Weekly report discussing the state of the raw sugar market, including details for prices and market fluctuations related to weights in tons, regions, distribution, years, and figures.

Interview with Ruth Simons (Kerr) Ray, the great-great granddaughter of James Kerr, from Canyon Lake, Texas. Mrs. Ray discusses her ancestor's life and his history in the Hill Country, as well as the Historical Marker Dedication Ceremony at the Kerr County Courthouse.

Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to Gus A. Stirl discussing fig gift packages.

Letter to Cecile from her father about progress on his health, recent events in his social life, plans to go to Houston, New Orleans, informing her of what his new diet consists of, correspondence between friends and family, and president's meeting with General MacArthur.

Letter to Cecile from her father about a Mardi Gras celebration, Herb and Mary, and taxes.

Letter to Cecile from her father about celebrating Mardi Gras, espionage, and "unamericans".

Letter to Cecile from her father about his trip to New Orleans with her mother and the friends they visited. A check is also included.

Letter to Mrs. Kempner from Mrs. Nixon thanking her for the reply about national dues and national finances for the AWVS.

Letter from Herman Lurie to W. H. Louviere & Harris Kempner discussing company strategy in relation to contracts and investments.

Copy of transcript for a letter from Mary Austin Holley to Emily M. Austin Bryan Perry requesting papers to begin a biography of Stephen F. Austin.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to Mary Jean discussing payments to H. Kempner Firm, a sugar trade, family stock shares at Imperial Sugar, death and sickness in the community, and farming operations.

Letter from Caswell P. Ellis, Jr. to I. H. Kempner asking Kempner to attend a dinner hosted by the New York Cotton Exchange and discussing the Purchase Program.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. A. Smith discussing a selection of shirts being sent to New Orleans on accident and asking Mrs. Smith to write Kempner once the shirts arrive at the correct location.

Letter from Mrs. Kempner to Mrs. Perry giving her permission to provide toys for children and informing her that there is a thrift shop in New Orleans.

Letter from Hugh L. Williams to Leighton, Stevens & Cornwall discussing insurance.

Copy of transcript for a letter from A. J. Yates to Stephen F. Austin, Branch T. Archer, and William H. Wharton, on January 14, 1836, informing them that he intends to go to New York City and buy a steam boat and fill it with troops and instruments of war, and to sail it down to Galveston to help with the Texas Revolution.

Letter from Harris K. Weston to I. H. Kempner informing about enclosing a copy of a letter and receival of checks, and discussing about New York and New Orleans lawyers story and his wait for a brochure.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Mr. G. de Berc expressing disappointment that despite making his desired accommodations clear early, the French Line was unable to secure rooms on the Main Deck for him and his family.

Letter to Cecile from her father about the recent opening up of a shopping center, the Galveston Artillery Club, and personal matters.

Letter from H. L. Williams to Cornwall & Stevens discussing that New Orleans coverage is not required.

Letter from J. B. Richardson to Mr. I. H. Kempner requesting further communication on potential living accommodations ahead of his move to Galveston from New Orleans.

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to I. H. Kempner, Daniel W. Kempner, and Robert Lee Kempner explaining the current value of Galveston, New York, New Orleans, and Liverpool Cotton Exchange companies and discussing the change in shares advised by the Liverpool Cotton Exchange.

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to D. W. Kempner discussing various cattle and cotton related topics.

The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Voris C. Riley of Kingland, Texas. He discusses enlisting in the military while living in Abilene, Texas and getting sent to civil service for the Army before being offered to join the Navy. In the Navy he went through basic training in San Diego, California, then to St. Louis Electrical School and finally through firefighting training in Rhode Island. After he completed his training Mr. Riley was assigned to the U.S.S. Lake Champain, CB 39 and went on a shakedown cruise where 16 crewmen were lost for various reasons. In the Navy he was an electrician aboard the ship and dealt with setting up electricity onshore. He also dealt with Prisoners of War, being put in charge of a group of them to build a swimming pool. He was in New York City on temporary leave when the news of the wars end was released by President Truman. Mr. Voris also talks about serving in the Civilian Conservation Corps in New Mexico.