Letter from Erich Freund to I. H. Kempner responding to Ike, updates him on the health of Aunt Rosa Anspach and Dr. Edith Peritz. Rosa, visited regularly by both, is in a depressed state due to her disability, while Dr. Peritz continues her medical practice at age 65. The letter discusses family matters, including his own age and work, the adopted daughter Sophie's immigration to the U.S., and the his late relatives. He reminisces about a guestbook entry from Ike's mother and extends an invitation for Ike to share more about his immediate family.

Letter from Jascha to I. H. Kempner discussing letters sent before the events of World War 2 and asking for supplies and food.

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Al Jowdy. Jowdy enlisted in the Navy in July 1942 at the age of 15, with his parents’ consent. His first assignment was pulling bodies out of sunken ships in Pearl Harbor. At Guadalcanal, his ship was torpedoed. Due to the presence of enemy subs, he could not be rescued initially and spent two weeks floating in a raft. Then he joined a rescue effort to aid the USS Wasp (CV-7), only to be torpedoed again, spending another four days in the water. Jowdy was then assigned to the USS Salt Lake City (CA-25), patrolling the Bering Sea and participating in the Battle of the Komandorski Islands as a second loader on a 40-millimeter. After witnessing the Marianas Turkey Shoot and also seeing MacArthur film his famous return, Jowdy participated in the bombardment of Iwo Jima, amidst kamikazes and suicide boats. After the war, he survived a typhoon and served occupation duty in Japan, later transporting troops as part of the demobilization effort before being discharged in January 1946.

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Al Jowdy. Jowdy enlisted in the Navy in July 1942 at the age of 15, with his parents’ consent. His first assignment was pulling bodies out of sunken ships in Pearl Harbor. At Guadalcanal, his ship was torpedoed. Due to the presence of enemy subs, he could not be rescued initially and spent two weeks floating in a raft. Then he joined a rescue effort to aid the USS Wasp (CV-7), only to be torpedoed again, spending another four days in the water. Jowdy was then assigned to the USS Salt Lake City (CA-25), patrolling the Bering Sea and participating in the Battle of the Komandorski Islands as a second loader on a 40-millimeter. After witnessing the Marianas Turkey Shoot and also seeing MacArthur film his famous return, Jowdy participated in the bombardment of Iwo Jima, amidst kamikazes and suicide boats. After the war, he survived a typhoon and served occupation duty in Japan, later transporting troops as part of the demobilization effort before being discharged in January 1946.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Harris Leon Kempner discussing complaints made about their cotton shipments in Belgium and a meeting he had with Mr. Ketsges regarding them.

Letter to Cecile from her father about Easter, US government, economics, elections, international relations, Russia's actions, the US helping the Asian population, and his agnostic beliefs.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. R. Thompson, Jr. discussing an enclosed letter Kempner wrote to Harris Leon Kempner, Jr. and evaluating the United States's probability of war with Russia as a result of their handling of the Cuban situation. Kempner ends the letter wishing Thompson good health and progress.

Letter to Cecile from her father about potential war, world hunger, economics of foreign countries, and personal matters.

Letter to Cecile from her father about family that recently visited, a speech that Winston Churchill gave in MIT, nuclear weapons, past wars, a possible future war, tax returns, the Thompsons, and a film he watched with his wife.

Letter to Cecile from her father about politics, his opinions on totalitarianism in business, and the possibility that it is becoming a trend in modern businesses.

Letter to Cecile from her father discussing international relations and politics.

Letter to Cecile from her father anticipating the end of the war.

Letter to Cecile from her father about family matters, going to Houston, the war, and investment advice.

Letter to Cecile from her father reflecting on humanity's achievements, nuclear weapons, Russia's relations with Japan, the US attack on Japan, and the politics behind the decision.

Letter to Cecile from her father about Harris, a woman who jumped out of a window, US relations with Russia, and personal matters.

Letter to Cecile from her father about a recent hurricane, the surrender of Japan, and local news.

Letter to Cecile from her father about Harris and Ruth returning from their trip, world news and Palestine, and politics.

Letter to Cecile from her father about his disappointment about her not coming over for the holidays, her investments, a conference in Moscow, and brief mention of international relations.

Letter to Cecile from her father about her contributions to his business and the war. He shares that he believes that Germany is "doomed economically". Again, he brings up the Jones-Wallace issue. International relation between Russia, Britain, and the US are also discussed.

Letter to Cecile from her father about hope for world peace, Korea, Russia, US military, industrial, and economic strength, business, and politics.

Letter to Cecile from her father about taxes, personal maters, and international relations.

Letter to Cecile from her father about Korea, communism, Russia, China, finances, and investment.

Letter to Cecile from her father about friends and family travelling to California, Korea, relations with Russia and China, anticipation of Russian attack, Chinese government, and taxes.

Letter to Cecile from her father about Aunt Jeane travelling to New York, US relations with Korea, Germany, Austria, Japan, Russia, Russia's actions, politics, economics, possible travel, and other personal matters.