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- [Letter from Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company to Citizens Lumber Company, December 21, 1908]
- Letter from Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company to The Citizens Lumber Company discussing a note executed by Ed. Henry and B. F. Jordan to W. P. Carey and A. C. Lombard. Once Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company have record that Carey and Lombard hold the note they will pay Henry and Jordan principal and interest.
- [Letter from Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company to H. M. Stevens, December 29, 1908]
- Letter from Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company to H. M. Stevens discussing the railway company's offer to purchase lots 11 and 12 in Block C on Rose Street in Abilene, Texas for the construction and operation of a railroad.
- [Two Letters And Envelope Addressed to McAlpine]
- Two letters and an envelope discussing ranch matters. The first letter is addressed to "Uncle" and signed "Bof Bingham," discusses news of a cattle ranch and is dated June 2, 1918. The second letter is on Sayles Bros. & McAlpine letterhead, addressed to "John" and dated July 2, 1908. The envelope is addressed to "Mr. Uncle McAlpine" and has a note written on it that reads, "This explains itself. It may be a bluff and may not. He has done nothing yet."
- [Letter from D. T. Bomar to Henry Sayles and T. G. Clegg, August 18, 1908]
- Letter from D. T. Bomar to Henry Sayles and T. G. Clegg discussing modifications desired by Clegg in a proposed agreement for the Collins estate. Sayles is supposed to deliver the modifications through a letter to A. Sutherland Harris. Bomar believes a copy of the letter should be sent to Alexander S. Coke.
- [Letter from D. T. Bomar to Henry Sayles, March 28, 1908]
- Letter from D. T. Bomar to Henry Sayles discussing debt owed to Bomar secured by mortgage, bonds and notes. Bomar asks for an agreement with Sayles so that their interests become identical.
- [Letter from D. T. Bomar to Sayles & Sayles, November 5,1908]
- Letter from D. T. Bomar to Sayles & Sayles discussing that Bomar will be in Abilene and will be seeing Sayles & Sayles in reference to condemnation matters.
- [Letter from D. T. Bomar to Will Stith, October 31, 1908]
- Letter from D. T. Bomar to Will Stith remitting two papers regarding the railroad in Taylor County. Bomar is mainly concerned with the right of way that is to be validated by the court.
- [Letter from N. H. Brown to William John Bryan, April 7, 1908]
- Letter from N. H. Brown to William John Bryan asking Bryan to give a commencement address at the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas.
- [Letter from W. J. Bryan to Judge C. U. Connellee, June 30, 1908]
- Letter from W. J. Bryan to Judge C. U. Connellee acknowledging receipt of the letter he sent in regards to the July 1908 primaries and sharing his expectations about the outcome of the elections.
- [Letter from C. U. Connellee to W. J. Bryan, June 27, 1908]
- Letter from C. U. Connellee to W. J. Bryan discussing the conditions under which he will support Bryan politically.
- [Receipt for Taylor County Taxes, 1907]
- Receipt for taxes paid to Taylor County by Henry Sayles, Sr. for the year 1907. The receipt includes assessed value of Sayles' property and an inventory of taxes paid.
- [Receipt For Damages Paid by Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company, December 16, 1908]
- Document certifying that Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company paid damages to the county clerk of Taylor County to be held so that all damages awarded will be paid to the defendant, African Methodist Episcopal Church Connection of the United States of America located at Abilene, Texas.
- Titus County
- Blue line print of survey map of Titus County, Texas, showing rivers, creeks, original land grants or surveys, cities, and towns. Scale [ca. 1:166,667] (5000 varas to the inch).
- [Receipt for San Jacinto County Taxes, 1907]
- Receipt for property taxes paid to San Jacinto County by Hattie Sayles for the year 1907. The receipt includes the assessed value of Sayles' property in San Jacinto County and an inventory of taxes paid.
- Culberson Co.
- Blue line print of survey map of Culberson County, Texas, showing rivers, creeks, original land grants or surveys, blocks of land, cities, towns, and railroads. Handwritten notes have been made on the published map in red and blue ink. Scale [ca. 1:400,000] (12,000 varas to the inch).
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to D. T. Bomar, April 13, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to D. T. Bomar stating he has written to Mr. Sayles about Bower's proposition and will inform him of Sayles' opinion.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, April 13, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles remitting a letter from D. T. Bomar. Hughes discusses making a deal that would earn them both more money. Also discussed is the railroad route that runs through central Texas.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, April 13, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles stating expenses of the plant are covered for the current month. However, Bomar will be responsible to pay to Beardsley because of something that had been revealed the previous November.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, April 14, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles stating he is glad to hear that interest has been paid on the southern and northwest lands. D. T. Bomar sent Hughes exchange for the interest.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, January 9, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles asking him to dispose of Hughes' papers in the Beardsley deal to come to a more negotiable agreement. He states that an appeal for a case in New York has changed.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, June 14, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles saying he was not sure it was a good idea to divide his ranch, but supposes it will be easier to sell. Hughes is anxious for the mineral well deed to be in better shape.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, March 29, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles expressing his happiness that Bomar has extended them an offer. After coming to terms with Bomar, Hughes believes they should no longer partner with him.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, October 1, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing an investment in the Galbrain electric plant.
