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Transcript of meeting on HemisFair '68

Description: Transcript of a meeting held August 24, 1965 with Allison Peery, Richard Wilson, and Jim Glass. The meeting discussed the HemisFair project, why it was proposed, how it would be financed, the space planning, what facilities and attractions would be offered, as well as what the fair symbols should be. The transcript is typed, with annotations in hand, on "Culberson, Slaughter, Glass & DuBose, inc." corporate letterhead.
Date: August 27, 1965
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections

Proposed tower = Torre en proyecto

Description: Description of the Tower of the Americas concept drawing by O'Neil Ford. Description is in English and Spanish, and contains short information about the architect, cost, height, elevators, capacity, and tower facilities.
Date: 1965
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections

[Letter from Preston Shirley to I. H. Kempner, January 26, 1965]

Description: Letter from Preston Shirley to I. H. Kempner thanking Kempner for his letter of January 20 and acknowledges Kempner's physical condition, expressing a desire to rely on Kempner's knowledge and experience with the Medical Affairs Committee. Shirley assures Kempner that he will handle most of the legwork and follow Kempner's directions and advice.
Date: January 26, 1965
Creator: Shirley, Preston
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Preston Shirley, January 20, 1965]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Preston Shirley acknowledging receipt of Shirley's letter from January 19, which included a certificate of appointment to the Medical Complex Committee for 1965. He reiterates that he previously informed Mr. Hunter of his willingness to contribute to the committee despite concerns that his physical condition might limit his activities.
Date: January 20, 1965
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Edwin D. Hunter to I. H. Kempner, January 7, 1965]

Description: Letter from Edwin D. Hunter to I. H. Kempner thanking Kempner for his letter regarding the Medical Branch Committee and informs him that he will be officially listed as Honorary Chairman of the Medical Branch Committee. He also mentions that Mr. Preston Shirley will take on the active chairmanship, working with the Medical Branch's staff and department heads to promote community relations and civic participation. Hunter assures Kempner that Shirley will be in contact and welcomes any suggestion… more
Date: January 7, 1965
Creator: Hunter, Edwin D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Edwin D. Hunter to Preston Shirley, January 7, 1965]

Description: Letter from Edwin D. Hunter to Preston Shirley hoping progress is being made in organizing the committee for 1965 and requests completion of a committee roster by January 18. He mentions that Mrs. Hurst at the Chamber office will coordinate with Shirley once the roster is ready. He suggests potential committee members from U.S. National Bank and other individuals who have expressed interest in participating. He notes that some members, such as Dr. McGand and Dr. Daeschner, have impressed him an… more
Date: January 7, 1965
Creator: Hunter, Edwin D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Edwin D. Hunter, January 4, 1965]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Edwin D. Hunter explaining that a serious fall five months ago resulted in a broken bone in his left leg, significantly limiting his work hours and affecting his memory and recollection. Despite believing a better choice for chairman could be made under the circumstances, he expresses his willingness to accept the appointment and try to render efficient service if Hunter urges him to do so.
Date: January 4, 1965
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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