A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. Caldwell, Clyde Texas, dated November 14, 1944. Caldwell expresses her appreciation for the letter from Carswell and for his friendship advising that she had heard Walter say many times that "there isn't any one in the world, outside my own family, that I love more than I do Tommy Carswell". She discusses Walter's death and her decision to stay in their home in order to have a place for the children to come together.

Letter from Henry J. Strauss to Truett Latimer asking for a copy of House Bill 189.

Letter from Truett Latimer to M. C. McGowen discussing House Bill 76, a bill that provides a central licensing agency for professions that qualify under Texas law. Mr. Latimer says he will oppose it. There is also a written note at the end of the letter in support of House Bill 636 and Senate 268.

Letter from Owen Thomas to Truett Latimer discussing the statewide re-districting bill introduced by Representative Yancy of Houston. He also asks to be placed on the mailing list for the House Journal.

Postcard from J. D. Smith to Truett Latimer expressing opposition to House Bill 20.

Letter from Omar Burkett to Owen Thomas discussing House Bill 565, regarding the redistricting of state judicial districts and working with Representatives Truett Latimer and David Ratliff to maintain the districts of Judge Thomas and Judge Black as they are. He also states his support for House Bill 269, regarding Shackelford and Callahan county and the 91st district.

Letter from W. L. Bowlus to Truett Latimer advocating for higher juror wages.

Letter from Truett Latimer to Clyde Latimer giving his best to Mr. Clyde's new appointment as the director of the Baird Lions Club.

Newspaper clipping discussing Jack North's research process for his book and how he discovered a biscuit that belonged to Thomas Henry Floyd. The clipping also provides details about North's book and the type of stories he covers regarding the pioneers of Abilene. The reverse side of the clipping includes a portion of a "Dear Abby" column and marriage announcements.

Letter to Henry Sayles discussing the likelihood of Abilene residents allowing right of way for a new road or railroad. The letter is written "The Farmers National Bank of Cross Plains," Texas and is missing the final page or pages.

Paper proposing a new railroad from Abilene, Texas to Cross Plains, Texas, discussing the projected revenue of a new line and the best places to locate depots. The paper also extolls the virtues of the country between Cross Plains and Abilene, stating it's likely to become more populated and need more freight capabilities due to the fertile farm land in the region. There are some corrections to the text and handwritten notes on the first and last pages.

Fragment of a document discussing the purchase of property for a proposed railway from Abilene, Texas through Callahan County, Texas.

Letter from H. S. to Judge I. N. Jackson discussing a meeting between the writer, Mr. Webb, and Mr. Acheson, and all three men making a trip from Abilene to Cross Plains, Texas over the "upper" or "Eula" line. The lower or Oplin line is mention as being urged by the Sweetwater people, but the writer decided against going that way.

Document detailing the reasons why it would be profitable for the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway Company to extend the railroad line from Cross Plains to Abilene, Texas. The reasons are listed one through five and details economic reasons, the lack of other opportunities for expansion, and that the terrain is already surveyed.

Fragment of a document discussing the purchase of property for a proposed railway from Abilene, Texas through Callahan County, Texas.

Draft of a document discussing a suit against Jones and "defendant Railway Company" for breach of contract. The document has pencil corrections and is printed on Sayles & Sayles stationary.

Document granting the Gulf Pipe Line Company and Gulf Production Company a right of way over lands owned by Roy L. Duke and Bonnie C. Duke in Callahan County, Texas.

Individual Income Tax Return for J. F. Young and Mrs. J. F. Young for the year 1935, including an inventory of his business expenses.

Map and notes proposed railroad lines to Abilene, Texas. The map has several towns labelled, including Abilene and Eula, and some natural features such as the Cottonwood Creek. The notes are discussing the terrain to be covered and the possibly routes and obstacles.

Document proposing a standard gauge railroad between Abilene and Cross Plains, Texas and the construction of new terminals along the proposed line. The documents include information about the proposed profits, the survey of the route, possible issues with construction, and the merits of a new railroad line in the area. The document is divided in to three parts: "Statement," "Terminals," and "Exhibits."

Letter from W. A. Webb to Henry Sayles discussing a railroad trip from Abilene, Texas to Cross Plains, Texas for Mr. Acheson, W. A. Webb, and Mr. Fischer. Webb requests that Sayles make the necessary arrangements and offers to pay all expenses for the trip. The letter is on the letterhead of the Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railway Company of Texas, Office of Assistant to President.

Letter from Henry Sayles to A. M. Acheson discussing the change in presidency of the New York Central Lines and the building of a railroad between Cross Plains and Abilene, Texas.

Letter from J. [..] Earhearn to Henry Sayles discussing arrangements for Earhearn and Sayles to meet.

Letter from Rich Cord[..]ent to Henry Sayles discussing the costs of right of ways for a proposed railroad line.