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[Letter from R. D. Hill to T. N. Carswell - December 20, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene Machine Company, from R. D. Hill, The White-Plaza Hotels, Dallas, Texas, dated December 20, 1948. Hill extends Christmas greetings.
[Letter from Omar Radford to T. N. Carswell - April 10, 1947]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Omar Radford, Dallas 16, Texas, dated April 10, 1947. Radford expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell of March the 6th in which he said so many nice things about him, but he advises that "you do not find many men in this day and age who are square shooters". Radford lists several qualities of Abilene noting that it is "well located for the making of a good city" and Camp Barkeley is ideal for some kind of plant.
[Christmas card from Edna R. Johnson]
A printed Christmas card depicting a painting by Richard Coleman of a building, men, ship, beach and water: Personalized printed sentiment from Edna R. Johnson.
[Letter from Seomare Westfull to T. N. Carswell - April 26, 1947]
A letter addressed to "Tom Carlson" [T. N. Carswell], Abilene, Texas from Seomare Westfull, Carthage, Mo., dated April 26, 1947. Westfull requests a statement from Carswell to vouch for his integrity. In a postscript, he requests that Carswell send the original to Roy E. Mayes, President of the Carthage Marble Corp and the copy to him. Carswell makes note that he answered as requested in as helpful a way as he knew how.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mrs. J. M. Radford - April 5, 1947]
A letter written to Mrs. J. M. Radford, Windsor Hotel, Abilene, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated April 5, 1947. Carswell expresses his pleasure for Mrs. Radford on the decision she made in a memorial gift in Mr. Radford's name to McMurry College [Radford Auditorium]. He briefly summarizes the man and the service by J. M. Radford and Mrs. Radford to the city of Abilene.
[Letter from Mrs. J. M. Radford to T. N. Carswell - February 27, 1947]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. J. M. Radford, Hotel Windsor, Abilene, Texas, dated February 27, 1947. Radford expresses her appreciation for his "thoughtfulness in times like these when all is in confusion, turmoil and strife" by sending flowers. [Flowers sent to remember a party given on February 25, 1933 to celebrate "50 years of building Abilene" honoring J. M. Radford.]
[Letter from Nat Williams to T. N. Carswell - March 31, 1947]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Nat Williams, Superintendent, Gladewater Public Schools, Gladewater, Texas, dated March 31, 1947. Williams expresses his appreciation for the nice message from Carswell, for the honor to be permitted to serve Abilene and for the opportunity to renew their friendships of several years back.
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - January 4, 1947]
A letter to T. N. Carswell from Milton Whiting, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated January 4, 1947. Whiting expresses his appreciation to Carswell for the beautiful tie, advises that he and Nora enjoyed the letter and hope that he, Byrd and Peg are "getting along alright" ending with a wish to Carswell for a prosperous New Year.
[Letter from Mrs. J. M. Radford to T. N. Carswell - February 26, 1946]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. J. M. Radford, Hotel Windsor, Abilene, Texas, dated February 26, 1946. Radford "marvels" at Carswell's memory in these busy times and expresses her appreciation for the carnations he sent. [Flowers sent to remember a party given on February 25, 1933 to celebrate "50 years of building Abilene" honoring J. M. Radford.]
[Letter from Milton Whiting to T. N. Carswell - February 18, 1946]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Milton Whiting, Whiting Oil Company, Clifton Forge, Virginia, dated February 18, 1946. Whiting acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises that a car may be available around May 1st providing more cars are manufactured. He lists three models and their approximate prices.
[Letter from Claude Lloyd to T. N. Carswell - October 31, 1945]
A letter to T. N. Carswell from Claude Lloyd, Exeter, New Hampshire, dated October 31, 1945. Lloyd acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell stating that he knew it was from him by the handwriting. He discourses on his view of the foundation of friendship, advises that George Paxton, "whom I had not seen since we took our degrees together down at Yale in 1925", and he had visited without reservation and gives his assurance that whatever had happened "during the Abilene debacle" had not changed Paxton. Lloyd mentions the names of other friends including Mildred Paxton, Professor Mullins, Tot, Gene Holman. He describes the West Texas view he longs for and summarizes his life in New Hampshire for the last twenty years discussing his work history, his wife, children and house and other members of his family living in various towns in Texas. He advises that he will write to Dr. Jellinek, as Carswell suggested, and although he has several friends still at Yale, he does not know Jellinek.
