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[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Jeff Davis - January 16, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Dr. Jeff Davis, United Texas Drys, from T. N. Carswell, Chairman 24th Senatorial District Drys, dated January 16, 1941. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the letter and enclosure from Davis of January 14. He advises of his efforts to organize the 24th Senatorial District, describing the interest as luke warm but assures Davis that he will not stop until they have a set-up in each county. He advises of meetings already scheduled and requests the names of any leaders i… more
Date: January 16, 1941
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - January 21, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Dr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated January 21, 1941. Davis supplies a list of names, as requested by Carswell, of key men in the District and advises that Dr. Walter H. McKenzie of University Baptist Church in Austin be their official representative to the Legislature.
Date: January 21, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - February 3, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Dr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 3, 1941. Davis expresses his appreciation for the letter advising him of the support of Carswell's Senator for Dr. Bradfield's confirmation. Davis touches on an exciting event and promises that he will send a self-explanatory letter regarding "a calvacade of youth to Austin" requesting that Carswell get Abilene's support.
Date: February 3, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Mrs. Jeff Methven to T. N. Carswell - March 4, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Mrs. Jeff Methven, Stenographer, United Texas Drys, dated March 4, 1941. Methven complies to a request from Carswell and supplies copies of a letter. She advises that she is replying only to the questions to which she knows the answers noting that her father is out of town.
Date: March 4, 1941
Creator: Methven, Mrs. Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Form letter and Flyer: From Jeff Davis - February 27, 1941]

Description: A form letter from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 27, 1941. A pep talk and an advisement regarding the action needed to get House Bill 373, Senate Bill 69 and House Bill 209 passed. Attached is a flyer: Steps of Progress written and illustrated by Charles A. Wells, a publication which lists and defines "IMPORTANT BILLS NOW BEFORE THE LEGISLATURE" - House Bill 209, H. B. No. 239, H. B. 373, Senate Bill No. 69, S. B. No. 112, H. B. No. 250, H. B. No. 261, H. J.… more
Date: February 27, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - April 28, 1941]

