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[Letter from Neil B. Watson to Sarah Anna Simmons Crane - July 24, 1961]
A letter written to Mrs. Crane, 114 E. 90 Street, New York, New York c/o Venza from Neil B. Watson, Superintendent, The Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn 32, N.Y. Watson replies to a letter from Crane dated July 24, 1961 and advises her regarding local monument firms that she may contact for the information as to costs of a marker. Crane handwrites to Carswell at the bottom left of the page advising that the information needed by her and Carswell was obtained over the telephone later.
[Program from the Showplace, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center with correspondence from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell]
A program from the Showplace, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center with correspondence from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell. The program is "Showplace of the Nation" for the week beginning Thursday, April 24, 1958. Four shows are listed: Music Hall Grand Organ; Music Hall Symphony Orchestra; "Espana"; "Marjorie Morningstar" starring Gene Kelly and Natalie Wood. The back page of the program includes advertising: Announing . . . No Time For Sergeants. Andy Griffith "Starring in the stage roll that rocketed him to fame!" Magazine slick. Handwritten inside the program is correspondence to Tommy [T. N. Carswell] from Sarah Anna. Crane reminisces regarding her father liking "this sort of show". Crane expresses her appreciation to Carswell for the update agreeing with Carswell regarding having fond memories of Hardin-Simmons and requests that if he sees Grace or Grady Andrews to please remember her to them.
[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.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Dr. Criswell - September 24, 1960]
A letter written to Dr. Criswell from T. N. Carswell, dated September 24, 1960. Carswell advises Criswell that having heard him preach in Dallas on Religious Freedom he is inviting him to speak at the worker's conference of the Callahan Baptist Association in Eula, Texas or under another sponsorship in Abilene, Texas. He advises that one of his deacons, H. J. Blackwell, and he attended Simmons and both enlisted in the Navy, World War I, about the same date.
[Letter from Elia J. Hobbs to T. N. Carswell - February 24, 1954]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Elia J. Hobbs, Garland, N. C., February 24, 1954. Hobbs explains who C. W. Presswood is, what he has asked and advises that she has included a "copy" of part of the letter from C. W. Presswood. Presswood requests to lease her place for five years describing the work needed to "get it fixed up where you could use it for some good" then states that he would like to buy the place. Hobbs resumes her correspondence to Carswell explaining what she thinks about the proposition.
[Letter from C. M. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - July 24, 1942]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from C. M. Johnson, The Ordnance Training Center, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland dated July 24, 1942. Johnson replies to the letter from Carswell in which he requests to join the service and addresses his desire to serve as "the old itch" advising him to contact Ft. Sam Houston, Texas as they may be able to use him but the age limit in his outfit is 50, even for a full Colonel.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mrs. Dan Moody - June 24, 1938]
A letter written to Mildred Moody, Austin, Texas from T. N. Carswell, dated June 24, 1938. Carswell advises that he is leaving the Chamber of Commerce and is sending files of her work while she was at the Chamber and requests her thoughts on how to dispose of funds collected while he was President of the Alumni Association for a Memorial Building. He advises that he suggested to Truett [E. T. Compere] that they might ask Prexy [J. D. Sandefer].
[Letter from Representative Sam Russell to T. N. Carswell - May 24, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Sam Russell, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., dated May 24, 1941. Russell replies to the inquiry by Carswell as to what the state set-up will be in the organization of Mayor La Guardia's Committee advising that nothing is available as to the details of this matter. "Omar joins me in conveying to you our kindest regards and good wishes."
[Letter from R. N. Grisham to T. N. Carswell - February 24, 1941]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from R. N. Grisham, Grisham & Grisham, Attorneys At Law, Eastland, Texas, dated February 24, 1941. Grisham acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell requesting the names of other county officers. Grisham informs Carswell that Rev. Jones W. Weathers will cooperate with him in this matter and that the whiskey interests have withdrawn from "this" county except for the wet drug stores.
