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[Petroleum heater under construction]

Photograph of a Crown Central Petroleum Corporation heater under construction. The structure was built by Alcorn Combustion Company out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with materials provided by John Dollinger Jr., Inc. Scattered construction materials and steel beams are located throughout the site. A ladder is leaning against the left side of the structure. Several men are standing near a building in the far right background. The back of the photo is stamped "Litterst Com'l Photo Co. 2007 Polk Ave. Houston, Texas PR 0703"
Date: October 27, 1953
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Petroleum heater construction]

Photograph of the inside of a Crown Central Petroleum Corporation heater under construction. The structure was built by Alcorn Combustion Company out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with materials provided by John Dollinger Jr., Inc. Pipes and steel beams are gathered in stacks upon the floor of the structure. Handwritten on the back of the photograph, "Alcorn Combustion Co Crown Central Petroleum Co Pasadena Heater file A2" The back of the photo is stamped "BM Photograph Business Men's Studio Beaumont, Texas"
Date: October 27, 1953
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Pierce-Arrow automobile stopped in field]

Photograph of a Pierce-Arrow automobile in the middle of a field on a flat plain on the Great Divide. Herbert Herman Fiedler is looking under the hood of the car and two passengers are seated in the back of the vehicle, including Mrs. Frances Ann Lutcher. The vehicle has a broken clutch and a sprung valve. An American flag is visible on the right side of the car. The shadow of the photographer can be seen in the bottom foreground of the photograph. Handwritten on the back of the photo, "On the Great Divide August 27th 1918 A broken clutch collar + valve spring - "
Date: August 27, 1918
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Petroleum heater under construction]

Photograph of a section of a Crown Central Petroleum Corporation heater under construction. The structure was built by Alcorn Combustion Company out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with materials provided by John Dollinger Jr., Inc. Two workers are at the top of the structure, each wearing a hard hat. The back of the photo is stamped "BM Photograph Business Men's Studio Beaumont, Texas"
Date: October 27, 1953
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Confirmation Invitation for Ahavath Sholom, 1979] (open access)

[Confirmation Invitation for Ahavath Sholom, 1979]

Invitation for the confirmation exercises for the 1979 class of Ahavath Sholom synagogue, including a list of confirmands.
Date: May 27, 1979
Creator: Congregation Ahavath Sholom
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Confirmation Invitation for Ahavath Sholom, 1982] (open access)

[Confirmation Invitation for Ahavath Sholom, 1982]

Invitation for the confirmation exercises for the 1982 class of Ahavath Sholom synagogue, including a list of confirmands.
Date: May 27, 1982
Creator: Congregation Ahavath Sholom
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard to Mrs. E. Lasker, August 27, 1941]

Postcard to Mrs. E. Lasker, discussing the sender's sickness. The front of the postcard features a colored illustration of the front of a white, two-story plantation-style house with a red roof and green window shutters. There are several trees of varying size lining the front of the building, and there is an automobile parked in the large front drive.
Date: August 27, 1941
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History
72nd Texas Legislature, Regular Session Texas House Concurrent Resolution No. 171 (open access)

72nd Texas Legislature, Regular Session Texas House Concurrent Resolution No. 171

Concurrent resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate relating to honoring the Boerne Village Band.
Date: March 27, 1991
Creator: Texas. Legislature. House of Representatives.
Object Type: Legislative Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[General Business Ledger: 1899-1902] (open access)

[General Business Ledger: 1899-1902]

Ledger containing documenting livestock inventory and sales organized by customer or seller.
Date: 1899-06-27/1902-10-14
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer, August 27, 1878] (open access)

[Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer, August 27, 1878]

Letters from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer discussing a conversation they had at a social.
Date: August 27, 1878
Creator: Davis, Emma
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer, May 27, 1879] (open access)

[Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer, May 27, 1879]

Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer discussing mutual acquaintances.
Date: May 27, 1879
Creator: Davis, Emma
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Central Fire Station]

Postcard of Beaumont Fire Department's Central Fire Station at Mulberry and Walnut streets with horse drawn fire engines, carriages, and fire fighters. On the left side of the building is a sign for "Entrance, City Hall" and two children sitting near the entrance. At that time the fire department shared the building with city hall. On the right side of the building, on the second story, appear to be legs dangling out of the window. Other buildings can be seen in the background. Printed at the top of the postcard is "Central Fire Station, Beaumont, Texas." Printed on the back of the postcard is the following information regarding the postcard's creation: "Published by S.H. Kress & Co. Made in U.S.A." and "A-466." Handwritten on the back of the postcard, "Beaumont Texas July 26, 14 Mrs. M.E. Smith Dear Aunt How are you all Why don't some of you all rite I have written to you all several times and never received any reply All well Hope this will find you all the same We like here fine This is a fine place What is William doing What has gone with them and the boys very well E.F. Scott 470 Buford …
Date: July 27, 1914
Creator: S. H. Kress & Co.
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of Dr. James Franklin Sutherlin]

