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[Servicemen arriving in Austin]

Servicemen departing buses and walking south from Bowen Trailways Motor Coaches at 708 Brazos. Moonlight tower visible at corner of 8th and Brazos.
Date: October 2, 1944
Creator: Bock, Carl Edward
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Selective Service System Itinerary for T. N. Carswell - October, 1944] (open access)

[Selective Service System Itinerary for T. N. Carswell - October, 1944]

An itinerary for Thomas N. Carswell, Clerical Audit Supervisor, for work in District 7-B from October 1, 1944 through October 17, 1944. The reverse side includes a blank form (2 pages).
Date: October 1944
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Selective Service System Itinerary for T. N. Carswell - October 28, 1944] (open access)

[Selective Service System Itinerary for T. N. Carswell - October 28, 1944]

A revised itinerary for Thomas N. Carswell for Special work engaged in on the dates of October 28, 1944 through November 10, 1944. The itinerary is approved and signed by L. M. Fellbaum, Major, Q. M. C., Chief, Field Division. Second page is a duplicate unsigned copy.
Date: October 28, 1944
Creator: Fellbaum, L. M.
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to Fred Florence, October 17, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to Fred Florence, October 17, 1944]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to Fred Florence discussing the Texas State Conference of B'nai Brith and the new building at University of Texas that was discussed.
Date: October 17, 1944
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 19, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 19, 1944]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner enclosing a signature card for Kempner to countersign the checks of the Hillel Building Fund. He explains that he will be writing a personal letter to all the pledges advising them how to make out their contributions. He also discusses other matters such as a building plan and statement of purposes.
Date: October 19, 1944
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 23, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 23, 1944]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner explaining that he had not received a response from Mr. Florence about the Hillel Building Fund campaign. He also notes that Mr. Mose Feld has accepted the co-chairmanship for Houston and had asked Mr. S. H. Fagadau to represent his area of Texas. Finally, he explains that he will write to Harry Caplan to arrange a meeting at the Baker Hotel.
Date: October 23, 1944
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 23, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 23, 1944]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner explaining that the list of pledges he sent Kempner last week had an error. The pledge of the Fort Bend Lodge was $250.00 not $25.00.
Date: October 23, 1944
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 25, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, October 25, 1944]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner discussing a new Dallas co-chairman, when he will arrive at the meeting at the Baker Hotel, and the importance of religious teaching and lectures.
Date: October 25, 1944
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
The State Observer (Austin, Tex.), Vol. 38, No. 23, Ed. 1 Monday, October 9, 1944 (open access)

The State Observer (Austin, Tex.), Vol. 38, No. 23, Ed. 1 Monday, October 9, 1944

Weekly newspaper from Austin, Texas covering state and local politics and legal notices.
Date: October 9, 1944
Creator: Holcomb, Paul B.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Copy of Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. N. Blanton, October 8, 1944] (open access)

[Copy of Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. N. Blanton, October 8, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. N. Blanton responding to a letter from Blanton about the University of Texas Medical School, noting its high standing despite Dr. Rainey's criticisms. He believes the state owes support to improve the medical college. He is sending out folders for advocacy and invites Blanton to help distribute them, especially to Houston representatives.
Date: October 8, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred F. Florence, October 25, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred F. Florence, October 25, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred F. Florence letting Florence know that he approves his petitions and discussing the various committees that Kempner is involved in.
Date: October 26, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Florence, November 1, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Florence, November 1, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Harry Caplan encouraging him to take the co-chairman position and requesting the initials and address of Mr. Tonkin and Mr. Grossman so that he may thank them for their invitation to the luncheon that he enjoyed.
Date: October 27, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Florence, October 24, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Florence, October 24, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred Florence inviting him to the upcoming conference and attempting to ascertain if he will be donating to the foundation.
Date: October 24, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 3, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 3, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady updating him on a mailing campaign involving 1,000 folders concerning the University of Texas Medical School and discusses a recent statement by Dr. Rainey about not relocating the college. He emphasizes the importance of legislative engagement and suggests an impending constitutional amendment.
Date: October 3, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl T. Lovelady, October 10, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl T. Lovelady, October 10, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl T. Lovelady acknowledging not having received a written report from Lovelady but has gotten wires on Monday, which leads them to believe Lovelady has been busy at home. He agrees that it is understandable given the circumstances and expresses a wish to speak with Lovelady either in Austin or Meridian on the coming Friday or Saturday.
Date: October 18, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton Friedman, October 18, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton Friedman, October 18, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton Friedman discussing potential chairmen for the Hillel Committee, a draft of a statement of purpose and need for the building, and a discussion about how a new building would help eliminate some anti-Semitism on campus.
Date: October 18, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, October 20, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, October 20, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman suggesting that the secretary of the committee be someone who lives in Austin. He also discusses the list of pledges received from a meeting in Galveston, and Mr. Jesse Oppenheimer and Mr. Jake Karotkin's pledge to raise $6,000 dollars for their community.
Date: October 20, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, October 24, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, October 24, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Newton J. Friedman explaining that he is making reservations to be in Dallas next Tuesday. He asks if the other chairmen have been notified and asks if a co-chairman should be appointed for Forth Worth, Waco, and Beaumont. He also mentions some questions that interested parties have about the Hillel organization.
Date: October 24, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, October 26, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, October 26, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Newton J. Friedman discussing a letter he wrote to Fred Florence, congratulating Kempner on the letter he plans to send to students. He also discusses a growing need for a Dallas co-chairman.
Date: October 26, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. N. Blanton, October 5, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. N. Blanton, October 5, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. N. Blanton refuting criticisms of the University of Texas Medical School and discusses efforts to engage the Texas Legislature for its support. He emphasizes the school's funding and quality, includes advocacy materials for distribution, and encourages action to influence legislative support.
Date: October 5, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 11, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 11, 1944]

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Karl L. Lovelady discussing a clipping he received from the Clipping Bureau and a report from the University of Texas Board of Regents regarding the Medical College.
Date: October 11, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 30, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 30, 1944]

Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady requesting that the latter stop making trips to do interviews.
Date: October 30, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to C. D. Leake, October 21, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to C. D. Leake, October 21, 1944]

Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to C. D. Leake attaching a paper " The State Observer " published in Austin which he thought he might be interested in.
Date: October 21, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 3, 1944] (open access)

[Telegram from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, October 3, 1944]

Telegram sent by I. H. Kempner to Senator Lovelady saying thousands of folders are being mailed to him.
Date: October 3, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History