Letter from Democratic National Campaign Committee to Russell Alexander thanking him for all his recent work with the Democratic National Party on the “New Deal”. In the top left corner on the back of the page is an orange and white sticker.

Newspaper clipping regarding the efficiency of the Colorado Legislature which planned its legislative program in advance. A short commentary is typed above the clipping.

Letter from D. Lamont to Alex Bradford discussing the lack of an appointment for the position of a distributor for the South Texas area. At the time of writing this correspondence, Mr. Lamont hopes that a distributor should be appointed within thirty days.

Letter from the Chicago Concrete Breaking Company to Alex Bradford discussing the efficacy of hydraulic cartridges within the field demolition. The results of the Chicago Concrete Breaking Co. was that hydraulic cartridges were simply too slow and ineffective when compared to pneumatic pavement breakers in locations where explosives were not plausible.

Letter from Jimmie Lederer to Alex Bradford on returning a call to Bradford. Couldn't respond at first since an assignment in Denton, TX kept him busy.

Letter from Alex Bradford to E. N. Jay Johnson discussing his experiences of the London blitz by the Germans during World War II. Mr. Bradford mentions that moral is high amidst the craters made by extensive bombing. Mr. Bradford also shares his thoughts on two (2) movies depicting this high moral, “England Can Take it” and “The Foreign Correspondent”. Finally, he touches on the Royal Air Force’s pushback against the German war machine.

Letter from Alex Bradford to Lieutenant and Mrs. Ray Starner describing the the current state of affairs that the author was experiencing, including: the London blitz, the moral of the troops on the ground, and the collective company of men opposing the Nazi regime.

Letter from Sgt. Alex Bradford to Mr. E. P. Lancashire discussing the best type of fog nozzle for large oil fires. Additionally Mr. Bradford recommends looking into a Mr. J. A. Eversden who has developed a new chemical for extinguishing incendiary bombs.

Letter from William J. Moses to Alex Bradford discussing recent news and events that have happened since Mr. Bradford has left for overseas action. News and events touched upon include: the election of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Tony Beacon being a thorn in Mr. Moses' side, the promotion of Mr. Moses to Gunnery Sergeant, and the news surrounding several officers at the Regal Office in Ottawa, Canada.

Letter from John G. to Alex Bradford discussing how a group almost destroyed oil wells in Romania and how John likes Canadians, for they've woken up his district.

Pamphlet containing a series of reprinted articles and other text related to business and being a successful salesman. There are two handwritten, circled "x"s in red pencil around the title of the first article.

Newspaper clipping memorializes Oscar Ameringer and discusses his political career. The back of the clipping contains an ad for Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Letter from Alex Bradford to the Fire Protection Engineering Department of the Standard Oil Company of California discussing Mr. Bradford's foreign experiences as a Fire Officer.

Letter from O. W. Johnson to Alex Bradford discussing that the letter for Mr. Max B. Anfenger has been received, however due to Mr. Angenger being out of the office for three (3) weeks he will reply upon his return. Mr. Johnson also mentions that if Mr. Bradford is in the area of Chicago, he might be able to meet Mr. Anfenger at the API Convention.

Letter from Alex Bradford to A. E. Hancock on seeing his son in North Africa. Doing well, very liked by all, and in best of health.

Magazine clipping recounting the story of how an American tugboat, the "Intent," traveled from Port Arthur to Massawa during WWII to open a bottleneck for the 8th Army and save North Africa for the Allies. Some parts of the article have handwritten notes and underlining. The back of the second page has text from portions of other articles and advertisements.

Letter from Harry J. Wirth to Alex Bradford discussing personal updates, including a visit from John Adams, his job aspirations, and a talk with Alex's family.

Letter from Alex Bradford to Charles E. Dawson discussing documents Bradford has reviewed and is returning to Mr. Dawson. He doesn't specialize in the work that was asked of him and apologies for the delay.

Letter from Alex Bradford to William J. Moses acknowledging the receipt of Mr. Moses' previous letters and apologizing for the delayed response due to the constant traveling throughout Asia and Africa. Mr. Bradford provides a brief update on his family and their locations. Finally, after giving a brief update on his current appointed position asks about Mr. Moses' life.

Letter from Alex Bradford to Ken Sclater discussing Mr. Bradford's interactions with various oil professionals throughout Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Additionally Mr. Bradford addresses Mr. Sclater's fire suppression equipment suggestions.

Letter from Alex Bradford to Larry L. Boyd answering Larry's question about his overseas work that he's been doing. Wasn't much to tell, all that matters is winning the war, everything else comes second.

Letter from Alex Bradford to Lieutenant Ed. J. Nolan discussing the recent life events that have occurred around Mr. Bradford's life, and the excitement surrounding the Mack and Bean high-pressure fire trucks.

Letter from Bill Moses to Alex Bradford discussing various local news stories, and the international war efforts. Mr. Moses wonders where Alex Bradford had wandered off to after he had last heard from him. Mr. Moses touches upon some of the local news within his area by mentioning mutual friends before informing Mr. Bradford that his Ottawa residence has been destroyed in a fire resulting in the death of a Colonel. Finally, Mr. Moses mentions that he is elated that Mr. Bradford has joined the USAAF working in the oil fields that come under attack.

Clipping of an article "Condensed from The Kiwanis Magazine" providing anecdotes and suggestions from minister Ziegler about how to respect others and get along. The final page is the start of another article, which has been marked out with red pencil.