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[Letter from H. J. Blackwell to T. N. Carswell - August 17, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Horace J. Blackwell, Dallas, dated August 17, 1965. Blackwell expresses his appreciation for Carswell attending the services held for his mother in Hawley. He advises of the difficulty in obtaining factual information on life insurance companies and offers the information that he did find noting that Best's recommended the company.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Helen Muller - July 17, 1965]
A letter written to Miss Helen Muller, Goodwell, Oklahoma from T. N. Carswell, dated July 17, 1965. Carswell advises that he wrote to her a month ago but did not have her given name correct and was concerned that she did not receive his letter. He explains that he is writing in hope that on her advice that Dr. Cyrus N. Ray will accept institutional care. The reverse side includes a blank purchase order of Abilene Machine Company, 1334-42 Pine STreet, Abilene, Texas.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell addressed to Superintendent of Schools, Frederick, Oklahoma - June 17, 1965]
A letter addressed to the Superintendent of Schools, Frederick, Oklahoma from T. N. Carswell, dated June 17, 1965. Carswell explains his concern for Dr. Cyrus N. Ray as in need of institutional care and requests assistance in locating his family.
[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.
[Letter from Millard A. Jenkens, Sr. to T. N. Carswell - February 17, 1955]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Millard A. Jenkens, Sr., Abilene, Texas, dated February 17, 1955. Jenkens expresses his appreciation to Carswell for a present "and above all, the Christian love and friendship in your great big heart that prompted you to do it". He compares the expression "hearts knit together" to the bond between them.
[Letter from Mrs. W. L. Ross to T. N. Carswell - January 17, 1951]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. W. L. Ross, dated January 17, 1951. Ross advises Carswell that Hardin has had three heart attacks, that George runs errands for Ruth twice a day, and that George's daughter, Suzanne, is to be married February 2nd.
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - May 17, 1945]
A letter written to Brother Carswell from Jeff Davis, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Hallsville, Texas, dated May 17, 1945. Davis acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell regarding pastoring possiblities at Knox City and Eastland noting that either one of these would be fine. He expresses his appreciation for Carswell's friendship and helpfulness.
[Letter from H. J. Blackwell to T. N. Carswell - August 17, 1943]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from H. J. Blackwell, Vice President, First National Bank, Dallas, Texas, dated August 17, 1943. Blackwell expresses his appreciation for the letter of congratulations from Carswell. "It is most gratifying to receive congratulations from one's friends".
[Letter from Charles E. Coombes to T. N. Carswell - July 17, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Chas. E. Coombes, Stamford, Texas, dated June 17, 1941 [July 17, 1941]. Coombes expresses his regret regarding Carswell's request for rodeo tickets that was not complied with. He explains what must have happened and notes that he enclosed an excerpt from a letter that he wrote on a business matter on July 6th which would give Carswell "some idea of the situation". An enclosure included an excerpt from a letter written by Chas. E. Coombes, Stamford, Texas. Written harangue directed to an unidentified correspondent regarding the importance of the Texas Cowboy Reunion, Inc. in comparison to a delay in the distribution of the Colbert funds for Mr. Gee.
[Letter from Representative Sam Russell to T. N. Carswell - November 17, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post, Abilene, Texas, from Sam Russell, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., dated November 17, 1941. Russell replies to the request by Carswell for a 1941 Congressional Directory advising that it is now in the mail.
[Letter from R. H. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - June 17, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Secretary, Abilene Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas, from Rupert H. Johnson & Co., New York, dated June 17, 1938. Johnson replies to the letter from Carswell of June 15th and promotes his company's experience in arranging refunding programs for cities and towns. He addresses an answer for Abilene's bond issue under the assumption that the City of Abilene is able to pay interest on its debt then cites examples of other cities and the manner in which their bond issues were handled.
[Letter from Bryan Bradbury to T. N. Carswell - November 17, 1969]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Bryan Bradbury, Bradbury, Tippen & Cross, Abilene, Texas 79604, dated November 17, 1969. Cover letter by Bradbury advising of an enclosed extension of a note and lien executed by Perry Ferrell. Mr. Wilson Fox, Attorney at Law, Taylor, Texas 76574.
[Letter from C. Stanley Lowell to T. N. Carswell - May 17, 1968]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from C. Stanley Lowell, Associate Director, Americans United for Separation of Church and State, Washington, D. C. 20036, dated May 17, 1968. Lowell makes reference to the note by Carswell about his support of the organization for over 19 years. Lowell expresses the appreciation of the organization for all that Carswell has done through the years advising that he is one of their very best friends.