Description: A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated April 28, 1941. Davis advises Carswell of the Senate refusal in the confirmation of Dr. Bradfield as Chairman, therefore, they are requesting the Governor to appoint Senator Thomas B. Love.
Date: April 28, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - May 8, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated May 8, 1941. Davis reports to Carswell that the Senate removed the amendments and passed House Bill 373.
Date: May 8, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from the Secretary of the Taylor County Drys to Jeff Davis - June 10, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Dr. Jeff Davis, Dallas, Texas, from the Secretary of the Taylor County Drys, dated June 10, 1941. The Secretary informs Davis of a meeting which was held pertaining to the question employing Judge Miller for legal assistance to secure mandamus proceedings on the liquor bill. He requests that Davis contact Miller to secure his services due to it being a statewide issue rather than county or district. He advises of an enclosure listing the names of ministers who were included… more
Date: June 10, 1941
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from E. J. Miller to T. N. Carswell - July 16, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from E. J. Miller, Lawyer, Brownwood, Texas, dated July 16, 1941. Miller advises Carswell that he is enclosing a copy of the letter which he is writing to Dr. Jeff Davis. He advises that the letter might be of interest since Carswell phoned yesterday afternoon. The attached letter is written to Dr. Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys from E. J. Miller, Judge, 35th Judicial District, Brownwood, Texas dated July 16, 1941. Mill… more
Date: July 16, 1941
Creator: Miller, E. J.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - September 2, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated September 2, 1941. Davis advises Carswell of the biennial convention of the United Texas Drys meeting to be held on September 30 and requests that Carswell serve on the Committee of Nominations.
Date: September 2, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - September 18, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated September 18, 1941. Davis informs Carswell that Dr. E. A. Maness, Chairman of the Committee of Nomination, hopes that Carswell can be at the morning committee meeting to get his report in order for the business session in the afternoon.
Date: September 18, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Jeff Davis - November 25, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Dr. Jeff Davis, Texas United Drys, from T. N. Carswell, dated November 25, 1941. Carswell advises of an enclosed check to cover their part for the special attorney and makes inquiry regarding the case and the status of the submission blanks.
Date: November 25, 1941
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - November 26, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated November 26, 1941. Davis acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and expresses his appreciation for the check for the Judge Miller fee. He advises Carswell that the petitions will be "in the hands of our Friends" by February 1, will be subject to the poll tax list of 1942 and that they will not know who are qualified voters until after February 1. He advises of the… more
Date: November 26, 1941
Creator: Davis, Jeff
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from J. J. Taylor to T. N. Carswell - November 27, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from J. J. Taylor, Editor, The Dallas Morning News, dated November 27, 1941. J. J. Taylor defines Americanism.
Date: November 27, 1941
Creator: Taylor, J. J.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Lynn W. Landrum to T. N. Carswell - December 8, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Lynn W. Landrum, Columnist, The Dallas Morning News, dated December 8, 1941. Landrum replies to the request for a definition of Americanism with a copy of a column he wrote previously, which he believes deals with Americanism somewhat in the spirit of Carswell's inquiry. The attached clipping is from The Dallas Morning News, dated Sunday, Nvember 23, 1941, and contains a column titled "Thinking… more
Date: December 8, 1941
Creator: Landrum, Lynn W.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Allen Wight to T. N. Carswell - January 20, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, from Allen Wight, Touchstone, Wight, Gormley & Touchstone, Dallas, Texas, dated January 20, 1941. Wight confirms that he is available to speak at the meeting and is "by no means a famous man" but, complying with the request by Carswell for a personal sketch, details his background: Born in 1889, a great grandson of Lyman Wight, who brought a colony to Texas in the days of the Republic; graduated Austin College in 190… more
Date: January 20, 1941
Creator: Wight, Allen
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Harry C. Withers to T. N. Carswell - February 5, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Harry C. Withers, Managing Editor, The Dallas Morning News, dated February 5, 1941. Confirmation by Withers to Carswell that they have no picture of Judge Allen Wight.
Date: February 5, 1941
Creator: Withers, Harry C.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Judge Allen Wight - February 6, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Judge Allen Wight, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, dated February 6, 1941. Carswell make a request to Wight to supply his newspaper mat.
Date: February 6, 1941
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Allen Wight - January 18, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. Allen Wight, Attorney, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, dated January 18, 1941. Carswell advises Wight that the purpose for arranging the meeting is to acquaint the citizenship of this section with the need for defense and of the necessity for helping those now arrayed against the Axis powers.
Date: January 18, 1941
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Lynn W. Landrum to T. N. Carswell - May 15, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Lynn W. Landrum, The Dallas Morning News, dated May 15, 1941. Landrum expresses his appreciation for the "kindly" note from Carswell.
Date: May 15, 1941
Creator: Landrum, Lynn W.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Mrs. Tanner to Mrs. Kempner, November 7, 1941]

Description: Letter to Mrs. Kempner from Mrs. Tanner from the AWVS. Included in the letter is a copy of a letter from Mrs. Alison. The letter also informs that the chairman of the Dallas unit of the AWVS has resigned.
Date: November 7, 1941
Creator: Tanner, Mrs. Frederick C.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Advertisment from Sargent Colors]

Description: The top portion of the Sargent Colors catalog sent by Walter Bray to Carl B. Compton about advertising in The Texas Art Teacher magazine.
Date: 1941
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Letter from I. H. to Cecile Kempner, November 16, 1941]

Description: Letter to Cecil from her father discussing an issue he had with someone he believed to be fraud. He also encourages Cecil to make up her mind about moving to New York or Dallas. He mentions that "Uncle Stuart" is going blind.
Date: November 16, 1941
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. to Cecile Kempner, November 9, 1941]

Description: Letter to Cecile from her father discussing "Harris" and "Ruth" wanting to travel to New York and their participation as "Daughters of Artillery Club" members in a ball in Dallas. Also writes about Sealy Hutchings Jr.'s participation in the club and his wife, "lady Hutchings" arguing with Gus Arnold, chairman of the House Commitee.
Date: November 9, 1941
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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