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[Letter from D. A. Abernathy to T. N. Carswell - August 4, 1944]
A letter written to Mr. Tommie Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from D. A. Abernathy, Adj, F. A. Post 75, Mineral Wells, Texas, dated August 4, 1944. Abernathy advises of his previous plans to be out of state on vacation at the time of the conference and asks Carswell to serve for him on the Publications Committee at the Fort Worth War Conference.
[Summary of the Life of Jefferson Davis Sandefer]
A short summary of J. D. Sandefer's life. On page 2 is the notation "Jefferson Davis Sandefer, Volume 1V, Number 1, 1962-63. Dedicated to the youth of our state and nation by Adair and Hill, a Texas Heritage Production."
[A receipt on Form S-560 from the United States Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents]
A receipt on Form S-560 from the United States Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Dr., dated March 25, 1941 indicating payment by Hon. T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene Texas for 50 copies of hte Basic Field Manual (FM 22-5) for Infantry Drill Regulations. Payment received by J. G. Adams, Admin. Asst.
[Letter from Lon R. Adams to T. N. Carswell - July 21, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Lon R. Adams, Rotan Post. 194, Rotan, Texas, dated July 21, 1942. Adams expresses his regrets that he was not able to be in Abilene to cast a vote for Carswell and assures of his willingness to do his part to make the coming year one of the best for the 5th Division.
[Letter from Lon R. Adams to T. N. Carswell - June 10, 1941]
A letter written to Commander T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Lon R. Adams, Commander Post 194, Rotan, Texas, dated June 10th 1941. Adams advises of an outdoor program to be held advising that their state commander Ed Ridel will attend and issues an invitation for Carswell to "round up your boys and bring them over".
[Letter from Walter H. Adams to T. N. Carswell - March 25, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. Adams, Dean, Abilene Christian College, Abilene, Texas, dated March 25, 1942. Adams advises that the effects of alcohol are included in several courses.
[Letter from Colonel G. E. Adamson for General Pershing to T. N. Carswell - December 5, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Office of the General of the Armies, G. E. Adamson, Colonel, U.S.A., Ret'd, Military Secretary, Washington, dated December 5, 1941. Adamson explains that General Pershing directed him to acknowledge the letter from Carswell requesting his opinion of Americanism and that he commends the campaign but declines to respond to any requests citing that too many were received to be able answer them all.
"The Four Categories" Cartoon - October 8, 1943
An illustrated watercolor cartoon titled "The Four Categories." In four frames, it depicts four groups of cats, subtitled "Single without", "Single with", "Married no children", and "Married with". It is signed by E. R. Alexander dated October 8, 1943.
[Letter from J. B. Allcorn to T. N. Carswell - June 23, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. B. Allcorn, Agent, Comanche, Texas, dated June 23, 1942. Allcorn acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises that he does not know how to answer due to not being familiar with the current politics. He advises of his impression of Andy Danforth and Charlie Maisel.
[Letter from J. B. Allcorn to T. N. Carswell - March 13, 1942]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. B. Allcorn, Comanche, Texas, dated March 13, 1942. Allcorn congratulates Carswell on his election confiding that he knew nothing about the race including Carswell's name being on the ballot until he had started for the Legion hall.
[Letter from J. B. Allcorn to T. N. Carswell - May 16, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. B. Allcorn, Comanche, Texas, dated May 16, 1941. Allcorn replies to a letter from Carswell and affirms his support of Carswell's candidacy for District Commander noting that he is not able to promise Carswell the Comanche vote discussing, at length, past and future politics of the Legion.
[Letter from J. B. Allcorn to T. N. Carswell - September 4, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, 5th Div., Commander, American Legion, from J. B. Allcorn, Comanche, Texas, dated September 4, 1942. Allcorn declines the invitation to attend the dedication of the Parramore Post building due to having to watch their tires.
[Form letter from John H. Alvis addressed To the Ex-Officers, 10th Battalion, Texas State Guard - November 30, 1953]
A form letter addressed to the Ex-Officers, 10th Battalion, Texas State Guard, from John H. Alvis, Abilene, Texas, dated November 30, 1953. Humorous invitation to a dinner meeting of The American Legion citing that "Chaplain R. B. Freeman―will furnish the venison."
[Letter from First Lieutenant John H. Alvis to Detachment Commander, Medical Officer, S-2, S-4 - December 22, 1941]
A letter addressed to Detachment Commander, Medical Officer, S-2, S-4 from John H. Alvis, First Lieutenant, Infantry, S-3, Tenth Battalion, T.D.G., by authority of Maj. T. N. Carswell, Commander, dated December 22, 1941. Alvis confirms that the Training Schedule for the Headquarters Detachment is the same basic training as for the Rifle Company except that it includes an additional specialized training under the supervision of the medical officers, S-2 and S-4.