[Letter from D. Chenoweth? to T. N. Carswell - May 31, 1945]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from D. Chenoweth?, San Angelo Standard-Times, San Angelo, Texas, dated May 31, 1945. Chenoweth replies to Carswell expressing his appreciation for the letter regarding his 25 years with the Standard-Times.
[Letter from Jeff Davis to T. N. Carswell - May 17, 1945]
A letter written to Brother Carswell from Jeff Davis, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Hallsville, Texas, dated May 17, 1945. Davis acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell regarding pastoring possiblities at Knox City and Eastland noting that either one of these would be fine. He expresses his appreciation for Carswell's friendship and helpfulness.
[Letter from O. E. Radford to T. N. Carswell - March 20, 1945]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from O. E. Radford, Abilene, Texas, dated March 20, 1945. Radford acknowledges his receipt of Carswell's letter and check, he commiserates having to adapt to dentures and expresses his appreciation for the "nice things" Carswell said about his Dad [J. M. Radford]. He reminisces about February 1933 when they both "had quite a time to try to keep telegrams, etc. out of his hands" to keep the party a surprise. [A party given on February 25, 1933 to celebrate "50 years of building Abilene" honoring J. M. Radford.]
[Letter from J. Walter Hammond to T. N. Carswell - March 13, 1945]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from J. Walter Hammond, President Texas Farm Bureau Federation, Waco, Texas, dated March 13, 1945. Hammond expresses his appreciation for the kind letter from Carswell advising that he knew of Carswell's activities even back to his school days, of his honesty, integrity and sincerety of purpose. He states, "I can truthfully say that because of your efforts the world is a better place in which to live".
[Letter from Mrs. Walter Caldwell to T. N. Carswell - November 14, 1944]
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.
[Letter from Senator Tom Connally to T. N. Carswell - September 6, 1944]
A letter written to Honorable T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Tom Connally, United States Senate, dated September 6, 1944. Connally expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell and advises that he is pleased to know that Carswell secured the information regarding a Veterans Hospital for Texas and that Mrs. Carr served him. Connally thanks Carswell, in handwritten postscript, for his sentiment regarding his service in the Senate.
[Letter from Henry Love to T. N. Carswell - August 8, 1944]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Henry Love, Manager, Hotel Texas, Fort Worth, dated August 8, 1944. Love acknowledges Carswell's "favor of August 7th", expresses his appreciation for Carswell's thoughtfulness and advises that through the efforts of such good friends he has been given the opportunity to serve in the coming year.
[Letter from O. E. Radford to T. N. Carswell - July 7, 1944]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, State Headquarters Selective Service, Tribune Tower, Austin, Texas from Omar E. Radford, Abilene, Texas, dated July 7, 1944. Radford advises Carswell that he had been out of the office and found the letter of June 14 from Carswell with an enclosed check. He advises that he credited his account, agrees that the hotel stock should bring above par if Carswell decides to sell and congratulates him regarding the fine showing made by his daughter in receiving well deserved honors.
[Letter from Bessie H. Radford to T. N. Carswell]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Bessie H. Radford, dated Monday 2:30 p.m. Radford expresses remorse regarding Omar's reaction regarding her speaking with Carswell when she was "overcome". Radford expresses her appreciation to Carswell for telling them what to do when Annabel and she needed advice.
[Letter from Sargi Jones to T. N. Carswell - May 28, 1944]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Sargi Jones, San Antonio, Texas, Calle Albino Mereles, Chihuahua, Chi, dated May 28, 1944. Mereles acknowledges the receipt of "the lovely book" noting "The Charge of The Light Brigade" as a personal favorite.
