Letter from Alex Bradford to Gustave E. Bonadio discussing various topics related to the firefighting profession and closely related tangents. Mr. Bradford asks for a copy of Dr. Theobold’s book on Hydraulics be sent to his permanent PO box in Burbank, California. He additionally mentions that he was asked to write a book on firefighting techniques for “PITMAN” but ultimately chose not due to his specialization in Class B fires and his unconventional take on extinguishing fires. Mr. Bradford confirms the existence of an article on “Loaded Streams” at the New York Public Library published in Oil and Gas Journal between 1929-1931 by Dr. Charlie Thomas of Thomas & Hochwalt Research Laboratories in Dayton, Ohio. Discussing the various United States Military branches and how they have been approaching firefighting within their respective branches. Focused primarily on the Navy, Army, and Coast Guard. Finally, Mr. Bradford mentions that there are new chemical developments used for firefighting, however they are not the ideal concoction for putting out blazes.

Letter from Alex Bradford to Gustavo E. Bonadio discussing the benefits attributed to various fire extinguishers and their manufacturers. Additionally Mr. Bradford asks about the "loaded steam" type of extinguishers and the possibility of laboratory testing.

A letter addressed to U. S. News & World Report, Dayton 1, Ohio, from T. N. Carswell, dated Nov. 12, 1957. Carswell places an order for a year's subscription for his daughter. He advises of his interest in the subject and requests it be printed in booklet form.

Letter from J. W. Coleburn of the Greenbrier and Cottages to Daniel W. Kempner thanking him for returning the coat hanger that was mistakenly sent to him.

Letter from Harris L. Kempner to George Brian Woods sending a copy of a recommendation regarding the Price Revision Division and requesting the copy be sent back.

Letter from Harris L. Kempner to A. C. Miles thanking him for the Christmas card and asking about the nature of his job in Hawaii, discussing the possibility of visiting.

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Newsweek informing that he would like all issues of Newsweek at his address.

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to U. S. News & World Report subscribing to the U. S. News and World Report.

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to U. S. News & World Report sending a subscription renewal for two years.

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to the U. S. News & World Report renewing a two year subscription.

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to the U. S. News & World Report sending a two year renewal subscription.