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[Letter from Bernice Simmons to I. H. Kempner, December 10, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Bernice Simmons to I. H. Kempner, December 10, 1949]

Letter from Bernice Simmons to I. H. Kempner expressing gratitude from her and Mr. Simmons to Mr. Kempner and the Galveston Chamber of Commerce for the delightful dinner and hospitality shown during their visit to Galveston. She mentions that they will cherish the memories of their enjoyable stay and the courteous reception they received.
Date: December 10, 1949
Creator: Simmons, Bernice
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Edward B. Tucker to I. H. Kempner, November 30, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Edward B. Tucker to I. H. Kempner, November 30, 1949]

Letter from Edward B. Tucker to I. H. Kempner confirming that Mr. and Mrs. Tucker will accept the invitation to the dinner on December 9th. Edward Tucker expresses his pleasure in attending and looks forward to meeting old friends at the event.
Date: November 30, 1949
Creator: Tucker, Edward B.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Nora Darden to I. H. Kempner, December 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Nora Darden to I. H. Kempner, December 1949]

Letter from Nora Darden to I. H. Kempner expressing gratitude for the wonderful party hosted by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce for the Board of Regents. She contrasts this event with typical Chamber dinners, highlighting the charming company, excellent food, and engaging speeches. Mrs. Darden mentions that all attendees agreed it was the most pleasant meeting the Regents had attended.
Date: 1949-12~
Creator: Darden, Nora
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Note Card with Letter from Anna Thomas Painter to I. H. Kempner, December 12, 1949] (open access)

[Note Card with Letter from Anna Thomas Painter to I. H. Kempner, December 12, 1949]

Note card with handwritten letter from Anna Thomas Painter to I. H. Kempner thanking him and the Galveston Chamber of Commerce for a wonderful evening on the previous Friday. Mrs. Painter felt honored to sit on the platform wearing a beautiful corsage. She expresses her gratitude again, noting it was an evening to remember.
Date: December 12, 1949
Creator: Painter, Anna Thomas
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Duke Goddard, May 13, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Duke Goddard, May 13, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Duke Goddard expressing his appreciation for the House passing an appropriation for the Medical Branch according to the recommendations of Representative Godard. He mentions the positive impact this will have on their morale and feels they are making progress. He acknowledges the House committee's understanding of the importance of the Medical Branch to the state and trusts the Senate will concur.
Date: May 13, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, July 1, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, July 1, 1949]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake referring to a news clipping about a state grant of $500,000 to the city of Houston for a tuberculosis hospital. He asks Dr. Leake if there is any possibility of Galveston receiving a similar grant for a tuberculosis hospital, given a $250,000 donation from Mrs. Rosa Ziegler. He proposes that the Medical Branch could be designated as a state hospital while still recognizing Mrs. Ziegler's contribution by naming a wing after her.
Date: July 1, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, July 2, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, July 2, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner thanking Mr. I. H. Kempner for his inquiry about a tuberculosis hospital for Houston. While federal funding isn't available, the Medical Branch has secured funds for a new building at John Sealy Hospital and plans for their own Zeigler Tuberculosis Hospital with separate wards for men and women. He concludes with appreciation for Mr. Kempner's support during the legislative session.
Date: July 2, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Jimmy Phillips, July 7, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Jimmy Phillips, July 7, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Jimmy Phillips expressing gratitude to Senator Phillips for his support during the past legislative session. He commends Senator Phillips for helping to improve morale among the Medical Branch staff and students. He also acknowledges the Senator's role in securing funding for the branch, which allows them to better serve the whole state, particularly indigent patients from areas lacking proper medical facilities.
Date: July 7, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, July 9, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, July 9, 1949]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake announcing new research funding of $100,000 allocated by the Sugar Research Foundation for sugar-related studies. He inquires if the University of Texas Medical School received any of these funds and if Dr. Leake sees an opportunity to request additional support.
Date: July 19, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, July 16, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, July 16, 1949]

Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner forwarding a letter from Dr. Chauncey D. Leake, Vice President of The University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr. Leake's letter suggests that the Texas Academy of Science headquarters be located in Galveston. The Chamber of Commerce board requests that Mr. Kempner and his committee study this proposal.
Date: July 16, 1949
Creator: Holliday, E. S.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to members of Galveston Chamber Of Commerce, June 17, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to members of Galveston Chamber Of Commerce, June 17, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to members of Galveston Chamber Of Commerce discussing the Texas Academy of Science's development into a strong organization and its search for a permanent location for its activities. He mentions Austin as a potential location but argues that Galveston would be a more suitable choice due to the city's scientific importance in the state. He also suggests they consider ways to establish a permanent home for the Texas Academy of Science in Galveston which could include scientific exhibits, an aquarium, and health exhibits, which would attract visitors year-round.
Date: July 17, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from  Chauncey D. Leake to Ray Kirkpatrick, July 7, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Ray Kirkpatrick, July 7, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Ray Kirkpatrick expressing gratitude to Representative Kirkpatrick for his support of the branch. Dr. Leake highlights the role the Medical Branch plays in training medical professionals for the state and mentions the indigent patients the branch treats. The letter concludes by praising the work of the Texas Legislature and expressing the Medical Branch's desire to serve the people of Texas.
Date: July 7, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Dudley Peterson, July 7, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Dudley Peterson, July 7, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Dudley Peterson expressing his appreciation for Representative Peterson's support during the legislative session. He acknowledges the importance of letting the public know that the hospitals at the Medical Branch are general hospitals that serve the whole state, especially indigent patients in areas lacking sufficient medical facilities. Dr. Leake offers the Medical Branch’s help to these patients.
Date: July 7, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, August 5, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, August 5, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner thanking Mr. Kempner for informing him that the Sugar Research Foundation has made new appropriations in the amount of $100,000.00 for research on sugar as a food. The Medical Branch has had a slight extension of their grant for research, but they could still use more funding. They are grateful for Mr. Kempner's continued interest and helpfulness.
Date: August 5, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempne, August 9, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempne, August 9, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner enclosing a reprint on "V.D. Control in Texas” and highlighting some paragraphs about the recent rise in venereal disease (VD) cases in Galveston. The letter blames the rise on the reopening of the city's red light district. Dr. Leake expresses concern about the increased costs of treating VD at the Medical Branch clinic and requests Mr. Kempner's help in reducing the number of VD cases in the community.
Date: August 9, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, September 23, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, September 23, 1949]

Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner acknowledging a suggestion made by Mr. Kempner. Kempner proposed inviting the Governor and other university officials to a dinner in Galveston. The Chamber of Commerce believe it would be better to invite the Governor to a separate event, possibly the annual meeting, because his presence might overshadow the other guests at a dinner specifically for the medical college committee.
Date: September 23, 1949
Creator: Holliday, E. S.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, September 22, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, September 22, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner acknowledges that salaries for department heads are higher at Southwestern Medical College and expresses hope to address the discrepancy at The University of Texas Medical Branch. He mentions efforts to control costs and suggests securing additional designated funding for medical school salaries.
Date: September 22, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, September 21, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, September 21, 1949]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake mentioning a clipping from the Dallas News about salary information for doctors at the State Medical School at Dallas. He asks Dr. Leake for his thoughts on the information and how it might affect the Medical School at the University of Texas.
Date: September 21, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, October 4, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, October 4, 1949]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake inquiring about the possibility of discussing the Chamber of Commerce's desire to host a dinner for the Board of Regents at their next meeting in Austin. He mentions the dinner is to show appreciation for the Board's support for training physicians in Texas.
Date: October 4, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to Chamber of Commerce, October 14, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to Chamber of Commerce, October 14, 1949]

Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to Chamber of Commerce enclosing a copy of letter by him to Judge Woodward, and copy of his reply and copy of his letter that day to Dr. Painter mentioning that these are for their files.
Date: October 14, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from D. K. Woodward to I. H. Kempner, October 13, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from D. K. Woodward to I. H. Kempner, October 13, 1949]

Letter from D. K. Woodward to I. H. Kempner conveying gratitude for Mr. Kempner's invitation to host a meeting of the Board of Regents at Galveston. It informs him that the Board will weigh the invitation during their upcoming meeting on October 26th. Following the meeting, a decision will be communicated in a subsequent letter from the University President, T.S. Painter. This suggests the University is seriously considering the offer but hasn't made a final decision yet.
Date: October 13, 1949
Creator: Woodward, D. K.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Two Copies of a Letter from I. H. Kempner to Dudley K. Woodward, October 12, 1949] (open access)

[Two Copies of a Letter from I. H. Kempner to Dudley K. Woodward, October 12, 1949]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Dudley K. Woodward expressing gratitude for the Board's work in establishing a medical school at the University of Texas. He invites the Board to a dinner in Galveston to be held on the following, or some early subsequent, meeting at the invitation of the Galveston Chamber of Commerce. He also mentions they would like the Board members to stay overnight and attend a complimentary dinner.
Date: October 12, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, October 5, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, October 5, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner mentioning that it would be wise for Mr. Kempner to formally invite the Board of Regents of the University of Texas to come to Galveston for a meeting in December or spring. Dr. Leake acknowledges the Board’s busy schedule and suggests a dinner meeting might be more appealing.
Date: October 5, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to the Galveston Chamber of Commerce, October 27, 1949] (open access)

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to the Galveston Chamber of Commerce, October 27, 1949]

Letter from I. H. Kempner to the Galveston Chamber of Commerce discussing some logistics and funding options for a dinner for the Medical College Board of Regents. A copy of the same letter is attached.
Date: October 27, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
System: The Portal to Texas History