Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he says that he despaired of receiving another letter from her after waiting a month between letters. David describes what they had to leave behind when the order to move out came. He also lists what he took with him. He recounts the meeting with his mother when he returned to her home after moving to Texas. He remarks that for once she hand nothing to say. He tells Clara he raced her mare. He appreciates the hat she gave him. He explains about the care of peach trees. He also says that he thinks it would be best to allow a slave, Rhett, to marry her beau. He ends the letter by sending his love to her and the children.

Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara in which he says that despaired of receiving another letter from her after waiting a month between letters. David describes what they had to leave behind when the order to move out came. He also lists what he took with him. He recounts the meeting with his mother when he returned to her home after moving to Texas. He remarks that for once she hand nothing to say. He tells Clara he raced her mare. He appreciates the hat she gave him. He explains about the care of peach trees. He also says that he thinks it would be best to allow a slave, Rhett, to marry her beau. He ends the letter by sending his love to her and the children.

Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara telling her that Mr. J. H. Hodges would be returning home to collect clothing for his company. He gives updates on the war; his health; and the health of his fellow soldiers.

Transcript of a letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara telling her that Mr. J. H. Hodges would be returning home to collect clothing for his company. He gives updates on the war; his health; and the health of his fellow soldiers.

Book containing a brief overview of the state of Texas and more specific focus on six specific counties, with extensive biographical sketches about persons related to the history of those places. An alphabetical index of persons who are included follows the table of contents at the front of the book.

She is happy that they write each other everyday. She talks about what happened after dinner. Minnie had an old friend from school visit. She talked about her to her family and they are all happy to hear about Linnet's welfare. She always think of her. She saw Jim who acted like he hadn't heard from Linnet. Lorena saw Jett who also hadn't heard from Linnet. She talks about teaching and hearing a sermon. She received a letter from Melvin and Carter. She plans to see her in June. She talks about what she did Monday and the reason why she was unable to write Monday night. She had a weird dream Sunday night. She talks about the weather and hopes it will rain. She washed some clothes and did some reading. She went with Minnie to look at Mr. Darbis' flowers. Minnie received a letter from Linnet's father. She received a letter from Mr. Taylor who sent only Linnet love. She calls Linnet her adopted daughter and asks about the boys Linnet met. She heard about a letter from Linnet to Jim Cook. She sent a letter to Carter that she would not be going to Austin and that …

This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In this letter, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in Chambersville, TX. The news includes: a confirmation of receiving a note from Linnet written by Mary Ann, a discussion about her trips to Georgetown and Austin, details about her visit to Austin, an update on her eyes and the treatment she received from an oculist, news from her community when she got home from Austin, and a discussion about the camping trip she and her friends will go on to the river. She closes the letter by noting that she hopes Linnet will write as soon as she can and sends her best regards to the Moore family. The envelope is included with the letter.

A letter from Jane Morrill Martin to Carl B. Compton concerning the formation of a Southern branch of the College Art Association.

A letter from Walter Bray to Carl B. Compton about art supply advertising in an issue of The Texas Art Teacher magazine.

A partial list of members of an unknown art association from a bulletin published by Southwestern University in Georgetown. There is a handwritten note on the back.

Bulletin excerpts about Carl Compton written by Southwestern University.

A thank you letter from Alexandre Hogue to Carl B. Compton.

A bulletin for the National Association for Art Education about Southwestern University.

Advertisement flyer for the "Spring Dance" play put on by The Mask and Wig Club held at Southwestern University in Georgetown.

A letter from Merritt to Carl B. Compton detailing pricing on a booklet that he inquired about.

A letter from Lillian Kuduer, Editorial Secretary at McGraw-Hill Book Company, to Carl B. Compton about the rejection of his manuscript.

A letter addressed to Carl B. Compton from Frederic Taubes about a suggestion he had made to him about using Natural Copal Resin for mixing oil paints.

A letter from Frank Callcott to Carl B. Compton in reply to Carl's invitation to him to become a member of the Southwestern University Arts Club.

A letter from Ralph Douglass to Carl B. Compton about the Taos summer school.

A letter from Frank Callcott to Carl B. Compton about packing prints for the Southwestern University Arts Club.

A letter from Nelson Reese to Carl B. Compton.

A letter from Charlotte C. Burt to Carl B. Compton regarding information concerning university transfer credits.

A thank you letter from Charles H. Burmeister to Carl B. Compton regarding his order.

A thank you letter from Jane M. Martin to Cart B. Compton.