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[Building Permit, November 3, 1909]
Building permit issued in Omaha, Nebraska to Claude D. White. A two dollar fee was paid for this permit.
[Check, November 26, 1909]
Check from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It was created by Claude D. White. The financial document details that White paid $16.00 to the Melissa State Bank on November 26, 1909. A stamp from the bank verified the payment was made on the date written on the check.
[Check, September 20, 1909]
Check from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It was created by Claude D. White. The financial document details that White paid $11.55 to the Melissa State Bank on September 20, 1909. He made the payment on behalf of H. S. Moore. A stamp from the bank verified the payment was made on the date written on the check.
[Customer's draft, August 19, 1909]
Customer's draft for Claude D. White from Merchant's National Bank in Omaha, Nebraska. The draft is for the transfer of two hundred dollars to the Melissa State Bank in Melissa, Texas. The draft is dated August 19, 1909. The document has two stamps from the Melissa State Bank indicating that the sum of two hundred dollars was paid on August 20, 1909 and August 22, 1909.
[Deposit receipt for Claude D. White, November 3, 1909]
Deposit receipt for Claude D. White for the Melissa State Bank for $15.00.
[Deposit receipt for Claude D. White, October 27, 1909]
Deposit receipt from the Melissa State Bank for Claude D. White from the Melissa State Bank, October 27, 1909.
[Envelope addressed to Claude D. White]
Envelope addressed to Claude D. White, Omaha, Nebraska, from the Melissa State Bank. Calculations have been made in pencil on the back of the envelope.
[Envelope addressed to Mrs. Claude White]
Envelope addressed to Mrs. Claude D. White (Linnet Moore) in Omaha, Nebraska. It has postal stamps for 1909. The envelope has been used for taking notes and working out math problems.
[Envelope for invitation, May 26, 1909]
Envelope for invitation from Mr. and Mrs. William A. Shaw for Mr. and Mrs. Claude White, postmarked in Dallas, Texas.
[Invitation from Mr. and Mrs. William A. Shaw for Mr. and Mrs. Claude White, May 26, 1909]
Invitation from William A. Shaw to Claude and Linnet White. The invitation is for the wedding of their daughter Irene to Mr. Charles Clinton Jones. The wedding is set for June 10, 1909 in Dallas, Texas.
[Letter from A. S. Hardaway to Claude and Linnet Moore White, May 16, 1909]
Letter from A. S. Hardaway to Claude and Linnet White in which the hardships of cold weather and drought have cut down on the prospects for good crops. The new baby is discussed. His wife is unwell. He has been fishing and is planning to work for wages.
[Letter from Alta Berry to Linnet Moore White, June 7, 1909]
Letter from Alta Berry to Claude and Linnet White in which she discusses her health and farming. She says that Claude is in trouble with his crops as he has been "drinking a great deal lately." He was arrested after causing a disturbance at a supper in Melissa, Texas. She also updates Linnet on the activities and health of friends and family.
[Letter from Alta Berry to Linnet White, September 16, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Alta Berry and is addressed to Linnet White. In this letter, Berry informs White of the goings-on in McKinney. Berry discusses community news, details Minnie's plans to visit several friends before she goes back to Weatherford, and notes that the weather has been hot and windy, making everything dusty.She mention that John's Cotton crop is good, that he has planted cane, and notes that his corn was not a good crop. She states that she has not had much luck with raising chickens, but has been successful with turkeys. Berry notes the death of Mariah Rucker, and notes that Linnet may already have heard about Rucker's illness and subsequent death. She informs Linnet that Anna was asking about Mary Ann's soap and would like to but it, but wants to know how much Moore is charging for it. She discusses her baby boy and say she wishes Linnet could see him. Berry closes the letter by noting that Linnet must write soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Birdie McGee McKinley to Mary Moore, Claude White, and Linnet Moore White, December 12, 1909]
Letter from Birdie McKinley to Mary Moore, Claude and Linnet White. She says that she is not going to write as often, not because she doesn't think of them. She asks about the weather. She talks about killing hogs and making lard. She is trying to move into her new house, but the contractors haven't finished yet. She wishes they could spend Christmas with them. She gives news on everyone. Mr. Thornhill died of a locked jaw. She receives news from Minnie and Sallie. She has a picture she wants to send them. She talks about her future neighbors. She mentions the next time she writes will be in her new home. She asks that they write to her and tell her how they are doing.