[Training Schedule for Rifle Companies - December 1941]
A training schedule for rifle companies for the period of December, 1941, Headquarters 10th Battalion, T.D.G. (Maj. T. N. Carswell, Commanding), Abilene, Texas. Prepared by 1st. Lieut. John H. Alvis, Acting S-3, 10th Bat.
[Training Schedule for Rifle Companies, for November 1941]
A training schedule for rifle companies for the period of November, 1941, Headquarters, 10th Battalion, T.D.G. (Maj. T. N. Carswell, Commanding), Abilene, Texas. Prepared by1st. Lieut. John H. Alvis, Acting S-3, 10th Bat.
[Training Schedule for Rifle Companies, Headquarters 10th Battalion Texas Defense Guard, Abilene, Texas ; Major T. N. Carswell, Commanding, 1st Lieutenant John H. Alvis, Acting S-3 - August 1941]
A training schedule for Rifle Companies, 10th Battalion, T.D.G., Abilene, Texas (Major T. N. Carswell, Commanding), for tte period of August, 1941. Prepared by 1st. Lieut. John H. Alvis, Acting S-3, 10th Bat.
[Training Schedule for Rifle Companies, Headquarters 10th Battalion Texas Defense Guard, Abilene, Texas ; Major T. N. Carswell, Commanding, 1st Lieutenant John H. Alvis, Acting S-3 - July 1941]
A training schedule for Rifle Companies, 10th Battalion, T.D.G., Abilene, Texas (Major T. N. Carswell, Commanding), for the period of July, 1941. Prepared by 1st. Lieut. John H. Alvis, Acting S-3, 10th Bat.
[Training Schedule for Rifle Companies - January 1942]
A training schedule for rifle companies for the period of January, 1942, Headquarters 10th Battalion, T.D.G. (Maj. T. N. Carswell, Commanding), Abilene, Texas. Prepared by 1st. Lieut. John H. Alvis, Acting S-3, 10th Bat.
South Carolina Joins North Carolina In Presenting R. L. McMillan For National Commander
A flyer printed by The American Legion of South Carolina promoting R. L. McMillan of North Carolina for National Commander and includes resolutions passed on the 28th day of February, 1944. Signed by J. J. Bullard, Department Adjutant, Department of South Carolina.
The American Pattern
An essay titled "The American Pattern," written by Elam J. Anderson, President of the University of Redlands in Redlands, California.
[Letter from George S. Anderson to T. N. Carswell - April 20, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from George S. Anderson, President, Board of Trustees, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated April 20, 1948. Notification by Anderson of a meeting of the Board of Trustees of Hendrick Memorial Hospital.
[Letter from George S. Anderson to T. N. Carswell - August 6, 1956]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from George S. Anderson, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Hendrick Hospital dated August 6, 1956. Anderson issues an invitation to trustees to attend the service as E. M. Collier receives an honorary doctorate degree from Hardin-Simmons University.
[Letter from George S. Anderson to T. N. Carswell - January 7, 1958]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from George S. Anderson, Abilene Printing & Stationery Company, dated January 7, 1958. Anderson expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell dated December 23rd advising Carswell that it made him feel very humble, that it helped him and that "if we had more Tommie Carswells, the world would be a better world".
[Letter from George S. Anderson to T. N. Carswell - January 10, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Geo. S. Anderson, President, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated January 10, 1948. Anderson provides the names of the men selected to be on a committee which was created to finish the funding of the new building addition. Committee members: W. W. Haynes; T. C. Campbell; C. M. Caldwell; E. S. Cummings; O. D. Dillingham; Thomas E. Roberts; H. J. Moreland; T. N. Carswell; Wickliffe Skinner; Ewell Bone; Pete Olds; Leroy Jennings; Oscar Rose; Dallas Murphy; T. T. Harris; Dr. C. E. Adams; Dr. Earl D. Sellers; Dr. Wm. R. Snow.
[Letter from George S. Anderson to T. N. Carswell - January 18, 1961]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Geo. S. Anderson, President, Abilene Printing & Stationery Company, Abilene, Texas, dated January 18, 1961. Anderson expresses his appreciation for Carswell's friendship and that his letter helped him. He writes of when he sees Carswell seating people at Church of how he looks in place and that he knows where Carswell will stand with any moral question.
[Thank you card from George S. Anderson to T. N. Carswell - December 28, 1959]
A thank-you note to T. N. Carswell from Geo. S. Anderson, dated December 28, 1959. Anderson expresses his appreciation for the letter received from Carswell.
[Tribute by Geo. S. Anderson for T. N. Carswell]
A tribute to T. N. Carswell by Geo. S. Anderson regarding the resignation of Carswell from the Abilene Chamber of Commerce.
