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[Orders to Bring J. L. Kincaid to Serve as Juror]
Orders for officers to retrieve and bring to court Mr. J. L. Kincaid to serve on the jury of the case of M. E. Sayles vs. W. L. Campbell et al.
Date:
September 30, 1901
Creator:
Garrison, G. H.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to W. T. Drake, September 30, 1909]
Letter to W. T. Drake stating that merchants and shippers in Abilene are wanting to build a railroad that runs southeast, so as to have control that will benefit them. The writer states a connection with Drake's railroad would be favored as it would be beneficial to all parties.
Date:
September 30, 1909
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner, September 11, 1908]
Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner regarding the selling of his stock or interest in land in Lee County. Sayles does not want to lose control of the stock or sell it for less than what it's worth. Sayles lists the profits that could be made from the Wichita Water & Light Company. The two are waiting on a president to be elected for the company.
Date:
September 11, 1908
Creator:
Sayles, Henry
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, September 8, 1909]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles delivering copies of a letter.
Date:
September 8, 1909
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from David T. Bomar to Henry Sayles, September 1, 1909]
Letter from David T. Bomar to Henry Sayles stating he is waiting for Will Stith's return.
Date:
September 1, 1909
Creator:
Bomar, David T.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Promissory Note To Morgan Jones, September 17, 1908]
Promissory note to Morgan Jones in the amount $2,000.00 due upon the "completion of the laying of standard-gauge railroad from Abilene, in a sourtherly direction across the south line of Taylor County," with an interest rate of ten percent until the note is paid. This note is unsigned.
Date:
September 17, 1908
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from H. K. Frank to Sayles & Bradshaw, September 5, 1907]
Letter from M. K. Frank to Sayles & Bradshaw stating he has all sections of new and relaying rails in stock that can be shipped immediately.
Date:
September 5, 1907
Creator:
Frank, M. K.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, September 1, 1908]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles discussing an increase in stock to be authorized. Kempner asks about an obligation Sayles has to mature this month and proposes an interest rate of 7%.
Date:
September 1, 1908
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner, September 11, 1908]
Letter from Henry Sayles to I. H. Kempner discussing stock to possibly sell. Sayles' son Henry objects to the arrangement because of his obligation to sell land in Lee County. Sayles states he would not sell anyone else his interest in the Water & Light Company stock. Sayles mentions the demand for water is growing rapidly and discusses other plants in Abilene.
Date:
September 11, 1908
Creator:
Sayles, Henry
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. A. Myers and J. H. Searcy to Sayles & Sayles, September 20, 1906]
Letter from R. A. Myers and J. H. Searcy to Sayles & Sayles delivering an original petition in cause No. 284.
Date:
September 20, 1906
Creator:
Myers, R. A. & Searcy, J. H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. G. Wood to Henry Sayles, September 22, 1909]
Letter from A. G. Wood to Henry Sayles discussing business with the First State Bank and Trust Company of Abilene. One of Wood's colleagues is residing in California and Wood asks Sayles if he can refer anyone to represent the First State Bank and Trust Company of Abilene.
Date:
September 22, 1909
Creator:
Wood, A. G.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, September 23, 1908]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles discussing Kemp's resignation and Sayles beginning as president of a company. Kempner discusses how he thinks Sayles may appease the stockholders by issuing dividends.
Date:
September 23, 1908
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Iron City Steel Company to Sayles & Bradshaw, September 7, 1907]
Letter from Iron City Steel Company to Sayles & Bradshaw expressing interest in rails that are for sale by Sayles & Bradshaw. Iron City Steel Company also has rails available for sale as well.
Date:
September 7, 1907
Creator:
Iron City Steel Company
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter to Sayles & Bradshaw, September 11,1907]
Letter to Sayles & Bradshaw informing them that the construction of the Abilene railroad will begin shortly.
Date:
September 11, 1907
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Promissory Note To Morgan Jones, September 17, 1908]
Promissory note to Morgan Jones in the amount $2,000.00 due upon the "completion of the laying of standard-gauge railroad from Abilene, in a sourtherly direction across the south line of Taylor County," with an interest rate of ten percent until the note is paid. This note is unsigned.
Date:
September 17, 1908
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, September 19, 1908]
Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing a decision to be made by creditors. Hughes does not understand why his interest was left out of a purchase. Hughes does believe that whoever buys his notes will make money, especially those in business with David Bomar.
Date:
September 19, 1908
Creator:
Hughes, F. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Promissory Note to Morgan Jones, September 17, 1908]
Promissory note to Morgan Jones in the amount $2,000.00 due upon the "completion of the laying of standard-gauge railroad from Abilene, in a sourtherly direction across the south line of Taylor County," with an interest rate of ten percent until the note is paid. This note is unsigned.
Date:
September 17, 1908
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[M. E. Sayles vs W. T. Campbell et al.: Motion to Quash]
Motion to throw out, or quash, an answer that witness Bettie Bryan gave to the third cross-investigation question in the court case of M. E. Sayles vs W. T. Campbell et al.
Date:
September 1901
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[M. E. Sayles vs W. T. Campbell et al.: Direct and Cross Interrogatories]
Direct and cross interrogation questions to the witness, W. S. Davidson, in the court case of M. E. Sayles vs. W. T. Campbell et al.
Date:
September 13, 1901
Creator:
Cockrell, Fred; Spatts, E. R. & Wagstaff, J. M.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, September 15, 1908]
Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing Bomar's plans to negotiate ownership of a property based on his own terms and conditions. Hughes believes Morgan Jones is assisting Bomar in this matter. Hughes wishes to protect his interest in railroad bonds
Date:
September 15, 1908
Creator:
Hughes, F. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History