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[Letter from Charles B. Moore to Mary Ann Moore, August 22, 1989]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Charles B. Moore and is addressed to Mary Ann Moore. In this letter, Moore details his trip to Colorado for Mary Ann Moore and Laura Jernigan. He notes the town they are staying in at present, Manitou, and mentions their living quarters. He details the activities they have been experiencing such as hiking, searching for caves, and riding electric trolley's up to Pike's peak. He discusses that once on top of the peak, Linnet decided it would be great to stay in one of the little cottages that line the valley. During their stay in one of these cottages, Linnet, Charles, and their fellow travelers meet an interesting Texan. Charles states to Mary that his only regret is that she and the rest of the family are not able to experience the wonders he is seeing in Colorado. He mentions their plans for that day and describes the landscape for Mary. He discusses the railroad tunnels and the people he sees traveling up and down Pike's Peak on mules. He closes the letter stating he is sending a card that their traveling companion has collected and that both Linnet and He are glad to be in such good company. The envelop is included with the letter.
[Profile of Reverend R. C. Horn]
Profile of Reverend Robert Cannon Horn, born in Middle Tennessee in 1844. Rev. Horn was raised in Collin County, Texas, and traveled between Texas and Tennessee for much of his life. He attended Mt. Pleasant High School before studying English, Latin, and Greek at Kentucky University in 1867. Horn entered the Christian ministry in 1868, and after teaching for 7 years, he spent most of the remainder of his life preaching and organizing churches across North and North-Central Texas. He married Mildred C. Franklin in 1870. Horn served several churches in over 10 Texas cities. He also helped build more than a dozen churches. His family consists of his wife, four daughters, and one son.
[List of Names]
A list of about 19 names. The reverse side contains a stamp reading, "CB Moore Chambersville Tex jan97."
[Personal Writing of C. B. Moore]
This document contains a short personal writing by C. B. Moore. The writing appears to be a philosophical discussion.
[List Written on an Envelope]
List of various items written by C. B. Moore on the back of an envelope. The front side contains a label reading, "C. B. Moore, Chambersville, Tex."
[Receipt from Wilcox and Son Lumber]
A receipt from Wilcox and Son Lumber supply store in McKinney, Texas. The receipt is torn on one edge, and contains some handwritten personal notes.
[Notes About Cistern Water Level]
Notes written on an envelope about the water level of the cistern. According to the note, the water level dropped over 0.5 inches a day. The envelope contains a label reading, "C. B. Moore Chambersville Tex. jan00."
[Receipt from Powell Bros.]
A blank receipt from Powell Bros. The front and back of the receipt contain some personal handwritten notes.
[Transcript of Letter from Charles B. Moore to Henry S. Moore, November 18, 1857]
Transcript of a letter from Charles B. Moore to Henry S. Moore discussing his work at the mill in Texas, attempts to sell a house and lots and a buggy, a recent trip to Paris, his latest business dealings, and the wildlife around the mill. Page three of the transcript is missing.
[Transcript of Letter from Henry S. Moore to Charles B. Moore, July 20, 1861]
Transcript of a letter from Henry S. Moore to Charles B. Moore discussing recent news of family and friends, Charles's property in Texas, and the military. Henry writes that he joined the Cavalry company from Collin County under Jim Throckmorton and discusses their preparations for war.
[Transcript of Letter from Addison Wilson to Charles B. Moore, September 1, 1861]
Transcript of a letter from Addison Wilson to Charles B. Moore discussing recent news of family and friends, local elections, farming, and the weather.
[Letter from Julia Vernon to Linnet White and Family, June 24, 1917]
Letter from Julia [Vernon] to Linnet White and family discussing Linnet's upcoming visit and her and Ruth's recent illness. She also mentions that she attended Neal Marks' funeral. There is an envelope addressed to Mrs. C. D. White in Fort Worth, Texas. It is postmarked McKinney, Texas June 25, 1917.
[Envelope to Charles B. Moore, 1885]
Envelope addressed to Charles B. Moore in Gallatin, Tennessee. A note on the envelope says that it was sent from Henry Moore. The postal stamp is for McKinney, Texas.
[Letter from Office of the Justice of the Peace to Claude D. White, August 15, 1910]
Letter to Claude White thanking him for his letter of condolence concerning the results of an election in 1910. The writer give information on the race and past elections. This appears to be the first page of the letter. However, the following page(s) are missing.
[Transcript of Letter from H. S. Moore to J. and Ziza Moore, February 8, 1850]
Transcript of a letter to J. and Ziza Moore. Henry has written to Solomon and Sabina, but has not heard from Charles. He talks about the weather and the dances he has been attending. He mentions that his Aunt is going to visit Mary Ann and George Wilson is happy with his land. People are trying to start up businesses of hauling logs. He has to cancel his trip to visit because of the hard economic time he is having. He then goes into detail about the engine he has. Henry then writes to Ziza Moore an anecdote about a man trying to please everyone.
[Letter from The Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White, April 6, 1909]
Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White in which a dividend check was sent. H. S. Wysong wrote the letter. The envelope has drawings on the back.
[Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White]
Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White to notify him of the annual share-holders meeting will be held on the second Tuesday in April 1909.
[Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude D. White, May 28, 1909]
Letter from Mr. Berry to Claude White that gives the details of the illnesses his family has recently suffered. He heard that Linnet might visit Texas during the summer and hopes that she does. Mr. Berry discusses mutual friends and the crops.
[Letter from Alta Berry to Linnet Moore White, June 7, 1909]
Letter from Alta Berry to Claude and Linnet White in which she discusses her health and farming. She says that Claude is in trouble with his crops as he has been "drinking a great deal lately." He was arrested after causing a disturbance at a supper in Melissa, Texas. She also updates Linnet on the activities and health of friends and family.
[Statement of Condition, February 1, 1909]
This is a document from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a statement of condition for assets at the Melissa State Bank in Melissa, TX. The statement includes amounts for loans and discounts, real estate, overdrafts, banking house furniture and fixtures, dues from approved reserve agents, capital stock, surplus, undivided profits, individual deposits, and time certificates of deposits.
[Letter to Mary Ann Moore, Linnet White, and Claude D. White, February 12, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by a woman names Etha and is addressed to the White's and Mary Ann Moore. In this letter, Etha informs the White's and Moore of the goings-on in her community in McKinney, TX. The news includes: a dialogue about Ruth White Moore and about Etha's baby, details about the weather, new about community members who own an "auto" and Etha possibly buying one, an aside mentioning the prevalence of la grippe in her area, a discussion about Morris and Harry's reading ability, news about the Rucker and Kendal families as well as friends in the community, agricultural updates on crops, a dialogue about Opal,and a discussion about poultry. She closes the letter by noting that Mary Ann and Linnet should write her soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Sally Thornhill to Mary Ann Moore, March 1, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is from Sally Thornhill and is addressed to Mary Ann Moore. In this letter, Thornhill informs Moore of the goings-on in Goodlettsville, TN. The news includes: a confirmation on receiving her letter as well as Mary J. Thornhill's letter, details about Kate's buggy, news from Alice Wright about her mother's health, a discussion about her health, agricultural updates on crops and poultry, news on the health of family and friends as well as deaths in the community, a discussion bout Eula Thornhill's newborn baby, and a dialogue about the aging and decline in health of their favorite family horse. Sally begins a second letter dated February 2, 1909. In this letter, Thornhill discusses Vera and Nilla, details that she has yet to hear from Tom Jackson, and updates Mary Ann on the on-going bad weather. She closes the letter by noting that she always love to hear from Linnet or Mary and that they should write her soon.
[Letter from J. W. Douglass to Claude D. White, March 1, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by J. W. Douglass and is addressed to Claude D. White. In this letter, Douglass discusses the well-being of his family and himself, details a heinous murder in his area, and notes he has received a correspondence from George Kendal. He apologizes to Claude for not replying to his postal card earlier due to a prolonged illness. He closes the letter by noting that he hopes for a reply soon and sends his love to Mary Ann Moore and to Linnet White. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter to Mrs. White, June 27, 1909]
Letter to Mrs. (Linnet) White. He was glad to hear from her. He talks about the weather and farming. He mentions that he has a hard time using his arms. He talks about a letter from Claude.
[Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude White, August 8, 1909]
Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude White in which he describes the drought and its impact on the crops. He also writes about the work he has put in to the farm and says that he would like to stay there for four or five years.
[Letter from J. E. Gibson to Claude D. White, August 14, 1909]
Letter from J. E. Gibson, of Staple and Fancy Groceries, to Claude D. White informing him of the state of the crops, the weather, and that a statement of account is enclosed. The statement shows the condition of the Melissa State Bank on august 12, 1909.
[Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White, August 16, 1909]
Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude White saying that the bank could not make a loan to Mr. White at this time. The bank would postpone the loan until the outcome of the crops could be determined.
[Letter from from T. B. Wilson to Linnet and Claude White, August 23, 1909]
Letter from T. B. Wilson to his cousin Linnet Moore White and Claude White in which he updates them on the health of his family, the crops, and that he is short on money.
[Letter from the Continental State Bank to Claude D. White, August 31, 1909]
Letter from G. M. Alsup, cashier of the Continental State Bank on McKinney Texas, to Claude White informing him that he has been approved for a loan.
