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School Pictures
Copy negative of seven school pictures of the Webb children. In the first row, the first picture is of Paul in 1962, the second is of Lucian in 1961, the third and fourth are of Luther in 1961 and 1962, and the fifth is of Lucian in 1962. Below are pictures of Tammie and Rebecca in 1970. The children's names and the year are written on the pictures.
Date:
{1961,1962,1970}
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Envelope Addressed to Paul A. Hill]
Envelope from the United States Air Force addressed to Captain Paul A. Hill.
Date:
May 25, 1961
Creator:
United States. Air Force.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Galleon, Volume 37, Number 2, Spring 1961
The Galleon literary magazine of McMurry College includes editorials, book reviews, and original short stories, plays, poetry, and artwork. The publication also includes advertisements from local businesses.
Date:
1961
Creator:
McMurry College
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Behrens Chapel Concept Drawing]
An architect's rendering of the proposed Behrens Chapel at Hardin-Simmons University, depicting a side view of the building’s exterior. Note in the lower-left corner reads, "A Chapel - Auditorium for Hardin-Simmons University -- Abilene, Texas."
Date:
1961
Creator:
F. C. Olds Company
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Photograph of Ferguson Hall]
Photograph of Ferguson Hall at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. Typed note on the bottom of the photo reads, “Ferguson Hall serves as the dormitory for freshman men students.”
Date:
1961
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Photograph of Van Ellis Theatre]
Photograph of the Van Ellis Theater at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas, showing the front of the glass, brick, and lattice-patterned building. Telephone lines, various buildings, and cars parked on the street can be seen reflected back in the building’s windows.
Date:
[1961..]
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Behrens Chapel Concept Drawing]
An architect's rendering of the proposed Behrens Chapel at Hardin-Simmons University, depicting an aerial view of the building’s exterior. Handwritten note in blue ink on the back reads, "Chapel-auditorium under construction at Hardin-Simmons University."
Date:
1961
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Early Cemetery Records, Abilene, Texas, Book 2]
Cemetery records for the Cedar Hill cemetery from 1882 - 1960.
Date:
1961
Creator:
West Texas Genealogical Society
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Abilene City Federation of Women's Clubs Minutes: 1961 - 1963]
Minutes of the Abilene City Federation of Women's Clubs in Abilene, Texas documenting the group's discussions and activities from 1961 through 1963.
Date:
1961/1963
Creator:
Abilene City Federation of Women's Clubs
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harry F. Thompson to Dr. Rex Kyker]
Letter from Harry F. Thompson, Director of University Theatre at Hardin-Simmons University, to Dr. Rex Kyker complimenting Abilene Christian College on their production of the 1961 ACC Homecoming musical "The King and I." In the letter Thompson expresses his approval of the acting abilities of the actor who played the King and those who played minor roles in the play.
Date:
November 27, 1961
Creator:
Thompson, Harry F.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Robert D. Hunter to Lewis Fulks #3]
Letter from Robert D. Hunter, Director of Alumni Relations at Abilene Christian College, to Lewis Fulks at ACC. In the letter, Hunter congratulates Fulks on his production of "The King and I," the 1961 Homecoming musical production.
Date:
December 4, 1961
Creator:
Hunter, Robert D.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Program: The King and I, 1961]
Program for a production of The King and I at Abilene Christian University performed in Sewell Auditorium from November 23rd to 25th, 1961. It includes a list of cast and staff, and other information about the play.
Date:
1961
Creator:
Abilene Christian College
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Early Cemetery Records, Abilene, Texas, Book 1]
Cemetery records for the Abilene City, Masonic, and Odd Fellows cemeteries from 1882 - 1960. There is a short essay included at the beginning regarding the problems faced while compiling records and the information necessary for interpreting them, as well as the history related to the cemeteries.
