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- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to The State Department of Health, Texas - February 21, 1963]
- A letter addressed to the State Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics, Austin, Texas from T. N. Carswell, dated February 21, 1963. Carswell requests three copies of the death certificate of Arthur Robert Ross who died January 17, 1926 to be sent to Edna R. Johnson of Pecos, Texas. He advises of an attached check to cover costs and that Senator Bullock, Senator Ratliff or Representative Raleigh Brown will vouch for him. 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 Senator David W. Ratliff to T. N. Carswell - July 18, 1961]
- A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from David W. Ratliff, The Senate of The State of Texas, Austin, dated July 18, 1961. Ratliff expresses his appreciation for Carswell's help with his tenure of "Governor for a Day".
- [Letter from Virgil Musick to Mr. Pat O'Keefe - June 4, 1964]
- A letter written to Mr. Pat O'Keefe, State Democratic Headquarters, Austin, Texas, from Virgil Musick, Abilene, Texas, dated June 4, 1964. Musick requests an additional badge for Mr. T. N. Carswell of Abilene who will act as secretary during the Houston Convention.
- [Form letter from Senator David Ratliff - December 11, 1961]
- A form letter addressed to Friends, from David Ratliff, The Senate of The State of Texas, Austin, dated December 11, 1961. Ratliff expresses his appreciation for having been able to serve the 24th District as State Senator for seven years. He announces his plans to run for re-election asking for continued support and offers the Season's Greetings.
- [Letter from Allan Shivers to T. N. Carswell - October 13, 1960]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Allan Shivers, Austin, Texas, dated October 13, 1960. Shivers expresses his appreciation for the encouraging message from Carswell and advises that his suggestion will be given just as prompt attention as possible.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to Allan Shivers - September 29, 1960]
- A letter written to Governor Shivers, from T. N. Carswell, dated September 29, 1960. Carswell congratulates Shivers on his Dallas address expressing his pride in Shiver's unselfish dedication in the present political campaign and requests the assistance of his office in constructing a letter "To the Editor".
- [Letter from Allan Shivers to T. N. Carswell - January 7, 1960]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Allan Shivers, Austin, Texas, dated January 7, 1960. Shivers expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell expressing the confidence in his ability to serve the conservative cause advising that he could not consider a personal campaign of any kind at this time citing many family and business commitments.
- [Letter from Lieutenant Governor Preston Smith to T. N. Carswell - November 30, 1967]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Preston Smith, Lieutenant Governor, Austin, Texas, dated November 30, 1967. An invitation issued to Carswell, his family and his friends "to discuss any problems confronting our State" at a coffee in Abilene at the Downtowner Motor Inn in the Crystal Room.
- [Letter from Clay Cotten to W. H. Carson, May 12, 1961]
- Letter from Clay Cotten to W. H. Carson discussing the topic of stock cancellation; Mr. Carson owns stock in an insurance company that just recently merged with another. Mr. Cotten explains the merging process of two insurance companies.
- [Letter from Truett Latimer to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth M. George, July 14, 1961]
- Letter from Truett Latimer to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth M. George discussing various topics in the Legislature including the Lobby Control Act, the taxation on natural resources, the taxation on alcoholic beverages and cigarettes, and House Bill 334.
- [Letter from Douglas W. Gossett to Truett Latimer, January 14, 1961]
- Letter from Douglas W. Gossett to Truett Latimer discussing the Local Option Alcoholic Beverage Law in Texas. Mr. Gossett disagrees with the law and thinks the decision concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages be made on a county-wide or city-wide basis. He encloses a clipping [not included here] from the Texas Methodist concerning the results of a legalized precinct in Garza County.
- [Letter to Truett Latimer Opposing HJR 4 and 53, March 15, 1961]
- Letter to Truett Latimer opposing House Joint Resolutions 4 and 53.
- [Letter Discussing the Amendment of Article 5519a, March 24, 1961]
- Letter discussing the amendment of Article 5519a. The author of the letter asks about the legal ramifications of the amendment.
- [Letter from Cleve Cullers to Truett Latimer, January 19, 1961]
- Letter from Cleve Cullers to Truett Latimer discussing the Uniform Vehicle Code. He leaves a postscript that reads, "I don't like that pay-roll tax".
- [Postcard from Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Clemmer to Truett Latimer, February 23, 1961]
- Postcard from Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Clemmer to Truett Latimer urging him to oppose HJR 4, a resolution that would legalize horse race gambling.
- [Letter from Rupert N. Richardson to Truett Latimer, January 15, 1961]
- Letter from Rupert N. Richardson to Truett Latimer asking for help from the Legislature for his committee, the Historical Survey Committee, in aiding the Civil War Centennial Committee.
- [Letter from Ernest O. Thompson to Clyde W. Reid, September 13, 1960]
- Letter from Ernest O. Thompson to Clyde W. Reid informing him that his application for a drilling permit had been denied. He attaches the application.
