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[Estate Transfer from Benjamin H. Bassett to Mrs. M. E. Sayles]
Document in which Benjamin H. Basset is transferring the estate rights of his deceased father, B. H. Bassett unto Mrs. M. E. Sayles, based on a a previously made land deed between the deceased Bassett and the deceased John Sayles. A handwritten notarization and certification of filing are both attached to the document.
Date:
June 12, 1901
Creator:
Bassett, Benjamin H.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jessica Beeson to John Sayles, June 8,1932]
Letter from Jessica Beeson to John Sayles discussing the enclosed affidavit that will be converted to a plea of of privilege that was filed by N. E. Fielding.
Date:
June 8, 1932
Creator:
Beeson, Jessica
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. M. Campbell to E. P. Ripley, June 4, 1909]
Letter from T. M. Campbell to E. P. Ripley discussing the expansion of national railroads into Texas, and specifically a line proposed by Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.
Date:
June 4, 1909
Creator:
Campbell, Thomas Mitchell, 1856-1923
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. M. Campbell to Henry Sayles, June 18, 1909]
Letter from T. M. Campbell to Henry Sayles discussing the letter sent to E. P. Ripley. Campbell cannot take part in disputes between cities or towns, but recommends they follow policies and laws already in place.
Date:
June 18, 1909
Creator:
Campbell, Thomas Mitchell, 1856-1923
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from T. M. M. Campbell to E. P. Ripley, June 4, 1909]
Letter from T. M. M. Campbell to E. P. Ripley discussing men who complained to him about the railroad. Ripley uses eminent domain to take the railroad from Texas to states on the Pacific coast. Campbell states he will intervene if necessary and will not allow this to happen. Ripley's policy is considered intolerable. Campbell also mentions enacting laws that disallow railroad companies from using the policy of eminent domain to clear the way for their railway. Campbell offers to meet Ripley in Texas to discuss the matter.
Date:
June 4, 1909
Creator:
Campbell, Thomas Mitchell, 1856-1923
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Thomas Mitchell Campbell to E. P. Ripley, June 4, 1909]
Letter from Thomas Mitchell Campbell to E. P. Ripley, discussing the proposed railways in Texas by the national railroad corporations. This copy of the letter is only pages 1-3, missing the final pages. The heading reads "Executive Office, State of Texas. Austin."
Date:
June 4, 1909
Creator:
Campbell, Thomas Mitchell, 1856-1923
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Leston A. Casey to Perry Sayles, June 29, 1909]
Letter from Leston A. Casey to Perry Sayles discussing debt Sayles owes. Casey informs Sayles of how to best pay off the debt for May through September. Casey urges Sayles to do all he can as soon as possible.
Date:
June 29, 1909
Creator:
Casey, Leston A.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Helen Sayles Colby to Henry Sayles Jr., June 29, 1927]
Letter from Helen Sayles Colby to Henry Sayles Jr. acknowledging that the $3,000 advance made by their mother with be deducted off of Helen's share of the estate in the future.
Date:
June 29, 1927
Creator:
Colby, Helen Sayles
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Richard Cordwent to Henry Sayles, June 6, 1912]
Letter from Richard Cordwent to Henry Sayles giving directions on how to get to T. A. Irvin's home and to the Bayou. Cordwent states he will be there until the following Monday.
Date:
June 6, 1912
Creator:
Cordwent, Richard
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Sheriff's Sale, Levied Against Laura E. Cade, et al]
Document certifying a sheriff's sale levied against Laura E. Cade, et al as part of the judgement in Cause No. 2935, F. E. Haynes vs. Laura E. Cade et al.
Date:
June 14, 1915
Creator:
Dodson, J. T.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Cause No. 2935: Execution for Costs, June 11, 1915
Document certifying the execution for costs in Cause No. 2935, F. E. Haynes vs. Max Seibt, et al. The document details the costs owed to the court and sheriff incurred during the cause.
