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[Letter from William Buser to Harry Gaby - December 8, 1944]
Letter from Reliance Foundry Co. president William Buser to Pfc. Harry Gaby discussing a transcript from a radio broadcast and meeting Gaby the week before.
Date:
December 8, 1944
Creator:
Buser, William
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Weirton Steel Company to Harry Gaby - July 2, 1945]
Letter from the manager of the Industrial Relations Department at Weirton Steel Company to Pfc. Harry Gaby describing an enclosed bound volume of photos documenting a visit by Gaby and other World War II soldiers to Weirton facilities to see factories producing ammunition.
Date:
July 2, 1945
Creator:
Weirton Steel Company. Industrial Relations Department.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. M. Corll to Harry T. Gaby - January 12, 1945]
Letter from R. M. Corll to Harry T. Gaby discussing a box containing a knife, two knife cases, and heating units with tablets to build fires. In the letter, R. M. Corll apologizes for not being able to give his farewell in person. Corll asks Gaby to call at his convenience.
Date:
January 12, 1945
Creator:
Corll, R. M.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. G. Bradstock to Mrs. J. T. Gaby - January 8, 1945]
Letter from W. G. Bradstock to J. T. Gaby expressing gratitude for the character of her son, Harry Gaby, who visited the Fletcher Enamel Company as a part of the Fire Power for Eisenhower tour. Along with this letter, Bradstock sent a package of enamel kitchen ware to further their expression of gratitude to Harry Gaby's mother. Bradstock says in the letter that they would come to Harry Gaby's aid if he needs anything.
Date:
January 8, 1945
Creator:
Bradstock, W. G.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William Beiser to Harry Gaby - December 22, 1944]
Letter from William Beiser to Harry Gaby praising him for his trip to the foundry and the impression he made on their people. Beiser goes on to wish a Gaby well on his tour and victory in WWII so he could be reunited with his friends and family.
Date:
December 22, 1944
Creator:
Beiser, William
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Joe Davis to Catherine Davis - February 22, 1944]
Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing his leaving for Nevada, trying to find a place for her to stay if she visits, and drinking a few beers with other soldiers. A portion of text has been removed from the letter.
Date:
February 22, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Joseph Emmett
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Joe Davis to Catherine Davis - February 20, 1944]
Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing a night out drinking with other soldiers, eating dinner at the service club, the weather, a group of boys gambling away their pay, and his appreciation of the beautiful countryside.
Date:
February 20, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Joseph Emmett
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - November 17, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including her plans to send Joe more packages, drinking whiskey with Pat, and the weather.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - October 19, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including receiving a letter from Cope, waxing the floors and doing other chores around the house, and plans to go home for the weekend.
Date:
October 19, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - October 23, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including attending Mamie Jane's wedding, going to Gonzales with Heine, and expecting Emma to visit her more since her husband has gone overseas.
Date:
October 23, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - August 11, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including multiple grass fires in town, quiet mornings with their pets, and a plan for a visit home over the weekend.
Date:
August 11, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - October 20, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including seeing Heine, planning not to attend Mamie Jane's wedding, and an update from Leepy that Johnny has been missing in action since September 27.
Date:
October 20, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - October 2, 1944]
First page of letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including Dan Jr. catching a train to California, watching the movie "Going My Way," the contents of his Christmas package, and plans to go home to see Margie.
Date:
October 2, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - November 14, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including visiting Jenny the previous evening, plans for a quiet night in, and Mammy's new habit of sleeping late.
Date:
November 14, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - February 27, 1945]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including Kelly having a nervous breakdown and plans for dinner with Mae and Lorraine. Catherine also celebrates that Joe has completed 36 missions, and looks forward to his homecoming.
Date:
February 27, 1945
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - March 5, 1945]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including going to Maxine's party on Saturday night, visiting Mother, who is suffering with her broken ribs, and Kelly being in the hospital in San Antonio.
Date:
March 5, 1945
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis Regarding Events in Hometown]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including an update that Mother is feeling better and learning about the warfront in France from J.D.'s letter to Mr. Seay.
Date:
1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - July 24, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including busyness at work, Elaine coming to stay with her, and Mr. Baily making a bound book about the local service men.
Date:
July 24, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - June 28, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including a wedding shower for Baby, plans for dinner with Mammy, and Honey's plans to enlist in the Navy before he is drafted. Catherine also encourages Joe to ease off on his drinking.
Date:
June 28, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - January 10, 1945]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including the weather, Lorraine mailing her some blouses, and Mrs. Bronson receiving a letter from Roy, who is a prisoner of the Germans.
Date:
January 10, 1945
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - May 26, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including Lorraine returning from Florida and plans to go to Gonzales for the weekend, Catherine also tells Joe to ask for things he would like so she can mail him a package.
Date:
May 26, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - June 24, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including a visit from Evelyn the previous night, Catherine's plans to maintain her figure, and that the men of the 36th are presumed to be coming home.
Date:
June 24, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - January 11, 1945]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including lunch with Jenny, James receiving his orders to report to the Merchant Marines on January 15, and Elaine having a cold. Catherine also expresses her appreciation of Joe's anniversary gift.
Date:
January 11, 1945
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Catherine Davis to Joe Davis - May 29, 1944]
Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including plans to paint the house, Jessamon coming home, Lyt Callahan marrying Mrs. Oaks, and receiving letters from their friends in Tonopah.
Date:
May 29, 1944
Creator:
Davis, Catherine Dawe
System:
The Portal to Texas History