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[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. Hernandez, April 24, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. Hernandez urging support for a city charter amendment to increase funding for indigent care at John Sealy Hospital from $75,000 to $200,000 annually. Kempner highlights the hospital's importance to Galveston and requests the club's help in promoting the amendment for the May 14th vote, emphasizing that it will benefit the city's future.
Date: April 24, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. H. Hubert, April 24, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. H. Hubert urging support for a city charter amendment to increase funding for indigent care at John Sealy Hospital from $75,000 to $200,000 annually. Kempner highlights the hospital's importance to Galveston and requests the club's help in promoting the amendment for the May 14th vote, emphasizing that it will benefit the city's future.
Date: April 24, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. Robert Oldfield, April 24, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mrs. Robert Oldfield urging support for a city charter amendment to increase funding for indigent care at John Sealy Hospital from $75,000 to $200,000 annually. Kempner highlights the hospital's importance to Galveston and requests the club's help in promoting the amendment for the May 14th vote, emphasizing that it will benefit the city's future.
Date: April 24, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Wick Fowler, April 24, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Wick Fowler discussing an unsolicited letter from Mr. Louviere of Imperial Sugar Company regarding a film called "Texas College Travelogue." The film, available at Kempner's office or the Texas Prudential Building, aims to attract various audiences, including organizations and individuals. He mentions the film's appeal to several groups and suggests brief speeches before or after the screening to enhance engagement.
Date: April 24, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Wick Fowler and J. F. Hamilton, April 23, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Wick Fowler and J. F. Hamilton mentioning an attached clipping from the previous day's Tribune. He notes that the first two paragraphs of the clipping contain useful observations and matter that could be leveraged in publicity work for newspapers, radio, or speakers.
Date: April 23, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. W. Lain, April 23, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. W. Lain including an attached letter from Senator Lyndon Johnson praising the film "Texas College Travelogue." He plans to bring the film back from Sugar Land and suggests showing it multiple times to increase attendance. He proposes combining the film with a short address supporting a tax for the Medical School and hospital. He asks Lain to canvass his associates about using the film and to inform him of their decision by the end of the week.
Date: April 23, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from John H. McCray to Paul E. Taft, April 23, 1957]

Description: Letter from John H. McCray to Paul E. Taft emphasizing the importance of a proposed city charter amendment for additional funds for the University of Texas Medical School. McCray encloses details about the amendment and urges that citizens be informed. He mentions that other local media have agreed to support publicity efforts and asks for Taft's cooperation.
Date: April 23, 1957
Creator: McCray, John H.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to G. F. Jud, March 28, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to G. F. Jud discussing property tax data. He summarizes Jud's figures, noting about 8,000 tax payers with properties assessed at $5,000 or less, and very few assessed above $6,000. He asks how this compares to the number of poll tax receipts and exemption certificates, as these individuals are qualified to vote on the charter amendment.
Date: March 28, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, February 13, 1957]

Description: Letter from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner outlining discussions from a recent State and National Affairs Committee meeting. It highlights a proposed bill for constructing a quick treatment mental hospital in the Galveston-Houston area, requiring the community to provide the site. Additionally, Representatives Hosey and Schwartz suggested creating a Hospital District to fund care for county indigent patients
Date: February 13, 1957
Creator: Holliday, E. S.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. W. Lain, June 5, 1959]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to J. W. Lain reporting limited activity due to scheduling issues. He has lobbied Texas legislators for adequate funding for John Sealy Hospital. The current bill is generally acceptable but needs improvements. The outcome is still uncertain. A postscript notes the tax rate difference for hospital support between Dallas and Galveston.
Date: June 5, 1959
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Edward Schreiber to I. H. Kempner, February 20, 1959]

Description: Letter from Edward Schreiber to I. H. Kempner, outlining recommendations for the Medical College Committee: 1) Study the Hamilton Report, 2) Promote Medical Education Week, and 3) Work for more legislative appropriations for the Medical School. He mentions the uncertainty of the budget needed but suggests a minimum of $300. He expresses appreciation for his appointment to the committee and assures full support.
Date: February 20, 1959
Creator: Schreiber, Edward
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from David Nathan to I. H. Kempner, February 20, 1959]

Description: Letter from David Nathan to I. H. Kempner suggesting that a meeting and frank exchange of views are necessary to propose a program and determine funding needs. He offers three suggestions: 1) The committee should meet with authorities at the Medical School for a discussion, 2) Appoint a liaison to ensure continuity, and 3) Develop an educational program directed at members and others, noting that such efforts have previously lacked follow-through.
Date: February 20, 1959
Creator: Nathan, David H.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Postcard of Jewel Box, Forest Park, January 26, 1955]

Description: Postcard featuring an illustration of Jewel Box in Forest Park, St. Louis, Missouri. The scene shows three pagoda temple statues and dozens of flowerbeds of many different colors surrounding a small stream. Birds can be seen standing along the stream. On either side of the stream are two pathways connected by a small bridge crossing the stream. The paths are further surrounded by more flowers and large palms and trees. On the back of the card is a message from Halle Steinberg to Daniel W. and J… more
Date: January 26, 1955
Creator: Steinberg, Halle
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Postcard of La Isla Verde and Gibraltar, 1950]

Description: Postcard of La Isla Verde and Gibraltar from the Hotel Cristina in Algeciras, Cádiz, Spain. The photo shows palm trees and some distant buildings on the shore of Algeciras. Algeciras, La Isla Verde, and Gibraltar are separated by the bay of Gibraltar and a bridge connects the shore to La Isla Verde on which are several more buildings. Further in the distance is the Rock of Gibraltar. On the back of the card is a message from Mario Santochia to Daniel W. Kempner.
Date: 1950~
Creator: Santochia, Mario
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Harris L. Kempner to Mr. & Mrs. I. H. Kempner, August 17, 1957]

Description: Letter from Harris L. Kempner to Mary Josephine Carroll and Isaac H. Kempner discussing general points of interest, such as a benign lump on Sandy's chest, Shrub's party at Art's camp, a party for Frances Louise and payment on bales of cotton. A post script note discusses how anxious Sarah and Fannie are to not have had heard from them.
Date: August 17, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Harris Leon
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Jerry Thomas, September 11, 1959]

Description: Letter from Harris Leon Kempner to Jerry Thomas, returning the records on Haloid Xerox Inc. and Bobbie Brooks. And as he saw the reports, he realizes that though their paten licenses were ceased, their earnings for 1959 were same as n1958. And, he mentions that it's been great pleasure to meet Jerry and Lyda Ann.
Date: September 11, 1959
Creator: Kempner, Harris Leon
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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