Date:
June 11, 1915
Creator:
Fuller, J. K.; Dodson, J. L. & MoMahan, J. A.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Receipt for Phone Messages and Travel Expenses]
Receipt for items billed to the estate of Col. W. K. McAlpine by Garrett & Co., including phone calls and travel expenses. The receipt is marked "Paid Garrett & Co."
Date:
June 8, 1901
Creator:
Garrett & Company
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. G. Guiss to Sayles & Sayles, June 5, 1920]
Letter from W. G. Guiss to Sayles & Sayles regarding oil and gas that was found in two wells on the J. T. Carruth land.
Date:
June 5, 1920
Creator:
Guiss, W. G.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gulf Pipe Line Company to Sayles & Sayles, June 6,1929]
Letter from Gulf Pipe Line Company to Sayles & Sayles in which a check of $47.50 has been made for services rendered.
Date:
June 6, 1929
Creator:
Gulf Pipe Line Company
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from N. P. Hailey to Henry Sayles, June 15, 1912]
Letter from N. P. Hailey to Henry Sayles discussing construction of a railroad, as well as barbecuing meat suggested by Sayles. It also discusses deals made by Mr. Borvell. The last page includes a hand-drawn illustration of the north section of the town.
Date:
June 15, 1912
Creator:
Hailey, N. P.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Geo. B. Harris to Henry Sayles, June 15, 1909]
Letter from Geo. B. Harris to Henry Sayles stating he is willing to induce other railroads in Abilene. He states that shorter railroads are not very profitable.
Date:
June 15, 1909
Creator:
Harris, Geo. B.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Darall G. Hawk to Sayles & Sayles, June 26, 1939]
Letter from Darall G. Hawk to Sayles & Sayles regarding land interest of Earl Willard Meyer. Meyer was a minor when he inherited the deed for the land and needs a guardian to execute the deed. Hawk is unsure of a guardian's ability to convey an interest in the land when Meyer likely inherited other property from the estate.
Date:
June 26, 1939
Creator:
Hawk, Darall G.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Paul G. Hudson to Perry Sayles, June 7, 1933]
Letter from Paul G. Hudson to Perry Sayles discussing a waterproof jacket Sayles sent to A. J. Tower Co. complaining of a defect.
Date:
June 7, 1933
Creator:
Hudson, Paul G.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ed. S. Hughes to Henry Sayles, June 8, 1909]
Letter from Ed. S. Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing strongly-worded letters sent to Kempner and Barton. Hughes discusses travel plans to Dallas and is also anxious about a letter written by the governor, though Hughes is not sure who it was addressed to.
Date:
June 8, 1909
Creator:
Hughes, Ed. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ed. S. Hughes to Henry Sayles, June 18, 1914]
Letter from Ed. S. Hughes to Henry Sayles stating he is attending a hearing before the U. S. Government Engineers and asks that Sayles hold his part from the land sale.
Date:
June 18, 1914
Creator:
Hughes, Ed. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ed. S. Hughes to Henry Sayles, June 25, 1911]
Letter from Ed. S. Hughes to Henry Sayles stating his opinions on Mr. Trumbull's work. He states the state of Texas has acquired a large amount of railways and it would be great for Abilene to be pulled off as well.
Date:
June 25, 1911
Creator:
Hughes, Ed. S.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, June 14, 1908]
Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles saying he was not sure it was a good idea to divide his ranch, but supposes it will be easier to sell. Hughes is anxious for the mineral well deed to be in better shape.
Date:
June 14, 1908
Creator:
Hughes, F. W.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ted Hughes to Henry Sayles, June 15, 1908]
Letter from Ted Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing a letter Hughes received from Mr. Bomar.
Date:
June 15, 1908
Creator:
Hughes, Ted
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from M. J. Jackson to Perry Sayles, June 12,1934]
Letter from M. J. Jackson to Perry Sayles discussing a previous loan note executed by Mac Sayles, John Sayles and Perry Sayles and its future repayment.
Date:
June 12, 1934
Creator:
Jackson, M. J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History