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[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Helen Muller - June 17, 1965]
A letter written to Miss Hiller Muller, Goodwell, Oklahoma from T. N. Carswell, dated June 17, 1965. Carswell advises Muller that he is writing on information that she is a niece of Dr. Cyrus N. Ray and explains his concern for Dr. Cyrus N. Ray as in need of institutional care.
Date:
June 17, 1965
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell addressed to Superintendent, Public Schools, Blackwell, Oklahoma - June 5, 1965]
A letter addressed to the Superintendent, Public Schools, Blackwell, Okla. from T. N. Carswell, dated June 5, 1965. Carswell explains his concern for Dr. Cyrus N. Ray as in need of institutional care and requests assistance in locating his family. The reverse side includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co. A Division of Abilene Machine Co., 1342 Pine Street, Abilene, Texas and bears Assurance Opaque Parchment watermark.
Date:
June 5, 1965
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mrs. Pearl Baggett to T. N. Carswell - June 14, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Mrs. Pearl Baggett, Secretary to Superintendent, Blackwell, Oklahoma, dated June 14, 1965. Baggett advises that she found no relative information concerning Dr. Cyrus N. Ray but suggests that he write to the local newspaper, The Journal Tribune, to a Mrs. Helen Seubert.
Date:
June 14, 1965
Creator:
Baggett, Pearl
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to the Postmaster, Cleburne, Texas - May 3, 1965]
A letter addressed to the Postmaster, Cleburne, Texas from T. N. Carswell, dated May 3, 1965. Carswell explains his concern as a friend of Dr. Cyrus N. Ray for the need of institutional care and requests assistance in locating the family of Dr. Ray.
Date:
May 3, 1965
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J. D. Sandefer, Jr. to T. N. Carswell and Mr. Harvey Brown - April 19, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell and Mr. Harvey Brown, Abilene, Texas from "Jake" [J. D. Sandefer, Jr.], Breckenridge, Texas, dated April 19, 1965. Copy to Grace Compere, Gib Sandefer and Bill J. Walker. Sandefer expresses the appreciation from Grace, Gib and himself for the flowers that Carswell and Brown placed on his parent's graves and advises of his "acquired knowledge" that A. J. Morgan had planted the bluebonnets years ago.
Date:
April 19, 1965
Creator:
Sandefer, J. D., Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gib Sandefer to T. N. Carswell]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Gib Sandefer, Marines' Memorial Club, San Francisco 2, California, dated Saturday. Sandefer advises that he went by Mare Island which always makes him think of Carswell and World War One. He discusses his humorous list of qualifications that he gave to Jake [J. D. Sandefer, Jr.] regarding recommendations for the new President of their "ole' school" [Hardin-Simmons University] noting he [Elwin Lloyd Skiles] might be the best since Prexy [J. D. Sandefer, Sr.]. He advises that he intends to write to Skiles and offer his help but that he is like his dad and "not in the ass kissing business" so he will wait to see if it will be appreciated. He requests that he tell Uncle Johnnie Roach that while he was at LBJ's Ranch when playing Austin he ran into someone from HSU who's sister married T. J. Bailey of Ozona.
Date:
1966
Creator:
Sandefer, Gib
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gib Sandefer to T. N. Carswell - April 28, 1965]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Gib Sandefer, Hotel Harding, Marion, Ohio, dated April 28, 1965. Sandefer expresses his appreciation to Carswell for his love, devotion and the many things he has done for his parents through the years noting that they had loved Carswell as much as their own. He advises that this is his 35th Tour of the Nation with his "current outfit" stating that the Lord has been good to him and he has always loved him, more now if possible, that he may not get to heaven by following a Baptist book but will take that chance. He asks after Byrdie [Byrdie Carswell] and expresses his gratitude for Carswell's friendship through the years.
Date:
April 28, 1965
Creator:
Sandefer, Gib
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mr. and Mrs. Whitehead - June 28, 1963]
A letter addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Whitehead from T. N. Carswell, dated June 28, 1963. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the gift to him of a brief case stating that Whitehead could not have selected and sent to him anything more genuinely appreciated.
Date:
June 28, 1963
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[A welcome home sentiment written by T. N. Carswell for Laurence and Lucie Whitehead - May 15, 1963]
A l welcome home sentiment written by T. N. Carswell and to be sent with flowers ordered via Mrs. Eggleston for Laurence and Lucie Whitehead.
Date:
May 15, 1963
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Lucie Whitehead to T. N. Carswell - August 12, 1964]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Lucie Whitehead, dated August 12, 1964. Whitehead acknowledges her receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises that whenever he is able to be there that she will be ready to attack the income tax reports. She advises of Lucie Jean, Frank and the boys having sailed for England and that Laurence has health issues.
