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- [Letters from Alex Bradford to Chuck Boyce - February 23, 1943 & October 12, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Chuck Boyce discussing various topics including his experiences abroad and at home. The first letter Mr. Bradford hurriedly describes his experience with the British Army and Canadian Army. Additionally, he mentions that a transfer from the British Army to the U.S. Army or Air Force is expected to be in the works. The second letter, Mr. Bradford mentions that he is still living in Washington at the address attached to the letter. The majority of this letter, Mr. Bradford speaks about his experiences with Mack and Bean firefighting trucks in both America and Italy.
- [Letter from L. S. Boyd to Alex Bradford, August 30, 1943]
- Letter from L. S. Boyd to Alex Bradford discussing how Lawrence has been, giving his address, and forwarding the letter Bradford sent to him.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Lewis Lifton, October 4, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Lewis Lifton briefly talking about the different kinds of people he met in his three years of oversea military service. Was asked about the brief case he was carrying, so Bradford gave Lewis's information to the person.
- [Letter from C. W. Taes to Alex Bradford - December 20, 1943]
- Letter from C. W. Taes "Tod" to Alex Bradford sharing updates on the firefighter crew in Africa and asking for details on Alex's personal life.
- [Correspondence Between Tex Bradford and Elbert Jackson - August 1943-April 1944]
- Letter from Tex Bradford to Elbert Jackson (publisher of "The Spotlight" Authentic Oil Report) explaining that he has been abroad for military service in the American Army and the British Army in different countries, and also people that he met who work with oil. It includes a reply from Elbert describing various events that have prevented him from replying and answering questions about various mutual acquaintances.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to C. H. W. Ruprecht - December 14, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to C.H.W. Ruprecht discussing an underwood agent by the name H.E. Whatson in Lisbon, Portugal. Mr. Whatson’s address is also included. Additionally, Mr. Bradford has included a previously discussed article that he had read about in both Stars & Stripes newspaper and an Egyptian newspaper.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to George Fielding Eliot, August 28, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to George Fielding Eliot discussing his return to the states after three years. Was apart of two different armies and was moved around the Middle East a lot. Been very busy.
- [Letter from Jim Smith and Tod Taes to Alex Bradford - February 23, 1943]
- Letter from Jim and Tod to Alex Bradford about building up a truck in their spare time. Jim and Tod also provide their mailing addresses.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to William J. Moses - November 15, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to William J. Moses acknowledging the receipt of Mr. Moses' previous letters and apologizing for the delayed response due to the constant traveling throughout Asia and Africa. Mr. Bradford provides a brief update on his family and their locations. Finally, after giving a brief update on his current appointed position asks about Mr. Moses' life.
- [Clipping: The Massawa Miracle]
- Magazine clipping recounting the story of how an American tugboat, the "Intent," traveled from Port Arthur to Massawa during WWII to open a bottleneck for the 8th Army and save North Africa for the Allies. Some parts of the article have handwritten notes and underlining. The back of the second page has text from portions of other articles and advertisements.
- [Telegram from George Fielding Eliot to Alex Bradford, October 2, 1943]
- Telegram from George Fielding Eliot to Alex Bradford discussing how he was late receiving the letter but hopes Bradford will come and network. If not George will be in the Ambassador Hotel mid-November.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Frank Hanighen, October 15, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Frank Hanighen asking where Frank is and what is he doing. Alex mentions seeing certain people in London, that would make a good story for Frank. He also sent a telegram and sprained his ankle while looking at his surroundings.
- [Letter from David F. Glines to Alex Bradford - October 18, 1943]
- Letter from David F. Glines to Alex Bradford discussing three (3) key points. The first point describes the last A.P.O. that he has on Captain Glenn G. Griswold, however he is unsure exactly where he is now. In the second point, he asks that Mr. Bradford send him the A.P.O. of Lieutenant Ed. Noland and Geo Kennedy. In the final point, Mr. Glines asks Mr. Bradford to share his experiences and observation on the conditions in the fields.
