[Wedding announcement for Frances Franklin and John Bailey Hill, December 18, 1901] (open access)

[Wedding announcement for Frances Franklin and John Bailey Hill, December 18, 1901]

A wedding announcement for the marriage of Frances Franklin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Thornton Brooke, to Mr. John Bailey Hill. The wedding was to be held on Wednesday, December 18, 1901, at 8:30pm, at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in McKinney, Texas.
Date: December 18, 1901
Creator: Brooke, William Thornton & Brooke, Mrs. William Thornton
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Carter Dalton to Linnet Moore, May 30, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Carter Dalton to Linnet Moore, May 30, 1901]

Letter from Dalton Carter to Linnet Moore in which he tells her about his trip to Burnet and Llano, Texas. He also gives updates on the friends they have in common and on family members.
Date: May 30, 1901
Creator: Dalton, Carter
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Carter J. Dalton to Linnet Moore, October 8, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Carter J. Dalton to Linnet Moore, October 8, 1901]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Carter J. Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In this letter, Dalton congratulates Linnet on her upcoming wedding. Her notes that his gift for her is a receipt for her past debts. Dalton details the latest news about friends, tells Moore about a sofa cushion he received, and mentions that he travels quite a bit with Jim Cooke so Jim can visit his girl, Minnie Lewis. As he closes the letter, he notes that she will make an ideal wife and asks where the couple will live.The envelope is included with the letter.
Date: October 8, 1901
Creator: Dalton, Carter J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, February 3, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, February 3, 1901]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In the letter, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in Austin, TX. The news includes: a health update on her well-being at present, a discussion about Weasie Thomas' visit, a dialogue about Linnet's decision to marry, details about expecting a visit from Linnet, a discussion about sewing projects, and notes past events and future plans. The letter is incomplete.
Date: February 3, 1901
Creator: Dalton, Lula
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, June 3, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, June 3, 1901]

Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore. She is sorry that she hasn't written sooner, but she has been so busy. She received flowers from Mr. House. She had a talk with Carter about Mr. House's proposal. Carter wants her to wait, but she will do what she thinks is best. She did not have to pay for Linnet's boarding. She is going to use Linnet's money to get the pictures Linnet wanted. She tells Linnet to get well and have a good time.
Date: June 3, 1901
Creator: Dalton, Lula
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, May 23, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, May 23, 1901]

Letter to Linnet Moore from Lula Dalton. She wishes Linnet could be with her and mentions that she has been sick for the past four days. Carter was very sick for a while, but he has recovered. She talks about what a good man Claude White is and the book he sent was good also. She asks if Linnet will ever get better and come see her, she wants to show her the letter Claude sent her about Linnet. She talks about her own sweetheart and the letters he sent her. She has fallen in love with him, although she has only known him for two months. She asks that Linnet tell no one except Claude. She doesn't know how she admired J. M. Taylor. She spent time with people from home. She went to a play with some friends. She called home and learned that Linnet was not coming. It was a disappointment for her because she had told Mrs. White Linnet was coming. She doesn't know what she is going to do for the summer, she doesn't want to go home. She mentions that everyone will be out of town and she got invited to go to New …
Date: May 23, 1901
Creator: Dalton, Lula
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore White, May 10, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore White, May 10, 1901]

Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore White in which she writes about visiting with Mr. House. Lula told him about Linnet's up-coming visit and hopes that he will be available to meet her.
Date: May 10, 1901
Creator: Dalton, Lula
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letters from Bessie Franklin and Bettie Franklin to the Moore family, January 20-22, 1901] (open access)

