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[Telegram from Mrs. Vail to Mrs. Kempner, December 16, 1943] (open access)

[Telegram from Mrs. Vail to Mrs. Kempner, December 16, 1943]

Telegram from Mrs. Andress to Mrs. Kempner informing her that the board of directors meeting will be postponed.
Date: December 16, 1943
Creator: Andress, Mary Vail
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Julian Atwood to T. N. Carswell - August 9, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Julian Atwood to T. N. Carswell - August 9, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Julian Atwood, Pastor, Highland Baptist Church, Dallas 4, Texas, dated August 9, 1943. Atwood advises Carswell that Dr. Buddin reported to him the results of their conference with Carswell and that he is delighted that it looks as if they may be able to have Carswell as their next leader of the Dry forces.
Date: August 9, 1943
Creator: Atwood, Julian
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Julian Atwood to T. N. Carswell - July 27, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Julian Atwood to T. N. Carswell - July 27, 1943]

A letter written to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Julian Atwood, Pastor, Highland Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, dated July 27, 1943. Atwood informs Carswell of the Committee request for a conference with Carswell regarding filling the vacancy [with the United Texas Drys] caused by the resignation of Jeff Davis.
Date: July 27, 1943
Creator: Atwood, Julian
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Statement from Arthur B. Berresford, M. D. addressed to T. N. Carswell and letter from Byrdie Carswell to T. N. Carswell] (open access)

[Statement from Arthur B. Berresford, M. D. addressed to T. N. Carswell and letter from Byrdie Carswell to T. N. Carswell]

A statement for professional services rendered to Peggy by Arthur B. Berresford, M. D., Ithaca, New York. Billed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, dated September 1, 1943. Handwritten note written to "Daddy" [T. N. Carswell] from "Mother" [Byrdie Carswell], dated Saturday night and continued on the reverse side of statement. She advises that she found this statement in the pile of letters to be answered and is forwarding it on to Carswell because the bill ought to be paid.
Date: September 1, 1943
Creator: Berresford, Arthur B.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from George C. Betts to T.N. Carswell - February 11, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from George C. Betts to T.N. Carswell - February 11, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. Tom Carswell, 5th Division Commander, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from George C. Betts, Director Veterans State Service Office, Austin, Texas, dated February 11, 1943. Betts advises Carswell regarding providing assistance to a Mrs. Currie of Sterling City, mother of a World War II veteran killed in Austrailia, in filing a claim for government benefits.
Date: February 11, 1943
Creator: Betts, George C.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Roy Beuly and G. L. Griffin, June 19, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Roy Beuly and G. L. Griffin, June 19, 1943]

Recommendation letter from Roy Beuly and G. L. Griffin (who are the chief and assistant chief of the Sinton Volunteer Fire Department, respectively) discussing the merit of Ernest Marion.
Date: June 19, 1943
Creator: Beuly, Roy & Griffin, G. L.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bill to Cornelia Yerkes, Spring 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Bill to Cornelia Yerkes, Spring 1943]

Letter to Cornelia "Connie" Yerkes from her nephew Bill discussing flight training, his family, the weather, food shortages, school, and Cornelia's husband Dick. At the top of the first page is an address for "Mrs. W. St. Clair Childs."
Date: Spring 1943
Creator: Bill
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr., to Bryan Williams, December 27, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr., to Bryan Williams, December 27, 1943]

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr., to Bryan Williams enclosing and discussing title of land in Walker County sold to Mr. J. Marcus Smith.
Date: December 27, 1943
Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Seabrook Yacht Corporation, May 3, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Seabrook Yacht Corporation, May 3, 1943]

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Seabrook Yacht Corporation enclosing the check for $15.50 covering storage for the month of May, 1944 for account of Mr. Harris L. Kempner on his boat 'Land Fall."
Date: May 3, 1943
Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from H. J. Blackwell to T. N. Carswell - August 17, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from H. J. Blackwell to T. N. Carswell - August 17, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from H. J. Blackwell, Vice President, First National Bank, Dallas, Texas, dated August 17, 1943. Blackwell expresses his appreciation for the letter of congratulations from Carswell. "It is most gratifying to receive congratulations from one's friends".
Date: August 17, 1943
Creator: Blackwell, Horace J.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from S. W. Bohls to J. E. Peavy, July 3, 1942] (open access)

[Telegram from S. W. Bohls to J. E. Peavy, July 3, 1942]

Telegram from Dr. S. W. Bohls to Dr. J. E. Peavy of the Nolan County Health Unit discussing the existence of coli-form organisms in the Plosser-Prince Air Academy barracks and the lack of such organisms in the mess hall.
Date: July 3, 1943
Creator: Bohls, S. W.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from William R. Bond, April 14, 1953] (open access)

