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[Letter from E. S. Holliday to members of Medical College Committee, January 18, 1956]

Description: Letter from E. S. Holliday to members of Medical College Committee emphasizing the importance of the committee's work in developing and executing the Chamber's programs and assures the full support of the Board of Directors. Vice President John H. McCray will act as a liaison between the committee and the Board. The letter expresses gratitude for their acceptance of this significant role in enhancing Galveston.
Date: January 18, 1956
Creator: Holliday, E. S.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from G. A. W. Currie to I. H. Kempner, April 18, 1956]

Description: Letter from G. A. W. Currie to I. H. Kempner acknowledging the receipt of Mr. Kemper's letter from April 14th and discusses the financial contributions from the Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Currie agrees with Dr. Paley on the importance of expanding the public relations program and suggests that the Medical College Committee raise $3,000 for the Medical Research Foundation of Texas, similar to the previous year. Dr. Paley will seek additional funding from other sources to maintain the established o… more
Date: April 18, 1956
Creator: Currie, G. A. W.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from E. S. Holliday to B. P. Fontille, February 22, 1956]

Description: Letter from E. S. Holliday to B. P. Fontille highly commending the club for its program supporting the University of Texas Medical Branch and its hospitals. Holliday emphasizes the importance of public awareness regarding the Medical Branch's contributions to health and welfare, which could lead to increased funding. He also acknowledges the efforts of the Chamber's Medical College Committee, led by Mr. I. H. Kempner, in securing appropriations.
Date: February 22, 1956
Creator: Holliday, E. S.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Russel H. Markwell to I. H. Kempner, February 15, 1956]

Description: Letter from Russel H. Markwell to I. H. Kempner responding to Kempner's inquiry about the feasibility of raising $10,000 from a county-wide barbecue. He expresses skepticism about sufficient attendance at $7.00 per plate or $14.00 per couple in Galveston County. Markwell notes that barbecues and rodeos generally attract more attendees in ranching areas and suggests discussing the event with the Mainland Chambers of Commerce to gauge interest.
Date: February 15, 1956
Creator: Markwell, Russel H.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. A. Kelso, January 13, 1956]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to W. A. Kelso thanking him for his unsolicited and voluntary check in favor of the Chamber of Commerce for the University of Texas School of Medicine, in response to a June 8 letter. He acknowledges the generosity and notes the likelihood of another fundraising call soon, hoping Mr. Kelso's example will inspire others.
Date: January 13, 1956
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

Dress ensemble

Description: A) The dress is mid-calf-length, sleeveless, and with a boat neckline. Tailored to fit, with side bust and waist darts. Self fabric bow at top of waist gore which releases into a box pleat at the skirt. Slightly dropped waist. Under the sides of front box pleat edges are two knife pleats to create fullness, with darts for slimmer waist. On either side of front bock pleat is a small 1" intake pleat to balance fullness of skirt. Side seams have a lapping box pleat and an small triangular insert f… more
Date: Spring 1956
Creator: Dior, Christian
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Cocktail dress

Description: Cocktail dress of black jersey, net, and tape lace/embroidery, and ivory organza. Knee length, with scoop neck. Elbow to 3/4 length sleeves. Horizontal ruching in wide band across waist. Skirt is full and multi-layered. Outer-most layer is of ivory organza, with appliquéd black net with a "flames" pattern lower edge, over-embroidered with black tape lace/appliqué in matching flame patterns. Second layer of skirt is of plain ivory organza. Third layer of skirt is of an ivory nylon faille. Innerm… more
Date: 1956
Creator: Rudolf
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to members of Medical College Committee, June 29, 1956]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to members of Medical College Committee inviting them to a meeting of the Medical College Committee on Monday, July 2nd, at 10 AM in his office. The meeting aims to make arrangements for a dinner in honor of Dr. Truslow, following the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce's directive. The letter notes the meeting will be brief, not exceeding fifteen minutes, and asks recipients to call if they cannot attend.
Date: June 29, 1956
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, April 25, 1956]

Description: Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner acknowledging Kempner's recommendation and correspondence with Dr. Paley regarding a contribution to the Medical Research Foundation of Texas. The Executive Committee unanimously approved a $3,000 contribution from the Medical College Fund. Enclosed is the Chamber's check for this amount, and Dr. Paley's letter of April 10th is returned as requested.
Date: April 25, 1956
Creator: Holliday, E. S.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Harry Levy, Jr., February 17, 1956]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Harry Levy, Jr. thanking Mr. Levy for his thoughts on the letter of February 11th and the conclusions in Mr. Levy's letter of the 13th. He mentions that due to other campaigns for the Medical School of the University of Texas being contemplated and fostered in Galveston, it is not an opportune time to launch a new campaign for funds. Additionally, he cites unfavorable weather conditions as a reason to defer the project until better weather for outdoor activities.
Date: February 17, 1956
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Russel H. Markwell, February 17, 1956]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Russel H. Markwell thanking Mr. Markwell for his thoughts on the letter of February 11th and the conclusions in Mr. Markwell's letter of the 15th. He mentions that due to other campaigns for the Medical School of the University of Texas being contemplated and fostered in Galveston, it is not an opportune time to launch a new campaign for funds. Additionally, he cites unfavorable weather conditions as a reason to defer the project until better weather for outdoor act… more
Date: February 17, 1956
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Joe Eiband, February 16, 1956]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Joe Eiband thanking Mr. Eiband for his thoughts on the letter of February 11th and the conclusions in Mr. Eiband's letter of the 13th. He mentions that due to other campaigns for the Medical School of the University of Texas being contemplated and fostered in Galveston, it is not an opportune time to launch a new campaign for funds. Additionally, he cites unfavorable weather conditions as a reason to defer the project until better weather for outdoor activities.
Date: February 17, 1956
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Joe G. Eiband to I. H. Kempner, February 13, 1956]

Description: Letter from Joe G. Eiband to I. H. Kempner responding to Kempner's request to raise $8,000 to $10,000 for research led by Dr. Paley at the Medical School. Eiband outlines the fundraising logistics, calculating the costs of a dinner event for 1,400 people. He expresses concern about the feasibility of raising the funds, especially given another concurrent fundraising effort for a new Students Activity Building at the University of Texas Medical Branch.
Date: February 13, 1956
Creator: Eiband, Joe G.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. S. Holliday, January 13, 1956]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. S. Holliday suggesting the names of Dr. G.A.W. Currie, Russell Marikwell, and A.T. Whayne, along with the ex officio mayor, as co-members of the 1956 Medical College Committee. It proposes adding two more members, including Mr. W.A. Kelso and a representative of the retail merchants. The letter also suggests approaching H.H. Levy Jr., Joe Eiband, and Robert L. Cohen III to see which two would be willing to attend meetings and contribute to the committee's efforts. more
Date: January 13, 1956
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. J. Pennington, January 12, 1956]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. J. Pennington explaining his inability to attend the meeting and dinner due to a day's absence. He emphasizes the importance of the Chamber's efforts to support the University of Texas School of Medicine by undertaking a campaign to raise a minimum of $10,000, and additionally $3,000 or $4,000 for the committee's work. He underscores the value of the institution from educational, health, and economic perspectives and stresses the need for the community's financia… more
Date: January 12, 1956
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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