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[Letter from H. C. Gurney to T. N. Carswell - December 30, 1969]
A letter written to Mr. Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from H. C. Gurney, New York City, N.Y., dated December 30, 1969. Gurney advises Carswell regarding having known Mrs. Sarah Anna Simmons Crane for a number of years, of Crane having suffered severe reversal of fortune and if this would be of any interest to "you at Hardin-Simmons University". Gurney advises that Crane has been taken to a city nursing home, "and unless other plans could be undertaken, will probably spend the rest of her life there". Gurney advises of not being sure if Crane could answer if Carswell does write but that Crane was delighted to have received the note from Carswell at Christmas time.
Date:
December 30, 1969
Creator:
Gurney, H. C.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell - 1962]
A letter written to Tommy Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane. Crane advises Carswell that his letter written in November reached her the second time it was sent in December. She expresses her appreciation for the gift, that it was so very gracious and that she used it for several things and is sending souveniers. Crane expresses her approval as "truly a beautiful thought" for the suggestion made by President Reiff in regards to the cornerstone and marker. She advises as to her wishes regarding the material used for her grave marker and requirements as to size.
Date:
1962
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane - November 6, 1961]
A letter written to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane from T. N. Carswell, dated November 6, 1961. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the letter from Sarah Anna. He advises that he has enclosed a check, to let it be a Christmas Present, and that her use and enjoyment of it will be her Christmas present to him. Carswell advises of a suggestion made by Dr. Reiff, that Simmons provide a marker for her grave and the corner stone taken from Anna Hall be placed in the new Student Union building.
Date:
November 6, 1961
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell - 1962]
A letter written to Tommy Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane. Crane advises of not having heard from Hardin-Simmons or Abilene for a long time but then she read of the death of the President of the Alumni Association and Dr. Jenkens and of plans for a Memorial Library for Dr. Reiff. She inquires after Mrs. Carswell regarding her stay in hospital and notes in a postcript of some New York souveniers that might be of interest to Carswell.
Date:
1962
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Neil B. Watson to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane - July 24, 1961]
A letter written to Mrs. Crane, 114 E. 90 Street, New York, New York c/o Venza from Neil B. Watson, Superintendent, The Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn 32, N.Y. Watson replies to a letter from Crane dated July 24, 1961 and advises her regarding local monument firms that she may contact for the information as to costs of a marker. Crane handwrites to Carswell at the bottom left of the page advising that the information needed by her and Carswell was obtained over the telephone later.
Date:
July 24, 1961
Creator:
Watson, Neil B.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to T. N. Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane, New York, New York.]
A letter written to Tommy from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane. Crane acknowledges her receipt of the gracious, thoughtful and wise letter from Carswell. Crane advises of an enclosed letter regarding city requirements for the stone to be used as a grave marker. She expresses her relief that Carswell is taking over the details regarding the stone and requests that he write to her any new ideas. Crane expresses her appreciation to Carswell for the gift which was enclosed in his letter and advises of having enjoyed several things with it wishing he were there to enjoy them also. She asks after Mrs. Carswell and for him to remember her to all friends of Abilene and Hardin-Simmons. In a postscript Crane advises that "it is so hot it is difficult to write".
Date:
1961
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane - September 15, 1961]
A letter written to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane, from T. N. Carswell, dated September 15, 1961. Carswell advises Crane regarding the corner stone taken from Anna Hall when the building was demolished and replaced by the new Students Union Building, and he reports on contents found in a time capsule. He reminds Crane of the vote taken by the Trustees to give the corner stone to her but advises her that Mr. Caldwell suggested the stone be preserved here by placing it in an interior wall of the new building now going up. Carswell advises that they all want to do what will be most pleasing to her.
Date:
September 15, 1961
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell - 1961]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane. Crane advises Carswell as to what she had planned to do with the Corner Stone in order to represent her Father's family but that she is willing for the stone to be placed back at Hardin-Simmons. She advises that in Yankton, South Dakota there is a James M. Lloyd - President of the American State Bank who will advise about the expense. Carswell made note that he replied on June 2, 1961.
Date:
1961
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell - June 5, 1960]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane, dated June 5, 1960. Crane acknowledges the receipt of the letter from Carswell and expresses how good it was to hear from him. She advises of having a severe cold when his letter came and having finally cashed the check, which was a wonderful gesture and gift. Crane advises that she used the money to see a show at the Music Hall, for a dinner at The Adams, that she saw 'Bye Bye Birdie', " a refreshing new very entertaining musical". She advises that New York is changed, that the old charm is gone and in its place a "bright, exciting new city". Crane advises that she use what money is left to be a guest of Carswell. Crane advises that the most treasured part of his fine letter is his expression of gratefulness to her Father, that Carswell was a great favorite of his, and to her Grandfather and Grandmother.