[Form letter from Geo. S. Anderson, W. W. Haynes, Thos. E. Roberts, E. M. Collier addressed to Trustee - October 1, 1952]
A form letter addressed to Trustee from Geo. S. Anderson, President, W. W. Haynes, Vice-President, Thos. E. Roberts, Secretary and E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated October 1, 1952. Anderson, Haynes, Roberts and Collier advise the Trustees of the need of Hardin-Simmons University for $150,000.00 to complete the girls' dormitory assuring them that the hospital can make the loan to the University and requests a vote for or against making the loan. Handwritten note by Carswell dates the decision as needed by October 3, 1952.
[Letter from F. F. Andrews to T. N. Carswell - February 15, 1941]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from F. F. Andrews, Post Commander, Havens-Cannon Post 24, West Grade School, Principal, Anadarko, Oklahoma, dated February 15, 1941. Andrews advises of his interest in the Abilene Ministerial Alliance due to two companies out of Anadarko being in the Abilene area. He advises of the enclosed rosters for the two companies explaining that the town and the men's officers are interested in the welfare of the men. Andrews advises of several Indians belonging to the company and suggests, for unusual entertainment, that they be asked to perform some dances in their costumes. He gives assurance they are not looking for special attention for these men acknowledging their understanding that there are 19,000 men that need the attention of the Abilene community. The attached rosters are of Company "F" 120th Quartermaster Regiment and of Battery "B" 158th F.A.; a penciled "a" is by the names of men who are from Anadarko . The reverse side of the roster includes handwritten names and notations. An attached roster provides a listing of names of officers from Anadarko and a postscript by Andrews stating, "These men are worthy of any trust that you may ask of them".
[Letter from Annie to T. N. Carswell - August 6, 1946]
A letter written to Uncle Norwood [T. N. Carswell] from Annie, Jacksonville 5, Florida, dated August 6, 1946. Annie advises that Eula suggested she send Margaret Anne's address to Carswell in order that he might see her while he was in New York. She talks about liking her work at the Internal Revenue, advises that Bob is fine and asks about Carswell's Travel Agency.
[Fundraising letter from Glenn L. Archer, Protestants and Other Americans United]
A fundraising letter from Glenn L. Archer, Executive Director, Protestants and Other Americans United, Washington 6, D. C.
[Letter from Glenn L. Archer to T. N. Carswell - June 2, 1960]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Glenn L. Archer, Executive Director, Protestants and Other Americans United for Separation of Church and State, Washington 6, D. C., dated June 2, 1960. Archer expresses his appreciation for the check from Carswell and for his kind and helpful letter. Archer confirms the problem before them as exceedingly difficult, that it must be handled with "the most consumate skill" advising that "there are those standing ready to kill us off if they can".
[Letter from Glenn L. Archer to T. N. Carswell - October 3, 1972]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Glenn L. Archer, Executive Director, Americans United for separation of church and state, dated October 3, 1972. Archer expresses his appreciation for the personal note from Carswell and concurs that they have kindred spirits. He advises that he thinks that Carswell is a "mighty young 85", notes that he appreciates the load that Carswell is carrying regarding his wife and offers to send the magazine for old times' sake. Archer expresses his concern that the job regarding separation of church and state gets bigger all the time and asks that Carswell breath a little extra of that good Texas air for him and tells of his dream to be back in Kansas "where my grandfather took a homestead, where a man lived near the sky and God was all around you". The reverse side includes printed letterhead with a listing of names and offices held in the organization of Americans United for separation of church and state.
[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 Lloyd Arnovich to T. N. Carswell - December 22, 1961]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Lloyd Arnovich, Social Case Worker, Big Spring State Hospital, Big Spring, Texas, dated December 22, 1961. Arnovich advises Carswell of their efforts to recruit a local doctor to perform an eye exam for Byrdie Carswell, of the enclosed receipts credited to Byrdie's account and that she continues to do well. Read by: Frankie E. Williams, M. D., Clinical Director. Typewritten on Big Spring State Hospital letterhead bearing GILBERT BOND watermark.
[Letter from A. G. Arrant, M. D. addressed To Whom It May Concern - April 2, 1974]
A letter addressed To Whom It May Concern, from A. G. Arrant, M. D., Abilene, Texas, dated April 2, 1974. Advisement by Arrant of the condition of Mrs. T. N. Carswell [Byrdie Carswell] as totally incompetent both physically and mentally requiring total bed care and professional assistance.
[Letter from Hiram Arrant to T. N. Carswell - July 25, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Hiram Arrant, Executive Secretary, Hardin-Simmons University dated July 25, 1941. Arrant expresses his appreciation for the part Carswell played in the pageant, "Fifty Years On Forty Acres".
