Photograph of a man in a long beard sent from J. E. Oldright.

Postcard from Evol Gilmore to Johnie Louise Bruyere, December 28, 1926. The front bears a drawing of a river and surrounding grass covered in snow. It reads: "I cannot say one thing that's new/So send the same old wish to you. Merry Christmas." The note on the back reads "Wishing you a happy Xmas and a bright New Year. Your friend, Evol Gilmore."

Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his parents Clara and John T. Willis, Sr., on September 28, 1945, telling them that he'll be on a ship to come home in a couple of days. He details how the camp he's stationed at is set up, including German prisoners of war who do K. P. He sets the goal of starting his life over again, and bemoans his loss of a Sergeant rating due to his absence from his original camp, but decides he doesn't care since he'll be a civilian again soon. He is excited to be home in time for deer season.

Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his parents Clara and John T. Willis, Sr. on January 28, 1943. He asks them to go visit a friend of his, and to buy him part of a war bond. He also tells them that he can't cash a check they sent him, so he is going to tear it up.

Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his parents Clara and John T. Willis, Sr. on July 28, 1944. Willis is sorry a friend named Jack broke his arm, but assures his parents that A&M has good doctors. His outfit is still working eleven hours a day, but he notes that they've been getting better food more often. He hopes he will get a 3 day pass soon, so he can travel.

Letter from John Todd Willis, Jr. to his parents Clara and John T. Willis, Sr. on July 28, 1943. He explains that the army sent some of his mail to the wrong place, discusses the weather, and asks after friends from home.

Letter from John Victor Olson to Todd Bradford Willis on May 28, 1975. He informs Willis that his conditional acceptance to The University of Texas Dental Branch has been made a final acceptance, and asks that Willis confirm that he will be attending.

Letter from Stanley Rentz to Todd Bradford Willis on August 28, 1985, informing him of his appointment to the McLennan County Historical Commission. He lays out how meetings are scheduled, and the projects the Historical Commission is currently working on.

Postcard of buildings lining a dirt road. Text on the photo says "Business portion Austin St. Holland, Texas." A handwritten note on the front of the postcard says "Hello, feel like 15 cts. I look worse. How are your good old fellows? I guess you are having a good time, at least I hope so." The card is addressed to Miss Annie Wiggers in Temple, Texas.

Postcard of Waco during a flood of the Brazos River. A handwritten note on the back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Kate Dean in Claremont, New Hampshire and says "This picture does not half tell the tale of East Waco's terrible flood. The Brazos is a terrible river. With love, C.F.D."

Postcard of a soldier wearing a military uniform and hat. Handwritten text on the front of the photo says "121 - U.S. H.A." A handwritten note on the back of the postcard says "To my sweetheart Charlotte- Lots of love and kisses from yours. Hans."

Receipt from McLendon Hardware Company in Waco, Texas, for the sale of goods to Rush Gardner & Bartlett Company in Marlin, Texas.

Postcard of Houston High School viewed from across the street. A large brick building with three visible turrets stands surrounded by immature trees and well-manicured grass. Handwritten text on the back of the card reads: "Want to ask forgiveness for not coming to see you and Miss J- before I left. I relied so much on hand the last two or three days. Had such a lovely time but was glad to get home. Mama enjoyed her visiter much too. Nina." The card is addressed to Miss Annie Forsgard of Waco, Texas.

Postcard of Cloradee E., a woman with a dark dress and hat, sitting on a bench and holding her son, George. This collection of photographs of African Americans was purchased from an estate in Dallas, Texas.

Letter from Captain Merrill Smith to his wife updating her on life on deployment.

Letter from Captain Merrill Smith to his wife discussing the world premier of Stage Door Canteen.

Letter from Captain Merrill Smith to his wife discussing what it is like for some soldiers to be deployed for months on end.

Letter from Hector Suyker to Emma Riecke discussing the meal he ate for thanksgiving, he learned that the large package he received was not from hid friend but from his boss.

Letter from Hector Suyker to Emma Riecke discussing money that was gifted to him and the way he would like Emma to use it. He is eager to return to his work before the army. Emma has gotten him a present and he is excited to see it and her.

Letter from Captain Merrill Smith to his wife discussing his opinions about the year coming to an end.

Photographs of two wandering children at Pin Oak Creek near Munger, Texas. Both wear clean light-colored shirts, standing in a clearing of dirt in front of trees and bushes.

Photograph of David N. Myrick sitting in a small wooden buggy hitched to a horse. Myrick poses with his right leg placed on his left thigh, and his hat tilted slightly obscured. The buggy is stopped on a dirt road, in front of a building with an arch entrance.

A Camp MacArthur postcard sent from Mr. Rogers Lester to his brother Mr. Henry J. Lester picturing a group of soldiers in a building and informing him that he arrived in Mexico.

Postcard of Camp Cotton located in El Paso, Texas. In the center of the image are rows of 20th Infantry tents attached to the ground. Soldiers are shown positioned between the rows of tents and in a group to the left of the tents. The postcard is addressed to Miss Judith Locke of San Antonio, Texas.