Photograph of Dr. James Franklin Sutherlin posing next to a fireplace. He is wearing a vest and a coat, and his right arm is resting on a decorated pillar or counter to his right.
Date: September 27, 1883
Creator: Cadwaller
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter, June 27, 1935] (open access)

[Letter, June 27, 1935]

Letter from "kids" to "Hubby, Uncle John, and All" on June 27, 1935, discussing a visit with Maurine and Ted McElroy, and a dinner.
Date: June 27, 1935
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of John Smith]

Postcard of John Smith wearing armor and bearing a sword. His coat of arms is in the upper left corner. The note above the picture reads, "Hello Mamie, Why don't you ever write? Wish you were here with me, Sia." On the back of the postcard, a biography of John Smith is typed. The postcard is addressed to, "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1141 3rd Ave Huntington W. Va."
Date: August 27, 1907
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of S. S. Christopher Columbus of Goodrich Transit Company]

Postcard of a triple-deck steam ship sailing on the ocean. The letter on the back of the postcard reads, "Here we are on our way to Milwaukee. Wish you were here, Ofalen." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Third Ave. Huntington, W. Va. To M. I. L. Caldwell."
Date: June 27, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Holly Twig]

Postcard of a twig of holly with red berries, with the message, "With all good wishes for Christmas from Eunice." On the back of the postcard, a missive reads, "How is everyone in Beaumont? With love, Eunice." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: December 27, 1907
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Fritz Hotel in Junction]

Postcard of a two story building with two cars parked in front. The scene is described as "High in the Hills - Elevation 2180 Feet Above Sea Fritz Hotel, Junction, Texas." The author adds, "This is where we spent night." The message on the back reads, "Arrived here about 8 last night after a hat ride spent 1 1/2 hours in Austin with Mrs. Bishopp + had a picture first persons we saw when arriving here was Crowley Butler + Ray Britton - but along fine yesterday. Miss you lots - Love Mamie." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward Texas Ice Co. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: August 27, 1934
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of the Hot Wells Bath House in San Antonio]

Postcard of a two story building with a blue domed roof. The scene is further described as, "Hot Wells. In addition to the restorative qualities of its climate, San Antonio possesses hot sulphur springs which are rapidly acquiring a world wide fame. The waters come from a volcanic geyser 2000 feet deep and have a natural temperature of 104 degrees Fahrenheit. The output is about 30,000 gallons daily." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: August 27, 1910
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of New Court House in Chicago]

Postcard of a large 10 story building, at the foot of which pedestrians wander the sidewalk and yellow trolly cars rumble down the tracks. The back of the postcard reads, "Will sail in one hour, and I'll be glad as I am tired & fumbling ground. Love to all - Mama." The postcard is addressed to "Miss M. McFaddin 1141 3rd Ave. Huntington, W. Va."
Date: June 27, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Royal Street in New Orleans]

Postcard of buildings lining the sidewalk alongside a dirt road. The letter on the back is illegible but for the words, "How are my babies today?" The postcard is addressed to "Miss M. McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date: March 27, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of McFaddin, Kyle, & Weiss Rice Mill]

Postcard from G. O. Schull to Henry H. Himebaugh in San Diego, California. The image on the front of the postcard shows a mill next to railroad tracks, and printed text on the photo identifies the subject as the McFaddin, Kyle & Weiss Rice Mill in Beaumont, Texas. The handwritten message on the back of the postcard is addressed to "Uncle Henry" and says, "I was glad to hear from you. I ought to have answered sooner. It is true we are drifting that way but we are so scattered I don't know whether we could all get there together or not. I have always thought I would like to live in California on account of the climate. I don't think we will remain here much longer but I can't say just where we will go. This leaves us well. I hope it will find you the same."
Date: February 27, 1912
Creator: Schull, G. O.
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Pluto Spring in French Lick, Indiana]

Postcard of a black and white picture of two women walking along a path away from a yellow-tinted house. The letter written around the picture reads, "I have been expecting a letter from you every day and feel hurt - that every girl does not write you had I - worker escaped feel good to her from her bobies. I'll leave here any day here - Sunday - Maria." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1141 3 Ave. Huntington, W. Va."
Date: August 27, 1907
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Deer Lick Spring]

Postcard of a two story balcony connected to a house. The scene is described as "Deer Lick Spring, The Glen Springs, Watkins Glen, N. Y." The letter on the back partially reads, "My dear little girl you are so sweet to write such a nice..." the rest of the letter is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Tex. 1906 McFaddin Ave."
Date: September 27, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History