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[Clipping: International-Great Northern Railroad Company v. Reagan, No. 1013]
Journal clipping discussing cause no. 1013, International-Great Northern Railroad Company vs. P. C. Reagan, in the Court of Civil Appeals of Texas, Waco, heard February 12, 1931 and rehearing denied March 12, 1931. The original cause was brought by P. C. Reagan, alleging that his cotton crop was damaged due to negligence on the part of the railroad company, and appealed by the railroad company after the district court decided in favor of Reagan.
Date:
1931~
Creator:
Alexander, J.
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Stanley R. Block to Truett Latimer, February 16, 1953]
Letter from Stanley R. Block to Truett Latimer discussing support for Texas House Bill #5 at the Public Hearing of the Public Health Committee so that professional standards of Optometry are raised.
Date:
February 16, 1953
Creator:
Block, Stanley R.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Notice of First Meeting of Creditors
Notice to creditors of S. L. Courtney & Co. of the first creditor meeting to discuss and take stock of company goods, store fixtures, and accounts upon filing for bankruptcy.
Date:
November 27, 1914
Creator:
Bryan, T. F.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Notice of Meeting of Creditors
Notice to creditors of S. L. Courtney & Co. of a meeting to discuss and take stock of company goods, store fixtures, and accounts upon filing for bankruptcy.
Date:
December 1, 1914
Creator:
Bryan, T. F.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Theron D. Carroll to Joe Cooley, April 1, 1960]
Letter from Theron D. Carroll to Joe Cooley discussing the scheduling of the Game and Fish Commission's Wildlife Exhibit during the West Texas Fair.
Date:
April 1, 1960
Creator:
Carroll, Theron D.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to A. S. Jackson - March 4, 1942]
A letter written to Dr. A. S. Jackson, President, Paul Quinn College, Waco, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Chairman 24th Senatorial Drys, dated March 4, 1942. Carswell explains the survey that he is making is to assertain to what extent the effects of the use of alcohol are taught in denominational schools.
Date:
March 4, 1942
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to J. W. Yancy, III - May 29, 1942]
A letter written to Dr. J. W. Yancy, III, President, Paul Quinn College, Waco, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Chairman 24th Senatorial District Drys, dated May 29, 1942. Carswell requests a reply to a letter sent March 4 to Dr. Jackson regarding what Christian Schools and Colleges are doing about the use of Beverage Alcohol.
Date:
May 29, 1942
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J. T. Davis to William John Bryan, July 13, 1905]
Letter from J. T. Davis to William John Bryan thanking him for sending over a picture of Bryan's father.
Date:
July 13, 1905
Creator:
Davis, J. T.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Notice of Sale in Bankruptcy.
Notice of an auction to sell the stock and goods from the bankrupt S. L. Courtney & Co.
Date:
December 11, 1914
Creator:
Eason, W. L.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from G. R. Edwards to Truett Latimer, February 10, 1953]
Letter from G. R. Edwards to Truett Latimer thanking him for his contributions in fighting House Bill 7, and amendment to Insurance Code.
Date:
February 10, 1953
Creator:
Edwards, G. R.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from George R. Edwards to Truett Latimer, April 8, 1954]
Letter from George R. Edwards to Truett Latimer discussing meeting at some point, traveling to New Orleans, and congratulating Latimer on his upcoming marriage.
Date:
April 8, 1954
Creator:
Edwards, George Royalty
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from George R. Edwards to Truett Latimer, August 17, 1954]
Letter from George R. Edwards to Truett Latimer asking about the outcome of Latimer's race for Legislature, or if he ran at all, and discussing attending some Baylor ballgames.
Date:
August 17, 1954
Creator:
Edwards, George Royalty
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from B. J. Gist to Truett Latimer, April 10, 1955]
Letter from B. J. Gist to Truett Latimer discussing the feed control bill.
Date:
April 10, 1955
Creator:
Gist, B. J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Doug Guthrie to Truett Latimer, August 8, 1961]
Letter from Doug Guthrie to Truett Latimer asking him to urge Governor Daniel to appoint Drs. Meade and Smith to the State Board of Chiropody Examiners.
Date:
August 8, 1961
Creator:
Guthrie, Doug
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J. Walter Hammond to T. N. Carswell - March 13, 1945]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from J. Walter Hammond, President Texas Farm Bureau Federation, Waco, Texas, dated March 13, 1945. Hammond expresses his appreciation for the kind letter from Carswell advising that he knew of Carswell's activities even back to his school days, of his honesty, integrity and sincerety of purpose. He states, "I can truthfully say that because of your efforts the world is a better place in which to live".
Date:
March 13, 1945
Creator:
Hammond, J. Walter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Man Seated in Front of Ornate Background]
Photograph of a man wearing a mid-toned coat and vest along with a pair of light-colored trousers. He is seated with his left leg crossed over his right in front of what appears to be an ornate mantle. His hat is visible on the floor in the bottom left corner.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Jackson, W. D.
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Dr. Billie Jean Jayroe to Truett Latimer, February 6, 1953]
Letter from Dr. Billie Jean Jayroe to Truett Latimer discussing support for Texas House Bill #5 for the purpose of protecting the optometry profession and the visual welfare of the public of Texas.
Date:
February 6, 1953
Creator:
Jayroe, Billie Jean
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Tornado Damage
Copy photograph of damage to the Old Gold Shop and other buildings on Austin Street in Waco, Texas. Pictured are several shops with the facades and parts of the roofs torn off from a tornado. Parked outside the shops is a GMC truck. Two men stand to the left.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Jimmie Willis
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Tom Joseph to Truett Latimer, June 15, 1953]
Letter from Tom Joseph to Truett Latimer congratulating him on his work in the the recent 53rd Legislative session.
Date:
June 15, 1953
Creator:
Joseph, Tom
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. M. Kennedy to William John Bryan, March 6, 1908]
Letter from A. M. Kennedy to William John Bryan requesting a list of men who could help secure the county for Senator Bailey's campaign.
Date:
March 6, 1908
Creator:
Kennedy, A. M.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. W. Kirk to William John Bryan, February 2, 1905]
Letter from W. W. Kirk to William John Bryan discussing Bryan acquire a train pass for a trip Kirk is taking.
Date:
February 2, 1905
Creator:
Kirk, W. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Memo from R. G. Lane to Camp MacArthur Personnel Adjutant, November 11, 1918]
Memorandum from Capt. R. G. Lane, commander of SATC Simmons College Unit, to the personnel adjutant of Camp MacArthur regarding a previous transportation request needing a signature.
Date:
November 11, 1918
Creator:
Lane, R. G.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to French Robertson, January 17, 1953]
Letter from Truett Latimer to French Robertson discussing his committee appointments for the 53rd legislative session and thanking Robertson for his support in the representative election race.
Date:
January 17, 1953
Creator:
Latimer, Truett
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Truett Latimer to G. R. Edwards, February 17, 1953]
Letter from Truett Latimer to G. R. Edwards discussing the status of House Bill 7, which would amend the Insurance Code.
Date:
February 17, 1953
Creator:
Latimer, Truett
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History