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[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 22, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 22, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Newton J. Friedman thanking him for his recent letter and requesting that Friedman be in touch with Kempner when he reaches Galveston.
Date: December 22, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to William Zinn, December 21, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to William Zinn, December 21, 1944]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to William Zinn explaining Kempner's request that Zinn take the role of co-chairman to represent Galveston in the B'nai B'rith Hillel Building Fundraiser. He also suggests procedures for soliciting donations.
Date: December 21, 1944
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, December 21, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, December 21, 1944]

Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner enclosing a copy of a letter he sent to William Zinn. He also wishes Kempner a happy birthday and discusses potential plans for Rabbi and Mrs. Friedman to visit Galveston on an upcoming trip.
Date: December 21, 1944
Creator: Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mose M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 21, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Mose M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 21, 1944]

Letter from Mose M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman enclosing a check from Simon Sakowitz for The University of Texas B'nai B'rith Hillel Building Fund.
Date: December 21, 1944
Creator: Feld, Mose M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 19, 1944] (open access)

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

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman suggesting that Rabbi write a letter to William Zinn asking about his progress as the Galveston area co-chairman. He also explains that he will not be able to meet the Rabbi in Houston on January 14th due to his birthday plans, previous commitments to deliver an address on the 16th in Galveston and, his refusal to make plans on Saturday afternoons and Sundays due to his old age.
Date: December 19, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, December 18, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner, December 18, 1944]

Letter from Mose M. Feld to I. H. Kempner attaching a copy of a letter he sent to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman. He deems this letter self-explanatory.
Date: December 18, 1944
Creator: Feld, Mose M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mose M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 18, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Mose M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 18, 1944]

Letter from Mose M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman enclosing the checks he had collected for the B'nai B'rith Hillel Building Fund. The total collected by Feld so far is $4,495.00. He also mentions that he will continue to raise money but feels that the quota of $20,000.00 for Houston is unrealistic.
Date: December 18, 1944
Creator: Feld, Mose M.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, December 18, 1944] (open access)

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

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman explaining that he instructed Mose Feld to send any checks he had received for the Hillel Building Campaign to Rabbi and reminding him to write Fred Florence with the instructions to mail the checks he has to Friedman.
Date: December 18, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundation at The University of Texas, November 2, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundation at The University of Texas, November 2, 1944]

Letter from B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundation at The University of Texas discussing the fund to build a new Hillel building and the significance of Hillel on college campuses.
Date: November 2, 1944
Creator: B'nai Brith Hillel Foundation
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John W. McCullough to I. H. Kempner, October 30, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from John W. McCullough to I. H. Kempner, October 30, 1944]

Letter from John W. McCullough to I. H. Kempner acknowledges Kempner's letter and the enclosed letter from Donald Merkle. He mentions coordinating with representatives in San Angelo and Fort Worth to address a subject of mutual interest.
Date: October 30, 1944
Creator: McCullough, John W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isabel Aicklen to I. H. Kempner, October 28, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Isabel Aicklen to I. H. Kempner, October 28, 1944]

Letter from Isabel Aicklen to I. H. Kempner acknowledging the receipt of Mr. I. H. Kempner's letter from October 26th and expresses gratitude for the one hundred copies of a new statement that were sent and arrived while Dr. Leake was in Houston.
Date: October 28, 1944
Creator: Aicklen, Isabel
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Fred F. Florence to I. H. Kempner, October 25, 1944] (open access)

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

Letter from Fred F. Florence to I. H. Kempner acknowledging receiving Kempner's letter and expresses a shared interest in the discussed matter. He explains his current commitments to fundraising projects in Dallas and regrets that he cannot undertake additional responsibilities, suggesting that someone more local and available would be better suited for the task.
Date: October 25, 1944
Creator: Florence, Fred F.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. W. Overton to I. H. Kempner, October 18, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from W. W. Overton to I. H. Kempner, October 18, 1944]

