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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 H. J. Blackwell - August 11, 1965]
A letter written to Horace [H. J. Blackwell] from T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, dated August 11, 1965. Carswell explains his holdings of 200 shares of South Coast Life Insurance stock, of his desire to acquire more and requests information regarding the Company, if available. He advises, in a postscript, that he would value Blackwell's opinion. 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.
[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 Kathryn Pritchett to T. N. Carswell]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Kathryn Pritchett, Dallas, Texas. Pritchett expresses her appreciation to Carswell for the Christmas present to their little girls and for being such a wonderful friend to her parents. She describes the real happiness that Peggy now has with her own little boy and offers her best wishes.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Ed Drake - November 11, 1957]
A letter written to Hon. Ed. Drake, Chairman, Dallas County Democratic Executive Committee from T. N. Carswell, dated November 11, 1957. Carswell advises that his daughter, Peggy Carswell, has recently moved to Dallas and has a "constructive interest in politics". He advises Drake, that in his opinion, Peggy would fit in well with his organization.
[Letter from Edward J. Drake to Mrs. Mildred Nicholson, copy to Peggy Carswell and T. N. Carswell - November 12, 1957]
A letter written to Mrs. Mildred Nicholson, Office of the Democratic Executive Committee, Dallas, Texas from Edward J. Drake, Dallas 1, Texas, dated November 12, 1957. Copy to Miss Peggy Carswell, Dallas, Texas and to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas. Drake advises Nicholson to place the name of Miss Peggy Carswell in the file as "one to be notified for all Conservative efforts" in their precinct and county Conservative projects. In a handwritten postscript Drake thanks Carswell for writing.
[Picture postcard: Republic National Bank Building at Dallas ; Letter from Lannie addressed to T. N. Carswell - March 22, 1956]
A picture postcard of the Republic National Bank Building at Dallas. The reverse side includes correspondence to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Lannie, postmarked Dallas, Texas, March 3, 1956. Lannie inquires about Carswell's health, advises that he is doing well and is well on his way in adjusting himself to the situation noting that a letter will follow soon.
[Letter from H. J. Blackwell to T. N. Carswell - December 28,1948]
A letter written to Mr. Tommy Carswell, Abilene, Texas from H. J. Blackwell, Vice President, First National Bank, Dallas 1, Texas, dated December 28, 1948. Blackwell expresses his appreciation to Carswell for thinking of him at Christmas time and for the tie.
[Letter from R. D. Hill to T. N. Carswell - December 20, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene Machine Company, from R. D. Hill, The White-Plaza Hotels, Dallas, Texas, dated December 20, 1948. Hill extends Christmas greetings.
[Letter from Omar Radford to T. N. Carswell - April 10, 1947]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Omar Radford, Dallas 16, Texas, dated April 10, 1947. Radford expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell of March the 6th in which he said so many nice things about him, but he advises that "you do not find many men in this day and age who are square shooters". Radford lists several qualities of Abilene noting that it is "well located for the making of a good city" and Camp Barkeley is ideal for some kind of plant.
[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 Charlie, The Menasha Products Company to T. N. Carswell - April 1, 1939]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Charlie, The Menasha Products Company, Dallas, Texas, dated April 1, 1939. Charlie expresses his appreciation for the note from Carswell dated March 30 and assures him that the "expression" was worth more than silver or gold, that if he was of any help to Carswell, he is grateful. He advises of his fervent belief in the old saying that right will win out in the end and wishes all that is good for Carswell.
[Letter from Omar Radford to T. N. Carswell - March 8, 1946]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Omar Radford, Dallas 16, Texas, dated March 8, 1946. Omar acknowledges his receipt of the letter and check from Carswell advising Carswell that his account is being credited with the check. He comments on Carswell's new venture in the Tax Service business and assures Carswell of his hope that he will be elected Commissioner at the special election.
[Letter from Thomas B. Love to T. N. Carswell - June 12, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Thos. B. Love, Lawyer, Dallas, Texas, dated June 12, 1941. Love expresses his appreciation for the note and enclosure from Carswell. He describes the suit [a suit challenging the new liquor control act passed by the 47th Legislature] as a travesty advising that application should be made to the Supreme Court for a Writ of Mandamus to compel the publication of this law by the Secretary of State and to compel its enforcement by the State Liquor Control Board. He asks, in a postscript, if Carswell is related to his old friend Robert Carswell of Decatur with whom he served in the Texas Legislature.
