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[Letter from Mary Ann Hague to T. N. Carswell - May 19, 1962]
Letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mary Ann Hague dated May 19, 1962. Hague expresses her appreciation for the flowers inviting Carswell to visit if in Washington.
Date:
May 19, 1962
Creator:
Hague, Mary Ann
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Milton H. Comley - May 1, 1962]
A letter addressed to Mr. Milton H. Comley, Florist, Arlington, Virginia from T. N. Carswell, dated May 1, 1962. Carswell requests a flower delivery for the newly married Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Bartlett Hague, Jr. for when they arrive home. A sentiment which is to accompany the flower delivery offers congratulations, best wishes and ends with a quote from Sidney Lanier's "Song of the Chattahoochee". The reverse side of poem includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co.
Date:
May 1, 1962
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sydney C. Reagan to T. N. Carswell - May 12, 1955]
A letter to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Sydney C. Reagan, Arlington, Virginia, dated May 12, 1955. Reagan expresses his appreciation for the advice and guidance given to him by Carswell while he was in Abilene. He advises Carswell that he has accepted an offer from Southern Methodist University as a professor and that he enjoyed greatly their conversations.
Date:
May 12, 1955
Creator:
Reagan, Sydney C.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - December 28, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Milton Whiting, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated December 28, 1948. Whiting expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell and advises that there was no check enclosed as Carswell indicated and, therefore, he should enter a stop payment on it.
Date:
December 28, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - December 30, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Milton Whiting, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated December 30, 1948. Whiting expresses his appreciation to Carswell for the tie given to him for Christmas. He advises that he is returning the cancelled check and restates that Carswell owes nothing on the car.
Date:
December 30, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - January 4, 1947]
A letter to T. N. Carswell from Milton Whiting, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated January 4, 1947. Whiting expresses his appreciation to Carswell for the beautiful tie, advises that he and Nora enjoyed the letter and hope that he, Byrd and Peg are "getting along alright" ending with a wish to Carswell for a prosperous New Year.
Date:
January 4, 1947
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - February 18, 1946]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated February 18, 1946. Whiting acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises that a car may be available around May 1st providing more cars are manufactured. He lists three models and their approximate prices.
Date:
February 18, 1946
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Russell S. Stephens to T. N. Carswell - April 12, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Clifton Forge, Virginia from Russell S. Stephens, Abilene Printing & Stationery Co., dated April 12, 1938. Humorous gab regarding his own reaction to Charlie Barnes' oil deal. He expresses his dismay that Carswell has flu deeming it unwise to undertake a return trip until he has recovered. He advises that heavy snow killed the fruit but that in spite of the loss they "will have a fine year in West Texas". He expresses his hope that Carswell has an early recovery and returns soon "full of enthusiasm and zeal for your adopted West Texas home".
Date:
April 12, 1938
Creator:
Stephens, Russell S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Charles W. Barnes to T. N. Carswell - April 12, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Clifton Forge, Virginia from Chas. W. Barnes, dated April 12, 1938. Barnes advises Carswell that it is unwise to undertake a return trip after the flu until he has regained all his strength. He advises that the cold spell is causing slowed business, that the snow is not damaging the crops but did kill the fruit and gardens and then dangles a few remarks regarding a business deal he made assuring that he will hold a part of it for Carswell if he is interested.
Date:
April 12, 1938
Creator:
Barnes, C. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to the American Security Council - November 28, 1970]
A letter addressed to the American Security Council, Culpeper, Virginia, from T. N. Carswell, dated November 28, 1970. Carswell discusses the November 16 issue of the Washington Report regarding the formation of local councils or committiees urging that those measures be initiated soon.
Date:
November 28, 1970
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[American Security Council Washington Report Operation Alert - Interim Report]
A report from the American Security Council, Washington, DC, dated November 16, 1970. The report is labeled "WR 70-21 - Operation Alert - Interim Report.
Date:
November 16, 1970
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - February 16, 1949]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated February 16, 1949. Whiting advises that he has enclosed the invoice for the tires and tubes assuring of their quality, that he filled in Carswell's check for $66.20, gives a guarantee on material and workmanship and comments on the spring-like weather hoping they will have no winter.