[Letter from J. Walter Hammond to T. N. Carswell - March 23, 1944]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from J. Walter Hammond, Tye, Texas, dated March 23, 1944. Hammond expresses his appreciation for the letter from Carswell and comments on Carswell's honesty and sincerity, his always doing for someone else. He agrees with "the need for a lot of thought" before selecting congressmen and the need for "leaders who have learned from the experience of the last war along with the disasters that followed and with the courage to avoid the mistakes of the past in face of the pressure that is sure to come". He agrees that "maybe your thinking is right that Bob is the man".
[Thank you card from Mrs. Guy E. Paxton, Mrs. O. E. Baker, Mrs. Bess H. Pearce, Mrs. J. D. Sandefer, Mrs. E. L. Harwell, Mrs. Janice Blackburn and Mrs. Chas. Roberson to T. N. Carswell - March 16, 1944]
A printed thank you card depicting dogwood blossoms, bluebirds, birdhouse and cottage. Inside is a note from Mrs. Guy E. Paxton, Mrs. O. E. Baker, Mrs. Bess H. Pearce, Mrs. J. D. Sandefer, Mrs. E. L. Harwell, Mrs. Janice Blackburn and Mrs. Chas. Roberson to Mr. Carswell, dated March 16, 1944. Paxton expresses their appreciation for the flowers that Carswell sent to them, the Abilene Women attending The Daughter's of American Revolution, Texas Forty-Fifth Conference in Austin.
[Letter from Mrs. J. H. McLaughlin to T. N. Carswell - February 13, 1944]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Mrs. J. H. McLaughlin, Sweetwater, Texas, dated February 13, 1944. McLaughlin requests Carswell's advice regarding her son John, who will turn 18 in April, is a Freshman at Hardin-Simmons University and will be joining the service. She describes John regarding his education, intelligence and physical attributes expressing her hope that Carswell can advise him since his father had died when he was nine. She advises that John would like to train for Chaplin service but is hesitant to request advice from strangers fearing it "might be interpreted as finding a way to shun Army service". She also advises Carswell of her other sons noting that Charles is in his last period of training for Combat Bomber service at Biggs Field in El Paso. The reverse side of the last page of this letter includes a postscript advising of their hope that John can finish his freshman year before entering the service and requests any assistance from Carswell to make this possible.
[Letter from Bessie H. Radford to T. N. Carswell - December 13, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Bessie H. Radford, dated February 25, 1944. Radford expresses her appreciation for Carswell remembering "the anniversary" after all these years and thanks him for the red roses. [Flowers sent to remember a party given on February 25, 1933 to celebrate "50 years of building Abilene" honoring J. M. Radford.]
[Letter from H. J. Blackwell to T. N. Carswell - August 17, 1943]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from H. J. Blackwell, Vice President, First National Bank, Dallas, Texas, dated August 17, 1943. Blackwell expresses his appreciation for the letter of congratulations from Carswell. "It is most gratifying to receive congratulations from one's friends".
[Letter from Mrs. J. H. McLaughlin to T. N. Carswell - March 3, 1944]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. J. H. McLaughlin, Sweetwater, Texas, dated March 3, 1944. McLaughlin expresses her appreciation for Carswell's answer to her letter "but most of all for contacting John". She advises that she had a letter from John in which he said he had talked with Carswell and then explains why John needed to talk with a man of experience in order to "analyze matters" with him and that Carswell will never know how she appreciates this kindness.
[Letter from Mrs. J. M. Radford to T. N. Carswell - February 26, 1943]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. J. M. Radford and Annabel, dated February 26, 1943. Radford expresses her appreciation for the red and white carnations sent by Carswell. [Flowers sent to remember a party given on February 25, 1933 to celebrate "50 years of building Abilene" honoring J. M. Radford.] The reverse side includes a note from "Mother" [Byrdie Carswell] dated March 4. Byrdie advises that this card was forwarded to Carswell but was returned "torn and messed up", therefore, she is resending it in a new envelope.
