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[Telegram from T. N. Carswell and Owen Ellis to The President, The White House - August 2, 1941]
A Postal Telegram sent to The President, The White House, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, Post Commander and Owen Ellis, Post Adjutant, dated August 2, 1941. An affirmation of the support given by the membership of the Parramore Post of the President's recommendation to retain in the service indefinitely the National Guard units and Selectees already in training and ask him to spare them "no task or sacrifices now necessary for the adequate arming and defense of the nation" and state, "The policy of appeasement and 'soft soap' has brought only disappointment and destruction to those indulging in it. Therefore, we say away with appeasement and appeasers, together with isolationists and objectors of every tint."
Date:
August 2, 1941
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood) & Ellis, Owen
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John H. Hewlett to T. N. Carswell - August 10, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Secretary-Manager, Abilene Chamber of Commerce, from John H. Hewlett, Colleen Moore's Doll House, Atlanta, Georgia, dated August 10, 1938. Hewlett expresses his regret that Carswell is retiring from the Chamber of Commerce before he can route the Doll House to Abilene.
Date:
August 10, 1938
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood) & Hewlett, John H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Joseph T. Zottoli - August 9, 1945]
A letter written to Judge Joseph T. Zottoli, Associate Justice, Boston Municipal Court, Boston, Massachussetts, from T. N. Carswell, dated August 9, 1945. Carswell requests a copy of a report by Zottoli pertaining to a study in Massachusetts in order to do a comparable study in Texas.
Date:
August 9, 1945
Creator:
Carswell, Thomas Norwood
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Paxton Residence, Abilene, Texas: Elevations
Elevation plan for a home commissioned by Mr. G. B. Paxton in Abilene, Texas. It includes the north and south elevations.
Date:
August 8, 1919
Creator:
Castle, David S.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Paxton Residence, Abilene, Texas: Elevations and Details
Architectural plan for a home commissioned by Mr. G. B. Paxton in Abilene, Texas. It includes the rear (west) and front (east) elevations as well as full size details and typical wall section.
Date:
August 8, 1919
Creator:
Castle, David S.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Paxton Residence, Abilene, Texas: Floor and Roof Plans
Architectural plan for a home commissioned by Mr. G. B. Paxton in Abilene, Texas. It includes a detailed floor plan, a roof plan, door and window schedules, and plumbing and electrical codes.
Date:
August 8, 1919
Creator:
Castle, David S.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Paxton Residence, Abilene, Texas: Foundation Plan
Architectural plan for a home commissioned by Mr. G. B. Paxton in Abilene, Texas. It includes a foundation plan, elevations, and sections.
Date:
August 8, 1919
Creator:
Castle, David S.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Radford Hotel, Abilene, Texas: Mechanical Plan for the First Level
Mechanical plan for the first level of a hotel and garage commissioned by J. M. and O. E. Radford in Abilene, Texas. It includes a large drawing of the first level floor plan with notations concerning the plumbing, gas, and electrical work; there are two lists at the top of the sheet that explain the symbols used within the drawing.
Date:
August 6, 1921
Creator:
Castle, David S.
Object Type:
Technical Drawing
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. Ray Causseaux to Truett Latimer, August 13, 1961]
Letter from Mrs. Ray Causseaux to Truett Latimer asking that he vote against House Bill 2, the bill to delay state payments to the teacher's retirement fund.
Date:
August 13, 1961
Creator:
Causseaux, Mrs. Ray
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Community Bulletin (Abilene, Texas), No. 1, Saturday, August 19, 1967
Weekly newspaper reports on church and community events, civil rights, political races, educational changes, and the job market. Regular feature highlights famous African Americans in history. Includes editorial.
Date:
August 19, 1967
Creator:
Caver, Howard & Caver, Clara
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Community Bulletin (Abilene, Texas), No. 2, Saturday, August 26, 1967
Weekly newspaper reports on church and community events, civil rights, political races, educational changes, and the job market. Regular feature highlights famous African Americans in history. Includes editorial.
Date:
August 26, 1967
Creator:
Caver, Howard & Caver, Clara
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Community Bulletin (Abilene, Texas), No. 47, Saturday, August 31, 1968
Weekly newspaper reports on church and community events, civil rights, political races, educational changes, and the job market. Regular feature highlights famous African Americans in history. Includes editorial.
Date:
August 31, 1968
Creator:
Caver, Howard & Caver, Clara
Object Type:
Newspaper
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Floyd Chaffin to T. N. Carswell - August 24, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Floyd Chaffin, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Coleman, Texas, dated August 24, 1942. Chaffin acknowledges the receipt of the letter from Carswell regarding the effort to drive out the liquor traffic, expresses his desire to present the matter to the association and requests from Carswell a definite plan to follow as to how he thinks best to "go about it".