[Letter from V. H. Shoultz to T. N. Carswell - November 24, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from V. H. Shoultz, M.D.,F.A.C.R., Radiology Associates, Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Abilene, Texas, dated November 24, 1965. Shoultz expresses his appreciation to Carswell for sending the fruit cake.
[Letter from W. V. Ramsey, Jr. to T. N. Carswell - November 24, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from W. V. Ramsey, Jr., M.D., D.A.B.R., Radiology Associates, Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Abilene, Texas, dated November 24, 1965. Ramsey expresses his appreciation to Carswell for the delicious fruit cake.
[Letter to the Editor, Abilene Reporter-News by T. N. Carswell - April 24, 1956]
A letter addressed to Editor, Abilene Reporter-News, from T. N. Carswell, dated April 24, 1956. Letter to the Editor written by Carswell in which he denounces a front page editorial that appeared in the paper as "unworthy of a paper of the past reputation and standing of the Abilene Reporter". Carswell rejects the writer's appeal to the people of Abilene to "support Lyndon Johnson, and repudiate Governor Shivers, upon the grounds that the Senior Senator from Texas has done and can do more for the Abilene pocketbook—who promises the most in the way of material benefits" expressing his disbelief that the people of Abilene will "barter the high privileges and obligations of their citizenship for a mess of potage".
[Letter from Wilson D. Jordan to T. N. Carswell - August 24, 1954]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Wilson D. Jordan, Brady, Texas, dated August 24, 1954. Jordan compliments Carswell by saying he "surely enjoyed - and endorsed, every word" of the letter written by Carswell which appeared in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram about this "political-hypocrite", Ralph Yarborough.
[Form letter from Bryan Bradbury - October 24, 1953]
A form letter from Bryan Bradbury, Chairman State and National Affairs Committee, Abilene Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas, dated October 24, 1953. Bradbury announces that their Committee is host to Lester Flesner of Houston, District Manager for the United States Chamber of Commerce, for a breakfast at Mack Eplen's Restaurant to discuss their part of the National Legislative scene.
[Letter from Governor Allan Shivers to T. N. Carswell - April 24, 1953]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Allan Shivers, Governor, Austin 11, Texas, dated April 24, 1953. Shivers acknowledges the receipt of the letter from Carswell dated April 23 and expresses his appreciation for Carswell's "commendatory remarks" on his stand.
[Letter from Representative Harley Sadler to Governor Allan Shivers, copy to T. N. Carswell - November 24, 1952]
A letter written to Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Austin, Texas, from Harley Sadler, Abilene, Texas, dated November 24, 1952. Copy for Mr. Carswell. Sadler requests that Shivers consider Mr. T. N. (Tommie) Carswell of Abilene, Texas for a place on the Pardons Board.
[Letter from Senator Tom Connally to T. N. Carswell - April 24, 1952]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Tom Connally, United States Senate, dated April 24, 1952. Connally expresses his appreciation for the kind and generous comments by Carswell with regard to his announcement that he will not be a candidate for re-election and advises of an attached copy of a statement regarding his reasons for his decision.
[Telegram from Walter H. McKenzie to Jesse Northcut - June 24, 1949]
A Western Union telegram sent to Dr. Jesse Northcut First Baptist Church, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. McKenzie, Dallas, Texas, dated June 24, 1949. McKenzie requests of Northcut to send telegrams immediately to his representatives in Austin urging that they "kill" the Vicks Senate amendment to House Bill 84. McKenzie asks Northcut to encourage others to send telegrams. The reverse side includes answer written by TNC [T. N. Carswell] dated June 27, 1949; "To require L. B. [Liquor Board] to face license in court with evidence before cancellation of license. Seems but fair - hence ranks encouraged Tippen to favor."
[Letter from Representative Omar Burleson to T. N. Carswell - January 24, 1947]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Omar Burleson, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., dated January 24, 1947. Burleson advises Carswell that his name will remain on the list to receive the Record and notes that it will be two weeks before the Congressional Directory will be "off the press".
