pasted on the back of the postcard, with the message "I found Jack's sister but I can't find "Jack" H. H. 11-3-11" is written below. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date:
November 3, 1911
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Two Women With Curled Hair]
Postcard of two women with curled hair sketched in charcoal. The message on the back reads, "I am not positive but I think I know who he is. H. H. 12-3-11." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date:
December 3, 1911
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Gateway to Garden of the Gods]
Postcard of the mountain and rocky cliffs surrounding a snowy meadow. The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
September 3, 1918
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of the Broadway Esplanade in Galveston]
Postcard of a dirt path in a courtyard leading to a statue on top of a column. "Write soon?" is written below the title. The letter on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Texas, 1906 McFaddin Ave."
Date:
August 3, 1911
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Confederate Monument Park Place, Louisville]
Postcard of a large concrete spire with a statue at the top. The note below the picture reads, "I am feeling so weak, Fuller has not been infirm only me. Love to all - Mama." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date:
June 3, 1907
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Will Roger's Ranch House in Santa Monica Mountains]
Postcard of will Rogers' Ranch House in Santa Monica Mountains, Near Beverly Hills, California. It is a two story building with an open patio, yellow rocking chairs, and potted flowers. The scene is described as "Ranch House of Will Rogers in Santa Monica Mountains Near Los Angeles, California. The lovely new ranch house of Will Roger overlooking the Pacific keeps Mr. Rogers and his family in touch with the open air life they love so." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward Texas Ice Co. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
September 3, 1934
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of a Mountain Scene]
Postcard of ice capped mountains surrounding a lush green valley. The letter on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1141 Third Ave. Huntington, West Va. U.S.A."
Date:
August 3, 1908
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Union Station on Tenth & Broadway in Louisville]
Postcard of a large, cathedral-like train station with a clock tower. The note reads, "It has been raining ... up here, I am and fully homesick - Mama." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Tex. 1906 McFaddin Ave."
Date:
June 3, 1907
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Guyandotte Club in Huntington]
Postcard of a two story brick house with a white front porch and grey roof. The scene is described as "Guyandotte Club, Huntington, W. Va." The letter is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Tex."
Date:
December 3, 1908
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Bingham School Students in Asheville]
Postcard of rows of men dressed in military themed uniforms outside a two story complex. The scene is described as "Bingham School Asheville, N.C." The letter on the back reads, "Remember me to all the girls. Dear Mamie I am now at school and hard at work. I suppose you are the same. I am sending you a pict. of a battle formation. Can't see all of the boys as the camera didn't take them all. Your pillow case has not arrived, but will send it as soon as it does. Well be a good girl with lots of love, Smith." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie L. McFaddin to Gunston Hall Washington, D. C."
Date:
February 3, 1910
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Maison de la Reine in Versailles]
Postcard of a two story house near a still body of water. The scene is described as "Versailles - Pare du Petit Trianon - Maison de la Reine." The letter is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas, U.S.A."
Date:
September 3, 1908
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of City Hall in Louisville]
Postcard of a three story building with a clock tower from across the street. The letter below the picture reads, "I hope ... Love Mama." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Tex. 1906 McFaddin Ave."
Date:
June 3, 1907
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Historic Dates and People Involved With Jamestown]
Postcard of historic dates and people such as Captain John Smith or The Old Church Tower. Jamestown is described as "Here the First Permanent English Settlement in America was Founded, May 13, 1607 Here the First Legislative Assembly in America Convened, July 30, 1619 Here was the First Capital of the Colony of Virginia 1697-1698." The back of the postcard adds, "Administered jointly by the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities (Jamestown National Historic Site) and the National Park Service, U. S. Department of the Interior." The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll Ward 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
November 3, 1961
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Sugar Exchange in New Orleans]
Postcard of a pale green building with a red roof and clock. Finely dressed pedestrians wander around on the sidewalk. The letter on the back of the postcard is illegible, and the postcard is addressed to "Miss M. McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date:
April 3, 1908
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Bonsecours Market in Montreal]
Postcard of a group of horse-drawn carts laden with goods in the center of the town. The letter is illegible, but the postcard is addressed "Miss M. McFaddin 1141 3rd Ave Huntington, W. Va, U.S.A."
Date:
July 3, 1908
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Musee de Versailles]
Postcard of a grand horse-drawn carriage painted blue and accented with gold, with a large crowd in the background. The scene is described as "Musee de Versailles - Voiture du Mariage de Napoleon I." The letter is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss M. McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas, U.S.A."
Date:
September 3, 1908
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History