[Letter from Mrs. H. V. Ashton to Governor Coke Stevenson - September 8, 1941]
A letter addressed to The Honorable Coke Stevenson, Governor of Texas, from Mrs. H. V. Ashton, Abilene, Texas, dated September 8, 1941. Ashton outlines her qualifications and requests that Stevenson consider her letter as the application for appointment as a member of the Board of Cosmetology.
[Letter from Julian Atwood to T. N. Carswell - August 9, 1943]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Julian Atwood, Pastor, Highland Baptist Church, Dallas 4, Texas, dated August 9, 1943. Atwood advises Carswell that Dr. Buddin reported to him the results of their conference with Carswell and that he is delighted that it looks as if they may be able to have Carswell as their next leader of the Dry forces.
[Letter from Julian Atwood to T. N. Carswell - July 27, 1943]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Julian Atwood, Pastor, Highland Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, dated July 27, 1943. Atwood informs Carswell of the Committee request for a conference with Carswell regarding filling the vacancy [with the United Texas Drys] caused by the resignation of Jeff Davis.
[Letter from C. B. Austin to T. N. Carswell - December 9, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, from C. B. Austin, Pastor, West Washington Baptist Church, Washington, D. C., dated December 9, 1941. Austin advises Carswell that he is mailing the letter regarding Americanism to Mr. Geo. B. Fraser, the new President of the D. C. Baptist Convention, to answer the question "What is Americanism?".
[West Washington Baptist Church bulletin: "THE LIGHT COMETH" - Illustration by C. M. Burd]
A bulletin from the West Washington Baptist Church (Washington, D.C.), Charles B. Austin, Pastor. The bulletin front includes the announcement of the White Christmas Pageant, "THE LIGHT COMETH" to be held on December 21, 1941 with illustration by C. M. Burd. Inside page includes a schedule of events for SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1941 and listing of OUR WHITE CHRISTMAS PAGEANTS from 1925-1941. Bulletin back; WHITE GIFTS FOR THE KING. The Legend of Cathay.
[Letter from Joseph G. Babich to parolee - October 3, 1953]
A letter written to a parolee, in care of T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Joseph G. Babich, Secretary, Governor's Office, Sacramento 14, California, dated October 3, 1953. Babich informs Subject A-9803 that his application is complete and is being forwarded to Adult Authority for consideration assuring of as early attention as possible under the circumstances.
[Letter from Joseph G. Babich to T. N. Carswell - April 14, 1953]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Taylor County Parole Board, from Joseph G. Babich, Secretary, Sacramento 14, California, dated April 14, 1953. Babich acknowledges receipt of the letter from Carswell advising that it is being placed with the file so that it will have the Governor's consideration. Babich assures Carswell that the Governor will appreciate having his comments in this case.
[Letter from Joseph G. Babich to T. N. Carswell - December 4, 1953]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Taylor County Parole Board, from Joseph G. Babich, Secretary, Governor's Office, Sacramento 14, California, dated December 4, 1953. Babich acknowledges, per the request of Governor Knight, the letter from Carswell of December 2 regarding the request made for clemency for Subject No. 17095 assuring Carswell that Governor Knight will not consider another application for executive clemency from this subject until October, 1955.
[Letter from Joseph G. Babich to T. N. Carswell - June 26, 1953]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Taylor County Parole Board, from Joseph G. Babich, Secretary, Governor's Office, Sacramento 14, California, dated June 26, 1953. Babich gives furthur instruction and explanation regarding an enclosed set of forms used in applying for executive clemency which were requested by Carswell for Subject A-9803.
[Letter from Mrs. Pearl Baggett to T. N. Carswell - June 14, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Mrs. Pearl Baggett, Secretary to Superintendent, Blackwell, Oklahoma, dated June 14, 1965. Baggett advises that she found no relative information concerning Dr. Cyrus N. Ray but suggests that he write to the local newspaper, The Journal Tribune, to a Mrs. Helen Seubert.
[Letter from E. W. Bailey to T. N. Carswell - April 22, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from E. W. Bailey, Controller, Hardin-Simmons University dated April 22, 1965. Bailey advises of enclosed checks HSU had failed to forward an annual installment for the lots owned by Carswell on Cedar Street.
[Form letter from H. Grady Bailey - June 15, 1956]
A form letter from H. Grady Bailey, Post Adjutant, American Legion, Parramore Post 57, Abilene, Texas, dated June 15, 1956. Announcement of the appointment of T. N. Carswell, Chairman, Roy L. Duke, John Alvis, L. F. Gilmer and Clyde Fulwiler by Vice Commander Frank W. Levett as a nominating committee for Parramore Post No. 57.
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