Date:
1961
Creator:
West Texas Genealogical Society
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Walter S. Pope to Mr. Tommy Carswell - 1961]
A letter written to Mr. Tommy Carswell from Walter S. Pope, Abilene, Texas, dated 1961. Pope expresses his and Mrs. Pope's appreciation for the letter from Carswell and wishing to use Carswell's "beautiful language" reciprocates their feelings and good wishes for Carswell.
Date:
1961
Creator:
Pope, Walter S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from George S. Anderson to T. N. Carswell - January 18, 1961]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Geo. S. Anderson, President, Abilene Printing & Stationery Company, Abilene, Texas, dated January 18, 1961. Anderson expresses his appreciation for Carswell's friendship and that his letter helped him. He writes of when he sees Carswell seating people at Church of how he looks in place and that he knows where Carswell will stand with any moral question.
Date:
January 18, 1961
Creator:
Anderson, Geo. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Form letter from Ideals Publishing Company to T. N. Carswell]
A form letter written to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Ideals Publishing Co., Milwaukee 1, Wisconsin. Confirmation of Gift Subscription order for Easter from T. N. Carswell to Misses Susan and Marilyn Mead of Abilene, Texas.
Date:
1961
Creator:
Ideals Publishing Company
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Form letter from Ideals Publishing Company to T. N. Carswell]
A form letter written to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Ideals Publishing Co., Milwaukee 1, Wisconsin. Confirmation of Gift Subscription order for Easter from T. N. Carswell to Misses Carol and Janice and Master Ronald Fogle of Abilene, Texas.
Date:
1961
Creator:
Ideals Publishing Company
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Senator David W. Ratliff to T. N. Carswell - July 18, 1961]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from David W. Ratliff, The Senate of The State of Texas, Austin, dated July 18, 1961. Ratliff expresses his appreciation for Carswell's help with his tenure of "Governor for a Day".
Date:
July 18, 1961
Creator:
Ratliff, David W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from P. D. O'Brien to T. N. Carswell - July 26, 1961]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from P. D. O'Brien, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Big Spring, Texas, dated July 26, 1961. O'Brien expresses his pleasure at having the occasion to meet and fellowship with Carswell even if only briefly all these years and reminisces about the "good days at old Simmons College". He expresses his pleasure in doing the favor [witnessing Mrs. Carswell's signature] and for the check which he put into the building fund "hoping it will yield dividends for all eternity".
Date:
July 26, 1961
Creator:
O'Brien, P. D.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane - September 15, 1961]
A letter written to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane, from T. N. Carswell, dated September 15, 1961. Carswell advises Crane regarding the corner stone taken from Anna Hall when the building was demolished and replaced by the new Students Union Building, and he reports on contents found in a time capsule. He reminds Crane of the vote taken by the Trustees to give the corner stone to her but advises her that Mr. Caldwell suggested the stone be preserved here by placing it in an interior wall of the new building now going up. Carswell advises that they all want to do what will be most pleasing to her.
Date:
September 15, 1961
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. M. Collier to T. N. Carswell - April 10, 1961]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated April 10, 1961. The letter includes a notification by Collier of a meeting of the Board of Trustees which has been called by Mr. Anderson. Dinner will be served.
Date:
April 10, 1961
Creator:
Collier, E. M.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from E. M. Collier to T. N. Carswell - December 6, 1961]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated December 6, 1961. The letter contains a notification by Collier of a meeting of the Trustees which has been called by Mr. Anderson. Building plans for the new addition are to be presented to the Board.
Date:
December 6, 1961
Creator:
Collier, E. M.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Copy of a Will for Byrdie Pearl Carswell]
A copy of a will for Byrdie Pearl Carswell, dated July 17, 1961.
Date:
July 17, 1961
Creator:
Carswell, Byrdie
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Receipt by Big Spring State Hospital for payment from T. N. Carswell for the account of Byrdie Carswell]
An official cash receipt from Big Spring State Hospital, Big Spring, Texas, dated December 20, 1961. In Payment of Board & Treatment of Byrdie Carswell. Received of T. N. Carswell.
Date:
December 20, 1961
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History