[Letter from Major Charles L. Gamble to Major Thomas N. Carswell - November 24, 1947]
A letter written to Major Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Charles L. Gamble, Major, AGD, Austin, Texas, dated November 24, 1947. Gamble acknowledges the receipt of the application from Carswell for membership in the Texas State Guard Reserve Corps. NOTICE regarding The Annual Convention of the Texas State Guard Officers Association to be held in the Stephen F. Austin Hotel, Austin, Texas December 6-7, 1947.
[Letter from Major Arthur B. Knickerbocker to Major T. N. Carswell - May 24, 1941]
A letter written to Major T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Arthur B. Knickerbocker, Major, Inf., Commanding 34th Battalion, Texas Defense Guard, Odessa, Texas, dated May 24, 1941. Knickerbocker confirms that transportation from Odessa to McCamey will be furnished.
[Notice of Post Office Box Renewal Fee for the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy]
A notice of post office box renewal fee, in the amount of $5.00 for the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, dated November 24, 1954.
[Letter from R. D. Hill to T. N. Carswell - January 24, 1950]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene Machine Company, Abilene, Texas, from R. D. Hill, Little Rock, Arkansas, dated January 24, 1950. Hill predicts that the New Mexico man will prove to be a "go-get-ter", outlines his business travel itinerary, and requests to learn by February 1 of the status of the Post Office Box in order to direct his mail there. Handwritten postscript at top left of page requests a pardon for the errors.
[Letter from F. W. Maher to Carswell Agency - June 24, 1949]
A letter addressed to The Carswell Agency, Abilene, Texas, from F. W. Maher, General Passenger Agent, United Fruit Company, New Orleans 4, LA, dated June 24, 1949. Maher confirms that, between now and September 1st, if Carswell is unable to give them any business they will feel it necessary to cancel his agency agreement.
[Letter from R. H. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - October 24, 1946]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Rupert, R. H. Johnson & Co. Investment Securities, New York 5, N. Y., dated October 24, 1946. Johnson confirms that Carswell's account is receiving his personal supervision assuring him the bear market will run out and that Carswell's confidence in him is greatly appreciated.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Glenn L. Archer - June 24, 1960]
A letter written to Mr. Archer, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, dated June 24, 1960. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the copy of "How the Roman Catholic Church would change the Constitution" and suggests adding a third column detailing what the Catholics are doing to have their schools paid for by public taxation.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Senator John L. McClellan - August 24, 1959]
A letter written to Senator John L. McClellan, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, dated August 24, 1959. Copy to Senator Johnson and Senator Yarborough. Carswell expresses his hope that McClellan gets the legislation passed intact such as the Landrum-Griffin Labor bill Burleson got passed in the House, not a compromise bill like the Kennedy-Erwin bill after rights were stricken there-from through the efforts of Senators Johnson and Yarborough of Texas.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Representative Iris Blitch - June 24, 1959]
A letter written to Mrs. Iris Blitch, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, dated June 24, 1959. Carswell informs Blitch that he is a native of Homerville, Georgia, her district, thus he is writing to enlist her support of the new Labor Bill, the bill sponsored by Representative Smith of Virginia restricting the Supreme Court when dealing with strictly state matters and to discontinue or drastically reduce Foreign Aid. He informs of their family connection by the fact that her husband's maternal grandmother was his mother's sister.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Representative George Mahon - June 24, 1959]
A letter written to Honorable George Mahon, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, dated June 24, 1959. Carswell expresses his hope that Mahon can join Mr. Burleson "in getting these measures passed in the strongest possible form" advising of his views on the labor bill as expressed on an enclosed ballot that was published in the Reporter. He advises that they cut or eliminate foreign aid, that he supports the bill sponsored by Representative Smith of Virginia which curbs the power of the Supreme Court when dealing with strictly state matters.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Senator David Ratliff - June 24, 1959]
A letter written to Senator David Ratliff, State Senate, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated June 24, 1959. Carswell expresses his hope that Latimer will be able to "work out" a tax bill during the special session and that it will include the natural gas 'severance' tax and 'abandoned property' or 'unclaimed funds', both opposed by Governor Daniel.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Representative Truett Latimer - June 24, 1959]
A letter written to Mr. Truett Latimer, House of Representatives, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated June 24, 1959. Carswell expresses his hope that Latimer will be able to "work out" a tax bill during the special session and that it will include the natural gas 'severance' tax and 'abandoned property' or 'unclaimed funds', both opposed by Governor Daniel.
