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- The Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 98, No. 8, Ed. 1 Tuesday, November 24, 2009
- Bi-weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes campus news and local news of interest to students along with advertising.
- The Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 97, No. 10, Ed. 1 Tuesday, February 24, 2009
- Bi-weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes campus news and local news of interest to students along with advertising.
- [Photograph of the Fletchers after Commencement]
- Photograph of Dr. and Mrs. Jesse C. Fletcher after inauguration, shown standing in a parking lot. Dr. Fletcher wears his graduation regalia and presidential medallion.
- [Photograph of Faculty Football Game]
- Photograph of the faculty vs. trustees football game at Simmons College. They are shown standing around in a huddle, looking at the football on the ground.
- Aerial Photograph of Abilene, Texas (I-20 and US 277)
- An aerial photograph of the intersection fo Interstate 20 and US 277 in Abilene, Texas, taken by Abilene photographer Don Hutcheson. Photographer's Note: Brandsford-Hines, aerials
- Aerial Photograph of Downtown Abilene, Texas
- An aerial photograph of Abilene, Texas, showing the downtown area. The photograph was taken by photographer Don Hutcheson.
- Aerial Photograph of Abilene, Texas (I-20 and US 277)
- An aerial photograph of the intersection fo Interstate 20 and US 277 in Abilene, Texas, taken by Abilene photographer Don Hutcheson. Photographer's Note: Brandsford-Hines, aerials
- [Telegram from Nolan Palmer, April 24, 1957]
- Telegram sent to Truett Latimer from Nolan Palmer regarding Palmer's support for House Bill 25.
- [Letter from Truett Latimer to Joe Williamson, March 24, 1955]
- Letter from Truett Latimer to Joe Williamson discussing the Trinity River Bill. Mr. Latimer assures that his vote on the bill will be what represents the best interest of his people.
- [Letter from T. N. Carswell to Major Fellbaum - November 24, 1943]
- A letter addressed to Major L. M. Fellbaum, Field Division, Austin 17, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, CAS, dated November 24, 1943. Carswell confirms his schedule submitted for work with the Dallas Boards audits is as per Fellbaum's telephone request.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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 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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- [Prototype of wording for the Dedication of Hunter Hall]
- A draft of the wording for an engraved card to be included with the invitation for the Dedication of Hunter Hall (Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene, Texas). Instructions handwritten by T. N. Carswell regarding engraving and size.
- [Letter from W. P. Wright to T. N. Carswell - June 24, 1949]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from W. P. Wright, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Hardin-Simmons University dated June 24, 1949. Notification by Wright of a meeting which has been called by Mr. W. W. Haynes for all the workers of the Major Gifts Program and an advisement that J. Howard Williams and Mr. A. D. Foreman, Sr. are to speak.
- [Commendation regarding Trustee George S. Anderson for presentation at the Baptist General Convention of Texas - September 24, 1953]
- A commendation written regarding Trustee George S. Anderson for presentation at the Baptist General Convention of Texas and dated September 24, 1953. Signed by T. N. Carswell.
- [Letter from E. M. Collier to T. N. Carswell - March 24, 1956]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from E. M. Collier, Administrator, Hendrick Memorial Hospital dated March 24, 1956. Notification by Collier of a meeting of the Board of Trustees of Hendrick Memorial Hospital. An agenda is outlined including Dr. V. H. Shoultz to report on the radio isotope laboratory and the colbalt unit desired at Hendrick.
- [Letter from James Basden to T. N. Carswell - May 24, 1963]
- A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from James Basden, Secretary, Human Welfare Commission, Dallas 1, Texas dated May 24, 1963. Basden expresses his appreciation for the nice letter and for the quotation given to him by Carswell. He advises of his plans to use it in a speech.
- [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".
- [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.
- 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."
- [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 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 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 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 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. 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 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.
- [Letter from F. E. Giescke to W. J. Bryan, May 24 1944]
- Letter from F. E. Giescke to W. J. Bryan thanking him for the letter he sent and informing him that his information will be updated in the Former Students Association. He also informs Mr. Bryan of how his endowment check will be utilized and provides him with information about the activities of the Former Students Association.
- [Letter to Honorable W, J, Bryan, January 24, 1911]
- Letter to honorable W. J. Bryan commending him for introducing the bill regarding the location of a State Normal School at Abilene, Texas. The author of the letter informs Mr. Bryan that the bill was approved and highlights the importance of the School to the State of Texas.
- [Letter from Walter S. Pope to Honorable W. J. Bryan, Jul 24, 1914]
- Letter from Walter S. Pope to Honorable W. J. Bryan discussing the details of the joint debate of Wagstaff and L. A. Brooks regarding the Ball and Furgerson race.
- [Letter from J. T. Robison to Mrs. W. J. Bryan, August 24, 1912]
- Letter from J. T. Robison to Mrs. W. J. Bryan sympathizing with him about his severe accident and wishing him a successful recovery.
- [Letter from T.L. Foster to William John Bryan, June 24, 1906]
- Letter from T.L. Foster to William John Bryan discussing an enclosed post card requesting they both appear before the Board of Equalization in San Augustine county over the matter of valuation of Bryan's property.
- [Letter to Senator W. J. Bryan, December 24, 1938]
- Letter Senator W. J. Bryan showing him appreciation for the letter he sent and inviting him to visit.
- [Letter from R. D. Bumpass to Honorable W. J. Bryan, February 24, 1944]
- Letter from R. D. Bumpass to Honorable W. J. Bryan thanking him for the letter he sent and sending prayers to Mr. Bryan.
- [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 H. H. Harrington to William John Bryan, April 24, 1909]
- Letter from H. H. Harrington to William John Bryan discussing details of the Station Bill, which Bryan aided in getting passed, regarding stations appropriated for A&M College.
- [Letter Mr. W. J. Bryan, February 24, 1938]
- Letter to Mr. W. J. Bryan providing him with a copy of an article written in regards to the location of the Federal Court in Abilene, Texas.
- [Letter from John Sayles to G. C. Spillers, September 24, 1925]
- Letter from John Sayles to G. C. Spillers stating the Tomlinson et al. vs. Independent Torpedo Company likely won't be set for trial until after the court convenes. Chastain & Judkins, the plaintiff's attorneys, ask the trial be set for October 9th and will be agreed if Spillers is able to attend.
- [Letter from Sayles & Sayles to George O. Harrell, January 24, 1939]
- Letter from Sayles & Sayles to George O. Harrell discussing the case W. O. Rainwater vs. Indian Territory Illuminating Oil Company. Sayles & Sayles is asking for any transcript of records for the regarding case so that Sayles & Sayles can prepare an appeal. Sayles& Sayles also ask for notification on if the judge has signed the order overruling the motion for a new trial.