- [Returned Envelope Addressed to the Wigginses]
- Returned envelope addressed to Mr. and Mrs. A. B. (Red) Wiggins from Alex "Tex" Bradford. A red circle has been drawn around a Hanford, Washington stamp with a red arrow pointing towards it. Several other stamps have been placed around the envelope that refer to the letter being unclaimed. The lower right portion has been cut off.
- [Returned Envelope Addressed to the Binnses]
- Returned envelope addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Binns from Alex “Tex” Bradford. Several handwritten notes are hurriedly scribbled on the front of this letter that refer to this address as incorrect.
- [Returned Envelope Addressed to L. Wolcott]
- Returned envelope addressed to Mr. Louis Wolcott from Alex “Tex” Bradford, which has a number of stamps including a 6-cent air mail stamp, and an illustrated hand informing that the letter was unclaimed from the Corpus Christi post office.
- [Letter from Jim D. Smith to Alex Bradford - December 19, 1943]
- Letter from Jim D. Smith to Alex Bradford discussing recent life events that have been happening in New York. Mr. Smith touches upon his home life with Mrs. Smith, the construction of a truck, and the safekeeping of Mr. Bradford’s firefighting equipment. The last page of this entry features the original envelope sent by Air Mail.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Battalion Chief Herman F. Kuch - September 4, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Battalion Chief Herman F. Kuch discussing the four (4) stage high-pressure Mack trucks that have been in service under Mr. Kuch's command. The rest of the correspondence features mutual persons of interest between Mr. Bradford and Mr. Kuch.
- [Clipping: Spain Uncensored]
- Newspaper clipping describing the Nazi occupation of Spanish territory. On the back of this newspaper article is an article that has been cut in half that reads, "Rusco Helps to Stock the Nation's Larder"
- [Clipping: U. S. to Aid Ethiopia]
- Newspaper clipping covering a brief article touching upon a technical mission to help Ethiopian farms produce additional agricultural commodities. The attached letter is from R. O. Marsh to Alex Bradford discussing the agricultural mission to assist Ethiopian farming efforts. Mr. Marsh provides additional information about the mission including the total number of people and the estimated dates of traveling to the African continent. Finally, there is a brief discussion about the delay surrounding the Alaskan oil deal and a geological survey.
- [Correspondence Between Archie A. McConnell and Alex Bradford, 1944-1945]
- Collection of letters featuring correspondence between Alex Bradford, Archie A. McConnel, and George Harold McConnell. In the first letter addressed on October 8th, 1943 Alex Bradford writes to Mr. George Harold McConnell discussing recent news and events that he has experienced. These include interactions with mutual friends, his current locations, and how his active military sons are doing. The second letter was written on November 16, 1943, by Archie A. McConnell to Alex Bradford apologizing for the misplacement of Mr. Bradford’s earlier letter. Additionally, Mr. McConnell states that George Harold McConnell is currently traveling in Australia. The third and final letter of this correspondence, written on July 18, 1944, Alex Bradford thanks Archie A. McConnell for informing that Mr. George McConnell is currently in Australia.
- [Letter from Bill Moses to Alex Bradford - November 30, 1943]
- Letter from Bill Moses to Alex Bradford discussing various local news stories, and the international war efforts. Mr. Moses wonders where Alex Bradford had wandered off to after he had last heard from him. Mr. Moses touches upon some of the local news within his area by mentioning mutual friends before informing Mr. Bradford that his Ottawa residence has been destroyed in a fire resulting in the death of a Colonel. Finally, Mr. Moses mentions that he is elated that Mr. Bradford has joined the USAAF working in the oil fields that come under attack.
- [Letter from Larry Boyd to Alex Bradford, September 19, 1943]
- Letter from Larry S. Boyd to Alex Bradford apologizing for the jittery handwriting, as he is writing on top of a motor that's running. He discusses his services and how married life has been for him.
