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A Texas Newsman

Description: Narrative about the career of journalist Raymond B. Holbrook, written by his daughter after his death, based on her research into his work and her recollections. She also describes her efforts to preserve the publication that Holbrook founded -- Texas Week -- which was published August 1946 through summer 1947.
Date: June 26, 2020
Creator: Holbrook, Marion
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: Private Collection of the Raymond B. Holbrook Family

[Edgar B. Sutherlin's Veterans' Administration Card]

Description: Veterans Administration card belonging to Edgar B. Sutherlin. Instructions on the back read: "Always have this card with you. The C-No. (Claim NO.) shown on this card has been assigned to your application for benefits, and identifies you and your VA records. Notify this office at once, if your name is incorrectly shown. IMPORTANT: Always include your NAME and C-No., when you write or contact the VA. It helps us give better service."
Date: June 26, 1958
Creator: United States. Veterans Administration.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: Private Collection of the Sutherlin Family

[Postcard of Union Station and Aloe Plaza]

Description: Postcard of a large white stone structure with dark blue roofing and a clock tower, described as "Union Station, With Aloe Plaza in Foreground." The back of the postcard adds, "The Union Station on Market from 18th to 20th Street is one of the largest passenger terminals in the country. Directly across Market Street is the Aloe Plaza with its beautiful fountains." The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: March 26, 1946
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of The Cosmopolitan]

Description: Postcard of a multistory brick building on a busy street, described further on the back as "Hotel Cosmopolitan Denver, Colorado 460 Rooms with Bath, Opened June 5, 1926. The largest and finest hotel in the State. One bock from all car lines. The leading hotel of Denver." The message on the front and back of the postcard is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward Texas Ice Co. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 26, 1934
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Location: None
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Castle]

Description: Postcard of a two story estate with a green tiled roof and domes on each cornerstone tower. A rocky shore sits in the foreground. The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Mamie McFlvard 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: July 26, 1933
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Golden Hall in Town Hall]

Description: Postcard of a mural covering the wall at the end of a hall decorated with arches. The message on the back reads, "This room is all gold, was gorgeous - a really world fine sight. Am having a wonderful time seeing this bustling city. Do keep well. Got your letter today. Love to everyone - Moche." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carrol E. Ward 1906 McFadden Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: July 26, 1933
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard from the Craig Sisters to Mrs. Doug Craig, July 26, 1930]

Description: Postcard from the Craig sisters to their mother, Mrs. Doug Craig, discussing their day and night on their trip. One of the girls mentions she didn't have an asthma attack the night before. The front of the postcard features a photograph of two buildings - one is a light-colored stone building, and the other is a two-story building with porches on both stories. The light-colored building is situated in the center-ground, while the two-story house sits in the background. There are several leafles… more
Date: July 26, 1930
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: Patrick Heath Public Library

[Postcard of the Music Stand in Sweet Chalybeate Springs]

Description: Postcard of a white structure with an orange roof surrounded by trees and a dirt road framed by wooden fences, described by "Music Stand, Sweet Chalybeate Springs, Va." The letter on the back of the postcard is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1141 Third Ave. Huntington, W. Va."
Date: August 26, 1913
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Jack of Hearts]

Description: Postcard of the Jack of Hearts with the words "Last but not least, this is bound to be the "man" H. H. 11-26-11" written below. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 26, 1911
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of a Newspaper Article]

Description: Postcard of a newspaper article announcing a marriage. The bridegroom's name is struck out and replaced with "Jack," as the name of the paper is crossed out and replaced with "Beaumont Journal." On the back, the letter reads, "Will break the news to you gently, Jack's married. Read about it on other side. H. H. 10-26-11." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. Gunston Hall."
Date: October 26, 1911
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum
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