Partner
Rosenberg Library
1,269
Abilene Library Consortium
263
The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History
50
German-Texan Heritage Society
31
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
28
Moore Memorial Public Library
23
UNT Libraries Special Collections
16
Moody Medical Library, UT
7
Texas Historical Commission
7
San Jacinto Museum of History
3
6 More
Collection
Texas Digital Newspaper Program
867
Harris and Eliza Kempner
769
Galveston County Area Newspaper Collection
523
Galveston Tribune
395
The Galveston News
268
Abilene Library Consortium
263
Texas Labor Newspapers
69
Early Texas Newspapers
47
German-Language Newspaper Collection
31
Texas Patents
27
23 More
Country
States
Counties
Decade
Month
Day
1,704 Matching Results
Results open in a new window/tab.
prev
Results:
1,681 - 1,704 of
1,704
[Letter from Felix Butte to Elizabeth Kirkpatrick - February 21, 1923]
Letter from Dr. Butte to Elizabeth discussing being sick and how much he misses her.
Date:
February 21, 1923
Creator:
Butte, Felix Latimore, Sr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 21, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady discussing financial matters and expressing satisfaction with the work done by a committee in relation to the Medical College. He acknowledges the unpredictability of events and compliments the Karl Lovelady on the successful work under those conditions. A snippet from another document, with the closing line urging the reader to listen to an upcoming show on NBC, is also enclosed.
Date:
November 21, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, July 21, 1945]
Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner expressing his disappointment that Kempner will not be able to attend the Hillel Building Fund meeting in Austin. He includes the total funds raised at this point and promises him a report of the meeting.
Date:
July 21, 1945
Creator:
Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to D. W. Kempner, April 21, 1950]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to D. W. Kempner discussing facts rumored and stated at a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce, including that Galveston Wharves were planning to building a warehouse for Campdera, Cook & Company would lease ten acres of their property and erect a warehouse, and that Volkart is planning to add 125,000 square feet to their property. Furthermore, the materialization of these prospects would increase the importance of Galveston as a cotton port and possible opportunities to sell parts of their own plant.
Date:
April 21, 1950
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John W. Harris to I. H. Kempner, November 21, 1955]
Letter from John W. Harris to I. H. Kempner discussing the Improvement, Repair and Building Fund of the Rosenberg Library and asking Kempner to consider donating to the fund.
Date:
November 21, 1955
Creator:
Harris, John W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harris L. Kempner to Mr. O. W. Watson, February 21, 1957]
Letter from Harris L. Kempner to O. W. Watson requesting a nomination for membership for Mr. and Mrs. Marion J. Levy and Mr. Adrian Levy, Jr.
Date:
February 21, 1957
Creator:
Kempner, Harris Leon
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William N. Nathan to I. H. Kempner, August 21, 1945]
Letter from William M. Nathan to I. H. Kempner discussing letters to be sent to the area chairmen of the Hillel University of Texas Building Fund for dissemination. He mentions 200 copies of floor plan sketches and prospective drawings of the exterior of the Hillel building that he was sent by the architect, Geo. M. Dahl, which he intends to be sent out with the letters. He also mentions a proposed conference for October and rejoices that his loved ones will return home from the war.
Date:
August 21, 1945
Creator:
Nathan, William M.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Donald Day to I. H. Kempner, September 21, 1944]
Letter from Donald Day to I. H. Kempner discussing a fruitful discussion with Fred Florence and plans to meet Rabbi Lefkowitz for further constructive input on a proposition. He indicates a willingness to travel to Galveston for serious discussions and suggests that the committee could cover his expenses. Day also mentions making suggestions to the medical school committee and assures that hotel accommodations should not be an issue.
Date:
September 21, 1944
Creator:
Day, Donald
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Bale-Ejector for Presses.
Patent for new and useful Improvements in Bale-Ejectors for Presses
Date:
September 21, 1880
Creator:
Riesel, Henry
Object Type:
Patent
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. Evetts Haley, February 21, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. Evetts Haley discussing Senate Joint Resolution No. 12, which proposes relocating a Medical College from Galveston. He regrets Haley's unavailability but requests his help in mobilizing opposition. The resolution is criticized for potentially reviving old disputes and incurring unnecessary financial costs, specifically through a $3,000,000 bond issuance.
Date:
February 21, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeane Kempner to Messrs. B. Altman & Company, January 21, 1944]
Letter from Jeane Kempner to Messrs. B. Altman & Company discussing about buying bed sheets and monogrammed pillow cases.
