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[Letter from I. H. Kempner to D. W. Kempner, October 22, 1953]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to D. W. Kempner discussing both professional and personal matters with H. Kempner. Professionally, it touches on salary adjustments and promotions at their company, indicating satisfaction among the executives with the recent changes. It also mentions an unresolved investigation concerning misconduct at the Wharf Company. Personally, the letter details the peaceful passing of a family member named Herb, describing his final days and the family's grief management.
Date: October 22, 1953
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from A. T. Whayne to I. H. Kempner, December 10, 1953]

Description: Letter from A. T. Whayne to I. H. Kempner acknowledging Kempner's letter from June 18th and revisits the proposal for a banquet to honor the principals of the Medical College. He suggests reserving a special number of tables for them at the annual banquet of the Chamber of Commerce to provide recognition.
Date: December 10, 1953
Creator: Whayne, A. T.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to A. T. Whayne, June 18, 1953]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to A. T. Whayne acknowledging Whayne's letter of the 15th and agrees that a banquet to honor the Medical College staff is a good idea but expresses concerns about its practicality. He mentions doubts about the availability of necessary equipment and appurtenances for the hospital's opening and the high cost of a worthy banquet. He suggests waiting a few months until adequate facilities are available before planning the event.
Date: June 18, 1953
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from A. T. Whayne to I. H. Kempner. June 15, 1953]

Description: Letter from A. T. Whayne to I. H. Kempner informing Kempner that the new addition to the hospital and medical college will be completed and opened late this year. He suggests organizing a banquet to honor the Medical College staff at the same time as the opening, proposing the Marine Room of the Pleasure Pier as the venue, accommodating approximately 1,100 guests. He assures full cooperation from all Chamber committees.
Date: June 15, 1953
Creator: Whayne, A. T.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner. November 30, 1953]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner praising Kempner's report to the Galveston Chamber of Commerce from the Medical College Committee, suggesting Kempner should write more often due to his skill. Leake requests the Chamber's support for developing a Student Activities Center and improving housing facilities near the Medical Branch, emphasizing the benefits to the local community.
Date: November 30, 1953
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to C. D. Leake, November 20, 1953]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to C. D. Leake informing Dr. Leake that the January issue of the Galveston Magazine will feature annual reports from the Chamber of Commerce and requests the Medical College Committee's report by December 5th. He asks Dr. Leake, Dean Galvin, or Mr. Cappleman to provide data focusing on the future needs of the Medical School rather than past accomplishments. They express willingness to discuss this further over the phone or in person.
Date: November 20, 1953
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, November 17, 1953]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner thanking Kempner for his November 12th letter suggesting aid from the Chamber of Commerce for renting the Municipal Pier for the American Association of Anatomists meeting in April. Leake appreciates Kempner's suggestions and will attempt to secure the funds. He also mentions a recent visit with Colonel Joseph Evans and praises Evans for his leadership in the Houston Visiting Nurses Association.
Date: November 17, 1953
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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