- [Letter from Curtis Hancock to Alex Bradford - May 25, 1943]
- Letter from Curtis Hancock to Alex Bradford discussing his appreciation that Mr. Bradford is enjoying his recently published book as a fellow Texan. Mr. Hancock states that he is currently farther in than when they last met and hopes to meet in the near future. Finally, Mr. Hancock provides an address for Mr. Bradford to send the book when he has finished. This section has been underlined and circled in red pencil.
- [Letter from the Warner & Swasey Co. to Alex Bradford - December 21, 1943]
- Letter from the Warner & Swasey Company's Advertising Department to Alex Bradford thanking Mr. Bradford for his kind words on their most recent advertisement, "Are the Japs better men than we are?". The attached letter has been attached on the second page of the document.
- [Letters between Alex Bradford to A. A. Michaud, September 15 - September 17, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to A. A. Michaud on September 15th discussing his history as a firefighter overseas. An how Alex came across DuGas extinguishers in Afrika. He is wondering if they have a certain model and would like a chart of all types of approved hand extinguishers. A. A. Michaud's reply to Alex Bradford on September 17th was him being interested in his letter and accepting his request by giving him a chart along with the letter. He also invited Mr. Bradford to stop by the National Safety Congress in Chicago around early October. Or to the Marinette if time permits.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Wendell Zimmerman, October 14, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Wendell Zimmerman stating that he's back in the states from overseas and found a few of Zimmerman's letters. Decided to send him a response.
- [Clipping: Eight Hopeful Congressmen]
- Newspaper clipping featuring several articles including an article titled, “Eight Hopeful Congressmen”, “Hitler’s Subtlest Poison”, and “The Red Star Rises”. The highlighted article features brief biographical information on four (4) recently elected liberal congressmen and one (1) established liberal congressman. A portion of the text has been highlighted by red and blue colored pencils on page [3] and [4]. On the fourth page of this clipping is an illustration of Will Rogers Jr.
- [Letter from Wendell Zimmerman to Alex Bradford, October 31, 1943]
- Letter from Wendall Zimmerman to Alex Bradford informing him that his wife is living in Morgantown now and if Bradford wants to reach him during the day is best to call Morgantown. Zimmerman would like to hear more about Bradford's travels.
- [Letters from Alex Bradford to Ed Harkness - October 8, 1943-December 5, 1943]
- Letters from Alex Bradford to Ed Harkness describing his travels, congratulating Ed on his marriage, and asking after Glen Carlyle Martin.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Lawrence L. Boyd - November 7, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Larry L. Boyd answering Larry's question about his overseas work that he's been doing. Wasn't much to tell, all that matters is winning the war, everything else comes second.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Mr. and Mrs. Boyd, December 19, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Mr. and Mrs. Boyd on seeing a lot of people they know while traveling and updating them on his family. Currently in New York working but will then go to Washington for work as well, wishing them a Merry Christmas and New Year.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to A. E. Hancock, November 8, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to A. E. Hancock on seeing his son in North Africa. Doing well, very liked by all, and in best of health.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to American Hoist and Derrick Company, October 14, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to American Hoist and Derrick Company inquiring about data on there lightweight winches or hoists. The weights and prices are also needed.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Charles E. Dawson, November 15, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Charles E. Dawson discussing documents Bradford has reviewed and is returning to Mr. Dawson. He doesn't specialize in the work that was asked of him and apologies for the delay.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to John B. Hawley Jr., September 16, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to John B. Hawley Jr. on him being back in the states from overseas in military duty. He applauds John for being a war-minded man turning out the equipment needed for times like these.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Jack Ashenfelder, December 10, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Jack Ashenfelder wants a update on Jack and how he's doing. Informs Jack that his youngest son became a pilot. In the reply Jack would like to ask some questions of Bradford but in person. He's not working for the state but for the American Legion.
- [Letter from M. L. Mogford to Alex Bradford, December 29, 1943]
- Letter from Lawrence E. Gruza to Alex Bradford talking about how overjoyed his whole family was to receive Bradford's letter. And tells Bradford how work and his family have been doing.
