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[Letter from Alfred C. Altum to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Alfred C. Altum to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Alfred C. Altum to Truett Latimer discussing opposition to the racetrack gambling bill on behalf of the Immanuel Baptist Church.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Altum, Alfred C.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from F. F. Andrews to T. N. Carswell - February 15, 1941] (open access)

[Letter from F. F. Andrews to T. N. Carswell - February 15, 1941]

A letter written to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from F. F. Andrews, Post Commander, Havens-Cannon Post 24, West Grade School, Principal, Anadarko, Oklahoma, dated February 15, 1941. Andrews advises of his interest in the Abilene Ministerial Alliance due to two companies out of Anadarko being in the Abilene area. He advises of the enclosed rosters for the two companies explaining that the town and the men's officers are interested in the welfare of the men. Andrews advises of several Indians belonging to the company and suggests, for unusual entertainment, that they be asked to perform some dances in their costumes. He gives assurance they are not looking for special attention for these men acknowledging their understanding that there are 19,000 men that need the attention of the Abilene community. The attached rosters are of Company "F" 120th Quartermaster Regiment and of Battery "B" 158th F.A.; a penciled "a" is by the names of men who are from Anadarko . The reverse side of the roster includes handwritten names and notations. An attached roster provides a listing of names of officers from Anadarko and a postscript by Andrews stating, "These men are worthy of any trust that you may ask …
Date: February 15, 1941
Creator: Andews, F. F.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harvey V. Ashton to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1955] (open access)

[Letter from Harvey V. Ashton to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1955]

Letter from Harvey V. Ashton to Truett Latimer discussing support for the expansion of John Tarleton Junior College.
Date: February 15, 1955
Creator: Ashton, Harvey V.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Horace R. Belew to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Horace R. Belew to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Horace R. Belew to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer discussing a recent reduction in paid holidays for state employees from 14 to 12 days per year, thanking Latimer for his work in accomplishing the reduction and explaining how it is more equitable.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Belew, Horace R.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Josephine Bidwell to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1953] (open access)

[Letter from Josephine Bidwell to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1953]

Letter from Josephine Bidwell to Truett Latimer discussing opposition to Texas House Bill #3 but support for Texas House Bill #216 and #24 for the benefit of protecting the education system of Texas as well as the teachers of public schools.
Date: February 15, 1953
Creator: Bidwell, Josephine
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Dr. Bowen and Roy Jackson, February 15, 1953] (open access)

[Telegram from Dr. Bowen and Roy Jackson, February 15, 1953]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from Dr. Bowen and Roy Jackson regarding their opposition to the construction of hotels in Texas state parks.
Date: February 15, 1953
Creator: Bowen, Dr. & Jackson, Roy
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to Harvey C. Brown, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to Harvey C. Brown, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Truett Latimer to Harvey C. Brown discussing Mr. Brown's opinion that the change in the 42nd Judicial District should be made effective September 1, 1961. Mr. Latimer asks that he contact Judge Thomas, who made suggestions to the bill concerning the terms of court.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Brown, Harvey C.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harold G. Cooke to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1955] (open access)

[Letter from Harold G. Cooke to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1955]

Letter from Harold G. Cooke to Truett Latimer informing of why he was unable to attend the inauguration ceremonies.
Date: February 15, 1955
Creator: Cooke, Harold G.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Joe Cooley to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Joe Cooley to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Joe Cooley to Truett Latimer inviting him and his wife to the annual Abilene Chamber of Commerce dinner meeting.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Cooley, Joe
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from C. E. Gatlin to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from C. E. Gatlin to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961]

Letter from C. E. Gatlin to Truett Latimer attaching a clipping from the Wall Street Journal.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Gatlin, C. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from M. R. Hailey to Henry Sayles, February 15, 1912] (open access)

[Letter from M. R. Hailey to Henry Sayles, February 15, 1912]