Statement of Wright Morrow - January 24, 1957
A statement from Wright Morrow, marked for release on January 24, 1957. Morrow discusses the history of his possible candidacy and advises that he prefers to withhold any final announcement until the legislative situation clears up or until he can study all the factors involved. Attachment includes: Note stating, "Mr. Morrow thought you might be interested in the enclosed copy of statement made by him this morning."
[Introduction and Stateent of Wright Morrow of Houston]
A short statement introducing Wright Morrow of Houston as a possible candidate for the U. S. Senate seat vacated by Governor Price Daniel. Attached statement includes a statement by Wright Morrow, marked for release on January 24, 1957. Morrow discusses the history of his possible candidacy and advises that he prefers to withhold any final announcement until the legislative situation clears up or until he can study all the factors involved.
[Letter from Smith, Bickley & Pope By Frank E. Smith to Mrs. Virginia Johnson - May 24, 1957]
A letter written to Mrs. Virginia Johnson, Abilene, Texas, from Smith, Bickley & Pope By Frank E. Smith, Abilene, Texas, dated May 24, 1957. Odis Hailey Loan - Lot No 1 Block 8 Arthur Sears Park, Lot No 3 Block No 19 Arthur Sears Park, North 50 feet of Lot No 38 Etheridge Addition. Second letter is duplicate copy. Duplicate copy is typewritten carbon copy on Smith, Bickley & Pope Attorneys letterhead bearing MILLERS FALLS ONION SKIN watermark
[Letter from J. M. Willson to T. N. Carswell - May 24, 1944]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. M. Willson, The American Legion, Department of Texas, dated May 24, 1944. Willson expresses his appreciation for the congratulations from Carswell but does not take credit and is adverse to taking sides, hoping to remain one of the unambitious that can help the whole Legion.
[Letter from Henry Teubel to T. N. Carswell - October 24, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Commander, 5th Division, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Henry Teubel, 18th District Commander, The American Legion, Tulia, Texas, dated October 24, 1942. Teubel submits recommedations for committees naming F. E. (Fred) De Coster of Amarillo, Roy Beard of Amarillo and T. W. Gilstrap of Amarillo. Attachment includes: Note written to Tom [to T. N. Carswell from Henry Teubel]. Teubel confirms his appointment of A. E. Creigh, Jr. of Sanderson, Tx for the Merchant Marine committee and Leland L. Martin of Crane, Tx for the Sons of the Legion committee. Handwritten on ruled note paper.
[Letter from Henry L. Southwick to Miss Byrdie P. Townley - March 24, 1919]
A letter addressed to Miss Byrdie P. Townley, Simmons College, Abilene, Texas, from Henry L. Southwick, President, Emerson College of Oratory, Boston, dated March 24, 1919. Southwick advises that he has enclosed a recommendation and gives his permission for her to use his name as reference, but also discusses the reasons Townley should stay a second year at Simmons for the good of her career. An enclosure includes a letter of recommendation written by Henry L. Southwick, President, Emerson College of Oratory, Boston for Miss Byrdie P. Townley dated March 24, 1919.
[Letter of recommendation by Henry L. Southwick for Miss Byrdie P. Townley - March 24, 1919]
A letter of recommendation written by Henry L. Southwick, President, Emerson College of Oratory, Boston, for Miss Byrdie P. Townley, dated March 24, 1919.
[Letter from J. M. Willson to T. N. Carswell - October 24, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. Tom Carswell from J. M. Willson, Floydada, Texas, dated October 24, 1942. Willson advises that he has not received information from Whitacre or Monk and hopes to be in Abilene and speak with Carswell regarding the improbable goal of the membership drive, that "they justhavenot got it in the 5th".
THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF TEXAS WEEKLY MEMBERSHIP REPORT, OCTOBER 24, 1942
A weekly membership report from The American Legion, Department of Texas, dated October 24, 1942. The reverse side includes handwritten notations, addresses and the date of August 17, 1942.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to the Secretary of Nora Whiting - March 24, 1969]
A letter addressed to Mrs. Whiting's Secretary, Clifton Forge, Virginia, from T. N. Carswell, dated March 24, 1969. Carswell requests a "friendly favor" of Nora's secretary to deliver Easter flowers to "Mrs. Whiting, my wife's sister" at her home and to fill in the enclosed check to cover the expense in full. He explains that having flowers delivered this way rather than by a florist is more personal.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to H. J. Blackwell - July 24, 1949]
A letter written to Horace J. Blackwell, Dallas, Texas from T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, dated July 24, 1949. Carswell appeals "as a friend in need of aid" requesting Blackwell's help to find employment for Peggy in Dallas without her knowing that he has asked for help.
[Letter from J. A. Schneck to T. N. Carswell - January 24, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. A. Schneck, General Agent, T. J. Tidwell Shows, Sweetwater, Texas, dated January 24, 1941. Schneck explains the property restrictions involved in sponsoring a carnival in Abilene suggesting to Carswell that the owners would probably do more for a show under Legion auspices.
[Form letter from T. N. Carswell to W. Earl Hall - November 24, 1941]
A form letter addressed to Mr. W. Earl Hall, Editor, Globe-Gazette, Mason City, Iowa, from T. N. Carswell, for the Committee on Americanism, American Legion, dated November 24, 1941. Promotion of a "What is Americanism?" campaign. The campaign is defined as "seeking more light in the form of a contribution", the contribution being the answer to the question, "What is Americanism?". The answer will then be used "to help stimulate an Americanism Revival comparable in results to the periods of the Revolution, the Making of the Constitution, and the Civil War" stressing that the country's destiny depends on these answers. Postscript: "We suggest: A Patrick Henry Day observance in every community and school in the U.S.A." W. Earl Hall defines Americanism in a typewritten reply at top of page.
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - February 24, 1943]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas,, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 24, 1943. Davis advises of the date set for the San Angelo field day to be in late March, that the date is a result of the current Wichita County work. He touts the Rio Grande Valley trip as his most profitable. Davis advises Carswell that he will write P. D. O'Brien but is unsure of success there noting that O'Brien has a hard situation in his church stating, "they have been able to intimidate every pastor they have had".
[Letter from Floyd Chaffin to T. N. Carswell - August 24, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Floyd Chaffin, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Coleman, Texas, dated August 24, 1942. Chaffin acknowledges the receipt of the letter from Carswell regarding the effort to drive out the liquor traffic, expresses his desire to present the matter to the association and requests from Carswell a definite plan to follow as to how he thinks best to "go about it".
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - February 24, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 24, 1942. Davis lists potential speakers for the Abilene field day suggesting that Carswell might secure Dr. White and a speaker from McMurry or ACC. He advises that Bishop Boaz has already agreed noting that last year Bro. Douglas Carver had requested Boaz.
[Telegram from T. N. Carswell to Representative Pat Bullock - April 24, 1941]
A Western Union telegram sent to Hon. Pat Bullock, House of Representatives, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Chairman 24th District Drys, Abilene, Texas, dated April 24, 1941. Carswell requests that Bullock's committee eliminate all Senate amendments to House Bill 373 and send it through as originally passed.
[Letter from C. C. Armstrong to T. N. Carswell - February 24, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from C. C. Armstrong, Pastor, First Methodist Church, Anson, Texas, dated February 24, 1941. Armstrong describes the lack of organization of the drys in Jones County and the refusal of Judge Miller to act as County Chairman.
[Letter from Philip C. McGahey to T. N. Carswell - February 24, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Philip C. McGahey, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Breckenridge, Texas, dated February 24, 1941. McGahey reports on his actions to get an interest in the Drys including giving the letter to Mr. Waller but that Waller gave it back without comment. He voices his lack of hope to see much done in his county.
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