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[Postcard from the American Florist Supply Co. to D. W. Kempner, May 19, 1949]
Postcard from the American Florist Supply Co. to D. W. Kempner informing him that his order of Jones Ant Killer has been shipped via express mail. It also states that one gallon of Jones Ant Killer is not included on the shipment because it is on back order.
Date:
May 19, 1949
Creator:
American Florist Supply Company
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from V. V. Anderson to Galveston Artillery Club, April 19, 1949]
Letter from the Chairman, House Committee of the Galveston Artillery Club informing that there will be a cocktail party followed by dancing for members.
Date:
April 19, 1949
Creator:
Anderson, V. V.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to Members of Galveston Artillery Club, March 19, 1949]
Letter from V. V. Anderson to members of the Galveston Artillery Club providing details for a stag party on March 30, 1949 and requesting a response via an attached card regarding attendance.
Date:
March 19, 1949
Creator:
Anderson, V. V.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from The Automobile Club of America to D. W. Kempner, August 19, 1949]
Letter from The Automobile Club of America to D. W. Kempner discussing the itineraries Kempner requested for his trip to Quebec.
Date:
August 19, 1949
Creator:
Automobile Club of America & Dawson, Frank E.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Joseph R. Bertig to D. W. Kempner and Jeane Bertig Kempner, January 19, 1949]
Letter from Joseph R. Bertig to D. W. Kempner and Jeane Bertig Kempner discussing gratitude for the cocktail shaker and glasses they sent him.
Date:
January 19, 1949
Creator:
Bertig, Joseph R.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Joseph R. Bertig to Daniel W. Kempner, February 19, 1949]
Letter from Joseph R. Bertig to Daniel W. Kempner informing that he has the copy of the letter to Leslie Biffle.
Date:
February 19, 1949
Creator:
Bertig, Joseph R.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Joseph R. Bertig to Mary Jeane Thorne, March 19, 1949]
Letter from Joseph R. Bertig to Oakleigh L. Thorne discussing personal matters including recent doctor's visit and about an antique samovar. He mentions that they hired a marvelous cook and mentions about Elsa's new Cadillac. He also discusses about planning to install new carpets and drapes at home, and mentions other family affairs.
Date:
March 19, 1949
Creator:
Bertig, Joseph R.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. To Isaac Herbert Kempner, Jr., March 19, 1949]
Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. To Isaac Herbert Kempner, Jr., regarding the letter of March 18th enclosing premium receipt on policy from Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company for which the receipt has been filed in Box 40 for safekeeping.
Date:
March 19, 1949
Creator:
Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Alcorn Cattle Account]
Invoice for items sold for Sugarland Industries by the Live Stock Commission Company to G. Kendricks, including the pricing and amount of cattle sold under the Alcorn Cattle account.
Date:
September 19, 1949
Creator:
C. B. Johnson Live Stock Commission Company
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Alcorn Cattle Account, September 19, 1949]
Invoice for items sold for Sugarland Industries by the Live Stock Commission Company to G. Kendricks, including the pricing and amount of cattle sold under the Alcorn Cattle account.
Date:
September 19, 1949
Creator:
C. B. Johnson Live Stock Commission Company
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Cattle]
Invoice for items sold for W. B. Keyser of Plantersville by the Live Stock Commission Company to M. Freedman, Ho. Packaging Company, Siegal, and B. Fox, including the pricing and amount of cattle sold.
Date:
September 19, 1949
Creator:
C. B. Johnson Live Stock Commission Company
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Ice Bucket, Carving Jet, Etc., February 1949]
Invoice for items sold to Daniel W. Kempner by Citizens Jewelry & Loan Co., including ice bucket, carving jet, pitcher, etc. for $70.35.
Date:
February 19, 1949
Creator:
Citizens Jewelry & Loan Company
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from David Cohen to I. H. Kempner, June 19, 1949, Page 1]
First page of a handwritten letter from David Cohen to I. H. Kempner where Cohen asks Kempner to loan him $2000 due to a series of hard times that he fell on with his shop.
Date:
June 19, 1949
Creator:
Cohen, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from David Cohen to I. H. Kempner, June 19, 1949, Page 2]
Second page of a handwritten letter from David Cohen to I. H. Kempner where Cohen asks Kempner to loan him money. Cohen expresses his desperation for the aid to Kempner, and states that the funds will allow him to keep his store afloat and provide for his family.
Date:
June 19, 1949
Creator:
Cohen, David
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from James Collins to D. W. Kempner, June 19, 1949]
Handwritten letter from James Collins to D. W. Kempner requesting a letter recommending his release from prison in Huntsville, Texas.
Date:
June 19, 1949
Creator:
Collins, James
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Cooley's Gardens to D. W. Kempner, August 19, 1949]
Postcard from Cooley's Gardens to D. W. Kempner informing him that they have shipped his order of irises via parcel post.
Date:
August 19, 1949
Creator:
Cooley's Gardens
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Frank E. Dawson to Daniel W. Kempner, September 19, 1949]
Letter from Frank E. Dawson to Daniel W. Kempner informing that the man should be given the receipt to claim his room.
Date:
September 19, 1949
Creator:
Dawson, Frank E.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J. A. Walsh & Company to Thomas L. James, October 19, 1949]
Letter from J. W. Derr, on behalf of J. A. Walsh & Company, to Thomas L. James discussing franchise restrictions they have on allowing James to buy a deep freeze and that the area salesman David Trice will be in contact soon.
Date:
October 19, 1949
Creator:
Derr, J. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from French Line to Daniel W. Kempner, December 19, 1949]
Letter from French Line to Daniel W. Kempner informing him that though the cabins offered to him are not satisfactory, he has first priority for improvement if he temporarily accepts the accommodations. French Line explains that all sailings westbound are booked to capacity, and the New York bank will not be able to secure better cabins on the Ile de France.
Date:
December 19, 1949
Creator:
French Line
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Stag Party Response Card]
Card included with invitation to a stag party at the Galveston Artillery Club that will take place on Wednesday, March 30th, 1949, at 7 p.m. requesting that members indicate whether they will or will not attend.
Date:
March 19, 1949
Creator:
Galveston Artillery Club
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Stag Party Response Card, #2]
Card included with invitation to a stag party at the Galveston Artillery Club that will take place on Wednesday, March 30th, 1949, at 7 p.m. requesting that members indicate whether they will or will not attend.
Date:
March 19, 1949
Creator:
Galveston Artillery Club
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Freight Bill, August 1949]
Invoice for freight bill for items sent to Mr. D. W. Kempner by Gulf Coast Express, Inc., including dresser and glass mirror for $14.34.
Date:
August 19, 1949
Creator:
Gulf Coast Express, Incorporated
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Invoice for Items Sent to Mrs. D. W. Kempner, August 1949]
Invoice for items sent to Mrs. D. W. Kempner shipped by Joe Bertig Paragould including crate dresser and glass mirror worth $14.34 with refund of 69 cents. Written paid on August 15th, 1949.
Date:
August 19, 1949
Creator:
Gulf Coast Express, Incorporated
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Warren Hafer to D. W. Kempner, October 19, 1948]
Letter from Warren Hafer to D. W. Kempner explaining the No. 99 Torch Outfit from the Aeroil Product Company with attached informational leaflets.
Date:
October 19, 1949
Creator:
Hafer, Warren
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History