[Letter from Betty Bray to T. N. Carswell - July 20, 1962]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Betty Bray, Underwriters General Agency, Dallas, Texas, dated July 20, 1962. Traditional business apology saying they are very sorry he did not approve of the service provided, yet, coverage was provided and they must charge for this.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Underwriters General Agency - July 19, 1962]
A letter addressed to Underwriters General Agency, Dallas 21, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated July 19, 1962. RE: Your Les Clark Statement July 2, 1962. Carswell writes that he trusts they will see their error, and act accordingly. CC to Mr. Les Clark, Great American Reserve Insurance Co.
[Insurance statement from Betty Bray to Les Clark]
An insurance statement from Betty Bray, Underwriters General Agency, Dallas 21, Texas, to Mr. Les Clark, Abilene, Texas, dated July 2, 1962. Re: Southern County Mutual, Thomas N. Carswell. Advisement of balance due on the above policy.
[Letter from Les Clark to Betty Bray - July 5, 1962]
A letter written to Underwriters General Agency Att. Betty Bray, from Les Clark, Great American of Dallas, Intra-Company Communication, dated July 5, 1962. Subject: Southern County Mutual Policy, Thomas N. Carswell. Clark notes his regret in losing this business.
[Letter from James C. Hodges to T. N. Carswell - December 15, 1960]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from James C. Hodges, Chief, Administration Division, U. S. Treasury Department, Internal Revenue Service, District Director, Dallas, Texas, dated December 15, 1960. Hodges confirms the enrollment of Carswell in the tax clinic noting Mr. J. T. Logan and Mr. Herschel Boggs will be looking forward to seeing him there.
[Letter from Dick West to T. N. Carswell - December 28, 1959]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Dick West, Assistant Editor, Editorial Page, The Dallas Morning News, dated December 28, 1959. West expresses his appreciation for Carswell's kind letter of December 24 requesting he write again, even if he disagrees, and express his opinion.
[Letter from Hugh Prather, Jr. to T. N. Carswell - August 8, 1956]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Hugh Prather, Jr., Dallas 5, Texas, dated August 8, 1956. Prather expresses his appreciation of the letter from Carswell concerning their proposed organization for Conservative Democrats in Dallas County. He advises that more people are expressing the idea contained in Carswell's letter regarding making it a state-wide organization and confirms that his help in his area would be greatly appreciated.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Hugh Prather - August 6, 1956]
A letter written to Mr. Hugh Prather, State Democratic Executive Committeeman, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated August 6, 1956. Carswell expands upon a suggestion made by Prather regarding the creation of a permanent organization for conservative Democrats of Dallas County by suggesting the creation of a statewide organization and establishing Dallas county as the headquarters. He offers congratulations to Prather and Ed Drake for their "great victories in May".
[Letter from Mrs. James O. McLeod to T. N. Carswell - May 20, 1952]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jewel McLeod (Mrs. James O. McLeod), Dallas 11, Texas, dated May 20, 1952. McLeod explains the suggestion she had made about Carswell securing a Civil Service connection in Dallas as selfish on her part and wanting again to work for her "Old Boss", since some of her fondest memories were in connection with her work with Carswell. McLeod describes her job and expresses her wish for the best for him and Mrs. Carswell, that Orville and the boys join in extending best regards.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Peter Molyneaux - August 14, 1951]
A letter written to Mr. Peter Molyneaux, The Dallas News, from T. N. Carswell, dated August 14, 1951. Carswell states that he is "actionably interested" in Molyneaux's articles about the democratic party and the south advising that "no effort can be too costly which has as its objective the restoration of the democratic party to the control of those whose political philosophy is fashioned along the lines of those who founded the party". He continues blasting the current problematic politicians stating, "the nation not less than the democratic party will be served when the Humphrey, CIO, anti-South leadership has been eliminated from the party". The way to attain such an end, starting in Texas, is to control the Precinct Conventions. He asks Molyneaux if he will suggest a statement of priniciples or resolutions suitable to be adopted at the conventions. Carswell then discourses on the term CIVIL RIGHTS hoping that they find other appropriate terminology "to propound our opposition to the bastard civil rights proposals of Humphrey and his cohorts".
