Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to his son [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth]. He copies a letter of praise sent home by newcomers to Castroville. He discusses the purchase of 4000 acres in Castroville and Louis' demand to the Association for the 320 acres promised him. Several letters in French are included in the text. Also, he writes about Castro's sale of 40,000 acres that came as a surprise to him and his hopes that the colony will fare better than Albert anticipated. Signed "Your faithful father Huth" in Neufreystaedt and dated July 9, 1847.

Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to his sons, [Ferdinand] Louis and Albert Huth. Contains a transcribed copy of a letter from D'Hanis & Co. dated July 15, 1847 from Antwerp. He inquires about Louis' legal action involving Castro and hopes that Albert will be able to live in harmony with Castro, despite Castro's inconsiderate actions. Signed Father Huth and dated July 24, 1847 in Neufreystaedt.

Letter discussing the inquiry into the estate of the Prince of Leiningen and proposing a meeting to decide on the interests of those concerned.

Letter to Cecile from her father about Aunt Jeane travelling to New York, US relations with Korea, Germany, Austria, Japan, Russia, Russia's actions, politics, economics, possible travel, and other personal matters.

Letter from Oscar Johnston to Thos. L. James discussing his experience with hiring displaced families from Europe.

Letter from Captain Edward Drew to Mickey McLernon discussing his recent stay in a hospital, US Army presence in Germany, discussions with Air Force officers, and aviation.

Letter from William C. Levin to Daniel W. Kempner discussing his recommendation for Daniel W. Kempner to visit Baden-Baden to see a medical specialist to cure his condition.

Letter from Bruce Webster to Daniel W. Kempner discussing a recommendation to see a specialist in Baden-Baden to cure Daniel W. Kempner's back condition.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to the Insel-Hotel in Germany acknowledging receipt of a reservation at the hotel confirmed on July 23rd and requesting that ensuite accommodations be made for the reservation.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to the Insel-Hotel in Konstanz, Germany, confirming receipt of a reservation made by Continental American Travel, Inc., for a suite of rooms at the hotel for the night of September 7th, 1956. Kempner also asks the hotel to reserve a room for a chauffeur that will accompany the party.

Letter from Insel-Hotel to H. Kempner discussing hotel reservations and plans for arrival at the Insel-Hotel.

Letter from Insel Hotel to H. Kempner discussing hotel arrangements for H. Kempner's stay at Insel-Hotel.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to Kurt Brenner at the Brenner's Park Hotel indicating that Kempner intends to extend his hotel reservation to about three weeks to comply with "the Doctor's orders" and still hopes that the reservation will be made for a large apartment at the hotel.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to Kurt Brenner discussing a hotel room reservation at the Brenners Park-Hotel in Baden-Baden, Germany.

Letter from Kurt Brenner of the Brenners Park-Hotel in Baden-Baden to Daniel W. Kempner discussing dates for room reservations for an upcoming stay at the hotel.

Letter from Tom Connally to John J. McCloy, US High Commissioner (equivalent to ambassador) of Germany, introducing him to Daniel W. Kempner and asking he extend Mr. Kempner any possible courtesies.

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Augusta Goldberger discussing how the method of obtaining visas has changed over the years. Kempner also discusses the possibilities, mainly negative, of the family staying where they are and what might occur if they do travel to America.

Letter from E. Heller to I. H. Kempner discussing Erich Goldberger's visa application being rejected due to Goldberger having family living in enemy controlled areas but explaining that it can be changed if Goldberger writes to the Consulate and declares he has no close relatives living in Germany.

Letter from Friz and Rosa Waldmann to I. H. Kempner asking Kempner about signing a new affidavit for the Waldmann's and updating Kempner about the marriages and careers of their daughters.

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to D. W. Kempner discussing Daniel's visit to Germany, Daniel's former letter about Heller, and the tragic loss of Nirby Newburger.

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to D. W. Kempner discussing the sales of various products, and a deal the Harris is making with Mattioli and Ghedini.

Handwritten letter from Marc Verley to Harris L. Kempner expressing happiness at returning to Germany after being imprisoned and thanking Kempner for the parcels he received while incarcerated.

Letter from A. Zülow & Co. to the H. Kempner firm providing some information on how members of the Kempner family can pay on credit while traveling in West Germany.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to Messrs. A. Zulow & Co. referring to DM deposits in the Norddeutsche Bank and advice shared.