Date:
August 12, 1964
Creator:
Whitehead, Lucie K.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mrs. Eggleston - May 15, 1963]
A letter written to Mrs. Eggleston from T. N. Carswell, dated May 15, 1963. Carswell advises of a change in his preference regarding the flowers for the Whiteheads requesting that she select the color (if his preference of red does not work as well), the quantity and the placement in the home. Carswell advises, in a postscript, that the arrival of the Whiteheads is to be shortly after May 20th. Typewritten carbon copy bearing Esleeck Fidelity Onion Skin watermark. Attachment includes: Welcome home sentiment written by T. N. Carswell and to be sent with flowers ordered via Mrs. Eggleston for Laurence and Lucie Whitehead. Typewritten carbon copy bearing Assurance Opaque Parchment watermark.
Date:
May 15, 1963
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to The State Department of Health, Texas - February 21, 1963]
A letter addressed to the State Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics, Austin, Texas from T. N. Carswell, dated February 21, 1963. Carswell requests three copies of the death certificate of Arthur Robert Ross who died January 17, 1926 to be sent to Edna R. Johnson of Pecos, Texas. He advises of an attached check to cover costs and that Senator Bullock, Senator Ratliff or Representative Raleigh Brown will vouch for him. The reverse side includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co. A Division of Abilene Machine Co., 1342 Pine Street, Abilene, Texas and bears Assurance Opaque Parchment watermark.
Date:
February 21, 1963
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Ben E. Keith - December 11, 1962]
A letter addressed to Ben E. Keith from T. N. Carswell, dated December 11, 1962. Carswell orders Poinsettia Gift Packs to be delivered December 21 or 22 and writes original sentiments to be included for each recipient. The reverse side includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co. A Division of Abilene Machine Co., 1342 Pine Street, Abilene, Texas and bears Assurance Opaque Parchment watermark.
Date:
December 11, 1962
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Messrs. John, Earl, Repps, and William Guitar - December 1962]
A letter addressed to Messrs. John, Earl, Repps, and William Guitar from T. N. Carswell, dated Christmas 1962. Carswell expresses his fondness for their parents reminiscing of his association with them while employed at the Abilene Chamber of Commerce and congratulates "you boys" stating that their parents would have reason to be proud of of them. The reverse side includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co. A Division of Abilene Machine Co., 1342 Pine Street, Abilene, Texas and bears Assurance OPAQUE Parchment watermark.
Date:
December 1962
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Louise to T. N. Carswell]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Louise, dated December 19 (1962?). Louise expresses her appreciation for the fruit cake sent by Carswell for Thanksgiving. She gives a update on their family holiday activities, that Aunt Callie stayed on which enabled the Bevills to sell their ranch and advises on Leslie Bevill's health issues.
Date:
December 16, 1962
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Betty Pechacek to T. N. Carswell]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Betty Pechacek. Pechacek expresses her appreciation to him and Mrs. Carswell for the gift of the Presto Pressure Cooker noting that Hilry is also pleased and then issues an invitation to "come by and see our things".
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Pechacek, Betty
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mattie Lee Tucker to T. N. Carswell - August 24, 1962]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Mattie Lee Tucker, Abilene, Texas, dated August 24, 1962. Tucker expresses her appreciation for Carswell's help stating that one never knows when little things may help and in this business there is not very much of that done.
Date:
August 24, 1962
Creator:
Tucker, Mattie Lee
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell - December 11, 1962]
A letter addressed to Sirs from T. N. Carswell, dated December 11, 1962. Carswell orders fruit cakes to be delivered about December 20 and writes original sentiments to be included for each recipient. The reverse side includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co. A Division of Abilene Machine Co., 1342 Pine Street, Abilene, Texas and bears Assurance Opaque Parchment watermark.
Date:
December 11, 1962
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. E. Nowell to T. N. Carswell]
A letter addressed to Mr. Carswell from W. E. Nowell. Nowell advises that he overlooked sending the check on the first of the month, is sending an additional late fee and expresses his appreciation to Carswell for the years of help financially and in advice. Notation by Carswell of a dollar refund.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Nowell, W. E.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mary Ann Hague to T. N. Carswell - May 19, 1962]
Letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mary Ann Hague dated May 19, 1962. Hague expresses her appreciation for the flowers inviting Carswell to visit if in Washington.
Date:
May 19, 1962
Creator:
Hague, Mary Ann
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Milton H. Comley - May 1, 1962]
A letter addressed to Mr. Milton H. Comley, Florist, Arlington, Virginia from T. N. Carswell, dated May 1, 1962. Carswell requests a flower delivery for the newly married Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Bartlett Hague, Jr. for when they arrive home. A sentiment which is to accompany the flower delivery offers congratulations, best wishes and ends with a quote from Sidney Lanier's "Song of the Chattahoochee". The reverse side of poem includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co.
Date:
May 1, 1962
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
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 P. D. O'Brien - July 21, 1961]
A letter written to Brother "Dick" [Dr. P. D. O'Brien], Pastor, First Baptist Church, Big Spring, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated July 21, 1961. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the service he and Mrs. O'Brien rendered in witnessing Mrs. Carswell's signature to her will requesting that he use the enclosed check for the enlargement plans of their Church.
Date:
July 21, 1961
Creator:
Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History