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Personal Papers (MS 80-0002)
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Kempner Family Papers and Business Records (MS 86-0008)
29
Business Papers (MS 80-0003)
6
Imperial Sugar Company Estimated Daily Cash Balance
4
Imperial Sugar Company Sugar Stock and Sales Report
3
Houston Lighting & Power Company Monthly Statement
2
Lurie's Weekly Report
2
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company Bills
2
Texas Research League Bulletin
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Report to Members of the National Campaign Council
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[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Ewing Norwood, March 17, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Ewing Norwood discussing abut a resolution that proposes a constitutional amendment about relocating the medical branch of the University of Texas. He urges Mr. Norwood to contact Senator York to oppose the resolution, arguing that it could cause unnecessary financial strain and discord, impacting the university's future operations.
Date:
March 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Harris, March 17, 1945]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Harris L. Kempner enclosing a letter from Pierre Chardine and a list of of purchases by Belgium.
Date:
March 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Isaac H. Kempner to Dr. Webb Walker, March 17, 1945]
Telegram sent by Isaac H. Kempner to Dr. Webb Walker asking him to get influential doctors to send telegrams to their senators telling them to vote against Resolution 12.
Date:
March 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Series of Articles About University Medical School At Galveston Starts Sunday]
Clipping describing a new series of articles about the the University of Texas medical branch at Galveston.
Date:
February 17, 1945
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, February 17, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan discussing the next meeting of the committee to be held in Galveston. He states that he would not feel comfortable attending if he cannot make a report on Galveston's contributions. He hopes to arrange a meeting between him, Zinn, and Nathan in the coming week.
Date:
February 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner Jr. to Isaac Herbert Kempner, February 17, 1945]
Letter, using Western Union, from Isaac Herbert Kempner Jr. to Isaac Herbert Kempner discussing a scheduled phone call.
Date:
February 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac Herbert, Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner, February 17, 1945]
Letter from William E. Stone to I. H. Kempner discussing preparations for a committee meeting regarding an unspecified issue related to the University of Texas Medical Branch. Senator Stone advises Kempner to bring a representative group of about three or four people to the meeting and suggests including prominent individuals from across the state to support their cause. He also mentions arranging accommodations for Kempner in Austin and references a newspaper article discussing potential opposition to their plans.
Date:
February 17, 1945
Creator:
Stone, William E.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to Isaac Herbert Kempner Jr., February 17, 1945]
Letter to Isaac Herbert Kempner Jr. discussing business plans and lawsuits.
Date:
February 17, 1945
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. L. Wall, January 17, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. L. Wall discussing the Galveston News notice of Kempner's speech at the annual Galveston Merchants Association and discussing the Galveston community.
Date:
January 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, January 17, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan suggesting that he telephone Will Zinn. He states some differences of opinion which make it difficult for him to be a chairman for the B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundation and the United Jewish Welfare Association at the same time. He suggests that the B'nai B'rith lodge members take the lead with the Hillel Building fundraiser.
Date:
January 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Hester & Hester, January 17, 1945]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Hester & Wise informing that he has the copy of the Lawyer's opinion on the block.
Date:
January 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to Isaac Herbert Kempner Jr., January 17, 1945]
Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to Isaac Herbert Kempner Jr. discussing business plans and banks.
Date:
January 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Two copies of a Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, January 17, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake discussing the "Princeton Plan" for faculty housing. He describes the plan as one where a group of investors acquires land and builds housing. A corporation is formed that issues bonds to finance the project. The property taxes are exempt, and any profits are used to pay off the bonds. Eventually, the property is transferred to the city. He asks Dr. Leake if he can find more details about the plan.
Date:
January 17, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Robbie Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, December 17, 1944]
Telegram sent by Robbie Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner saying Feld is feeling like the meeting is unnecessary, with a letter following.
Date:
December 17, 1944
Creator:
Friedman, Robbie Newton J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Jack Fulton, November 17, 1944]
Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Jack Fulton informing Fulton that Kempner was in Memphis but was unable to talk as Fulton's office was closed.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 17, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady acknowledging the senator's travel to Washington, Chicago, and New York, and mentions a forthcoming payment of $29.55, suggesting that the senator has undercharged on his retainer. The letter also includes a handwritten note detailing expenses related to travel, including an advance, salary, and express charges, with a total cost and clarifications for travel to Austin and Meridian. The top portion of a General Bulletin from the Committee for Economic Development addressed to committee members is also enclosed.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from M. M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman, November 17, 1944]
Letter from M. M. Feld to Rabbi Newton J. Friedman planning a meeting with I. H. Kempner to discuss the Hillel Building Fund. He also notes a suggestion to Kempner that he does not put a ceiling on the price that individuals can donate to join the founders club. Some people may be in a position to donate more than $250.00. Lastly, he returns the signed articles of incorporation.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Feld, M. M.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. Gimbel, November 17, 1944]
Letter from Mrs. Gimbel to chairmen discussing bulletin distribution and mailing lists.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Gimbel, Alva B.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner, November 17, 1944]
Letter from Rabbi Newton J. Friedman to I. H. Kempner agreeing to contact the Houston donor group on November 28th. He also discusses his visit to San Antonio and plans to visit Fort Worth to speak with the key men there. He also mentions an upcoming trip to Birmingham to visit with the University of Alabama Hillel Foundation and take suggestions from the foundation.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Friedman, Newton J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Memorandum from Daniel W. Kempner, November 17, 1944]
Memorandum from Daniel W. Kempner sending a ticket for a total of $27.14. He also request if they can secure a refund.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Daniel W. (Daniel Webster), 1877-1956
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Harry and David, October 17, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Harry and David discussing the arrival and condition of a package of grapes.
Date:
October 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. Paul G. Kendall, October 17, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. Paul G. Kendall discussing Kendall providing Kempner information from Kendall's husband in France and Kempner asking Kendall to tell her husband about Harris and Herbert Kempner's promotions in the navy, to tell Mr. and Mrs. Chardine that him and Mrs. Kempner are well, and to ask for information on the Fauchille and Verley family.
Date:
October 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Bond, McEnany & Company , October 17, 1944]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Bond, McEnany & Company informing that Mr. Bond and Mr. McEnany will be delighted to hear the news in France regarding Chardines
Date:
October 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mary Jean Kempner to Pennsylvania Railroad, October 17, 1944]
Letter from Mary Jean Kempner to Pennsylvania Railroad informing about the loss of a gold cigarette case with inscription "To Margaux from Mary Jean" and requesting for information concerning this loss.
Date:
October 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Mary Jean
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History