[Letter from C. G. Whitten addressed to members of the Taylor County Democratic Executive Committee - August 17, 1956]
A letter addressed to the members of the Taylor County Democratic Executive Committee, from C. G. Whitten, Chairman, Taylor County Democratic Executive Committee, Abilene, Texas, dated August 17, 1956. A reminder that the second primary election will be held on August 25, 1956 advising of location and date to obtain election kits and supplies. Whitten calls a committee meeting for the opening and canvassing of the returns and advises of their poor financial situation and its effects on the paid help for the elections.
[Letter from Jane Y. McCallum to T. N. Carswell - July 17, 1931]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Secy., Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas, from Jane Y. McCallum, Secretary of State, Austin, Texas, dated July 17, 1931. Cover letter by McCallum advising of an enclosed certificate showing the dissolution of the "WEST TEXAS AUTOMOBILE CLUB".
[Letter from Major Ted Dealey to T. N. Carswell - September 17, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Ted Dealey, Major, A S C, Field Procurement Division, Dallas, Texas, dated September 17, 1942. Information regarding an enclosed Form 0850, in duplicate, and instructions pertaining to submitting the form.
[Letter from Paul L. Harrup to Major T. N. Carswell - November 17, 1941]
A letter written to Major T. N. Carswell, Texas Defense Guard Headquarters Staff, Abilene, Texas, from Paul L. Harrup, Director, UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATION, Army and Navy Y.M.C.A., Abilene, Texas, dated November 17, 1941. Harrup advises Carswell of the establishment of temporary offices of the USO-Army and Navy Y.M.C.A. Department for National Defense soliciting the cooperation of Carswell in their efforts to serve Abilene and its soldier life.
[Letter from Lieutenant Colonel Neill H. Banister to Major Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas - June 17, 1941]
A letter written to Major Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Neill H. Banister, Lieut. Col., Infantry, Asst. to the Adjutant General, Austin, dated June 17, 1941. Banister requests advisement from Carswell of the arrangements made by Major Arthur Knickerbocker with reference to the inspection of his Company C at Seagraves. Typewritten on State of Texas Adjutant General's Department letterhead bearing GILBERT OLD SAXON BOND watermark.
[Letter from Lieutenant Colonel Neill H. Banister to Major Thomas N. Carswell - June 17, 1941]
A letter written to Major Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Neill H. Banister, Lieut. Col., Infantry, Asst. to the Adjutant General, Austin, dated June 17, 1941. Banister requests that Carswell advise the Department as to the effect on his position as Major of the 10th Battalion of the Texas Defense Guard referring to the recently published memorandum from Selective Service Headquarters regarding the ruling that remunerated members of the Selective Service could not hold positions in the Defense Guard.
[Letter from Lieutenant Colonel Neill H. Banister to Major Thomas N. Carswell - June 17, 1941]
A letter written to Major Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Neill H. Banister, Lieut. Col., Infantry, Asst. to the Adjutant General, Austin, dated June 17, 1941. Banister requests that Carswell advise the Department as to the effect on his position as Major of the 10th Battalion of the Texas Defense Guard referring to the recently published memorandum from Selective Service Headquarters regarding the ruling that remunerated members of the Selective Service could not hold positions in the Defense Guard.
[Letter from Geo. W. LeVan to T. N. Carswell - June 17, 1954]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Geo. W. LeVan, Division Head, Humble Oil & Refining Company, Houston 1, Texas, dated June 17, 1954. LeVan confirms the execution of a Division Order by Carswell covering oil purchased from the LUCY M. COLEMAN tract and advises of an enclosed amended Division Order to be executed and returned promptly to avoid delay in the settlements for June oil.
[Letter from Edna Haynes to T. N. Carswell - May 17, 1950]
A letter written to Mr. Johnson, R. H. Johnson & Co. Investment Securities, New York 5, N. Y., from Edna Haynes, Secretary to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, dated May 17, 1950. Haynes acknowledges the receipt of his letter with check and instructions. She suggests a basket of fruit but will have to see what the people there are sending to avoid duplications.
[Form letter from Mack Eplen addressed to Friends of State Senator David Ratliff - June 17, 1961]
A form letter addressed to Friends of State Senator David Ratliff, from Mack Eplen, Abilene, Texas, dated June 17, 1961. Request to supporters in Taylor County to send contributions to his brother, Tom K. Eplen, who is a member of the planning committee to fund the occasion of Senator David Ratliff who is to be designated as Governor-For-The-Day on Friday, June 30.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Senator William A. Blakley - April 17, 1958]
A letter written to Senator Wm. A. Blakley, Dallas 2, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated April 17, 1958. Carswell congratulates Blakley on his decision to enter public service and gives to him his encouragement and a check for a campaign contribution.