Date:
January 21, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Jeane Bertig
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John F. Brooks to Mrs. F. A. Sayre, July 21, 1939]
Letter from John F. Brooks to Mrs. F. A. Sayre discussing how they are excited Mrs. Sayre wants to buy a model G Leica, but they think she does not need correction lenses based off of her prescription.
Date:
July 21, 1939
Creator:
Brooks, John F.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from M. C. Wright to Daniel W. Kempner, June 21, 1946]
Letter from M. C. Wright to Daniel W. Kempner discussing how they had Daniel's order on back order waiting for a shipment, but just learned from the manufacturer they are no longer creating/sending that model for the rest of the season. They do have a bigger version of the same product if they would prefer, and the offer the price in the larger option.
Date:
June 21, 1946
Creator:
Wright, M. C.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John's to D. W. Kempner, April 21, 1955]
Letter from John's to D. W. Kempner responding to a return card from Mr. Kempner about a special shipment. John's Plants Seeds Bulbs acknowledges the return and apologizes that they don't have the two ferns Mr. Kempner inquired about. They ask that Mr. Kempner remit any amount he feels is fair for the shipment.
Date:
April 21, 1955
Creator:
John's
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from MacDonald-Health Ltd. to D. W. Kempner, July 21, 1955]
Letter from MacDonald-Health Ltd. to D. W. Kempner discussing about the repair for the sleeve on the coat sent and explaining that there is nothing that can be done.
Date:
July 21, 1955
Creator:
MacDonald-Health Ltd.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Felix Butte to Elizabeth Kirkpatrick - March 21, 1923]
Letter from Dr. Butte to Elizabeth discussing a dance he went to, his bacteriology class, and the rain.
Date:
March 21, 1923
Creator:
Butte, Felix Latimore, Sr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mayor George Fraser, M. H. Royston and J. G. Tompkins, February 21, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mayor George Fraser, M. H. Royston and J. G. Tompkins notifying them of their absence at the last meeting about retaining the Medical College in Galveston. He expresses difficulty in finding a campaign leader and suggests a grassroots strategy where committee members mobilize friends across Texas to lobby their Senators and Representatives.
Date:
February 21, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Henderson & Co. to D. W. Kempner, June 21, 1944]
Letter from Peter Henderson & Co. to D. W. Kempner regarding a shipment of Rock Garden plants to Joseph R. Bertig that had gone awry.
Date:
June 21, 1944
Creator:
Peter Henderson & Company
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. W. L. Gatz, Sr. to Daniel W. Kempner, November 21, 1955]
Letter from O'Bion Gatz to Daniel W. Kempner informing him that she doesn't have a record of how much he donated to the previous fundraiser, but assures him any amount will be appreciated.
Date:
November 21, 1955
Creator:
Gatz, O'Bion
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. Lee Kempner to I. Herbert Kempner, Jr., January 21, 1943]
Letter from R. Lee Kempner to I. Herbert Kempner, Jr. discussing a gift of $3,000 made to each of his nieces and nephews while requesting a formal acceptance of this gift by signing and transmitting a copy of the letter to trustees I. H. Kempner, D. W. Kempner, and S. E. Kempner.
Date:
January 21, 1943
Creator:
Kempner, Robert Lee
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. Lee Kempner to Cecile Kempner, January 21, 1943]
Letter from R. Lee Kempner to Cecile Kempner discussing a gift of $3,000 made to each of his nieces and nephews while requesting a formal acceptance of this gift by signing and transmitting a copy of the letter to trustees I. H. Kempner, D. W. Kempner, and S. E. Kempner.
Date:
January 21, 1943
Creator:
Kempner, Robert Lee
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. Lee Kempner to Cecile Kempner, December 21, 1942]
Letter from R. Lee Kempner to Cecile Kempner discussing the delivery of a check with deep affection and season's greetings.
Date:
December 21, 1942
Creator:
Kempner, Robert Lee
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. Lee Kempner to Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Quinn, December 21, 1942]
Letter from R. Lee Kempner to Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Quinn discussing the delivery of a check with deep affection and season's greetings.
Date:
December 21, 1942
Creator:
Kempner, Robert Lee
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, February 21, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan thanking him for the response, doubling his offer to two packs of cigarettes if he comes to visit, and discussing the article in the Southwest Review.
Date:
February 21, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History