A certificate issued by The State of Texas. T. N. Carswell is commissioned Chairman of the Taylor County Voluntary Parole Board by Beauford H. Jester, Governor of Texas, Paul H. Brown, Secretary of State dated June 11, 1948.

A commission by the Governor of the State of Texas, appointing Thomas Norwood Carswell to the rank of Major, in the Texas State Guard Reserve Corps, dated October 5, 1948 and signed by K. L. Berry, The Adjutant General.

A deposit receipt from The Farmers & Merchants National Bank of Abilene, Texas, deposited for credit of T. N. Carswell, dated January 21, 1948.

A draft of an invitation to the dedication of the Hunter Memorial Hall, Hardin-Simmons University, dated September 24, 1948. The text reads, "THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF HARDIN-SIMMONS UNIVERSITY REQUESTS THE HONOR OF YOUR PRESENCE AT THE DEDICATION OF HUNTER MEMORIAL HALL ERECTED TO THE MEMORY OF JESSE C. HUNTER AND MADE POSSIBLE BY THE OIL INDUSTRY OF AMERICA."

A form letter from Rupert N. Richardson, President, Hardin-Simmons University dated September 29, 1948. Richardson advises of a meeting of the Board which has been called by President Wright.

A form letter addressed to Stockholders of Abilene Improvement Co., from W. G. Swenson, Abilene, Texas, dated March 30, 1948. Swenson advises that there have been indications of interest in buying the Abilene Improvement Company property weighing the possible profits and requests an indication if interested in selling.

A document containing an evaluation and assessment of an inmate from the Guidance Center, Northern Branch, San Quentin Prison, dated October 15, 1948. 6 pages.

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.

A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from C. Kenneth Hill, Jr., Executive Ex-Students Secretary, Hardin-Simmons University dated November 2, 1948. Reminder regarding a meeting to be held on November 27 at Mac Eplen's Drive-In of the Ex-Students associational officers and board of directors. Carswell and his committee are requested to bring before the group that is being called to meet, their recommendation which was discussed in a previous meeting with the executive officers. Carswell makes a handwritten notation dated December 2, 1948 advising that the attached proposal has not been acted upon as of today

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Walter G. Jennings, Manager Southwestern Region, Frigidare Division, General Motors Corporation dated June 16, 1948. Jennings replies to the letter from Carswell dated June 14 regarding the request made for his approval to publish his address made to the Exes of Hardin-Simmons University. He advises of an attached copy of a letter which he addressed to Dr. Richardson. Typewritten on business letterhead bearing SURVEY BOND watermark.

A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Allen N. Carswell, Homerville, Georgia, dated October 7, 1948. Allen Carswell expresses his sympathy for the condition that Eula is in, noting that she has not ever listened to him nor to any of the family and that her son had better try and do something for his mother to take care of her. He dissertates on his family, after marrying, as "having had lots of sickness" and about how much money he has always spent on them. Allen advises, in a postscript, that he is sending fifty dollars to Eula.

A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Arthur Du Laney, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Roswell, New Mexico dated November 13, 1948. Du Laney advises of his approval regarding the proposed Planning Commission.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Callie R. Bevill dated November 22, 1948. Bevill advises of her approval of the proposed Planning Commission, H. S. U. Ex. Students Association.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Agency, from Coke R. Stevenson, Stevenson Ranch, Junction, Texas, dated January 14, 1948. Stevenson expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell dated January 2 and for his assurance of friendship and assistance. "No man can succeed politically without a host of good friends who are willing to aid the efforts he puts forth to become acquainted with the voters." Stevenson expresses his appreciation for the knowledge that "so many people are willing to lend a helping hand" and advises Carswell of his hope of seeing him while in his community, that he will be glad to have "the benefit of his suggestions and advice".

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Coke R. Stevenson, 256-8 Driskill Hotel, Austin, Texas, dated July 29, 1948. Stevenson expresses his appreciation for the fine support Carswell gave to him before the First Primary and that he feels certain their victory is assured in the Second Primary.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Coke R. Stevenson, Austin, Texas, dated May 7, 1948. Stevenson announces that he has opened his campaign headquarters and is actively campaigning for the office of United States Senator. "I shall be glad to have a letter from you and any suggestions you may have as to how I can best advance my cause in your community."

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Coke R. Stevenson, Austin, Texas, dated May 20, 1948. Confirmation from Stevenson that the suggestions contained in the recent letter from Carswell have been very helpful and the advisement of how those suggestions have been implemented. He requests that Carswell keep him informed as to his "situation" in that section of the State.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from D. Chenoweth?, San Angelo Standard-Times, San Angelo, Texas, dated May 31, 1945. Chenoweth replies to Carswell expressing his appreciation for the letter regarding his 25 years with the Standard-Times.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated February 24, 1948. Collier acknowledges receipt of the contribution from Carswell to the building fund.

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Edward B. Dunford, Attorney, The Anti-Saloon League of America, Washington, D. C., dated February 10, 1948. Dunford explains how Alcholics Anonymous began, the origin and purposes of the group and the National Committee forming as an outgrowth of the Yale School of Alcohol Studies.

A letter written to Norwood [T. N. Carswell] from Eula C. [Eula Clark], Albuquerque, New Mexico. Eula advises that the Red Cross has lots of red tape about things but that they have helped and explains regarding the Insurance Company claim. She advises of having no word from Jr. since she sent Carswell Jr.'s letter but that Bishop sent sixty dollars. She then asks Carswell for his opinion of Jr.

A letter written to Norwood [T. N. Carswell] from Eula [Eula Clark], Albuquerque, New Mexico. Eula acknowledges her receipt of Carswell's letter, explains her travel options and requests only seventy-five dollars due to how the Red Cross works by wire. She advises of the help she has for packing and that she "will let him know where and why next week".

A letter written to Norwood [T. N. Carswell] from Eula [Eula Clark]. Eula acknowledges the receipt of a check noting that Peggy sent it and discusses "insurance". She describes having a white reindeer in a miniature forest on a silver box and decorating with it for Christmas and wishes she could also bake a cake.

A letter written to Norwood [T. N. Carswell] from Eula [Eula Clark], Milner Hotel, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Eula expresses her appreciation for the money, that it saved the day. She advises Carswell that Jr. is moving her so she will be in Columbia by Thursday and explains the ultimatum made by the Insurance Company to accept the $500 offered or lose everything.