[Telegram from William R. Bond, April 14, 1953]

Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from William R. Bond regarding local opposition to House Bill 261 which would effect worker's compensation.
Date: April 14, 1943
Creator: Bond, William R.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sid Bowers to T. N. Carswell] (open access)

[Letter from Sid Bowers to T. N. Carswell]

A letter written to Commander Carswell, from Sid Bowers, Post Comm., The American Legion, Bernice Coles Post No. 191, Breckenridge, Texas. Bowers issues an invitation to Carswell to attend their annual Post and Auxilliary Banquet in Breckenridge advising that Dr. Sadler of TCU will speak. Carswell penciled a notation regarding having answered this letter on 2/16/43.
Date: February 1943
Creator: Bowers, Sid
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram by Waneta Sutherlin Bowman to her mother] (open access)

[Telegram by Waneta Sutherlin Bowman to her mother]

Telegram from Waneta Sutherlin Bowman to her mother informing her that James Sutherlin is going to be shipped to Quonset Point, Rhode Island and going to be stationed there for 4 months.
Date: [1943..1946]
Creator: Bowman, Waneta Sutherlin
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chuck Boyce to Alex Bradford - March 11, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Chuck Boyce to Alex Bradford - March 11, 1943]

Letter from Chuck Boyce to Alex Bradford discussing his joy at returning home and his regret at not taking the job Colonel Clark offered. Chuck also shares warm regards from their mutual friends.
Date: March 11, 1943
Creator: Boyce, Chuck
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from L. S. Boyd to Alex Bradford, August 30, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from L. S. Boyd to Alex Bradford, August 30, 1943]

Letter from L. S. Boyd to Alex Bradford discussing how Lawrence has been, giving his address, and forwarding the letter Bradford sent to him.
Date: August 30, 1943
Creator: Boyd, L. S.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Larry Boyd to Alex Bradford, September 19, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Larry Boyd to Alex Bradford, September 19, 1943]

Letter from Larry S. Boyd to Alex Bradford apologizing for the jittery handwriting, as he is writing on top of a motor that's running. He discusses his services and how married life has been for him.
Date: September 19, 1943
Creator: Boyd, Lawrence L.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Correspondence between Alex Bradford and Roger B. Tyler - October 29, 1943] (open access)

[Correspondence between Alex Bradford and Roger B. Tyler - October 29, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to Roger B. Tyler discussing his recent return to the United States from Africa and his regret that he was unable to write to Mr. Tyler. Mr. Bradford mentions that he plans to travel to California by means of Texas and will stop to give Mr. Tyler’s parents a warm welcome. Finally, Mr. Bradford mentions that he borrowed a copy of OIL WEEKLY and visited the magazine’s office in Houston, Texas.
Date: October 29, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to A. E. Hancock, November 8, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to A. E. Hancock, November 8, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to A. E. Hancock on seeing his son in North Africa. Doing well, very liked by all, and in best of health.
Date: November 8, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to American Hoist and Derrick Company, October 14, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to American Hoist and Derrick Company, October 14, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to American Hoist and Derrick Company inquiring about data on there lightweight winches or hoists. The weights and prices are also needed.
Date: October 14, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht - December 14, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht - December 14, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to C.H.W. Ruprecht discussing an underwood agent by the name H.E. Whatson in Lisbon, Portugal. Mr. Whatson’s address is also included. Additionally, Mr. Bradford has included a previously discussed article that he had read about in both Stars & Stripes newspaper and an Egyptian newspaper.
Date: October 14, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Charles E. Dawson, November 15, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to Charles E. Dawson, November 15, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to Charles E. Dawson discussing documents Bradford has reviewed and is returning to Mr. Dawson. He doesn't specialize in the work that was asked of him and apologies for the delay.
Date: November 15, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Colonel J. G. O'Rielly - October 14, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to Colonel J. G. O'Rielly - October 14, 1943]

The first letter from Alex Bradford to Colonel O'Rielly discussing the post-war expansion of companies through the support of pro-American sympathizers. The second letter is from Alex Bradford to the sales manager of W. S. Darley & Co. requesting specifications and prices for all portable fire pumps.
Date: 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Alex Bradford to Curtis Hancock - March 24, 1943] (open access)

[Letter from Alex Bradford to Curtis Hancock - March 24, 1943]

Letter from Alex Bradford to Curtis Hancock thanking him for the loaning of an unknown book written by George Sessions Perry. Now a civilian with the USAAF, it is Mr. Bradford’s intentions contact Mr. Perry to discuss his chapter on oil. Mr. Bradford also mentions that he has met many fellow Texans since he last saw Mr. Hancock.
Date: March 24, 1943
Creator: Bradford, Alex
System: The Portal to Texas History