[Letter from Wright Morrow to T. N. Carswell - October 17, 1956]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Wright Morrow, Houston, Texas, dated October 17, 1956. Morrow expresses his appreciation for the compliments by Carswell on his ideas. Offering his viewpoint of the constitution Morrow states, "The real genius of our government, in my opinion, is the recognition of the paramount importance of the individual". He exposes the differences between "our" democracy and other nations that call themselves democracies: "This is the real difference between us and the other nations that call themselves democracies because no where else in the world is there such a reservation of power in the people themselves and such a recognition of the significance of the individual man and woman." He makes referrence to Weatherred and advises of the probability of a new governor making an appointment to the vacant Senate seat.
[Letter from Representative Omar Burleson to T. N. Carswell - January 17, 1967]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Travel Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Omar Burleson, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., dated January 17, 1967. Burleson expresses his appreciation for Carswell's efforts in his behalf but advises that he lost the Ways and Means Committee appointment 113 to 115.
[Letter from Lieutenant Colonel Sidney C. Mason to T. N. Carswell - October 17, 1940]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, Parramore Post No. 57, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Sidney C. Mason, Lieut. Col., 142nd Infantry, Adjutant General's Department, State of Texas, Austin, dated October 17, 1940. Mason acknowledges the receipt of the application for authority to organize units of the Texas Defense Guard. He suggests that Carswell modify the program to consist of three companies at Abilene and one at Merkel thereby making one complete battalion in that vicinity.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to The Prudential Press, Newark, N. J. - July 17, 1956]
A letter addressed to The Prudential Press, Newark, New Jersy, from T. N. Carswell, dated July 17, 1956. Carswell explains that he read an article printed in the AMERICAN LEGION Magazine about the signers of the Declaration of Independence that was written by Merle Sinclair. He then requests a copy of a booklet published by them that was recommended to him by Sinclair.
[Letter from Alvin M. Owsley to T. N. Carswell - September 17, 1947]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Memorial Service Committee, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Alvin M. Owsley, Dallas, Texas, dated September 17, 1947. Owsley offers his regrets regarding the invitation to deliver the Memorial address for Carswell's District explaining that it is due to the schedule for the exhibit of his Ball Brothers Glass Company at the State Fair in Dallas.
[Telegram from A. N. Carswell to T. N. Carswell - May 17, 1945]
A Western Union telegram sent to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from A. N. [Allen N. Carswell], Homerville, Georgia, dated May 17, 1945. A. N. Carswell advises that they received a cable from Ashley saying he was well and should see them soon.
[Telegram from Eula Clark to T. N. Carswell - January 17, 1943]
A postal telegraph sent to Thomas N. Carswell, Roby, Texas from Eula Clark, Denver, Colorado, dated Jan. 17, 1943. Eula requests forty or fifty dollars assuring Carswell that she is starting a permanent job and is fine.
[Subscriber Reply/Reservation Form for Our Country! By U.S.News & World Report, Inc.]
A Subscriber Reply/Reservation form for Our Country! by U.S. News & World Report, Inc. The reverse side includes a reminder written by T. N. Carswell, dated March 1, 1972. He notes a request was made for presentation cards for subscriptions for Howell, Chip, Bill and Tom [Mr. William Howell, Jr., Mr. Chip Carswell, Mr. Bill Peacock, Jr. and Mr. Tom C. Peacock].
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to U. S. News & World Report, Inc. - April 17, 1972]
A letter addressed to U. S. News & World Report, Inc., Washington, D. C. from T. N. Carswell, dated April 17, 1972. Carswell advises that he has received no notice on an order placed on March 1, 1972 other than their endorsement on his check and that he has had no reply to his letters. An attachment includes a business check from The Carswell Agency, drawn on the First National Bank of Abilene, signed by T. N. Carswell, dated Mar 1, 1972, and made out to U S News & World Report. The reverse side includes endorsements stamped by multiple banks.
[Letter from Nora Whiting to T. N. Carswell - November 17, 1966]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from "Nonie" [Nora Whiting], Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated November 17, 1966. Whiting expresses her appreciation for the nice surprise gift of shelled pecans out of Carswell's yard. She notes that she wishes he and dear little Byrd could visit her, asks what he wants for Santa to bring to him and asks about Byrdie's health issues.
[Copy of a Will for Byrdie Pearl Carswell]
A copy of a will for Byrdie Pearl Carswell, dated July 17, 1961.
[Letter from Andrew Dilworth to T. N. Carswell - January 17, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Andrew Dilworth, Department Commander, San Antonio, Texas, dated January 17, 1942. Dilworth acknowledges his receipt of letter and membership progress report from Carswell, comments on the good numbers regarding the membership growth of the Legion then compliments Carswell and the other Legionnaires of that Division as doing a "swell" job.
