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[Letter from James H. Price, Jr. to Isaac Herbert Kempner, February 26, 1957]
Letter from James H. Price, Jr. to Isaac Herbert Kempner thanking him for his letter of February 11th and mentions that as he's leaving Washington and Lee, it would be best for him to release the room himself at the Robert E. Lee Hotel.
Date:
February 26, 1957
Creator:
Price, James H., Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Julian L. Schley to I. H. Kempner, March 3, 1962]
Letter from Julian L. Schley to I. H. Kempner expressing pleasure in informing Ike that he and Hennie expect to be in Washington around the first of May and suggests setting aside time to update each other on various personal and global affairs, including those of Galveston. The letter mentions that they have spent the winter visiting friends in Palm Beach and enjoying outdoor activities.
Date:
March 3, 1962
Creator:
Schley, Julian
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Fred H. Husbands to Isaac Herbert Kempner, April 19, 1962]
Letter from Fred H. Husbands to Isaac Herbert Kempner expressing how delighted he's to know that Kempner would be with them for the Congressional reception and dinner in Washington on May 1.
Date:
April 19, 1962
Creator:
Husbands, Fed H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Marian Edward Groner to I. H. Kempner, April 17, 1962]
Letter from Marian Edward Groner to I. H. Kempner expressing Marian's anticipation for a visit from Kempner, appreciates their previous correspondence, and relays personal updates. He mentions he enjoyed reading the Kempner's book, references mutual acquaintances. He looks forward to meeting again and concludes with warm regards.
Date:
April 17, 1962
Creator:
Groner, Marian Edward
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Eloise Thornberry to I. H. Kempner, January 10, 1955]
Letter from Eloise Thornberry to I. H. Kempner expressing gratitude to Mr. Kempner for the preserved figs he sent. She appreciates the generosity and concludes by wishing Mr. Kempner and his family a very happy new year, expressing her sentiments sincerely.
Date:
January 10, 1955
Creator:
Thornberry, Eloise
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Roy Miller to I. H. Kempner, February 28, 1945]
Letter from Roy Miller to I. H. Kempner discussing his recent activities, including taking time off after the River and Harbor Bill passed and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee approved the Water Treaty. He expresses his reservations about a proposal to move the Medical Department of the University away from Galveston, citing the state’s substantial investment in its facilities there as a reason to maintain its location.
Date:
February 28, 1945
Creator:
Miller, Roy
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 17, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady acknowledging the senator's travel to Washington, Chicago, and New York, and mentions a forthcoming payment of $29.55, suggesting that the senator has undercharged on his retainer. The letter also includes a handwritten note detailing expenses related to travel, including an advance, salary, and express charges, with a total cost and clarifications for travel to Austin and Meridian. The top portion of a General Bulletin from the Committee for Economic Development addressed to committee members is also enclosed.
Date:
November 17, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from D. Bailey Calvin to I. H. Kempner, October 9, 1944]
Letter from D. Bailey Calvin to I. H. Kempner providing a list of state-supported medical schools in different U.S. cities from their main universities and notes that half of these are not on the same campus as the main university. He suggests that Dr. Leake will address alumni matters upon his return to Galveston and offers further assistance if needed.
Date:
October 9, 1944
Creator:
Calvin, D. Bailey
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Allen Kimberly, April 19, 1954]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Colonel Allen Kimberly thanking him for the postcard he sent and expressing his disappointment at not getting to host Col. Kimberly.
Date:
April 19, 1954
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William R. Catton, Jr. to Mr. I. H. Kempner, March 12, 1958]
Letter from William R. Catton, Jr. to Mr. I. H. Kempner requesting to anonymously fill a questionnaire for a research project.
Date:
March 12, 1958
Creator:
Catton, William R., Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Advertising Circular from Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards]
Advertising circular from Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards providing information about fruit of the month club memberships. One side of the flyer has color illustrations of cherries, pears, peaches, and nectarines along with descriptions and prices for each type of fruit. A blank order form and details about the fruit delivered each month via the membership is printed on the reverse.
Date:
1954~
Creator:
Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards, June 23, 1954]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards requesting that they inform him when the Cherry Package he ordered will be shipped.
Date:
June 23, 1951
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards, June 9, 1954]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards ordering a Cherry Package.
Date:
June 9, 1954
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards, July 16, 1954]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards ordering either cherries or nectarines to be sent to Betty L. Norman.
Date:
July 16, 1954
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards, September 29, 1854]
Letter from Isaac H. Kempner to Myron Foster's Hesperian Orchards ordering peaches if they are available, and requesting that they inform him when apples will be available in October.
Date:
September 29, 1954
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, October 20, 1945]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan discussing the Founders Club, various localities that might be a good place to solicit donations, and the need for a trained solicitor.
Date:
October 20, 1945
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan, November 25, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to William M. Nathan discussing the cost of the new Hillel building along with some personal travel plans.
Date:
November 25, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred F. Florence, December 16, 1944]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Fred F. Florence explaining his recent return from vacation and notifying him that he will need to talk with Rabbi Friedman before responding to Florence's request for information.
Date:
December 16, 1944
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Brig. Gen. Manuel Jose Asensio, April 23, 1951]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Brig. Gen. Manuel Jose Asensio explaining that he will unfortunately be away from Galveston when Asensio arrives. He invites Asensio to visit his children while in Galveston and hopes to make a stop on the way back to visit him and Ruth.
Date:
August 23, 1951
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from M. J. Asensio to Mr. and Mrs. I. H. Kempner, May 3, 1951]
Letter from M. J. Asensio to Mr. and Mrs. I. H. Kempner thanking them for the recent letter and explaining why he had to miss them when in Galveston.
Date:
May 3, 1951
Creator:
Asensio, M. J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter From Isaac Herbert Kempner to The Barclay Hotel, May 5, 1951]
Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to The Barclay Hotel handing the Santa Fe Baggage Check and mentions that it'd arrive in New York no later than ,ay 9th, so he requests them to place it in their room before they arrive from Washington.
Date:
May 5, 1951
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Hon. Clark W. Thompson, December 23, 1949]
Letter from I. H. Kempner to Hon. Clark W. Thompson discussing the delivery of a letter received from Mr. John C. Lee.
Date:
December 23, 1949
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Harley Hise to Mr. I. H. Kempner, December 14, 1949]
Letter from Harley Hise to Mr. I. H. Kempner discussing the Board of Directors' appreciation for his service while sending regards for the holidays.
Date:
December 14, 1949
Creator:
Hise, Harley
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Edward Randall Thompson, Jr. to Mrs. Francis P. Gaines, January 7, 1964]
Letter from Edward Randall Thompson, Jr. to Mrs. Francis P. Gaines sharing his deep condolences for the death of Dr. Francis P. Gaines.
Date:
January 7, 1964
Creator:
Thompson, Edward Randall, Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History