- [Letter from S. M. Hunter to Alex Bradford, October 27, 1943]
- Letter from S. M. Hunter to Alex Bradford on rejecting his request for the data. The company is bound by an Annual Secrecy Agreement and can't give out any information without consent.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to the C.O. of Engineer Fire Suppression School - October 14, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to the Commanding Officer of the Engineering Fire Suppression School asking for the address or APO number for Glenn G. Griswold. Mr. Bradford mentions that he has met with several service members that have said wonderful things about the school.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Frank K. Tweedy, October 14, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Frank K. Tweedy asking how's he been and where he is since he hasn't heard from him. Mentions all the friends and Colonel's he's seen while on his journey, currently heading to New York.
- [Letter from Lawrence Gruza to Alex Bradford, December 12, 1943]
- Letter from Lawrence Gruza to Alex Bradford on being delighted to hear from him and glad he took care of that favor he asked for. If Bradford ever needs assistance in anything, he shouldn't hesitate to reach him.
- [Letter from Letter from Alex Bradford to Frank Gervasi, October 15, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Frank Gervasi discussing how he did receive his letter from the 2nd of August. But was in the Canadian Army where he got to see how the Fascist operate as Gervasi wrote about some years ago.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Ted and Al Groebl - October 14, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Ted & Al Groebl discussing his recent travels throughout Europe as a fire fighter in the Canadian Army. In these comments about his travels, Mr. Bradford mentions his interactions with several men of various backgrounds, and his experiences with using his fire fighting equipment abroad and in the United States.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to Fred W. Funke - September 13, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to Fred W. Funk discussing possible additives that Mr. Bradford has seen during his time in the service of foreign nations as a fire suppression member. In addition to this discussion on chemical additives, Mr. Bradford asks about the possibility of adopting various fire suppression technologies in the United States of America.
- [Letter from Alex Bradford to James O. Lewis - October 15, 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to James O. Lewis responding to his previous letter sent on January 23, 1941. Since that previous letter, Alex Bradford has been journeyed throughout the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. He continues this letter by touching on the war in the pacific and the leadership of General MacArthur. Finally, Alex Bradford touches upon his kids joining the fight against Hitler’s war machine in Europe.
- [Letter from David F. Glines to Alex Bradford - December 7, 1943]
- Letter from David F. Glines to Alex Bradford discussing Glenn [No last name] recent work in Naples, Italy with the Military Government. Mr. Glines comments that Glenn has contracted malaria but has left the care of the hospital.
- [Letter from Frank A. Epps to Alex Bradford - December 30, 1943]
- Letter from Frank A. Epps to Alex Bradford discussing the lack of testing surrounding fire suppression nozzles and the atomization of water particles. Additionally Mr. Epps recommends that Mr. Bradford schedule a meeting to discuss this topic in more detail.
- [Letter from Margaret Hopkins to Alex Bradford - May 27, 1943]
- Letter from Margaret Hopkins to Alex Bradford discussing her recent experiences living in London. The second page of this correspondence provides writers with information on using the Airgraph postal service.
- [Correspondence between Alex Bradford and Louise Zoerner - September 1943]
- Letter from Alex Bradford to John Day Publishers asking for additional copies of the book, American Empire in Asia by Albert Viton. It is Mr. Bradford’s hope that these additional copies provide interested readers with the ability to read this well reviewed book. Letter from Louise Zoerner to Alex Bradford acknowledging his interest in acquiring Mr.Viton’s recently published book. After receipt of three dollars and 6 cents ($3.06) Ms. Zoerner will send a copy to Mr. Bradford. Letter from Alex Bradford to the John Day Publishing company and Louise Zoerner acknowledging the receipt of the letter sent on September 16th. Mr. Bradford mentions that he has tried multiple bookstores throughout his area attempting to acquire Mr. Viton’s book. After returning to New York, he will purchase a copy.