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[Letter from William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner, February 13, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner, February 13, 1945]

Letter from Senator William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner discussing S.J.R. No. 12.
Date: February 13, 1945
Creator: Stone, William E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Robert C. Hockett, February 26, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Robert C. Hockett, February 26, 1945]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Robert C. Hockett thanking Dr. Robert C. Hockett of the Sugar Research Foundation for a $1,000 donation. The funds are intended to support initial research on the preparation of sterile invert sugar for intravenous injections. Leake mentions that the project's recommendations have been accepted by the University Regents and involves key faculty from the Department of Biological Chemistry. He assures that updates on the research progress and expenditures will be provided, highlighting the importance of proving the project's worthiness for continued support.
Date: February 26, 1945
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner, February 17, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner, February 17, 1945]

Letter from William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner discussing preparations for a committee meeting regarding an unspecified issue related to the University of Texas Medical Branch. Senator Stone advises Kempner to bring a representative group of about three or four people to the meeting and suggests including prominent individuals from across the state to support their cause. He also mentions arranging accommodations for Kempner in Austin and references a newspaper article discussing potential opposition to their plans.
Date: February 17, 1945
Creator: Stone, William E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Unfair Attack] (open access)

[Clipping: Unfair Attack]

Editorial clipping from The Galveston News, dated February 23, 1945, discussing a series of articles recently published in the Austin American newspaper that criticized the medical branch of the University of Texas at Galveston.
Date: February 23, 1945
Creator: The Galveston Daily News
Object Type: Clipping
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Copy of Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Mauritz, February 28, 1945] (open access)

[Copy of Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Mauritz, February 28, 1945]

Copy of Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Mauritz addressing concerns about the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Kempner discusses the United States Senate Judiciary Committee's decision to defer a proposal concerning the medical school, citing the wartime context. He appeals to Mauritz, emphasizing the importance of informed decisions to protect the institution's future.
Date: February 28, 1945
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, February 14, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, February 14, 1945]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner discussing a statement from Stone, Phipps & Dibrell regarding telephone and telegram expenses incurred in matters related to the Medical Branch, including lobbying efforts and the appointment of new Regents. He also hopes that ex-Senator Carl Lovelady will be retained to help keep the Medical Branch out of political disputes. A bill introduced by Senator Mauritz concerning the Medical Branch has sparked controversy, and there is a desire to resolve these issues so work at the branch can continue smoothly.
Date: February 14, 1945
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner, February 1, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner, February 1, 1945]

Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner informing Mr. Kemper that he has drawn a draft for $200.00 to cover his hotel expenses and apologizes for having to do so.
Date: February 1, 1945
Creator: Lovelady, Karl L.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Three copies of a Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. Evetts Haley, February 16, 1945] (open access)

[Three copies of a Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. Evetts Haley, February 16, 1945]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. Evetts Haley discussing a resolution introduced by Senator Mauritz that would allow the Medical College to be relocated to a larger city. He expresses opposition to the resolution and feels it is not in the best interests of the Medical College or the state.
Date: February 16, 1945
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from I. H. Kempner to Karl L. Lovelady, February 19, 1945] (open access)

[Telegram from I. H. Kempner to Karl L. Lovelady, February 19, 1945]

Telegram sent by I. H. Kempner to Karl L. Lovelady saying Retel is not necessary for Lovelady to come to Galveston.
Date: February 19, 1945
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. Evetts Haley, February 21, 1945] (open access)

[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 I. H. Kempner to Mayor George Fraser, M. H. Royston and J. G. Tompkins, February 21, 1945] (open access)

[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 Howard Brooks to I. H. Kempner, February 28, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Howard Brooks to I. H. Kempner, February 28, 1945]

Letter from Howard Brooks to I. H. Kempner discussing efforts to influence the location of the Medical School mentioned in Senate Joint Resolution No. 12. He has spoken with Dr. Webb Walker and other influential figures, including Senator Martin and Mr. John B. Mills, to ensure that the University Board of Regents and the Legislature oppose any changes to the school's location.
Date: February 28, 1945
Creator: Brooks, Howard
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Roy Miller to I. H. Kempner, February 28, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Roy Miller to I. H. Kempner, February 28, 1945]

Letter from Roy Miller to I. H. Kempner discussing his recent activities, including taking time off after the River and Harbor Bill passed and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee approved the Water Treaty. He expresses his reservations about a proposal to move the Medical Department of the University away from Galveston, citing the state’s substantial investment in its facilities there as a reason to maintain its location.
Date: February 28, 1945
Creator: Miller, Roy
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, February 2, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, February 2, 1945]

Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner requesting to know what land Kempner has for sale and wanting to hear about the Hillel Building committee meeting in Austin.
Date: February 2, 1945
Creator: Feld, Mose M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, February 3, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, February 3, 1945]

Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner explaining that he will most likely be in Galveston on Thursday, February 8, 1945.
Date: February 3, 1945
Creator: Feld, Mose M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mose M. Feld, February 3, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mose M. Feld, February 3, 1945]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mose M. Feld explaining that he would rather discuss the topics mentioned in his last letter in person if Feld will be in Galveston next week.
Date: February 3, 1945
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Fred F. Florence to I. H. Kempner, February 3, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Fred F. Florence to I. H. Kempner, February 3, 1945]

Letter from Fred F. Florence to I. H. Kempner enclosing a letter addressed to Rabbi Friedman that explains that he sent a letter to a number of people in Dallas to hopefully solicit more funding for the Hillel Building Fund.
Date: February 3, 1945
Creator: Florence, Fred F.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Eugene M. Solow to I. H. Kempner, February 5, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Eugene M. Solow to I. H. Kempner, February 5, 1945]

Letter from Eugene M. Solow to I. H. Kempner explaining that he will follow Kempner's suggestion and not discuss the plans or tentative elevation with George Dahl. He also proposes a series of quota adjustments for towns across Texas.
Date: February 5, 1945
Creator: Solow, Eugene M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, February 6, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, February 6, 1945]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner discussing a brochure to be sent out to solicit more donations, the new quota for Corsicana, and Sol Brachman's new position of co-chairman of the Hillel Fund.
Date: February 6, 1945
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, February 6, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, February 6, 1945]

Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner stating that he received Kempner's letter and will see him in Galveston on Thursday.
Date: February 6, 1945
Creator: Feld, Mose M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. M. Solow to I. H. Kempner, February 10, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from E. M. Solow to I. H. Kempner, February 10, 1945]

Letter from Eugene M. Solow to I. H. Kempner explaining that Julius Schepps had decided to divide his contribution up among three area hospitals but he promises that his friends and him will contribute to the matter personally.
Date: February 10, 1945
Creator: Solow, Eugene M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, February 12, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, February 12, 1945]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner explaining that he will make the increased offer to the land owner of the potential lot for the Hillel building in Austin, rejoicing over the pledges for $1,000.00 and discussing the responses from B'nai B'rith Lodges. He also mentions Mr. Scheppps decision to donate the Liquor Dealers Fund to local hospitals in the area. He agrees to make personal donations to the fund instead.
Date: February 12, 1945
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, February 14, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, February 14, 1945]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman discussing the lodge responses he received and pledges in Dallas and Houston.
Date: February 14, 1945
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, February 17, 1945] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, February 17, 1945]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan discussing the next meeting of the committee to be held in Galveston. He states that he would not feel comfortable attending if he cannot make a report on Galveston's contributions. He hopes to arrange a meeting between him, Zinn, and Nathan in the coming week.
Date: February 17, 1945
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History