A form letter addressed to Major T. N. Carswell, Commanding 10th Bn. Texas Defense Guard, Abilene, Texas, from Arthur B. Knickerbocker, Major Infantry Texas Defense Guard, Commanding 34th Battalion, Odessa, Texas, dated August 25, 1941. The Commander of the 34th Battalion invites Carswell and the 10th Battalion to attend the Regional Review, requests a response regarding number of participants to expect and advises Carswell retain the enclosed Schedule of Events, Requests, and Map. Enclosures include: Tentative Schedule of Events for Regional Texas Defense Guard Parade, Review and Barbecue to be held Sunday, September 7, 1941; Special Request No. 1 requesting that Commanders and Officers attend gathering to become aquainted and the luncheon following; Special Request No. 2 requesting the officers from each unit attend the meeting where they will receive detailed instructions of the schedule of events; TEXAS DEFENSE GUARD 34th Battalion Headquarters, ODESSA, TEXAS. INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAPS; Map for Regional Texas Defense Guard Parade in downtown Odessa, Texas. Details the location of units in line of march, in columns of 3.

A form letter addressed to Mr. Chas. A. Guy, Editor, Avalanche, Lubbock, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, American Legion Committee on Americanism, dated November 25, 1941. The letter contains the promotion of a "What is Americanism?" campaign. The campaign is defined as "seeking more light in the form of a contribution", the contribution being the answer to the question, "What is Americanism?". The answer will then be used "to help stimulate an Americanism Revival comparable in results to the periods of the Revolution, the Making of the Constitution, and the Civil War" stressing that the country's destiny depends on these answers. Postscript: "We suggest: A Patrick Henry Day observance in every community and school in the U.S.A."

Letter from Benjamin R. Harris to Dr. Bodansky discussing the purification points for three ethanolamines the Emulsol Corporation had shipped to him.

Letter to Mrs. Ross from Mrs. Frances Alison expressing interest in volunteering in the defense program for assistance with the American Women's Volunteer Services.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Hiram Arrant, Executive Secretary, Hardin-Simmons University dated July 25, 1941. Arrant expresses his appreciation for the part Carswell played in the pageant, "Fifty Years On Forty Acres".

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. M. Sibley, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Sweetwater, Texas, dated January 25, 1941. Sibley requests that Carswell come to Sweetwater for the purpose of organizing their "Dry's".

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. M. Willson, 5th Division Com. Floydada, Texas, dated September 25, 1941. Willson acknowledges the nice letter from Carswell and his note confirming he would take the Division meeting.

A letter written to Mr. Mr. T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Committee on Americanism, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from L. A. Woods, State Superintendent, Department of Education, Austin, Texas, dated November 25, 1941. L. A. Woods defines Americanism.

Letter from Dr. Bodansky to Benjamin R. Harris informing him of four possible titles that represent the proposed fat metabolism research given by The Emulsol Corporation and how the grant given by them was placed in a fund which Dr. Bodansky draws from for research purposes.

A letter from Michael M. Engel, from M. Grumbacher Art Supplies, to Carl B. Compton regarding the plans of the Associated Art Instructors of Texas.

Letter from Dr. Oscar Bodansky to Eleanor Bodansky, the widow of Dr. Meyer Bodansky, covering some concerns Eleanor has voiced about a contract to publish a fifth edition of her late husband's textbook. As Meyer Bodansky's surviving family, the two are discussing issues involved in the contractual agreement they have already signed.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Commander, American Legion Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, from Sam Russell, 17th Dist. Texas, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., dated March 25, 1941. Russell acknowledges his receipt of the letter with the check from Carswell to cover the cost of the manuals. Russell confirms that he has secured the fifty volumes of the Infantry Drill Regulations FM - 22 - 5 and is mailing them to Carswell., He advises of the enclosed bills as requested by Carswell. Typewritten on U.S. House letterhead bearing U S Eagle watermark.

A thank you letter from Robert W. Talley to Carl B. Compton about sending him the Art Bulletin from Southwestern University.

Letter from Standard Oil Company of California to Aeronautical Training Center, Inc. discussing a recent contract signed five days prior.

A letter written to Dr. Jeff Davis, Texas United Drys, from T. N. Carswell, dated November 25, 1941. Carswell advises of an enclosed check to cover their part for the special attorney and makes inquiry regarding the case and the status of the submission blanks.

Letter from T. W. Davidson to Senator W. J. Bryan inviting Mr. Bryan to attend his address to the Legislature in Austin, Texas.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from W. R. White, President, Hardin-Simmons University dated November 25, 1941. White expresses his appreciation for the selection and direction of ushers by Carswell during the Convention.

Letter to Walter F. Woodul discussing an Assumed Name Law for Sugarland Industries and the corresponding liability for Trustees.

Letters to Dr. John W. Spies informing him that Dr. Meyer Bodansky, who is in the hospital, is recovering slowly yet surely. The first note, which is typed, is dated May 30, 1941 and signed with the initials "BG". The second note, which is handwritten, is dated May 25, 1941 and signed with the initials "E.L.H.".