[Letter from Birdie McGee to Mary Ann Moore, Linnet White, and Claude D. White, September 28, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Birdie McGee and is addressed to Mary Ann Moore, Linnet White, and Claude D. White. In this letter, Birdie discusses having Minnie stay at her house and how wonderful it was to have her around all the time, details about Minnie's new position teaching at a city school in Tullahoma, TN, and notes that her an Minnie went to the fair. McGee reminiscences about going to the Dallas Fair and mentions that they saw many fine domestic animals there and had a wonderful time, but she often though of Linnet and Mary Ann while she was there. She mentions that the weather is getting cooler and her vegetable garden has dried up. She notes that their corn crop was good this year and that they still have chickens, two hogs and a sow. She informs Mary Ann on the most recent news about family. She details that the house they plan to build will be up by December and will send the plans. She asks Claude to write to them and inquires about his kin. She asks Linnet if she has begun her fall sewing yet and notes the projects she plans on sewing. She notes some household chores that she had gotten don the day she wrote the letter. Birdie closes by stating that Linnet, Mary Ann, and Claude should write her soon. She includes the floor plans with the letter.
[Letter from Birdie McKinley to Mary Moore, Claude and Linnet White, June 22, 1909]
Letter from Birdie McKinley to Mary Moore, Claude and Linnet White. She doesn't think they received her last letter. She comments that they have had so much rain and all of the vegetables they have had. Mattie's beau died. She mentions everyone's health and how fast Henry and Lillian are growing. She talks about her chickens. She asks if they plan to come visit in the summer, because she really wants to see them. She comments on the weather and asks if they think about moving to St. Louis. She liked their pictures and asks about Claude's father. She asks for a long letter.
[Letter from Emmett Patton to Levi Perryman, February 4,1909]
Letter from Patton to Perryman regarding family health. He also mentions the state of the script for Bob. Wetmore is trying to get things settled for Patton, but Patton will see Wetmore again to push for action on it. Then he mentions costs of the land and costs of his services.
[Letter from from T. B. Wilson to Linnet and Claude White, August 23, 1909]
Letter from T. B. Wilson to his cousin Linnet Moore White and Claude White in which he updates them on the health of his family, the crops, and that he is short on money.
[Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, November 24, 1909]
Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White. He asks that a check be sent for interest. He will then send the money over a twelve month period. He sends his regards to Mrs. White.
[Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, September 6, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by H. S. Wysong and is addressed to Claude D. White. In this letter, Wysong discusses an approval for an extension of White's note, notes that business is picking up, and details that cotton won't last long. He closes the letter by noting that he hope all of White's family is well. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, September 23, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by H. S. Wysong and is addressed to Claude D. White. Wysong discusses a draft and a check he has made out of White's account. He updates White on the bank's business and closes the letter noting that he hopes this letter finds White and his family well. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Iola White, 1909]
Letter from Iola White to Claude White and family in which she writes about the crops, the activities of family and friends, and an upcoming trial. The first two pages of the letter are missing.
[Letter from J. E. Gibson and H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, September 15, 1909]
This is a letter for the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a letter from J. E. Gibson and H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White. In this letter, Gibson and Wysong discuss a meeting that all of the bank's shareholders must attend. The topic of the meeting is the required choice that banks in Texas must make between the Bond security system or the assessment plan of guarantee. The documents states that once the shareholders have made a choice, the bank must notify the Commissioner of Insurance and Banking by October 1, 1909. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from J. E. Gibson to Claude D. White, August 14, 1909]
Letter from J. E. Gibson, of Staple and Fancy Groceries, to Claude D. White informing him of the state of the crops, the weather, and that a statement of account is enclosed. The statement shows the condition of the Melissa State Bank on august 12, 1909.