[Postcard from C. E. Hereford addressed to T. N. Carswell - September 16, 1942]
A postcard addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, postmarked Lubbock, Texas, September 16, 1942. The reverse side includes correspondence addressed to T. N. Carswell from C. E. Hereford, Pastor, First Baptist Church Lubbock, Texas dated September 16, 1942. Hereford requests that Carswell present his plans for a Field Day at their Lubbock Ministerial Association meeting.
[Letter from Mrs. J. M. Radford to T. N. Carswell - December 13, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. J. M. Radford, dated December 13, 1942. Radford expresses her pleasure for Carswell on his promotion, notes how much he does for others and states that the Radford family wishes for him "the best of everything in the years to come".
[Letter from C. M. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - July 24, 1942]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from C. M. Johnson, The Ordnance Training Center, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland dated July 24, 1942. Johnson replies to the letter from Carswell in which he requests to join the service and addresses his desire to serve as "the old itch" advising him to contact Ft. Sam Houston, Texas as they may be able to use him but the age limit in his outfit is 50, even for a full Colonel.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Lieutenant Colonel C. M. Johnson - July 15, 1942]
A letter written to C. M. Johnson, Lt. Col., Camp Sutton, North Carolina from T. N. Carswell, dated July 15, 1942. Carswell advises Johnson that he had learned that some men were still needed in his regiment. He asks Johnson if the need is of such a nature that he could meet it and then lists his qualifications.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to C. E. Hereford - October 1, 1942]
A letter addressed to Rev. C. E. Hereford, Lubbock, Texas from T. N. Carswell, dated October 1, 1942. Carswell confirms that he plans to attend the meeting in Lubbock, as Hereford requested, regarding presenting plans for a Field Day.
[Letter from Mrs. Ora Parker to T. N. Carswell - March 19, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Mrs. Ora Parker, Roscoe, Texas, dated March 19, 1942. Parker requests a suggestion from Carswell or help in locating employment, some kind of war work. A notation by Carswell at the top of page dated April 18, 1942 advises that he suggested the USO at Sweetwater.
[Excerpt from a letter written by Charles E. Coombes]
An excerpt from a letter written by Chas. E. Coombes, Stamford, Texas. The letter contains a written harangue directed to an unidentified correspondent regarding the importance of the Texas Cowboy Reunion, Inc. in comparison to a delay in the distribution of the Colbert funds for Mr. Gee.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Miss Janice Jennings - October 30, 1941]
A letter addressed to Miss Janice Jennings, Abilene, Texas from T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, dated October 30, 1941. Carswell explains to Jennings the date of October 27 as Navy Day and of the importance of that observance, but of even more importance was that the day was her birthday.
[Letter from Alvy R. Couch to T. N. Carswell - January 11, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell from Alvy R. Couch, Haskell, Texas, dated January 11, 1941. Couch expresses his appreciation for the opportunity to have seen and talked with Carswell. He advises Carswell that after their visit he went to see Mr. Duff and had a nice visit with him and others in the office. Mr. Duff had nothing definite at the time but informed Couch that they might have an opening within a short time. The reverse side includes inked stamps of Local Board No. 1, Federal Bldg., Abilene, Taylor Co., Texas, Jan. 11, 1941.
[Letter from Fred C. Smith to Major T. N. Carswell - April 21, 1941]
A letter addressed to Major T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Fred C. Smith, Moran, Texas, dated April 21, 1941. Smith advises Carswell that he and several of the men will attend the Albany Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet and wanted to avoid being absent for inspection if it was planned for the same evening. He expresses his appreciation for the courtesy shown to them by Carswell and the other officers and by the Chamber of Commerce.
[Unused greeting card with printed sentiment]
An unused, embossed with silver and black foliage on purple-pink background greeting card with printed sentiment.
[Letter from Charles E. Coombes to T. N. Carswell - July 17, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Chas. E. Coombes, Stamford, Texas, dated June 17, 1941 [July 17, 1941]. Coombes expresses his regret regarding Carswell's request for rodeo tickets that was not complied with. He explains what must have happened and notes that he enclosed an excerpt from a letter that he wrote on a business matter on July 6th which would give Carswell "some idea of the situation". An enclosure included an excerpt from a letter written by Chas. E. Coombes, Stamford, Texas. Written harangue directed to an unidentified correspondent regarding the importance of the Texas Cowboy Reunion, Inc. in comparison to a delay in the distribution of the Colbert funds for Mr. Gee.