Date:
June 5, 1960
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter and Envelope: From Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell - 1960]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane. Crane advises of having sent to Carswell a New York souvenier each year during the holidays but has not heard from him for a "long time". She speaks of Gib Sandefer and other Abilene friends then asks if the situation at Hardin-Simmons is as bad now as he thought when he last wrote. Printed stationery bearing Lilac Hedges Company, Litchfield, Connecticut label. The envelope into which the card was placed is also included in the record, and is addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, postmarked New York, 1960. The reverse side includes return address From Sarah Anna Simmons Crane, 114 East 90 Street, c/o Venza, New York City.
Date:
1960
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane - April 21, 1960]
A letter written to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane from T. N. Carswell, dated April 21, 1960. Carswell expresses his appreciation for all the "notes" from Crane which brought "memories of a now far off wonder day, the springtime of your life and mine". He advises of the generosity of her grandparents as to the reason he received his college degree and her Dad, whom he met and loved, was also a benefactor of Simmons. Carswell advises that conditions are quite different out at Simmons, that he is no longer a trustee having resigned some years earlier after Dr. Richardson resigned as president. He requests that she take the attached check and go to a show and dinner "for the sake of old lang syne".
Date:
April 21, 1960
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Program from the Showplace, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center with correspondence from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell]
A program from the Showplace, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center with correspondence from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell. The program is "Showplace of the Nation" for the week beginning Thursday, April 24, 1958. Four shows are listed: Music Hall Grand Organ; Music Hall Symphony Orchestra; "Espana"; "Marjorie Morningstar" starring Gene Kelly and Natalie Wood. The back page of the program includes advertising: Announing . . . No Time For Sergeants. Andy Griffith "Starring in the stage roll that rocketed him to fame!" Magazine slick. Handwritten inside the program is correspondence to Tommy [T. N. Carswell] from Sarah Anna. Crane reminisces regarding her father liking "this sort of show". Crane expresses her appreciation to Carswell for the update agreeing with Carswell regarding having fond memories of Hardin-Simmons and requests that if he sees Grace or Grady Andrews to please remember her to them.
Date:
April 24, 1958
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter and Envelope: From Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell - December 1, 1957]
S letter written to T. N. Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane. Crane explains that each year she sends a message to Grace with greetings for Carswell and any of the other Abilene friends who are still there. She advises that now she is sending the note to Carswell and asking that he give her Christmas love to Grace and all the Sandefers. She requests that he or Grace send the dates on her Grandmother's grave, tell her Abilene news and then offers the season's greetings. Notes written by Carswell; Grand Mother - Died September 24, 1894; Grand Dad - Died December 17, 1905; Answered December 17, 1957; Sarah Anna Simmons Crane, 181 East 80th St., NYC. Printed stationery including "Hollyhocks" by John Edwards. The envelope into which the card was placed is also included in the record. Envelope addressed For Mr. T. N. Carswell c/o Compere, Abilene, Texas postmarked New York, December 1, 1957. The reverse side includes return address From Sarah Anna Simmons Crane, 181 East 80 Street, New York City.
Date:
December 1, 1957
Creator:
Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Edna G. Haynes to T. N. Carswell - November 29, 1950]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Edna G. Haynes, New York City, dated November 29, 1950. Haynes expresses her appreciation for the gift of pecans received from Carswell for the Holiday Season.
Date:
November 20, 1950
Creator:
Haynes, Edna
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. H. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - April 24, 1950]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Rupert H. Johnson, R. H. Johnson & Co. Investment Securities, New York 5, N. Y., dated April 24, 1950. Johnson advises of some sales of stock, that he is sailing for Europe and requests that Carswell advise him on what he wants done before he sails. Johnson advises that he does not know much regarding the items Babson recommended and that Carswell and Babson should watch those items.
Date:
April 25, 1950
Creator:
Johnson, Rupert H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from T. N. Carswell to Senator Tom Connally and Representative Sam Russell]
A Western Union telegram sent to Hon. Tom Connally, U S Senate and Hon. Sam Russell, House of Representatives, Washington D. C., from T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas. Carswell advises of the concern of parents of soldiers already dead and of sons now in the fighting zones, that they are understandably critical of a national do-nothing policy about strikes, slow downs and absenteeism and are asking if the Congress cannot act courageously and effectively when the very life of the nation is threatened, as it now is. The reverse side includes Western Union terms, cost, and information regarding The Western Union Telegraph Company, Incorporated. R. B. White, President.
