Letter written by J.W. Ward of the Texas & Pacific Railway Company to K.K. Legett, concerning passage for his cattle underneath the railroad tracks on his land.

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Linnet Moore and is addressed to Charles B. Moore, Mary Ann Moore, and Willie. In the letter, Linnet updates the Moore family on the goings-on in Austin during her visit. The news includes: a confirmation on the receipt of their letter, a discussion about her, Lula, and Carter's day at the lake, details about how fun it was to row up the lake about four miles and notes on what they saw, a dialogue about the difference in temperature between home and Austin, an update about things she has done and how you can see the whole town from the University, and details on how her and Lula will go and visit the Lunatic asylum. She closes the letter as it is time for the postman to com and deliver or pick up mail. She notes that the Moore's must write her soon. The envelope is included with the letter.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz mentions contacting James Luther Slayden, United States Representative from Texas, about participating in a competitive examination for appointment to the US Naval Academy. The letter is on St. Charles Hotel (Kerrville, Texas) stationery.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz mentions contacting James Luther Slayden, United States Representative from Texas, about participating in a competitive examination for appointment to the US Naval Academy.

Telegram from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. H. Kempner discussing the 1900 Galveston Hurricane and giving details about the death list, friends' houses gutted, churches destroyed, no trains operation for days, and there are ample food supplies.

Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore in which she writes about Claude D. White's love for Linnet. The letter has been badly damaged and large parts of the information is lost. She appears to write about her activities, her family and friends, and a trip that she made.

Letter from City of Galveston Board of Commissioner to I. H. Kempner and B. Adoue discussing authorization from the commissioners for Kempner to travel to New York in regards representing the bond-holders of Galveston City Bonds payment of interest on bonds.

Letter from Earl Yates to his "Papa" discussing sales at the shoe store; there is a list on the back of the letter stating customers' names along with the total amount the each spent.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his experiences while participating in the Grand Army of the Republic parade in Washington, DC. Nimitz also shares the news that his class will graduate in June, 1904 as ensigns. (Nimitz actually graduated in January, 1905.) This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.

Letter from Ida Moses to her uncle, Dr. Joseph Pound, discussing her upcoming visit to his place; her husband's business will keep them from visiting until the middle of November but hope to "stay a few weeks." Ida also says that her mother is especially looking forward to the visit as she has not seen her grandchildren for a year.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his experiences while participating in the Grand Army of the Republic parade in Washington, DC. Nimitz also shares the news that his class will graduate in June, 1904 as ensigns. (Nimitz actually graduated in January, 1905)

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz, writing from aboard the USS Indiana (BB-1), recalls an uneventful trip from New York to Boston. He mentions waiting at the gangway for pretty girls to escort around the ship while it was open to visitors.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz, writing from aboard the USS Indiana (BB-1), recalls an uneventful trip from New York to Boston. He mentions waiting at the gangway for pretty girls to escort around the ship while it was open to visitors.

Letter to Tom Scott from his father, upon Tom's engagement.

Letter from A. E. Trent to Linnet Moore White giving information on the family's health, the weather, and the activities of Ruth White. The letter from Mattie Franklin is discussed. The the crops, canning, and the fate of the chickens are discussed.

Letter from J. F. Cunningham to William John Bryan discussing how inexpensive his trip was thanks to Bryan lending his passes to Cunningham.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions the USS Ohio (BB-12) is being repaired and is late in leaving port. He also comments on the weather in the Bay Area. This letter is on USS Ohio stationery.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions the USS Ohio (BB-12) is being repaired and is late in leaving port. He also comments on the weather in the Bay Area.

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Moore. In this letter, Jernigan informs Moore of the goings-on in Van Alystne, TX. The news includes: a discussion about how the recent storms have affected her community and the communities around her, a dialogue about Claud marrying and how she hasn't visited since January, details about how she feels about the situation with Claud, a discussion about commencement and the possibility of Mary visiting, an aside about Belle coming down with the chills and how hard it is to get her to take medicine, details about the commencement program, and updates about family members and their plans for commencement. The envelope is included with the letter.

Letter from O. L. Slaton to Henry Sayles stating that his people are anxious to take any steps to further the Santa Fe, but they will assist if needed. Slaton will give a map with the best route.

Letter from W. J. McKinley to Friends. He says he doesn't care for writing, but would talk your ear off. He is doing well with his job and expects a raise. He talks about his crops. He is going to buy a sow and then sell her in the fall. After that he wants to go visit them. Mr. Lawrence visited and he wishes they lived closer. He hopes next year will be better for them. He talks about all of their cats. There was an oil leak at the depot. The next litter he has, he is going to send Claude a puppy.

Letter to Charles B. Selby informing him a note for land near Wichita Falls has been transferred to H. Kempner. The writer gives the original agreement to Selby for inspection before it went to the bank.

Letter from S. V. Proudgt, Assistant Commissioner, to Bob Perryman, assignee of John W. Short stating that the claim that Bob Perryman had made to land 140 miles southwest of Boonville, Missouri was rejected because there was no proof that the John W. Short he purchased the land from was the same person who had been awarded the land on August 7, 1866 for military service.

Letter from Sayles & Sayles to D. T. Bomar remitting a copy of a court order that is also being delivered to Percy Jones. Sayles & Sayles ask for the name of Jones' railroad corporation.