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[Letter from T. N. Carswell to R. E. Milam, Creath-Brazos Baptist Association - October 12, 1942

A letter written to Rev. R. E. Milam, Moderator, Creath-Brazos Baptist Association, Navasota, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Chairman United Texas Drys, dated October 12, 1942. Carswell expresses his amazement at the lack of interest of many Christians and the opposition of some non-Christians in the liquor traffic. He advises of having written 26 church schools in Texas requesting information regarding the curriculum each school offers on the effects of beverage alcohol. He suggests that Baptist … more

Date: October 12, 1942

Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - October 13, 1942]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated October 13, 1942. Davis acknowledges the receipt of the letter with the pledge cards and advises Carswell of a letter that he wrote to send to those who signed the cards.

Date: October 13, 1942

Creator: Davis, Jeff

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to J. D. Thorn - October 14, 1942]

A letter written to Rev. J. D. Thorn, First Baptist Church, Belton, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, 24th District United Texas Drys, dated October 14, 1942. Carswell replies to a letter in which Thorn inquires if Carswell thinks it advisable that he incorporate the suggestion made by Carswell, that Baptist schools require a course of study on liquor, into his report for the state convention. Carswell answers that if Thorn includes a recommendation in his report "it would be very helpful".

Date: October 14, 1942

Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Bryan Bradbury to T. N. Carswell - November 10, 1942]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Bryan Bradbury, Texas Liquor Control Board, Austin, Texas, dated November 10, 1942. Bradbury reports his findings on the "Report and Recommendations of the Senate Committee Investigating Crime, 43rd Texas Legislature, 1933-1934" recommending strongly that Carswell obtain a copy and read certain sections citing that "any 'spot' information would not be considered valuable unless considered a part of the entire report". He advises that… more

Date: November 10, 1942

Creator: Bradbury, Bryan

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - November 2, 1942]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated November 2, 1942. Davis expresses that Carswell was missed at the Field Day, inquires on the status of a San Angelo Field Day, and advises of an increase to 133 dry counties with more elections to be held, soon.

Date: November 2, 1942

Creator: Davis, Jeff

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - January 26, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated January 26, 1943. Davis describes a "hotel mixup" including the Grace Hotel, the Wooten Hotel, the Hilton Hotel and a Tourist Court when he was in Abilene and expresses his dismay at forgeting the proposed meeting with Carswell. He advises that they are sponsoring an anti-advertising bill which is being scouted by Senator George Moffett, that Representative John Connally has in… more

Date: January 26, 1943

Creator: Davis, Jeff

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - March 12, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated March 12, 1943. Davis requests that Carswell attend an open Committee Meeting to consider the House Bill sponsored by Representative John Connally creating a dry zone around army camps and defence plants in Texas .

Date: March 12, 1943

Creator: Davis, Jeff

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - July 6, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jeff Davis, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Hallsville, Texas, dated July 6, 1943. Davis discusses his conference with Drs. McConnell and Atwood [F. M. McConnell, Julian Atwood] confiding that they were "very anxious" to get Carswell to "take up and carry on" and offers his support if Carswell joins them. Davis handwrites a postscript advising that "we have two Jeff Davises here" and requests that Carswell be sure to include the box n… more

Date: July 6, 1943

Creator: Davis, Jeff

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[Letter from Julian Atwood to T. N. Carswell - August 9, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Julian Atwood, Pastor, Highland Baptist Church, Dallas 4, Texas, dated August 9, 1943. Atwood advises Carswell that Dr. Buddin reported to him the results of their conference with Carswell and that he is delighted that it looks as if they may be able to have Carswell as their next leader of the Dry forces.

Date: August 9, 1943

Creator: Atwood, Julian

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[Letter from Millard A. Jenkens to T. N. Carswell - September 6, 1943]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Millard A. Jenkens, D. D., Pastor, First Baptist Church, Abilene, Texas, dated September 6, 1943. Jenkens acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell regarding the proposition from the United Texas Drys. Jenkens conveys his high regard for Carswell's work and his admiration for Carswell. Jenkens expresses sadness regarding the death of Mrs. Bob Walker.

Date: September 6, 1943

Creator: Jenkens, Millard A.

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[Letter from Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - February 16, 1944]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated February 16, 1944. McKenzie advises Carswell of his election as a member of the Executive Committee which is comprised of 25 members. He requests that the committee members meet with bretheren from wet areas to work toward drying up wet spots with local option elections.

Date: February 16, 1944

Creator: McKenzie, Walter H.

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[Form letter from Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - April 19, 1944]

A form letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. McKenzie, Dallas, Texas, dated April 19, 1944. McKenzie outlines two actions taken at the Executive Committee meeting and advises of the enclosed quarterly report. McKenzie handwrites in a postscript to please answer his last two letters and requests to see Carswell at the earliest possible minute. Typewritten carbon copy bearing red COPY mark.