Date:
1943
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from T. N. Carswell to Senator Tom Connally - February 26, 1943]
A Western Union telegram sent to Hon. Tom Connally, U.S. Senate, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, dated February 26, 1943. Carswell advises of the concern of parents of soldiers already dead and of sons now in the fighting zones, that they are understandably critical of a national do-nothing policy about strikes, slow downs and absenteeism and are asking if the Congress cannot act courageously and effectively when the very life of the nation is threatened, as it now is. The reverse side includes Western Union terms. "Hon. Sam Russell House of Rep Wash. D. C." is handwritten at the bottom of the page.
Date:
February 26, 1943
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. H. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - July 11, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Secretary-Manager, Abilene Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas, from Rupert, R. H. Johnson & Co., New York, dated July 11, 1938. Johnson acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and confirms that Mr. Dillingham called but that he did not happen to be in the office. He confirms that Brown-Crumer is a good house and offers to assist in having the bonds turned in under the Plan assuring Carswell that he would be very glad to do so.
Date:
July 11, 1938
Creator:
Johnson, Rupert H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to R. H. Johnson - July 6, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. R. H. Johnson, New York City, N. Y., from T. N. Carswell, Sec.-Mgr. [Abilene Chamber of Commerce], dated July 6, 1938. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the information Johnson supplied and advises him that Mr. Dillingham had put in a call to him. He confirms that the Brown Crumer Company was awarded the job at a fee approximating 1%.
Date:
July 6, 1938
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. H. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - June 25, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Sec.-Mgr., Abilene Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas, from Rupert H. Johnson, R. H. Johnson & Co., New York, dated June 25, 1938. Johnson acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises that the problem which the City of Abilene faces seems to him to be two-fold and proceeds to discuss the two problems suggesting possible solutions by citing the experiences of other cities. He advises of an enclosed clipping regarding the financing of Pittston, Pennsylvania. The reverse side of the last page of this letter includes calculations handwritten by T. N. Carswell. Typewritten on R. H. Johnson & Co. letterhead bearing OLD CHESTER BOND watermark; subsequent pages bear ETON BOND watermark.
Date:
June 25, 1938
Creator:
Johnson, Rupert H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to R. H. Johnson - June 22, 1938]
A letter written to Rupert H. Johnson, New York City, New York, from T. N. Carswell, Sec.-Mgr. [Abilene Chamber of Commerce], dated June 22, 1938. Carswell restates to Johnson, as per their telephone conversation, that he is enclosing a condensed financial statement of Abilene and, also, a newspaper account of a meeting the night before. Carswell advises of the approximate bond valuations, the option of a utilities rate increase and his assurance that if Johnson decides not to try for the refunding proposition that he will be glad to pay for his counsel and advice.
Date:
June 22, 1938
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. H. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - June 17, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Secretary, Abilene Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas, from Rupert H. Johnson & Co., New York, dated June 17, 1938. Johnson replies to the letter from Carswell of June 15th and promotes his company's experience in arranging refunding programs for cities and towns. He addresses an answer for Abilene's bond issue under the assumption that the City of Abilene is able to pay interest on its debt then cites examples of other cities and the manner in which their bond issues were handled.
Date:
June 17, 1938
Creator:
Johnson, Rupert H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. H. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - May 12, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas, from Rupert H. Johnson & Co., New York, dated May 12, 1938. Johnson acknowledges his receipt of a letter from Carswell which contained a signed Power of Attorney which has been solicited by the Committee in Reorganization proceedings of the Standard Commercial Tobacco Company. He advises that he will investigate the Committee to find if they are people of standing. Johnson assures Carswell that it is no trouble for his company to hold securities for customers and that he is glad to advise him on the investment of any funds that he may have available from time to time. "I happen to own 100-acre farm in Jones County and also mineral rights on 55 acres of land in another part of the County."
Date:
May 12, 1938
Creator:
Johnson, Rupert H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from South African Tourist Corporation to T. N. Carswell - December 14, 1967]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from South African Tourist Corporation, 610 Fifth Avenue, New York 20, N. Y., dated December 14, 1967. An acknowledgement of the receipt of the letter from Carswell and a confirmation that, as requested even though it is not policy to do so, they are mailing one of their calendars to Master William.
Date:
December 14, 1967
Creator:
South African Tourist Corporation
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History