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Description: Topographic quadrangle map of Abilene, Texas, and the surrounding area, showing towns, roads, bodies of water, and borders, with relief shown by contours (interval 100 feet) and spot heights. Scale 1:250,000
Date: 1954
Creator: United States. Army. Corps of Engineers.
Location: None
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Man by Car; Baby Picture; School Pictures; School Pictures; Young Woman

Description: Copy negative of four pictures. The picture on the left is of Louis Maurice Williams standing beside a car with a house on the right, taken in 1947 in Putnam, Texas. The top middle picture is a portrait of baby Bobbie Jean Williams sitting in a chair, taken in 1928 in Abilene, Texas. The bottom middle picture is a school picture of Bobbie Jean Williams taken in 1934 in Abilene. The picture on the right is of Bobbie Jean Williams standing in a yard with trees, houses, and a car behind her, taken… more
Date: unknown
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Mrs. Walter Caldwell to T. N. Carswell - November 14, 1944]

Description: A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. Caldwell, Clyde Texas, dated November 14, 1944. Caldwell expresses her appreciation for the letter from Carswell and for his friendship advising that she had heard Walter say many times that "there isn't any one in the world, outside my own family, that I love more than I do Tommy Carswell". She discusses Walter's death and her decision to stay in their home in order to have a place for the children to come together.
Date: November 14, 1944
Creator: Caldwell, Mrs. Walter
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter Henry Sayles, March 18, 1912]

Description: Letter to Henry Sayles discussing the likelihood of Abilene residents allowing right of way for a new road or railroad. The letter is written "The Farmers National Bank of Cross Plains," Texas and is missing the final page or pages.
Date: March 18, 1912
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Paper Advocating Building a Railroad From Abilene, Texas to Cross Plains, Texas]

Description: Paper proposing a new railroad from Abilene, Texas to Cross Plains, Texas, discussing the projected revenue of a new line and the best places to locate depots. The paper also extolls the virtues of the country between Cross Plains and Abilene, stating it's likely to become more populated and need more freight capabilities due to the fertile farm land in the region. There are some corrections to the text and handwritten notes on the first and last pages.
Date: unknown
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter From H. S. to Judge I. N. Jackson, May 15, 1912]

Description: Letter from H. S. to Judge I. N. Jackson discussing a meeting between the writer, Mr. Webb, and Mr. Acheson, and all three men making a trip from Abilene to Cross Plains, Texas over the "upper" or "Eula" line. The lower or Oplin line is mention as being urged by the Sweetwater people, but the writer decided against going that way.
Date: May 15, 1912
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Why the M. K. & T. Railroad Should Build into Abilene

Description: Document detailing the reasons why it would be profitable for the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway Company to extend the railroad line from Cross Plains to Abilene, Texas. The reasons are listed one through five and details economic reasons, the lack of other opportunities for expansion, and that the terrain is already surveyed.
Date: unknown
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Hand Drawn Map and Notes]

Description: Map and notes proposed railroad lines to Abilene, Texas. The map has several towns labelled, including Abilene and Eula, and some natural features such as the Cottonwood Creek. The notes are discussing the terrain to be covered and the possibly routes and obstacles.
Date: unknown
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Statement: Abilene Railroad and Terminal Company

Description: Document proposing a standard gauge railroad between Abilene and Cross Plains, Texas and the construction of new terminals along the proposed line. The documents include information about the proposed profits, the survey of the route, possible issues with construction, and the merits of a new railroad line in the area. The document is divided in to three parts: "Statement," "Terminals," and "Exhibits."
Date: 1910~
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from W. A. Webb to Henry Sayles, August 2, 1912]

Description: Letter from W. A. Webb to Henry Sayles discussing a railroad trip from Abilene, Texas to Cross Plains, Texas for Mr. Acheson, W. A. Webb, and Mr. Fischer. Webb requests that Sayles make the necessary arrangements and offers to pay all expenses for the trip. The letter is on the letterhead of the Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railway Company of Texas, Office of Assistant to President.
Date: August 2, 1912
Creator: Webb, William A.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Case No. 11783-A: Original Petition

Description: Document certifying the original petition in the suit, City of Abilene vs. J. Rupert Jackson, Jr. Administer of Estate of Rupert Jackson, et. al, which is dealing with the collection of delinquent ad valorem taxes, interest, and penalties related to properties in Abilene, Texas.
Date: July 27, 1939
Creator: Caffey, Wiley L.
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Omar Burkett to Owen Thomas, April 8, 1953]

Description: Letter from Omar Burkett to Owen Thomas discussing House Bill 565, regarding the redistricting of state judicial districts and working with Representatives Truett Latimer and David Ratliff to maintain the districts of Judge Thomas and Judge Black as they are. He also states his support for House Bill 269, regarding Shackelford and Callahan county and the 91st district.
Date: April 8, 1953
Creator: Burkett, Omar
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Clipping: Funeral Director's Research. Attics, Trunks Give Up History]

Description: Newspaper clipping discussing Jack North's research process for his book and how he discovered a biscuit that belonged to Thomas Henry Floyd. The clipping also provides details about North's book and the type of stories he covers regarding the pioneers of Abilene. The reverse side of the clipping includes a portion of a "Dear Abby" column and marriage announcements.
Date: July 31, 1974
Creator: Stoler, Susie
Partner: McMurry University Library
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