Purse to cocktail dress ensemble of satin brocade. D) Evening bag of green silk taffeta in pouch style. Single wrist loop handle of self trimmed with large matching bow at front. Zipper closure with matching silk pull tab. Lined in green faille; two patch pockets within. No labels.

Hat of brown felt. The low, slightly domed crown is almost hidden by the upturned brim. At front facing of brim is large flat brown grosgrain ribbon bow. Around the base of the crown is affixed brown net veiling. The hat is unlined, with inner brown grosgrain ribbon hatband. Combined designer's/retailer's label inside: "Leslie James / Designed for Sakowitz / Houston" Manufacturer's style stamp inside crown: "Midi / Imported Velour Body / Made in France"

Hat of gray fur felt. The derby style hat is made of a single piece of stiffened gray fur felt. The low, domed crown is encircled near the base by a band of black grosgrain ribbon, with a bow at back. The 2" wide brim curves upwards at edges. Hat is unlined, and has a band of black grosgrain ribbon inside at base of crown. Attached to the inner ribbon is a small plastic comb to secure the hat to wearer's head. Designer's label sewn to inner ribbon: "Lilly / Daché / Paris New York / 78 East 56th Street, N.Y."

Suit of taupe wool consisting of: A) Jacket. Single breasted with closure of two large, plastic, textured taupe colored buttons and bound buttonholes. Notched collar and long, set-in sleeves. Two pleated plackets at sides of waistline with bound openings create loops for belt. Lined in matching silk jacquard of "Christian Dior" pattern. Designer's label at inside left opening: "Christian Dior-New York, Inc." Evidence of removed label at center back neckline. B) Skirt. Slightly A-lined with left side zipper and hook & eye. 1" waistband. Lined in rust colored silk crepe. C) Self-covered belt with rectangular buckle. 1-1/2" wide. Stamped on reverse: "16 Christian Dior / New York, Inc"

Coat dress of navy silk faille with padded hips. Notched collar; single button closure. Long sleeves with vertical pleat across back shoulder to each sleeve hem. Lower mid-length skirt. Two crescent shaped pieces of fabric at hips with faux pocket detail gives the appearance of a separate jacket. Designer's label on inner right waist side seam: "Christian Dior/ New York/ Original" Tag above designer's label: "Fall 1949" Retailer's label on back of neck: "Neiman-Marcus/ Dallas" Belt of matching navy leather. Stamped on back of belt: "10 Christian Dior / New York"

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Frank E. Dawson enclosing a check for $15.00 to pay his dues for the Automobile Club of America and asking for information regarding charges from the French and Cunard lines which transported his Cadillac.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to Fanny Hamburger discussing her health and end-of-life plans. He assures her that he will respect her wishes.

Letter from Max Blouet to André Clerc informing him of the reservations made at Hotel George V for Harris Leon Kempner.

Letter from André Clerc to Harris Leon Kempner providing a copy of George V Hotel's letter and apologizing for having forgotten to send it.

Day dress of black and white gingham. Collarless. Shot batwing sleeves. Skirt cut with peg top at sides and gathered in back with set in fan shaped fullness. Black button trim at front yoke and at zippered closing at hip in back.

Invoice for items sold to Pierre Chardine from D. W. Kempner, entailing a check for $150 bond and $31.50 duty.

Letter from Fred H. Rayner to Harris Leon Kempner informing Kempner on the recent cotton sales that were made while he was on vacation. Rayner details the purchases of cotton that were made as well as the sales of cotton.

Letter from Fred H. Rayner to Harris Leon Kempner giving Kempner updates on cotton sales that took place while he was on vacation. Rayner provides detailed updates on the offers received, as well as the specific number of bales that were offered/sold.

Hotel bill from Hotel Meurice listing itemized charges and the total amount due.

Hotel bill from Hotel Meurice listing itemized charges and the total amount due.

Letter from Cartier, Inc. to D. W. Kempner discussing Christmas card samples they sent him and asking him to make a choice.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Pierre Chardine informing that he postponed going to plantersville for the week.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Pierre Chardine sending him a Christmas present from himself and Jeane and wishes a happy New Year.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Pierre Chardine informing that Pierre forgotten the conversation regarding the bank account and mentions that Jeane Louis left to Dallas.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Pierre Chardine informing him that after a considerable wait the package of foie gras arrived from France in good condition.

Letter from Inge Freund Honig to I. H. Kempner expressing gratitude for wedding wishes and the present. She also feels delighted for hearing the success of his eye operation.

Letter from D. W. Kempner to Fanny Hamburger discussing her health and end-of-life plans. He assures her that he will respect her wishes.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Claude Terrail informing that he predicted the situation over in France and mention that he was not able to go to France.

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Pierre Chardine informing that he had an item attached to his letter and taking care of Jean louis.