- [Letter from William R. McDowell to Truett Latimer, January 25, 1961]
- Letter from William R. McDowell to Truett Latimer; He forwards [not included here] the information he got when he requested copies of the 'free-state' legislation in effect in Washington, Utah, and Nevada.
- [Postcard to Truett Latimer Discussing Bills 33 and 44, February 22, 1961]
- Postcard to Truett Latimer discussing Bills 33 and 44. The author of the postcard asks that Mr. Latimer support both bills.
- [Telegram from Members of the Abilene Landmen's Association, April 5, 1961]
- Telegram from members of the Abilene Landmen's Association to Truett Latimer. They ask that he oppose House Bill 118.
- [Letter from E. E. McAdams to Hoyt Smith, September 5, 1961]
- Letter from E. E. McAdams to Hoyt Smith discussing an issue relating to a milk contract for the Abilene State School. He talks about the reasons Abilene firms weren't able to bid for the contract.
- [Letter from Truett Latimer Discussing the General Sales Tax, May 1, 1961]
- Letter from Truett Latimer Discussing the General Sales Tax; He attaches a clipping of an article from the Abilene Reporter-News which he says clarifies his position on the general sales tax. Mr. Latimer feels there shouldn't be a sales tax until state expenditures have been cut.
- [Postcard from the South Side Baptist Church to Truett Latimer, February 24, 1961]
- Postcard from the South Side Baptist Church to Truett Latimer inviting him to a bowling party on the 20th of March, 1961.
- [Letter from Richard Dresser to Truett Latimer, April 15, 1961]
- Letter from Richard Dresser to Truett Latimer regarding the amendment he [Mr. Dresser] proposed for Article 5519-a. Mr. Dresser thinks his amendment is good legislation for landowners in Texas.
- [Letter from Wally Akin to Truett Latimer, January 22, 1961]
- Letter from Wally Akin to Truett Latimer discussing the tax situation in Texas. He details an issue he had with the State Comptroller's office. He then talks about what he sees as a missed opportunity in not taxing movie theatres.
- [Letter from John and Jean De Ford to Truett Latimer, April 8, 1961]
- Letter from John and Jean De Ford to Truett Latimer clearing up a misunderstanding in their recent call. They take issue with Mr. Latimer participating in an unnamed election where he supported Bill Blakely.
- [Letter from Richard M. Cummins to Billy Baker, October 16, 1961]
- Letter from Richard M. Cummins to Billy Baker discussing the school bus transportation system. Mr. Cummins gives certain sections from Article 2922-15 that talk about the requirements needed for a district or county to provide transportation for a pupil. He asks that Mr. Baker further discuss his issue with his local County Superintendent of Schools and G. E. Stowe, the Assistant Superintendent of Schools for the Abilene Independent School District.
- [Letter from Mrs. W. L. Robinson to Truett Latimer, 1961]
- Letter from Mrs. W. L. Robinson to Truett Latimer discussing the teacher pay raise. The message to Mr. Latimer is written on a letter she received from Ray McKelvain talking about the same topic. Mrs. Robinson is against the legislation. She also shows appreciation for Mr. Latimer's vote to tax the sales of trading stamps.
- [Letter from Allen Wright to Truett Latimer, March 28, 1961]
- Letter from Allen Wright to Truett Latimer discussing House Bill 575, the bill that would regulate the sale and carry of firearms, by Donald Shipley. He attaches a bulletin from the National Rifle Association referencing and discussing the bill. Mr. Shipley talks about his issues with certain parts of the bill.
- [Telegram from Hal Sayles to Truett Latimer, April 13, 1961]
- Telegram from Hal Sayles to Truett Latimer urging him to support the sales tax. There is also a letter from Guy W. Shaw to Truett Latimer dated April 13, 1961. Mr. Shaw urges Mr. Latimer to support House Bill 118, the bill that would require a certificate on a contract of sale before can be accepted for recordation.
- [Letter from A. L. Comgan to Charles Ballman, March 28, 1961]
- Letter from A. L. Comgan to Charles Ballman discussing the tax situation in Texas. He suggests that they increase the tax on alcoholic beverages and legalize horse racing for the chance to tax it. He also thinks dry towns are hypocritical about their stance on the sale of alcohol.
- [Letter from Eudora Hawkins to Pete Snelson, May 18, 1961]
- Letter from Eudora Hawkins to Pete Snelson discussing the amendment to House Bill 652, the bill that would move the behind-the-wheel training phase of the Driver Education program outside school hours. Mr. Hawkins thinks this would lead to parents teaching their children how to drive, which he sees as a problem. He is opposed to the amendment and lists his reasons.
- [Letter from Wally Akin to Truett Latimer, January 23, 1961]
- Letter from Wally Akin to Truett Latimer discussing the possibility of taxing movies and tv shows.