Date:
February 16, 1949
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - March 10, 1949]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated March 10, 1949. Whiting addresses the steps needed for registering Carswell's car in his own name and regrets this trouble caused him by Whiting having not investigated first.
Date:
March 10, 1949
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - November 27, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Milton [Milton Whiting], Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated November 27, 1948. Whiting acknowledges his receipt of Carswell's letter and check noting that he will have approximately 1000 miles on the car to have it broken in and explains regarding the care of the car. He requests that when Carswell comes for the car that he be given "a day or two's notice" so he will not be "out of place".
Date:
November 27, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - February 12, 1949]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated February 12, 1949. Whiting acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell in reference to tires and tubes for his old Buick. He advises that he is shipping four tires and tubes, relays the cost and recommends using the best of his old set as the spare.
Date:
February 12, 1949
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - November 16, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated November 16, 1948. Whiting apologizes for not sending yesterday's letter by air mail but that he needed to note, also, that they will be away November 24th-November 26th and to let him know when he will be there to pick up the car.
Date:
November 16, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for 1948 Fleetmaster from Wood Chevrolet Company; sold to Whiting Oil Company]
An invoice addressed to Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia from Wood Chevrolet Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated November 5, 1948. 1948 Fleetmaster 4-door. Total cost is $1558.71.
Date:
November 5, 1948
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - November 5, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated November 5, 1948. Whiting acknowledges his receipt of Carswell's letter and check and asks about Byrd and her broken arm. He advises that he has Carswell's car which is a black 4-door Chevrolet sedan and describes breaking it in. He explains details regarding the registration of the vehicle and the emphasizes the confidentiality of the sale. He advises that he will be adding a hot water heater and servicing it, and, also, of the requirements regarding a rust inhibitor and of the estimated cost of the car.
Date:
November 5, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - November 15, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated November 15, 1948. Whiting advises of the enclosed copy of an invoice for the car which totals $1,558.71. He advises that the car has 400 miles on it and that he will break it in more to suit Carswell but assures that it will be in great condition after Carswell drives it home. Enclosure included an inoice addressed to Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia from Wood Chevrolet Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia dated November 5, 1948. 1948 Fleetmaster 4-door. Total cost is $1558.71.
Date:
November 15, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - August 12, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated August 12, 1948. Whiting advises that he should have a car this week and will have it ready for Peggy and mother to take back. They look forward to seeing Peggy and Byrdie and wish that Carswell could come with them. Postscript by Whiting advises that he sent to Mr. Price the notice concerning Earlie's estate.
Date:
August 12, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - May 10, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated May 10, 1948. Whiting expresses his disappointment that he has not yet come across a car of the type that Carswell wants, describes his business as too good which makes for a shortage of supply of vehicles but that gasoline is short there making business not much of a pleasure. He advises that Nora had not been well but is better and hopes that Carswell, Byrdie and Peggy will visit.
Date:
May 10, 1948
Creator:
Whiting, Milton
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Railway Express Agency, Incorporated Uniform Express Receipt: Shipped from A. N. Carswell to Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Whiting]
A railway receipt from the Railway Express Agency Office, Clifton Forge, Va., Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Whiting. Forwarding Office - Homerville, Ga., A. N. Carswell, dated December 8, 1942. One bag of pecans.
Date:
December 8, 1942
Creator:
Carswell, A. N.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Annie C. Whiteside to T. N. Carswell - April 1, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Annie C. Whiteside, Registrar, Randolph-Macon Woman's College, Lynchburg, Virginia, dated April 1, 1942. Whiteside acknowledges the receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises that "in view of the very uncertain conditions at the present time" she understands his unwillingness to make a room deposit for Peggy Anne this far in advance. She explains the necessity of the deposit but assures him of a place for returning students, only no choice of rooms.
Date:
April 1, 1942
Creator:
Whiteside, Annie C.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Official Notice from the Registrar's Office of Randolph-Macon Woman's College]
An official notice from the Registrar's Office of Randolph-Macon Woman's College, Lynchburg, Virginia, dated March 20, 1942. Advisement of the date due for the reservation fee required to select a room for the 1942-1943 session.
Date:
March 20, 1942
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History