Date:
August 24, 1942
Creator:
Chaffin, Floyd
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Betty Christian to Walter A. Gordon - August 11, 1953]
A letter written to Mr. Walter A. Gordon, Administrator, Interstate Parole Compact, Sacramento 14, California, from Howard Carney, Administrator (by Betty Christian, Chief, Parole Division), Department of State, Texas, dated August 11, 1953. Christian advises Gordon regarding a monthly report and the recommedation for Final Discharge for Subject 17095. Typewritten at the bottom of the page is correspondence from B Christian [Betty Christian] to Mr. Carswell expressing her appreciation for his letter of recommendation for the above Subject and for his assistance.
Date:
August 11, 1953
Creator:
Christian, Betty
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Betty Christian to Walter A. Gordon - August 12, 1953]
A letter written to Mr. Walter A. Gordon, Administrator, Interstate Parole Compact, Sacramento 14, California, from Howard Carney, Administrator, Interstate Parole Compact (by Betty Christian, Chief, Parole Division), Department of State, Texas, dated August 12, 1953. Christian acknowleges receipt of the letter from Gordon regarding Subject 9803 - A, and advises Gordon of the Subject being granted a Certificate of Discharge and that the Subject's file will be closed. Typewritten at the bottom of the page is correspondence from B C [Betty Christian] to Mr. Carswell requesting he close his files on the case and the Certificate of Discharge be given to Subject.
Date:
August 12, 1953
Creator:
Christian, Betty
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ben W. Clyatt to Truett Latimer, August 10, 1959]
Letter from Ben W. Clyatt to Truett Latimer; He shows appreciation for Mr. Latimer's work pertaining to the sales tax and briefly talks about the farm and veterinary group.
Date:
August 10, 1959
Creator:
Clyatt, Ben W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. M. Collier to T. N. Carswell - August 28, 1962]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated August 28, 1962. The letter contains a notification by Collier of a meeting of the Board of Trustees which has been called by Mr. Anderson. Dinner will be served.
Date:
August 28, 1962
Creator:
Collier, E. M.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Status Report Regarding a Veteran's Hospital in Texas]
A report by T. N. Carswell and E. M. Collier on behalf of the Abilene Chamber of Commerce (Abilene, Texas) on the current status regarding a Veterans Hospital in Texas based on information gained while at Washington, dated August 31, 1944
Date:
August 31, 1944
Creator:
Collier, E. M. & Carswell, Thomas Norwood
Object Type:
Report
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bill M. Collins to Truett Latimer, August 26, 1959]
Letter from Bill M. Collins to Truett Latimer; He explains why there is a charge for camping at Abilene State Park.
Date:
August 26, 1959
Creator:
Collins, Bill M.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Senator Tom Connally to T. N. Carswell - August 15, 1941]
A letter addressed to Mr. Thomas N. Carswell, Post Commander, Parramore Post 57, Abilene, Texas, from Tom Connally, United States Senate, dated August 15, 1941. Connally expresses his appreciation for his letter and the copy of the telegram Carswell sent to the President. He advises Carswell of his own support of the bill to extend the service of selectees and his disapproval of the propaganda being sent out under Senator Wheeler's sponsorship.
Date:
August 15, 1941
Creator:
Connally, Tom
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Interview with Millie Cooper, August 29, 1985
Interview with Millie Cooper, coauthor of the book "Aerobics for Women," and wife of Kenneth Cooper of the Cooper Clinic. In the interview, she discusses the movement toward wellness and physical fitness in America, as well as her faith and position as a Christian role model.
Date:
August 29, 1985
Creator:
Cooper, Millie & McCaleb, Gary
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Transfer of Title Between D.B. Corley and K.K. Legett]
Legal document written by D.B. Corley concerning a transfer of rights to two books, "Lives of the Twelve Apostles" and "A Visit to Uncle Tom's Cabin," and two patents, No. 492143 and No. 495252.
Date:
August 23, 1894
Creator:
Corley, D. B.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Copy of Deed Transfer from William M. Cunningham to to L.L. Alexander]
Legal document transferring a land deed from William M. Cunningham to L.L. Alexander.
Date:
August 29, 1884
Creator:
Cunningham, William M.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. Rosa Belle Curtis to Truett Latimer, August 18, 1960]
Letter from Mrs. Rosa Belle Curtis to Truett Latimer asking for information about getting a job for John.
Date:
August 18, 1960
Creator:
Curtis, Mrs. Rosa Belle
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History