Translation of letter from R. Ostoff to William Hagen regarding appropriations for Lutheran Concordia College of Texas.

Translation of report regarding the development of Lutheran Concordia College of Texas. The report includes a section that asks that the institution retain its six year long course structure.

Translation of letter from Reverend R. Osthoff to William Hagen regarding building repairs.

Translation of letter from Concordia College Board of Control to William Hagen regarding appropriations for a new college.

Translation of letter from Concordia College Board of Control to William Hagen regarding appropriations for Lutheran Concordia College of Texas.

Translation of letter from William Hagen to R. Osthoff saying that Osthoff's costs are too high.

Translation of letter from Concordia College Board of Control to William Hagen regarding appropriations for Lutheran Concordia College of Texas.

Translation of letter from Concordia College to William Hagen regarding the construction funding of a new college.

Translation of letter from Concordia College to William Hagen regarding the construction funding of a new college.

Translation of letter from Concordia College to William Hagen regarding the construction funding of a new college.

Translation of letter from Concordia College to William Hagen regarding a list of requirements for a new college.

Photograph of the Charles Evans, Sr. house at 2100 Colcord Avenue in Waco. It was formerly the home of the Charles and Nannie Sleeper Evans family during the 20th century. It is a two-story house, which has four columns in front. Trees are on both sides of the house, though the ones on the right are missing their leaves.

Photograph of a gilt-silver chalice resting on a wooden surface. Fortuny fabric on a panel of the reredos in Cox Memorial Chapel is visible in the background. The gilt-silver chalice was created by Tiffany & Co. and is used in the weekly celebration of the Holy Communion in Cox Memorial Chapel at Highland Park United Methodist Church of Dallas. The following inscription was hand-engraved by DeMott N. Post, a master-engraver with Tiffany & Co., “Given to the Glory of God in Memory of Hester Beck Willis and John Todd Willis, Jr. by Todd Bradford Willis + Cox Memorial Chapel + Highland Park Methodist Church + Year of Our Lord 2013.” The design of the central cross on the chalice, which replicates the Altar Cross in the chapel, was suggested by the Rev. Jeff Hall. The placement of the inscription on the chalice was suggested by Willard E. Brown, III, from whom the chalice was acquired. This memorial chalice was consecrated on September 8, 2013 by the Rev. Jeff Hall, the minister to the Cox Chapel community.

Photograph of a gilt-silver chalice on an ivory cloth. A wooden door or wall is visible in the background. The gilt-silver chalice was created by Tiffany & Co. and is used in the weekly celebration of the Holy Communion in Cox Memorial Chapel at Highland Park United Methodist Church of Dallas. The following inscription was hand-engraved by DeMott N. Post, a master-engraver with Tiffany & Co., “Given to the Glory of God in Memory of Hester Beck Willis and John Todd Willis, Jr. by Todd Bradford Willis + Cox Memorial Chapel + Highland Park Methodist Church + Year of Our Lord 2013.” The design of the central cross on the chalice, which replicates the Altar Cross in the chapel, was suggested by the Rev. Jeff Hall. The placement of the inscription on the chalice was suggested by Willard E. Brown, III, from whom the chalice was acquired. This memorial chalice was consecrated on September 8, 2013 by the Rev. Jeff Hall, the minister to the Cox Chapel community.

Photograph of a gilt-silver chalice resting on a wooden shelf. The words "Given To The Glory of God," as well as others, are inscribed at the base of the chalice. The gilt-silver chalice was created by Tiffany & Co. and is used in the weekly celebration of the Holy Communion in Cox Memorial Chapel at Highland Park United Methodist Church of Dallas. The following inscription was hand-engraved by DeMott N. Post, a master-engraver with Tiffany & Co., “Given to the Glory of God in Memory of Hester Beck Willis and John Todd Willis, Jr. by Todd Bradford Willis + Cox Memorial Chapel + Highland Park Methodist Church + Year of Our Lord 2013.” The design of the central cross on the chalice, which replicates the Altar Cross in the chapel, was suggested by the Rev. Jeff Hall. The placement of the inscription on the chalice was suggested by Willard E. Brown, III, from whom the chalice was acquired. This memorial chalice was consecrated on September 8, 2013 by the Rev. Jeff Hall, the minister to the Cox Chapel community.

Photograph of the balcony inside St. James Methodist Church. Pews are on the ground level, and opera seats are in the balcony. A brass chandelier hangs from the ceiling.

Photograph of a marble cornerstone for St. James Methodist Church in Waco, Texas. The text on the marker is cut into stone and placed within a brick wall. Glare on the stone makes the writing difficult to read. -This is the cornerstone for the present building, erected in 1924

Photograph of the cornerstone of St. James Methodist Church in Waco, Texas. The text on the marker is cut into the stone and placed within a brick wall. The cornerstone features a circular design in the center, but much of the text is worn and difficult to read. The present cornerstone was laid by the Knights of Pythias, Jurisdiction of Texas; W. S. Willis, G. C. [Grand Chancellor]; H. W. Hawkins, Contractor; Adams & Adams, Architects.

Photograph of a doorway inside St. James Methodist Church. An exit sign hangs above it, and a red chair is placed toward to the right.

Photograph of St. James Methodist Church, which was erected in 1924. The building is composed of red brick and has gold embellishments around the building. A set of blue steps leads to the entrance. St. James Methodist Church was organized in 1874 by Father Anderson Brack. This African-American congregation was a part of the Methodist Episcopal Church (North) when it was organized. The present church edifice at 600 S. 2nd Street is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark. It was designed by Adams & Adams, architects.

Photograph of the heritage room of St. James Methodist Church. Various pieces of church furniture are pictured, as well as several items hanging on the wall. The original church pulpit and baptismal font are in the background.

Photograph of the heritage room inside St. James Methodist Church. The floor has red carpeting and a piano is visible in the background. Other historical objects include an altar, baptismal font, and original pews.

Photograph of the interior of St. James Methodist Church. The ground level is pictured, as well as the balcony, which has ornate red and gold decoration. Pews are to the left of the image, and a piano and podium are to the right.

Photograph of several items in the heritage room in St. James Methodist Church in Waco, Texas. The items include a small white baptismal font, a chair, and several photographs and plaques.