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, September 15, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing Bomar's plans to negotiate ownership of a property based on his own terms and conditions. Hughes believes Morgan Jones is assisting Bomar in this matter. Hughes wishes to protect his interest in railroad bonds
- [Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles, September 19, 1908]
- Letter from F. W. Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing a decision to be made by creditors. Hughes does not understand why his interest was left out of a purchase. Hughes does believe that whoever buys his notes will make money, especially those in business with David Bomar.
- [Letter from Ted Hughes to Henry Sayles, June 15, 1908]
- Letter from Ted Hughes to Henry Sayles discussing a letter Hughes received from Mr. Bomar.
- [Letter from Felix Jackson to William John Bryan, March 24, 1908]
- Letter from Felix Jackson to William John Bryan discussing the possibility of Bryan attending a hearing with Jackson, as well as requesting Bryan visit prior to the hearing if he does plan to attend.
- [Letter from J. G. Jackson to William John Bryan, February 29, 1908]
- Letter from J. G. Jackson to William John Bryan discussing the pricing of political announcements, comparing them to the pricing of meals.
- [Letter from T. N. Jones to William John Bryan, April 19, 1908]
- Letter from T. N. Jones to William John Bryan discussing speakers that could aid Bryan in his senatorial run.
- [Letter from T. N. Jones to William John Bryan, March 2, 1908]
- Letter from T. N. Jones to William John Bryan requesting that Bryan help raise campaign funds in Abilene for Senator Bailey.
- [Special Warranty Deed, African Methodist Episcopal Church Connection of the United States of American at Abilene, Texas to Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company]
- Document certifying the transfer of the property, Lot 4 of Block 96 in Abilene, Texas, from African Methodist Episcopal Church Connection of the United States of American at Abilene, Texas to Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company. This deed was signed and filed in Taylor County, Texas.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, April 22, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles informing Sayles they did not receive a letter about the destruction of the bonds if he sent one. Kempner has notified Alvey it is okay to burn the bonds and execute the release.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, June 17, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles stating that if Sayles stock in the Water & Light Company is bought, he would like his bought also. He also states that the best thing to do regarding new machinery would be to input a cheaper engine as soon as possible.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, March 24, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles expressing gratitude that Sayles found a way to clear the water in Wichita Falls. Kempner is unwilling to trade with David Bomar on the water and light plant.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, May 5, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles stating Kemp vouched for an ordinance Sayles proposed. Kempner tells Sayles it is best for him to go to Wichita Falls to have this ordinance passed by the city council so that it is satisfactory to him.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, May 7,1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles discussing the amount of bounds that are unsold.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, May 13, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles expressing his desire to give the citizens of Wichita Falls the best water possible. Kempner does not want future dispute in providing clean water. Contract negotiations continue between the two parties.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, November 13, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles thanking him for the statement of the Water & Light Plant. Kempner agrees with the letter Sayles sent to Kemp.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, November 13,1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles discussing previous letters sent by Sayles and confirming a note enclosed of J. T. & A. G. Anderson.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, November 24, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles discussing Kempner meeting with two people, Kemp and Kell, regarding railroad matters.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, October 28, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles remitting a copy of a letter written to Charley Malone.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, September 1, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles discussing an increase in stock to be authorized. Kempner asks about an obligation Sayles has to mature this month and proposes an interest rate of 7%.
- [Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles, September 23, 1908]
- Letter from I. H. Kempner to Henry Sayles discussing Kemp's resignation and Sayles beginning as president of a company. Kempner discusses how he thinks Sayles may appease the stockholders by issuing dividends.
- [Letter from A. M. Kennedy to William John Bryan, March 6, 1908]
- Letter from A. M. Kennedy to William John Bryan requesting a list of men who could help secure the county for Senator Bailey's campaign.
- [Receipt for City of Abilene Taxes, 1907]
- Receipt for taxes paid to the City of Abilene by Henry Sayles, Sr. for the year 1907. The receipt includes the the assessed value of Sayles' property and an inventory of the taxes paid.
- [Letter from Chas. A. Malone to Henry Sayles, May 8, 1908]
- Letter from Chas. A. Malone to Henry Sayles, discussing the rescheduling of a meeting between Mr. Kell and counsel.
- [Letter from Chas. Malone and Frank Hill to Henry Sayles, June 14, 1908]
- Letter from Chas. A. Malone and Frank Hill to Henry Sayles discussing overloads in a power plant. The Wichita Falls Water & Light Company is losing business because of these overloads. Malone and Hill discuss projects under construction that need wiring as well as prices for their own machinery.
- [Bill of Costs, Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company vs. African Methodist Episcopal Church, Cause No. 2730]
- Document listing the bill of costs for Ballinger & Abilene Railway Company vs. African Methodist Episcopal Church, Cause No. 2730.
- [Letter from J. L. McDavid to Sayles & Sayles, December 22, 1908]
- Letter from J. L. McDavid to Sayles & Sayles remitting a check for $389.09.
- Ochiltree County
- Blue line print of survey map of Ochiltree County, Texas, showing rivers, creeks, original land grants or surveys, blocks of land, and towns. Scale [ca. 1:177,778] (4000 varas to 3/4 of an inch).