[Letter from W. J. Wisdom to T. N. Carswell - December 17, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. Tommy Carswell, Abilene, Texas from W. J. (Bill) Wisdom, 17th District Commander, Stephenville, Texas, dated December 17, 1941. Wisdom expresses his appreciation for Carswell's good will and whole-hearted cooperation during the time that Wisdom was district commander and extends Christmas greetings.
[Letter from Lynn W. Landrum to T. N. Carswell - February 17, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Lynn W. Landrum, The Dallas Morning News, dated February 17, 1941. Landrum confirms that his own opinion is the same as Carswell's opinion of Allen Wight and conveys Wight's positive opinion of Carswell.
[Letter and Resolution: From T. N. Carswell to Major R. E. Froiseth - January 17, 1941]
A letter written to Major R. E. Froiseth, Q.M.C., Camp Barkeley, Abilene, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, dated January 17, 1941. In compliance with the instructions of the Parramore Post, Carswell advises Froiseth of the enclosed resolution respecting the employment of ex-service men.
[Letter from Ralph Davis to T. N. Carswell - December 17, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Committee on Americanism, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Ralph Davis, Executive Secretary to the Governor, State of Florida, dated December 17, 1941. Davis explains that due to the heavy demand upon the time of the Governor since the American declaration of war against the Axis powers there has been no time for the Governor to answer but confirms that he will continue to hold the letter for the Governor's attention.
[Letter from Robert Burr addressed to Gentlemen, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas - December 17, 1941]
A letter to the Abilene, Texas American Legion post, from Robert Durr, Editor, The Weekly Review, Birmingham, Alabama, dated December 17, 1941. Robert Durr defines Americanism.
[Form letter from the Committee on Resolutions and T. N. Carswell - June 17, 1945]
A form letter addressed to the Chairman and Members of the Taylor County Drys in Convention, from the Committee on Resolutions: C. R. Pennington, Thomas E Hayden, R. B. Wylie, Sec., Mrs. Andrew Urban, Sr., E. P. Mead, T. N. Carswell, Chairman Taylor County & 24th Senatorial District Drys, dated June 17, 1945. The letter reports on the increasing use of beverage alcohol, and a proposal on how to counter that use.
[Form letter from Francis A. Buddin and Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - March 17, 1944]
A form letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Francis A. Buddin, Chairman and Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated March 17, 1944. An outline of the agenda of the next quarterly meeting of the Executive Committee. The reverse side includes printed map titled "Local Option Status of Texas by Precincts, Status as of December 31, 1943.
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - June 17, 1943]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated June 17, 1943. Davis advises Carswell that the Executive Committee, composed of George Sargeant, Edgar P. Haney, and Dr. Julian Atwood, informed him that they were impressed with Carswell as Davis' logical successor and that Dr. Francis A. Buddin would be contacting him. Notation at bottom of page advises of Carswell having answered on June 27, 1943.
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - March 17, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated March 17, 1942. Davis inquires of Carswell, "how goes the battle," and advises that he has plans, but he wants to hear from Carswell before doing anything and describes the program plans for Dallas. He advises Carswell, confidentially, that they have a plan to try to get on the July Primary ballot on a "war time proposition" noting if they can do that they "will be ready for big things".
[Letter from R. N. Grisham to T. N. Carswell - March 17, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from R. N. Grisham, Attorney at Law, Eastland, Texas, dated March 17, 1941. Grisham confirms that their representative has promised to vote for H. B. 373 but that they have had no expression from Senator Smith.
[Letter from Thos. J. Young to J. D. Riddle - January 17, 1941]
A letter written to J. D. Riddle, Abilene, Texas, from Thos. J. Young, Roby, Texas, dated January 17, 1941. Young discusses the support of the movement which they received from the local people advising Riddle that they have some real problems in Fisher County.
[Letter and Certificate: From Governor Coke Stevenson to T. N. Carswell - October 17, 1942]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Coke Stevenson, Governor, Austin, Texas, dated October 17, 1942. The letter serves as a confirmation by Stevenson of the appointment of Carswell as a Member of the Taylor County Parole Board and advisement of enclosed commission and card. The certificate is issued by The State of Texas and signed by Coke R. Stevenson, Governor of Texas, W. J. Lawson, Secretary of State dated October 17, 1942.
[Memorandum Receipt/Debit Slip - Selective Service Property Section by T. N. Carswell - December 17, 1942]
A memorandum receipt/debit slip submitted by T. N. Carswell, Austin, Texas, dated December 17, 1942 for the purchase of a case, brief bag type. Q. M. C. Form 487 Revised May 14, 1931.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to the State Director of Selective Service, Texas - April 17, 1944]
A letter addressed to the State Director of Selective Service, Austin 17, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, CAS, Van Horn, Texas dated April 17, 1944. Carswell reports on an irregular request for deferment by the Appeal Agent in Jeff Davis County.
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