[Letter from J. E. Gibson and H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, September 15, 1909]
This is a letter for the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a letter from J. E. Gibson and H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White. In this letter, Gibson and Wysong discuss a meeting that all of the bank's shareholders must attend. The topic of the meeting is the required choice that banks in Texas must make between the Bond security system or the assessment plan of guarantee. The documents states that once the shareholders have made a choice, the bank must notify the Commissioner of Insurance and Banking by October 1, 1909. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Alta Berry to Linnet White, September 16, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Alta Berry and is addressed to Linnet White. In this letter, Berry informs White of the goings-on in McKinney. Berry discusses community news, details Minnie's plans to visit several friends before she goes back to Weatherford, and notes that the weather has been hot and windy, making everything dusty.She mention that John's Cotton crop is good, that he has planted cane, and notes that his corn was not a good crop. She states that she has not had much luck with raising chickens, but has been successful with turkeys. Berry notes the death of Mariah Rucker, and notes that Linnet may already have heard about Rucker's illness and subsequent death. She informs Linnet that Anna was asking about Mary Ann's soap and would like to but it, but wants to know how much Moore is charging for it. She discusses her baby boy and say she wishes Linnet could see him. Berry closes the letter by noting that Linnet must write soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, September 23, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by H. S. Wysong and is addressed to Claude D. White. Wysong discusses a draft and a check he has made out of White's account. He updates White on the bank's business and closes the letter noting that he hopes this letter finds White and his family well. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Statement of Condition, September 25, 1909]
This is a document from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a statement of condition for assets at the Melissa State Bank in Melissa, TX. The statement includes amounts for loans and discounts, real estate, overdrafts, banking house furniture and fixtures, dues from approved reserve agents, capital stock, surplus, undivided profits, individual deposits, and time certificates of deposits.
[Letter to Mary Moore, circa 1909]
Letter fragment of two pages in which the author talks about hogs, picking cotton, mules and a wagon. The letter does not give details on who wrote it.
[Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude D. White, October 13, 1909]
Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude White in which Mr. Berry says he ran into John Cox who told him that Claude owes him money for a mare. Mr. Berry is said that he is "sorry that the trade turned out as it did." He offers to pay Cox for Claude and send him the receipt. He also updates him on the rain and availability of water. A deposit slip for the Melissa State Bank is also included.
[Letter from the Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White, October 16, 1909]
Letter from H. S. Wysong, Cashier at the Melissa State Bank, to Claude White to acknowledge a draft on the National Bank of Commerce, New York, for $500.00.
[Deposit receipt for Claude D. White, October 27, 1909]
Deposit receipt from the Melissa State Bank for Claude D. White from the Melissa State Bank, October 27, 1909.
[Deposit receipt for Claude D. White, November 3, 1909]
Deposit receipt for Claude D. White for the Melissa State Bank for $15.00.
[Letter to Claude D. White]
Letter concerning a purchase at $70. Two blank checks for the Melissa State Bank are included. Also a card of the bank's statement and list of directors and stockholders.
[Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, November 24, 1909]
Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White. He asks that a check be sent for interest. He will then send the money over a twelve month period. He sends his regards to Mrs. White.
[Envelope addressed to Claude D. White]
Envelope addressed to Claude D. White, Omaha, Nebraska, from the Melissa State Bank. Calculations have been made in pencil on the back of the envelope.
[Letter from J. E. Gibson to Claude D. White, December 18, 1909]
Letter from J. E. Gibson to Claude D. White. Gibson is trying to buy Claude's shares of the Melissa State Bank. He would like to purchase it before January 1st.
[Melissa State Bank Statement, November 16, 1909]
A card of the bank's statement and list of directors and stockholders.
[Envelope for Mary Moore, January 10, 1910]
Envelope for Mary Moore from Betty Franklin.
[Letter from Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White, April 1, 1910]
Letter from Melissa State Bank to Claude D. White. This is a letter to inform Claude of the meeting for stockholders to elect a new board of directors for a term of one year.
[Letter from A. L. Priest to Claude D. White and family, May 29, 1910]
Letter from Ashford L. Priest to Claude D. White in which he sends best wishes for "little Miss Ruth White." He also discusses the crops and his garden. A note was added by "E & W" to send their best wishes for the "dear little baby."
[Letter from O. C. Harris to Claude D. White, August 20, 1910]
Letter from O. C. Harris to Claude White to give him an update on Johnson, the cotton, and to ask if he still plans to come down in the summer. He is interested in a land deal. He would like to buy the land for the coming year.
[Letter from T. T. Webb to Claude D. White, 1910]
Letter from T. T. Webb to Claude White in which he writes about an election and running for election. It appears that the first page of the letter is missing.
[Letter from H. S. Wysong to Claude D. White, April 5, 1911]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. In this letter, Wysong informs Moore that he has enclosed a dividend check for $150.00. He notes that the minimal amount of capital stock has passed into the permanent surplus fund and details that the dividend check is an amount that is higher than previous years and is much more than they should expect to earn in the future. Wysong mentions that with White's continued cooperation, reasonable returns will be a realization and with those returns as a foundation, a conservative bank will be built. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from J. W. Berry to Claude D. White, April 25, 1911]
Letter J. W. Berry to Claude D. White. He wanted to write, but has been sick. He heard from Mr. Drury that Mrs. Moore is going to have an operation and hopes she will be fine. He talks about the weather and farming. He is expecting to see Claude this summer. He talks about Pitt. He mentions he only writes when he has something to write for. He hopes they are doing well. She is sorry for not writing but John was sick and she has been busy. She talks about Mrs. Moore and answers the questions she had about the well. She mentions the rain and how it didn't fill the well but was good for the crops. She talks about her bad luck with chickens. She talks about gardening. Mr. Gibson died. Wylie Horn died the day before he was to get married. She mentions the other couples that were to be married.
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