Letter from M. R. Hailey to Henry Sayles discussing the right of way for the railroad and the sections that he is in control of.
Date: February 15, 1912
Creator: Hailey, M. R.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alberta Head to Celia Hunter, February 15, 1972] (open access)

[Letter from Alberta Head to Celia Hunter, February 15, 1972]

Letter from Celia to Alberta Head discussing Sally Carrigher's travels and whereabouts as well as those of other friends.
Date: February 15, 1972
Creator: Head, Alberta F.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J. C. Hilton to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from J. C. Hilton to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961]

Letter from J. C. Hilton to Truett Latimer urging him to oppose House Bill 156.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Hilton, J. C.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. L. C. Holle to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Mrs. L. C. Holle to Truett Latimer, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Mrs. L. C. Holle to Truett Latimer discussing an idea of how the Texas State Legislature could limit the powers of the United States Supreme Court.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Holle, Mrs. L. C.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Senator Lyndon B. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - February 15, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from Senator Lyndon B. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - February 15, 1954]

A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Lyndon B. Johnson, United States Senate, Office of the Democratic Leader, dated February 15, 1954. Johnson expresses his appreciation for the advisement by Carswell on his views on the Bricker Amendment. Johnson advises that Senator Bricker offered amendments to his resolution and discusses his opinion on the subject. "I favor an amendment providing that any treaty or international agreement which conflicts with the Constitution shall not be of any force or effect. - any international agreement other than a treaty shall become effective as internal law in the United States only by an Act of Congress."
Date: February 15, 1954
Creator: Johnson, Lyndon B.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer John Brandon, February 15, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer John Brandon, February 15, 1954]

Letter from Truett Latimer John Brandon discussing wanting to meet with Brandon before an early, special session of the Texas legislature to go over a proposed annual pay raise for Texas teachers.
Date: February 15, 1954
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to A. E. Wells, February 15, 1955] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to A. E. Wells, February 15, 1955]

Letter from Texas State Representative Truett Latimer to A. E. Wells introducing a copy of HSR 95, congratulations for the Abilene High School Eagles' defeat of Stephen F. Austin High School.
Date: February 15, 1955
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to A. R. Stout, February 15, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to A. R. Stout, February 15, 1957]

Letter from Texas State Representative Truett Latimer to Judge A. R. Stout enclosing a copy of HCR 13, a resolution that would have the state legislature initiate a comprehensive study of the Texas Constitution and recommend changes to it.
Date: February 15, 1957
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to Allen Wright, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to Allen Wright, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Truett Latimer to Allen Wright discussing concerns regarding the Texas Workmen's Compensation Act.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to Aubrey McAuley, February 15, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to Aubrey McAuley, February 15, 1954]

Letter from Truett Latimer to Aubrey McAuley discussing attending a school board meeting to ascertain the needs of teachers prior to a special legislative session to be held on teacher salaries.
Date: February 15, 1954
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to B. A. Hays, February 15, 1954] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to B. A. Hays, February 15, 1954]

Letter from Truett Latimer to B. A. Hays discussing meeting with his school board regarding a raise for public school teachers coming up for vote in a special called session of the 53rd Texas Legislature.
Date: February 15, 1953
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to Beth Harrington, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to Beth Harrington, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Truett Latimer to Beth Harrington discussing support for the passage of the proposed Nurse Practice Act.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to Bob Wagstaff, February 15, 1957] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to Bob Wagstaff, February 15, 1957]

Letter from Truett Latimer to Bob Wagstaff discussing H.C.R. 17, a copy of which he has included in his letter.
Date: February 15, 1957
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to Boyd Gillespie, February 15, 1961] (open access)

[Letter from Truett Latimer to Boyd Gillespie, February 15, 1961]

Letter from Truett Latimer to Boyd Gillespie discussing active opposition to any further tax on the oil and gas industry.
Date: February 15, 1961
Creator: Latimer, Truett
System: The Portal to Texas History