[Letter from J. E. Gibson to Claude D. White, December 18, 1909]
Letter from J. E. Gibson to Claude D. White. Gibson is trying to buy Claude's shares of the Melissa State Bank. He would like to purchase it before January 1st.
[Letter from J.T. Evans to Levi Perryman, February 25,1909]
Letter from Evans to Levi Perryman regarding the administrator's final report of the estate of Bob Perryman, who died. He also mentions his fee for the copy and willingness to help with any information and a hearing for objections and approving of the final account.
[Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude D. White, May 28, 1909]
Letter from Mr. Berry to Claude White that gives the details of the illnesses his family has recently suffered. He heard that Linnet might visit Texas during the summer and hopes that she does. Mr. Berry discusses mutual friends and the crops.
[Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude D. White, October 13, 1909]
Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude White in which Mr. Berry says he ran into John Cox who told him that Claude owes him money for a mare. Mr. Berry is said that he is "sorry that the trade turned out as it did." He offers to pay Cox for Claude and send him the receipt. He also updates him on the rain and availability of water. A deposit slip for the Melissa State Bank is also included.
[Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude White, August 8, 1909]
Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude White in which he describes the drought and its impact on the crops. He also writes about the work he has put in to the farm and says that he would like to stay there for four or five years.
[Letter from J. W. Douglass to Claude D. White, March 1, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by J. W. Douglass and is addressed to Claude D. White. In this letter, Douglass discusses the well-being of his family and himself, details a heinous murder in his area, and notes he has received a correspondence from George Kendal. He apologizes to Claude for not replying to his postal card earlier due to a prolonged illness. He closes the letter by noting that he hopes for a reply soon and sends his love to Mary Ann Moore and to Linnet White. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Sally Thornhill to Mary Ann Moore, March 1, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is from Sally Thornhill and is addressed to Mary Ann Moore. In this letter, Thornhill informs Moore of the goings-on in Goodlettsville, TN. The news includes: a confirmation on receiving her letter as well as Mary J. Thornhill's letter, details about Kate's buggy, news from Alice Wright about her mother's health, a discussion about her health, agricultural updates on crops and poultry, news on the health of family and friends as well as deaths in the community, a discussion bout Eula Thornhill's newborn baby, and a dialogue about the aging and decline in health of their favorite family horse. Sally begins a second letter dated February 2, 1909. In this letter, Thornhill discusses Vera and Nilla, details that she has yet to hear from Tom Jackson, and updates Mary Ann on the on-going bad weather. She closes the letter by noting that she always love to hear from Linnet or Mary and that they should write her soon.
[Letter from Sally Thornhill to Mary Moore, August 2, 1909]
Letter from Sally Thornhill to Mary Moore in which she writes about her family's health, the weather, and a visit by Claude White. She updates Mary on the activities of family and friends. Sally recounts a crash with a buggy, which left her and Nelly injured. She also tells Mary that she has eczema on her ankles. She describes how she treats the eczema.
[Letter from Sally Thornhill to Mary Moore, Claude and Linnet White, November 15, 1909]
Letter from Sally Thornhill to Mary Moore, Claude and Linnet White. She recovered quicker than she thought, it was almost like when she hurt her hip. She mentions they need rain for the wheat. She talks about the hogs and the fruits that are ripe. Since she got hurt she is unable to go visit friends. She asks for information on everyone. She received news from Camilla. Alice Wright visited her, she has been treated for dropsy in Fort Worth. Bettie Keller is not well. She mentions Nannie's baby. She tells Mary who is getting married. She is sorry about writing in pencil and talks about Bertha's baby. She asks for information on the kin she has in McKinney. She gives an update on all of their friends.
[Letter from the Continental State Bank to Claude D. White, August 31, 1909]
Letter from G. M. Alsup, cashier of the Continental State Bank on McKinney Texas, to Claude White informing him that he has been approved for a loan.
[Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White]
Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White to notify him of the annual share-holders meeting will be held on the second Tuesday in April 1909.
[Letter from The Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White, April 6, 1909]
Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White in which a dividend check was sent. H. S. Wysong wrote the letter. The envelope has drawings on the back.
[Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White, August 16, 1909]
Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude White saying that the bank could not make a loan to Mr. White at this time. The bank would postpone the loan until the outcome of the crops could be determined.
[Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White, October 16, 1909]
Letter from H. S. Wysong, Cashier at the Melissa State Bank, to Claude White to acknowledge a draft on the National Bank of Commerce, New York, for $500.00.
[Letter from W. H. McGee to Mary Ann Moore, September 18, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by W. H. McGee and is addressed to Mary Ann Moore. In this letter, McGee informs Moore of the goings-on in Sumner County. The news includes: an update on the dry and windy weather which has caused much mess in the home with dust flying everywhere, agricultural news on what has been planted and what is successful at present, a discussion about a dinner McGee and his family had with Alice and Frank Griffin, a dialogue about McGee's son who is growing quickly and is now crawling, details about Aunt Bettie's health, an aside about the rural route which will bring mail to his home, and a discussion about Cousin Lou. McGee closes the letter by stating that he will write soon and more often to Mary Ann Moore.
[Letter from W. J. McKinley to Claude D. White, December 12, 1909]
Letter from W. J. McKinley to Claude D. White. He comments that Birdie will be living in her grandfather's house that is being redone. He would like to have them come visit him. He plans to stay where he is because otherwise he couldn't bring Birdie with him. He talks about farm land selling and the nice profit people are making. He thinks there are good opportunities in Washington and Oregon. He would like them to come visit for Christmas.
[Letter to Claude D. White]
Letter concerning a purchase at $70. Two blank checks for the Melissa State Bank are included. Also a card of the bank's statement and list of directors and stockholders.
[Letter to Claude D. White, October 3, 1909]
Letter to Claude White and family in which the author discusses the weather, crops, and tells the story of a wagon being driven through a wire fence and the damage that caused. The author mentions a trial that is coming up. Also discussed are the activities of neighbors, friends, and family.
[Letter to Linnet, July 5, 1909]
Letter to Linnet White expressing how glad they were to hear from Linnet and are excited that she is thinking to come visit. The author says any time that is convenient for her is good with them. The author wishes that all of her visitors would come at one time to see each other. She comments on the weather and gives an example of how she spends her days. She comments on how everyone is doing.
[Letter to Mary Ann Moore, Linnet White, and Claude D. White, February 12, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by a woman names Etha and is addressed to the White's and Mary Ann Moore. In this letter, Etha informs the White's and Moore of the goings-on in her community in McKinney, TX. The news includes: a dialogue about Ruth White Moore and about Etha's baby, details about the weather, new about community members who own an "auto" and Etha possibly buying one, an aside mentioning the prevalence of la grippe in her area, a discussion about Morris and Harry's reading ability, news about the Rucker and Kendal families as well as friends in the community, agricultural updates on crops, a dialogue about Opal,and a discussion about poultry. She closes the letter by noting that Mary Ann and Linnet should write her soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter to Mary Moore, circa 1909]
Letter fragment of two pages in which the author talks about hogs, picking cotton, mules and a wagon. The letter does not give details on who wrote it.
[Letter to Mrs. White, June 27, 1909]
Letter to Mrs. (Linnet) White. He was glad to hear from her. He talks about the weather and farming. He mentions that he has a hard time using his arms. He talks about a letter from Claude.
[Letters from Alta Berry and J. H. Berry to Claude D. White, April 11, 1909]
A pair of letters from J.H. and Alta Berry to Claude White describing their experiences on the family farm, including the hassle of keeping turkeys, health issues, keeping servants, and an early frost that may have ruined a cotton crop.
[List of numbers, October 18, 1901]
A list of numbers, the purpose of this record is not clear.
[Melissa State Bank Statement, November 16, 1909]
A card of the bank's statement and list of directors and stockholders.
[Payment receipt, April 5, 1909]
Payment receipt for Mrs. Loriette C. Redway which details that Mrs. Redway has made the final payment on a financial obligation. The final payment of $25.00 released Redway from financial obligation to the Pacific Municipal Co.
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