[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 Mac C. Smyth to T. N. Carswell including Federal Reserve Bank REGISTRATION STATEMENT - January 5, 1946]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Mac C. Smyth, Assistant Cashier, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, dated January 5, 1946. Cover letter by Smyth advising of enclosed copies of Registration Statement 563-a. Typewritten on business letterhead bearing NATIONAL BANK BOND watermark. Enclosure includes: Federal Reserve Bank REGISTRATION STATEMENT dated January 8, 1946. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Taylor, Texas - Financial business, Security Loans - New Business. Form F.R. 563.a. The reverse side includes INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTRATION STATEMENT.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Max McCullough - September 28, 1942]
A letter written to Hon. Max McCullough, Regional Director, Office of Price Administration, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated September 28, 1942. Carswell explains to McCullough that he wrote to Mark McGee of Fort Worth regarding a job and in his reply McGee suggested that Carswell should write to McCullough.
[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 T. N. Carswell to Major Ted Dealey - September 28, 1942]
A letter written to Ted Dealey, Major, A S C, Field Procurement Division, The Dallas News, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated September 28, 1942. Carswell expresses his appreciation to Dealey for his letter and the Form 0850 relative to the Army Specialist Corps. Carswell advises that he has filled out the form and is returning it, therein.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Judge, Corporation Court, Dallas, Texas - September 11, 1956]
A letter addressed to Judge, Corporation Court, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated September 11, 1956. An explanation by Carswell of his parking violation while in Dallas.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Lynn Landrum - February 16, 1954]
A letter written to Mr. Landrum, from T. N. Carswell, dated February 16, 1954. Carswell gives his opinion of what Landrum wrote in his column advising that the solution to the increase in crime is not in an enlarged police force but that they must find out the cause of the increase in crime, that until the cause is known their "attempts at a solution are at most but well intentioned 'shots in the dark'".
[Letter from Lynn W. Landrum to T. N. Carswell - February 23, 1954]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Lynn W. Landrum, The Dallas Morning News, dated February 23, 1954. Landrum conceeds that it is true there are underlying causes for criminality in Dallas suggesting one cause is "our modern church has lost its appeal" but defends his column citing that Dallas is understaffed in its police and sheriff forces.
[Letter from H. S. Davis to T. N. Carswell and Ruth B. Gay - June 26, 1952]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell & Ruth B. Gay, dba, Carswell Travel Agency, Windsor Hotel Lobby, Abilene, Texas, from H. S. Davis, Head, Wage & Excise Tax Division, Internal Revenue Service, Dallas 1, Texas, dated June 26, 1952. An advisement regarding a discrepancy on a tax return for Mrs. Gay. The reverse side includes a letter addressed to Sir--Mr. H. S. Davis, Internal Revenue Office, Dallas, Texas from Carswell Travel Agency, Wooten Hotel Lobby, By T. N. Carswell, Partner dated July 2, 1952. Carswell refers to the letter from Davis dated June 26, 1952 and advises Davis regarding the work rendered by Mrs. Gay in the Agency thus the method of payment of her salary in regards to her tax return.
[Letter from Richard G. Kennedy to T. N. Carswell - May 31, 1950]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Richard G. Kennedy, Supervisor-Traffic & Schedules, Pioneer Air Lines, Inc., Love Field, Dallas, Texas, dated May 31, 1950. Kennedy confirms that the forms and reports necessary for the sponsorship of Carswell's agency by Pioneer Air Lines have been completed.
Letter from Holman Jenkens to R. W. Haynie - May 3, 1949]
A letter written to Mr. R. W. Haynie, Attorney at Law, Abilene, Texas, from Holman Jenkens, Attorney At Law, Dallas, Texas, dated May 3, 1949. T. N. Carswell vs P. H. Diffenbaugh. Jenkens expresses his appreciation to Haynie for forwarding this matter to him noting they will be able to find out whether or not Mr. Diffenbaugh has anything. Typewritten at the bottom of the page is correspondence from Holman Jenkens, Dallas, Texas to Mr. Carswell--Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas. Jenkens expresses his appreciation to Carswell for having this matter referred to him.
[Letter from J. B. Pope to T. N. Carswell - March 4, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. B. Pope, President, Rural Life Insurance Company, Dallas, Texas, dated March 4, 1948. Cover letter by Pope advising of an enclosed financial statement. Typewritten on business letterhead bearing GRAHAM WORLD BOND watermark. Enclosure includes: RURAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY Financial Statement dated December 31, 1947.