[Letters from Bessie Franklin and Bettie Franklin to the Moore family, January 20-22, 1901]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Bessie Franklin and is addressed to the Moore family. In this letter, Franklin informs the Moore family of the goings-on in Gallatin, TN during the Christmas holidays. The news includes: a confirmation on receiving the Moore's latest correspondence, updates about school, a discussion about family member's health status at present, details about the events they attended for the holidays, and a discussion about who attended the dinner they went to and the food they had, news about Bright's health, a dialogue about correspondences received from kin, details about the poultry show, community health updates about grip and colds, gossip about Broadie Webb, and a dialogue about presents received during the Christmas celebrations. She closes the letter by noting that the Moore family must write her soon and she hopes that this letter finds them all well. In Bettie's letter, dated January 22, 1901, she informs the Moore family of the goings-on in Gallatin, TN from her perspective. She details when Bessie and Mattie are going to school, notes that the grip is around, and mentions agricultural chores. She discusses going to listen to a preacher, notes …
Date: 1901-01-20/1901-01-22
Creator: Franklin, Bessie
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Elizabeth Franklin to the Moore family, January 10, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Elizabeth Franklin to the Moore family, January 10, 1901]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Elizabeth "Bettie" Franklin and is addressed to the Moore family. In the letter, Franklin informs the Moore family that Matilda Dodd has passed way from pneumonia. She discusses the time period right before Dodd passed and describes how the family worked very hard to keep her well with visits from the Doctor and with medicine. The family realized she would not get well and all they could do was keep her comfortable tile she passed. Franklin details how the family and how friends have all helped out during this trying time. This is a fragment of the letter.
Date: January 10, 1901
Creator: Franklin, Elizabeth
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Telegram from E. E. King to Claude D. White, October 24, 1901] (open access)

[Telegram from E. E. King to Claude D. White, October 24, 1901]

This is a document from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a telegram to Claude D. White from Eustace E> King. In the telegram, King informs White that he has received the check from White and thanks him for the money. He also notes that he has ordered marriage certificates and will send Linnet the prettiest one when they arrive. He closes the message by sending love and best wishes to them both. King's name card which details the schedule of services, his church's name, and four bible verses is included with the telegram. The envelope the telegram and the card was sent in is included.
Date: October 24, 1901
Creator: King, Eustace E.
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Birdie McGee to Claude and Linnet Moore White, November, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Birdie McGee to Claude and Linnet Moore White, November, 1901]

Letter from Birdie McGee to Claude and Linnet White in which she tells them that Charles Moore caught a chill walking down to Mr. Anderson's place. Birdie went to town to see Dr. Gibson for help. She says that Mary Moore has rheumatism. She also lists the friends and family she has been in contact with.
Date: November 1901
Creator: McGee, Birdie
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Birdie McGee to Mr. and Mrs. C. D. White, October 17, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Birdie McGee to Mr. and Mrs. C. D. White, October 17, 1901]

This letter is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Birdie McGee and is addressed to Linnet and Claude D. White. In this letter, McGee informs the White's of the goings-on in Chambersville, Texas. The news includes: an update on Charles' health, a discussion about Linnet's trunk, details about their telephone call, a dialogue about missing Linnet, a note to Claude about the couple's happiness, a discussion about their next visit, news about Moore receiving a box of jewelry in the mail, and a question about receiving all her items in her trunk. She closes the letter by sending her love and best wishes to Linnet and Claude.
Date: October 17, 1901
Creator: McGee, Birdie
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Telegrams from William McGee to Charles B. Moore, February 2 and February 5, 1901] (open access)

[Telegrams from William McGee to Charles B. Moore, February 2 and February 5, 1901]

These are two telegrams from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is sent from William McGee to Charles B. Moore. the telegrams inform the Moore family about Matilda Dodd's illness and her worsening condition. The envelope is included with the letter.
Date: February 2, 1901
Creator: McGee, William
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from C. B. Moore to Claude D. White, June 2, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from C. B. Moore to Claude D. White, June 2, 1901]

Letter from C. B. Moore to Claude White. Moore is telling Claude Linnet's progress from Austin to Gallatin. And that she has made it there safely. He received a letter from William H. McGee that she had made it. He says that they are doing well also.
Date: June 2, 1901
Creator: Moore, C. B.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from C. B. Moore to Linnet Moore, May 30, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from C. B. Moore to Linnet Moore, May 30, 1901]

Letter to Linnet Moore from C. B. Moore. He talks about the rain. They sent her a letter to Austin and one to Gallatin. He talked to Priest. He talks about farming. He mentions who he has written.
Date: May 30, 1901
Creator: Moore, C. B.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Last will and testament of Charles B. Moore, September 30, 1901] (open access)