Date: April 19, 1944

Creator: McKenzie, Walter H.

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[Form letter from Francis A. Buddin and Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - March 17, 1944]

A form letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Francis A. Buddin, Chairman and Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated March 17, 1944. An outline of the agenda of the next quarterly meeting of the Executive Committee. The reverse side includes printed map titled "Local Option Status of Texas by Precincts, Status as of December 31, 1943.

Date: March 17, 1944

Creator: Buddin, Francis Asbury

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[Form letter from Walter H. McKenzie - April 4, 1944]

A form letter from Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary [United Texas Drys], Dallas, Texas, dated April 4, 1944. The letter reports a change in the date of the meeting of the Executive Committee scheduled for April 11 to April 18 and that the meeting will occur at the YMCA.

Date: April 4, 1944

Creator: McKenzie, Walter H.

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - June 28, 1944]

A letter wrtten to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated June 28, 1944. McKenzie advises of a delay of their meeting until July 18 due to the McLennan County election on July 15. The reverse side includes a printed map titled "Local Option Status of Texas by Precincts, Status as of December 31, 1943.

Date: June 28, 1944

Creator: McKenzie, Walter H.

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Walter H. McKenzie to T. N. Carswell - January 29, 1945]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Walter H. McKenzie, Executive Secretary, United Texas Drys, dated January 29, 1945. McKenzie replies to a letter from Carswell explaining that he has no desire to leave Carswell off the executive committee and the reason for his letter was due to receiving a notification that the address had been changed to Washington, D. C. McKenzie assures Carswell of his desire to have Carswell's cooperation and influence, to hear from him occasio… more

Date: January 29, 1945

Creator: McKenzie, Walter H.

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Form letter from T. N. Carswell - June 7, 1945]

A form letter from T. N. Carswell, Chairman 24th Senatorial District and Taylor County Drys, dated June 7, 1945. Carswell endorses the suggestion by Secretary McKinzie which encourages pastors to observe Father's Day as a "Field Day for Righteousness" and to consider including United Texas Drys in the church budget.

Date: June 7, 1945

Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Form letter from the Committee on Resolutions and T. N. Carswell - June 17, 1945]

A form letter addressed to the Chairman and Members of the Taylor County Drys in Convention, from the Committee on Resolutions: C. R. Pennington, Thomas E Hayden, R. B. Wylie, Sec., Mrs. Andrew Urban, Sr., E. P. Mead, T. N. Carswell, Chairman Taylor County & 24th Senatorial District Drys, dated June 17, 1945. The letter reports on the increasing use of beverage alcohol, and a proposal on how to counter that use.

Date: June 17, 1945

Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Joseph T. Zottoli to T. N. Carswell - February 26, 1946]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, from Joseph T. Zottoli, Dorchester, Massachusetts, dated February 26, 1946. Zottoli declines the invitation to address a meeting in Abilene due to a full schedule until Fall.

Date: February 26, 1946

Creator: Zottoli, Joseph T.

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Joseph T. Zottoli - February 12, 1946]

A letter written to Judge Joseph T. Zottoli, Associate Justice, Boston Municipal Court, from T. N. Carswell, dated February 12, 1946. Carswell requests that Zottoli address a meeting in Abilene on "Beverage Alcohol, its effects, its control".

Date: February 12, 1946

Creator: Carswell, Thomas Norwood

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from W. A. Bynum to T. N. Carswell - December 25, 1945]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell from W. A. Bynum, Owner-Manager, The Bynum Teachers Agency, Abilene, Texas, dated December 25, 1945. Bynum offers his congratulations on Carswell's appointment with United [Texas] Drys.

Date: December 25, 1945

Creator: Bynum, W. A.

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to the State Director, Selective Service, Texas - April 9, 1946]

A letter addressed to the State Director, Selective Service, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated April 9, 1946. Inquiry by Carswell regarding the status of his request regarding a refund of Retirement Deductions taken from his pay while employed by the Selective Service.

Date: April 9, 1946

Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Edward B. Dunford to T. N. Carswell - February 10, 1948]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Edward B. Dunford, Attorney, The Anti-Saloon League of America, Washington, D. C., dated February 10, 1948. Dunford explains how Alcholics Anonymous began, the origin and purposes of the group and the National Committee forming as an outgrowth of the Yale School of Alcohol Studies.

Date: February 10, 1948

Creator: Dunford, Edward B.

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Louis C. Perry to T. N. Carswell - January 19, 1924]

A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Louis C. Perry, District Governor Lions International, dated January 19, 1924. Perry expresses his appreciation for the support of the Abilene Club and promotes his idea for sub-dividing Texas into four Districts creating four District Governors in order to reduce the burden on one District Governor thus enabling Lionism in Texas to grow and serve.

Date: January 19, 1924

Creator: Perry, Louis C.

Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

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