[Letter from Omar Radford to T. N. Carswell - January 26, 1947]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Omar Radford, Dallas 16, Texas, dated January 26, 1947. Radford advises that he has noted what Carswell says relative to Hotel stock and advises that he is making a new note for Carswell explaining his friendship means more than money noting the old note was at six per cent hence the new note is at four per cent.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Senator William A. Blakley - December 20, 1960]
A letter written to Senator Blakley, from T. N. Carswell, dated February 21, 1961. Carswell acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Blakley advising that he will do what he can to help get him elected to the U. S. Senate.
[Letter from William A. Blakley to T. N. Carswell - December 23, 1960]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Wm. A. Blakley, Dallas, Texas dated December 23, 1960. Blakley expresses his appreciation for Carswell's letter, suggestions and information. He expects to be in Abilene during the campaign and hopes for a personal visit with Carswell.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to William A. Blakley - December 20, 1960]
A letter written to Senator Wm. A. Blakley, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated December 20, 1960. Carswell reminds Blakley that he supported him in his previous campaign advising him that he will do so again in the contest now approaching noting that the other announced contenders are not of his liking. He advises that Blakley will have no competition from Wright or Gonzales but the county will lean toward Tower should Blakley be in a run-off against him.
[Letter from Senator William A. Blakley to T. N. Carswell - December 23, 1960]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Wm. A. Blakley, United States Senate, dated February 27, 1961. Blakley expresses his appreciation for Carswell's confidence and support in his campaign. Blakley touches on the status of the campaign and extends his hope that Carswell can speak in his behalf.
[Form letter from William A. Blakley - May 14, 1958]
A form letter addressed to "Fellow Texan," from Wm. A. Blakley, Dallas, Texas, dated May 14, 1958. Blakley acknowledges that he is not an experienced politician and having been appointed to the Senate on January 15, 1957 by Governor Shivers but that he feels the need to serve to preserve our system of government which is based on the separation of powers and the sovereignty of the States. He advises of the devotion that is required from all who believe in contitutional government and requests suggestions regarding his candidacy for the United States Senate.
[Letter from William A. Blakley to T. N. Carswell - December 31, 1957]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Wm. A. Blakley, Dallas 2, Texas, dated December 31, 1957. Blakley expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell, his regret in not being able to work out a speaking date at present, and his agreement with Carswell regarding the character and conduct of their mutual friends Ed Drake, Hugh Prather and Mrs. Cullen Thomas.
[Letter from William A. Blakley to T. N. Carswell - April 21, 1958]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Travel Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Wm. A. Blakley, Dallas, Texas, dated April 21, 1958. Blakley expresses his appreciation for Carswell's letter of confidence and support and for his contribution to the campaign. "You may be sure that I was not unmindful of the encouragment given me in Abilene when I reached my decision to make this campaign."
[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 T. N. Carswell to Senator William A. Blakley - May 23, 1958]
A letter written to Senator William A. Blakley, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated May 23, 1958. Carswell replies to Blakley's letter of May 14 with suggestions regarding his campaign strategy. "In my analysis of your candidacy you are not running for an office, you are challenging the people of Texas to a rededication and adherance to that principle of government that has contributed most to our greatness."
[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.
[Letter from J. M. Willson to T. N. Carswell - November 23, 1943]
A letter written to Mr. Tom Carswell, Dallas, Texas, from J. M. Willson, Floydada, Texas, dated November 23, 1943. Willson advises Carswell of the reason he has never run for any office is that he did not approve of the tactics used in elections. He advises Carswell that he is very much in favor of Henry Love being elected to the office.
[Letter from Captain Charlie Maisel to T. N. Carswell - September 28, 1943]
A letter written to Mr. Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Captain Charlie Maisel, United States Marine Corps Southern Recruiting Division, Dallas, Texas, dated September 28, 1943. Maisel outlines the events of his year as Commander of Texas advising that it is ending and expresses his pleasure to Carswell in having served as the Chairman of the Texas delegation with such a fine Legionnaire.
[Letter from Captain Charles J. Maisel to T. N. Carswell - July 28, 1943]
A letter written to Legionnaire Thos. N. Carswell, 5th Division Commander, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Capt. Chas. J. Maisel, Department Commander, Dallas, Texas, dated July 28, 1943. Maisel appoints Carswell as Chairman of the RULES Committee for the Department War Conference and discusses the arrangements to be made at Fort Worth for meeting rooms and bulletin boards.
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