[Letter from Mrs. J. M. Radford to T. N. Carswell - February 27, 1939]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mrs. J. M. Radford, dated February 27, 1939. Radford expresses her appreciation for flowers sent by Carswell. [Flowers sent to remember a party given on February 25, 1933 to celebrate "50 years of building Abilene" honoring J. M. Radford.]
[Letter from Charlie, The Menasha Products Company to T. N. Carswell - April 1, 1939]
A letter written to T. N. Carswell from Charlie, The Menasha Products Company, Dallas, Texas, dated April 1, 1939. Charlie expresses his appreciation for the note from Carswell dated March 30 and assures him that the "expression" was worth more than silver or gold, that if he was of any help to Carswell, he is grateful. He advises of his fervent belief in the old saying that right will win out in the end and wishes all that is good for Carswell.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Honorable R. G. Dickerson - December 20, 1938]
A letter written to R. G. Dickerson, Valdosta, Georgia from T. N. Carswell, dated December 20, 1938. Carswell offers his sympathy on Cary's death.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to John Camp - September 10, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. John Camp, The Ohio Oil Company, Houston, Texas from T. N. Carswell, dated September 10, 1938. Carswell acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Camp and expresses his appreciation for the "spirit" of the letter. He writes, "I am checking out today and will begin Monday morning with my own business, wholesale paper."
[Letter from R. T. Shindler to T. N. Carswell - October 9, 1938]
A letter addressed to T. N. Carswell from R. T. Shindler, Shindler Drug Company, Perryton, Texas, dated October 9, 1938. Shindler advises that he noticed Carswell had resigned as the Chamber of Commerce Secretary and requests to know of his plans for the future. He offers his very best wishes in any thing that Carswell undertakes.
[Letter from John Camp to T. N. Carswell - September 8, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from John Camp, The Ohio Oil Co., Houston, Texas, dated September 8, 1938. Camp notes his surprise at Carswell's retirement as Secretary of the Abilene Chamber of Commerce and expresses his regret for the City's loss stating that in his opinion Carswell "as Secretary, contributed more toward the welfare of the town than any other citizen", and wishes him success in his new business.
[Letter from Senator Morris Sheppard to T. N. Carswell - August 20, 1938]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Secretary-Manager, Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas from Morris Sheppard, United States Senate, dated August 20, 1938. Sheppard acknowledges his receipt of the "communication" from Carswell and expresses his pleasure in having visited with Carswell while he was in Washington. He acknowledges that Carswell is leaving the Chamber of Commerce on September 1 wishing him success and adds, in a handwritten postscript, that he prizes Carswell's friendship more than he can express.
[Letter from James P. Stinson to T. N. Carswell - September 1, 1938]
A letter written to Hon. T. N. Carswell c/o Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas from Jas. P. Stinson, Abilene, Texas, dated September 1, 1938. Stinson expresses his pleasure at having heard the tribute paid to Carswell at the Lions Club, today, noting that he agreed with every word and adds more praise detailing Carswell's work through the years. He invites him to be his guest at the Rotary Club, tomorrow.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Mrs. Dan Moody - June 24, 1938]
A letter written to Mildred Moody, Austin, Texas from T. N. Carswell, dated June 24, 1938. Carswell advises that he is leaving the Chamber of Commerce and is sending files of her work while she was at the Chamber and requests her thoughts on how to dispose of funds collected while he was President of the Alumni Association for a Memorial Building. He advises that he suggested to Truett [E. T. Compere] that they might ask Prexy [J. D. Sandefer].
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Walter D. Townley - April 23, 1938]
A letter written to Mr. Walter D. Townley, Alderson, West Virginia from T. N. Carswell, dated April 23, 1938. Carswell expresses his enjoyment of seeing Townley while he was in Clifton Forge.
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