Letter from W. W. Overton to I. H. Kempner responding to Mr. I. H. Kempner regarding a brochure about the University of Texas Medical School prepared by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce. He expresses their intent to forward the brochure's contents to Senator Graves and other influential Dallas members as requested, despite the limitations of their own acquaintanceship.
Date: October 18, 1944
Creator: Overton, W. W.
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 Karl L. Lovelady, December 23, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl L. Lovelady, December 23, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl L. Lovelady addressing financial arrangements between a committee and Senator Karl L. Lovelady regarding his hotel bills and meals for December. The committee suggests a monthly retainer instead of covering incidental expenses, which may give an impression of lobbying. They propose $300.00 to cover what might be termed necessities, adjustable by either party with a thirty-day notice.
Date: December 23, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to W. N. Blanton, December 18, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to W. N. Blanton, December 18, 1944]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to W. N. Blanton thanking for a note of mimeographed statement from the Students Association. He also expresses uncertainty about its origin and mentions an enclosed letter sent to Senator Lovelady that may provide context.
Date: December 18, 1944
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Moise D. Levy, November 25, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Moise D. Levy, November 25, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Moise D. Levy acknowledging the receipt of a previous letter and shares their interest in the referenced medical college matters. He regrets his upcoming absence due to travel and discuss the challenges of promptly addressing the concerns due to dependent timing and existing commitments. He also mentions the intention to review and possibly disseminate information to graduates and expresses hope for sufficient time to publicize their efforts.
Date: November 25, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to C. D. Leake, November 25, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to C. D. Leake, November 25, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to C. D. Leake enclosing a copy of a previous correspondence with Dr. Moise Levy, discussing the impracticality and temporary nature of an organization proposition. He doubts the organization's ability to effectively manage and comply with the proposal due to its temporary status and expected large expenses.
Date: November 25, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner, November 20, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner, November 20, 1944]

Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner responding to Mr. I. H. Kempner regarding expense reimbursements. Senator Lovelady explains the final retainer amount he is submitting and notes that the Investigating Committee's report should conclude the following day. He mentions staying in Austin without claiming mileage and expresses confidence that the committee's efforts have been satisfactory.
Date: November 20, 1944
Creator: Lovelady, Karl L.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 15, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 15, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady inviting him to discuss with the Board of Control the future of a Psychopathic Hospital featured in a newspaper clipping. He mentions challenges related to the hospital's repairs and emphasizes the need to prioritize permanent cures in evaluating hospital performance. He also notes the new regents named in the press and suggests further discussion.
Date: November 15, 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, November 14, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 14, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady discussing a scheduled speech under the sponsorship of the University of Texas by a representative of the American Civil Liberties Union. He addresses concerns about the sponsorship's implications, especially concerning racial equality and social contacts between white and black people.
Date: November 14, 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, November 13, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 13, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady enclosing two clippings from the Galveston News and comments on Mr. Bullington's clear and convincing response to charges against Dr. Rainey. The letter also mentions Dr. Leake's upcoming addresses in Longview, Texas, suggesting that if Leake desires to be President of the University of Texas, efforts to attain that position have been minimal. It's suggested that if Leake's addresses in Longview are noteworthy, informing the Dallas News could ensure coverage.
Date: November 13, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from  I. H. Kempner to Chamber of Commerce, November 13, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chamber of Commerce, November 13, 1944]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chamber of Commerce regarding a payment discrepancy. He notes a double charge by Clarke & Courts and requests a corrected payment to them, along with a statement of total expenses incurred by the committee.
Date: November 13, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. W. Overton to I. H. Kempner, November 8, 1944] (open access)

[Letter from W. W. Overton to I. H. Kempner, November 8, 1944]

Letter from W. W. Overton to I. H. Kempner acknowledging the receipt of Kempner’s notes from the 1st and the 6th. He expresses appreciation for Kempner's understanding of time constraints during a recent visit to Dallas and regrets missing the opportunity for personal contact.
Date: November 8, 1944
Creator: Overton, W. W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History