Picture hat of natural straw. Domed crown with red grosgrain hatband. Brim is trimmed on the bottom edge in red grosgrain. Brim turns up at the front left and trimmed with a red grosgrain cockade. Headband of black fabric; unlined. Maker's label: Monique Dofny Retailer's label: Viv / Neiman-Marcus / Made in France

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Lucius Thompson-McCausland regarding his letter of 28th of June. He mentions about Sandy's plan to go to Duke and probably transfer o Harvard after an year. And he talks about Sandy's and Shrub's travel plans and how they enjoyed being with them . Kempner also includes that they're planning for a trip abroad and are hoping to see them soon.

Scarf of silk organdy in ombre pinks with printed brush-stroke like design. Solid pink back layer. Label: Made in France/ Alice Landais/ 5. Fg St-Honore- Paris/ Soie Measures 16 1/2'' x 43 1/2''.

Document listing the names, geographical or business affiliation, and dates of visitors entertained by a member of the Kempner family.

Ensemble of black heavy wool twill. a) Jacket of black wool twill. Double breasted with 8 smooth circular 3/4" black buttons. Full length raglan sleeves and convertible collar. Faux flap pockets at left and right hem with single matching button at center of flap. Fully lined in black silk. Designer's label: "Balenciaga / 10, Avenue George V. Paris" Haute Couture number under designer's label: "95650" b) Skirt of black wool twill. Flared with 3/4" rolled waistband. Street length. Left side zipper with hook and eye. Pleats at left and right of center on front and back with slit pockets inside front pleats. Lined in black silk.

Telegram sent by Ruth and Harris Kempner via Western Union to Albert Fremaux, expressing condolences at Marcel's death.

Telegram sent by Harris Leon Kempner via Western Union to Paul Thoumyre expressing condolences at Mr. De Menibus's death.

Telegram sent by Harris Kempner via Western Union to Rene Dufour and his family expressing condolences at the death of a loved one.

Telegram sent by Harris Kempner via Western Union to Mme. Hubert Dufour expressing condolences at the death of a loved one.

Dinner dress and jacket ensemble of black wool. a) Jacket: Short princess line black wool jacket; V-neckline with wide notched collar and wide lapels. Full-length, set in, two piece sleeves. Asymmetrical lapped front opening with one large, round, filigree button with rhinestones and bound buttonhole Fully lined in black silk. Designer label stitched inside back neck below collar: Balenciaga / 10, Avenue George V. Paris Couture number: 62048 b) Dress: Matching sleeveless knee length dress with V-neckline in front due to surplice styled opening. Fronts secure with four snaps and four hook&eyes; seam detail around bust; back neckline is square between straps. Waistline seam with skirt gathering all around; lapped center-front opening in skirt with single hook&eye and two snaps. Folded hem; fully lined in black silk. Designer label stitched inside on lining at right side seam: Balenciaga / 10, Avenue George V. Paris Couture number: 62059

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to his son Shrub, commending him on his grades and chiding him for not sending letters to his parents.

Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to Thomas Leroy James and William H. Louviere discussing upcoming visits to Sugar Land, Texas, with agenda ideas.

Vogue Paris Original pattern 1530 to make a one-piece dress and blouse, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.

Vogue Paris Original pattern 2090 by Nina Ricci to make a misses' one-piece dress, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.

Vogue Couturier Design pattern 1430 by Frederic Forquet of Italy to make a suit and open blouse, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.

Chart listing a European travel itinerary for Ceclie Kempner listing the dates, method of travel, lodging, and length of stay in each location.

A) Bathrobe of purple velvet lined with purple satin. Standing collar, two pockets. Rolled cuffs of matching purple satin. Designer's label at inside left side seam: Made in France / Modele / Depose / By Cadolle / 14 Rue Cambon Paris B) Matching tie sash in purple satin.

Blouse of cream silk crepe. Collarless. Faux bib down front with two visible pearl buttons at top and bottom tab trim. Center front closure of five hidden buttons and three hidden snaps. Double pearl cuff-links on French cuffs of each full length sleeve. Designer's label at right side seam: Chanel

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Andre Clerc, and Christian Clerc introducing Dr. and Mrs. John McGiviney, who're travelling in Europe as part of the tour of International College of Surgeons. Kempner mentions that if they need anything, they'd call upon you for advice.

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to David F. Weston informing about ordering Maniya Camera and sharing the receipt, and discussing about their travel plans.

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Messrs. Andre Clerc introducing Mr. David Armstrong. Since Mr. Armstrong is being in Europe for the summer, Kempner asks if there's any advice or assistance they could provide.

a) Handbag of yellow ostrich leather with top stitching. Rectangular, envelope shape with accordion style pleats on sides and bottom. Single handle with chain fasteners of metallic gold in knotted wood design. Flip closure in gold tone circular wreath style. Lined in white leather with zippered central divider and patch and zipper pockets on back side and double patch pockets on front side. Designer's stamp on interior: Lucille de Paris / Made in U.S.A. Measurements: Width: 8 3/4" Height: 5 1/8", without handle Height: 12 1/4", with handle Depth: 1 1/4" b) Mirror. Rectangular shape with rounded corners; double sided. Both sides stamped in black "Lucille de Paris". Measurements: Length: 3 1/4" Width: 2 1/4"

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Gladys Kempner discussing family trips, a friend's surgery, and gifts from Gladys.

Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Jean Louis Pesle thanking him for his note of May 3rd showing the interest in Shrub and Sandy in particular. He mentions that they'll leave New York on the 10th of June and will stay in England the rest of that month and then plan to arrive France in July. He thanks him for his kind offer to put up Shrub or Sandy.