[Last will and testament of Charles B. Moore, September 30, 1901]

Last will and testament by Charles B. Moore in which he says that he previously made out a will and left it with Mr. J. M. Pearson. He states that he had previously given Linnet 100 acres. She sold 25 to raise funds to build a house. The land is now rented out. He now wishes to give her another 450 acres, $300.00, and a filly named Trixy. He leaves the rest of the estate to his wife Mary Ann Moore. He says that Birdie McGee currently lives with them and he leaves it up to "Mary's liberality" to her continuing to do so. He wishes to be buried with his family "without religious ceremonies."
Date: August 30, 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Bindie  McGee and Linnet Moore, June 26, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Bindie McGee and Linnet Moore, June 26, 1901]

Letter from Charles B. Moore to Bindie McGee Linnet Moore saying that he would be glad for Bindie and Linnet to come to visit and help Mary Moore. He says that Linnet has started a trip to Springfield to visit relatives. He writes about the difficulties with the rail road keeping workers. Willy had a tooth pulled. He sends news of the activities of friends and family. Charles relates that he purchased a plow. He give updates on the work around the house and the farm.
Date: May 26, 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Claude D. White, October 20, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Claude D. White, October 20, 1901]

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Charles B. Moore and is addressed to Claude D. White. In this letter, Moore asks White to perform some accounting for him and write him back with the total. he closes the letter by noting to write him soon and mentions that a note has been received that he and Linnet will visit.
Date: October 20, 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Linnet and Claude White, November 16, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Linnet and Claude White, November 16, 1901]

Letter from Charles Moore to Linnet and Claude White in which he describes his activities on the farm; the theft of buggies; and the activities of family and friends. He informs them that uncle John Stewart has died.
Date: November 16, 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Linnet and Claude White, October 30, 1901] (open access)

[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Linnet and Claude White, October 30, 1901]

Letter from Charles B. Moore to Claude and Linnet Moore White in which he tells them about the activities at the house and on the farm. He gives them the news on the sale of his crops. He also discusses the activities of neighbors, friends, and family.
Date: October 30, 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Personal statement, September 30, 1901] (open access)

[Personal statement, September 30, 1901]

This document is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a personal statement by C. B. Moore which was written when Moore was 79 years old. He is noting that his age has surpassed the age of his father's and grandfather's death. Moore states that he does not expect to live much longer and details that he has his will and estate in place, but would like to emphasize that his wife and daughter receive his estate in his passing. He furthers that his daughter will receive more land, some money, and a filly named Trixy. Also, he states that he has full confidence in his wife's financial ability. The statement is dated September 30, 1901.
Date: September 3, 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Poem and Notes by C. B. Moore, 1901] (open access)

[Poem and Notes by C. B. Moore, 1901]

An envelope containing handwritten notes as well as a short poem by C. B. Moore. The envelope contains a label reading, "Moore jan01 Chambersville Tex".
Date: 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B.
Object Type: Poem
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Wedding announcement for Linnett Moore and Claude D. White, October 15, 1901] (open access)

[Wedding announcement for Linnett Moore and Claude D. White, October 15, 1901]

A wedding announcement for the marriage of Linnet Moore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Moore, to Mr. Claude D. White. The wedding was to be held Tuesday, October 15, 1901 at eight o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Moore near McKinney, Texas. After October 18, the newlywed couple would take up residence at 214 Gandy Street, Denison, Texas. There are two copies of the announcement included.
Date: October 15, 1901
Creator: Moore, Charles B. & Moore, Mary
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Mary Moore to Claude and Linnet Moore White] (open access)

[Letter from Mary Moore to Claude and Linnet Moore White]

Letter from Mary Moore to her daughter Linnet and son-in-law Claude White which she begins with motherly concern that they should stay warm. She then recounts her husband's illness and how she and Birdie McGee cared for him. She goes on to describe the comings and goings of family and friends.
Date: November 10, 1901
Creator: Moore, Mary
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library