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[Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner, January 13, 1945]

Description: Letter from Karl L. Lovelady to I. H. Kempner detailing financial needs and legislative activities. Lovelady is drawing a draft for $175, which includes $150 for legal fees and $25 for expenses, because he needs to pay his hotel bills twice a month. He mentions legislative quietness, noting that Senator Aikin has introduced a bill limiting the powers of the Board of Regents. He expresses confidence that the bill and other initiatives will pass, despite some difficulties, and specifically mentio… more
Date: July 13, 1945
Creator: Lovelady, Karl L.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from D. K. Woodward to I. H. Kempner, October 13, 1949]

Description: Letter from D. K. Woodward to I. H. Kempner conveying gratitude for Mr. Kempner's invitation to host a meeting of the Board of Regents at Galveston. It informs him that the Board will weigh the invitation during their upcoming meeting on October 26th. Following the meeting, a decision will be communicated in a subsequent letter from the University President, T.S. Painter. This suggests the University is seriously considering the offer but hasn't made a final decision yet.
Date: October 13, 1949
Creator: Woodward, D. K.
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

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Galveston Chamber Of Commerce, November 13, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Galveston Chamber Of Commerce highlighting efforts to secure equitable funding for hospital expenses from Galveston taxpayers. He outlines the committee's work to pass a tax levy to support hospital costs and details the challenges faced due to limited local contributions. It emphasizes the need for continued financial support from the state legislature, and the importance of appointing a local representative to the Board of Regents to ensure better oversight and su… more
Date: November 13, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Duke Goddard, May 13, 1949]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Duke Goddard expressing his appreciation for the House passing an appropriation for the Medical Branch according to the recommendations of Representative Godard. He mentions the positive impact this will have on their morale and feels they are making progress. He acknowledges the House committee's understanding of the importance of the Medical Branch to the state and trusts the Senate will concur.
Date: May 13, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
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 A. T. Whayne, November 23, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to A. T. Whayne enclosing a copy of his report as Chairman of the Medical College Committee and requests Whayne to pass it on to Mr. Harry Levy and Mr. Joe Eiband for their review. He hopes the report is satisfactory and mentions that any uncovered points can be included in a supplemental report by other committee members.
Date: November 13, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. S. Holliday, July 13, 1960]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to E. S. Holliday including a photostat of a letter from Dr. John Truslow, which suggests a matter previously considered but undecided. Kempner requests Holliday and Mr. Waterman to reconsider the suggestion and offers to discuss it before leaving for a month at the end of July.
Date: July 13, 1960
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Arthur W. Quinn, January 13, 1949]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Arthur W. Quinn discussing a more definite interest from parties in Carrizo Springs in buying the Oak Grove Ranch. The interested parties offer $24.00 per acre net or $25.00 per acre less 1/8 royalty, and the author suggests Quinn's parties look at the place soon to make a competitive offer. The letter emphasizes the importance of a definite contract and indicates the sale will operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
Date: January 13, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Luigi Calegari, January 13, 1951]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Luigi Calegari expressing appreciation for the magnificent cake sent by Mr. Calegari along with his Christmas greetings and good wishes. He and Mrs. Kempner are grateful for the kind gesture and wish they could express their thanks more adequately.
Date: January 13, 1951
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Hulon W. Black, January 13, 1951]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Hulon W. Black expressing gratitude for receiving a copy of the brochure titled "Developing a University From Good to Great" and finds its content timely and relevant for all of Texas. He mentions observing the development at the Medical School in Galveston, noting the high standards achieved, but emphasizes the need to maintain the school's reputation and attract outstanding staff.
Date: January 13, 1951
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Alvin A. Horne to Jack Dowd, March 13, 1951]

Description: Letter from Alvin A. Horne to Jack Dowd stating that the bank holds a membership in the Galveston Country Club, currently under the name of Cecil Rhodes. The bank wishes to transfer this membership to Mr. Arthur E. Ake, a cashier at the bank, who is described as married with two children, a clean-cut, high-type young man of excellent character.
Date: March 13, 1951
Creator: Horne, Alvin A.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Walter L. Johnston, February 13, 1951]

Description: Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Walter L. Johnston highlighting the club's facilities, including 200 acres of land, a clubhouse, tennis courts, a swimming pool, a golf course, and a lake. The letter outlines membership costs totaling $480 and notes that the stock can be paid in installments. It emphasizes the club's limited membership openings and requests a prompt reply using the enclosed stamped envelope.
Date: February 13, 1951
Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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