- [Letter from Stanley Vinson to Truett Latimer, April 25, 1961]
- Letter from Stanley Vinson to Truett Latimer thanking him for arranging interviews for him during his Austin trip the previous month. He talks about the job as a watchman at the State Board of Control, the job he says he likes the most. He asks Mr. Latimer to help contact Mr. Burke, the man who interviewed him, about the status of his application. There is a handwritten note at the bottom of the letter that reads, "I called him in Abilene on may 3, 1961 Burke at Board of Control is to write him."
- [Clipping: Editor Pleads for Immediate Action On 12-Point Gambling Bill -- Signed by C. C. Wade]
- Editorial from the February 21, 1961 issue of The Baptist Standard, detailing what happened during the hearing on House Joint Resolution 4 and asking that people contact their representatives to oppose the bill. There is a pre-printed letter on the editorial for one to sign and fill in their representative; It is signed by C. C. Wade and addressed to Truett Latimer. The last sentence of the third paragraph is subject to an annotation that reads, 'This is good! Don't give up! You have our prayers!'. The other side of the paper contains an article titled 'Safeguards Against Secularization'.
- [Letter to Truett Latimer Opposing Resolution 575, April 14, 1961]
- Letter to Truett Latimer Opposing Resolution 575, the law concerning the sale and carrying of firearms by individuals. The author urges Mr. Latimer to vote against it.
- [Letter from Ben A. Glusing to the Texas House of Representatives, May 29, 1961]
- Letter from Texas State Representative Ben A. Glusing to the House discussing his candidacy for the Speakership.
- [Letter from Jack H. Womack to Truett Latimer, April 26, 1961]
- Letter from Jack H. Womack of the Texas State Wide Credit Group to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer discussing the Group's support for HB 84, a bill revising lien laws. Womack describes his appearance before the House Judiciary Committee and Professor Kenneth Woodward's presentation on the bill.
- [Telegram from Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Schuls to February 24, 1961]
- Telegram sent to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer from Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Schuls urging him to oppose HJR 4, a resolution legalizing horse race gambling.
- [Letter from Rose E. Hull to Laura McCormick, July 20, 1961]
- Letter from Rose E. Hull of the Fort Worth Beauty School to Laura McCormick discussing the school's program, including course length, tuition, entrance requirements, and the Lee Self-Styling Method.
- [Letter from Truett Latimer to Ed V. Mead, April 27, 1961]
- Letter from Texas State Representative Truett Latimer to Ed V. Mead discussing the referral to committee of two bills sent by Mead, enclosing a copy of the San Angelo Standard Times, and stating that the Legislature's biennial appropriations amount to $2.57 billion and includes a new general sales tax.
- [Letter from Ben E. Jarvis to Truett Latimer, March 23, 1962]
- Letter from Texas State Representative Ben E. Jarvis to fellow Representative Truett Latimer discussing the candidacy of Warren G. Moore for Congressman-at-Large and asking Latimer to vote for him. Latimer is addressed as "senator" in reference to his ongoing bid for the Senate.
- [Letter from Kate Causseaux to Truett Latimer, January 7, 1961]
- Letter from Kate Causseaux of the Business and Professional Women's Club to Texas State Truett Latimer inviting him and his wife to a Club dinner meeting.
- [Letter from R. P. Lack to Truett Latimer, July 24, 1961]
- Letter from R. P. Lack to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer enclosing a letter from a Sears store manager in Oklahoma City.
- [Postcard from Mr. and Mrs. B. D. King to Truett Latimer, 1961]
- Postcard from Mr. and Mrs. B. D. King to Truett Latimer urging him to oppose HJR 4, a resolution that would legalize horse race gambling.
- [Letter from J. Neil Daniel to Truett Latimer, March 21, 1961]
- Letter from J. Neil Daniel to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer discussing his opposition to HB 363, a bill reducing an acceptable jury verdict from unanimous to a 9-3 majority, and HB 413, a bill prohibiting taking statements from an injured adverse party for 15 days.
- [Letter from Duane Gustavus to Truett Latimer, April 7, 1961]
- Letter from Duane Gustavus to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer asking if he could help him find work as a page in the House or Senate, listing his background and accomplishments.
- [Letter from Truett Latimer to Will W. Hair, January 20, 1960]
- Letter from Texas State Representative Truett Latimer to Will W. Hair discussing the organization of the State Textbook Committee and the process of acquiring, approving, and removing textbooks for public schools.
- [Letter from Cleve Cullers to Truett Latimer, May 3, 1961]
- Letter from Cleve Cullers to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer expressing his opposition to a proposed sales tax.
- [Letter from Elora Alderman to Charles and Betty Cleland, December 10, 1961]
- Copy of a letter from Elora Alderman to Charles and Betty Cleland introducing them to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer, discussing the Cleland's work with "TPA Dallas," Latimer's accomplishments and potential to work on their behalf in the Legislature, and various events in her family and friends' lives. This letter was forwarded by Alderman to Latimer with a brief preface addressed to him.