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Transcript of a letter from Maud Fentress to her son, David Fentress, urging him to pray regularly and to write her more regularly. She updates David on local events, including the effects of the war on the local slaves, as well as casualties.
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A letter from Hamilton K. Redway in Washington D.C. to his wife, Loriette Redway, on August 25, 1867. The letter regards Hamilton Redway's business and life in Washington. Redway asks if Ellen is there with Loriette. This may be in reference to his niece, Ellen Loretta. He mentions that there is some excitement over the removal of Secretary of War, Edwin Stanton.
Also included with this item is the envelope in which this letter was sent. The envelope is addressed to Mrs. H. K. Redway in Manns…
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A letter from Hamilton K. Redway in Washington D.C. to his wife, Loriette Redway, on August 4, 1867. In the letter, Hamilton Redway expresses his love for his wife and children, and mentions that he would like his family to join him in Washington as soon as possible. Redway informs Loriette that he has had some goods sent to Loriette. Redway asks about Ellen. This may be in reference to his niece, Ellen Loretta.
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Letter from Ralph C. Glock to Arthur M. Alpert discussing a review of Cecile B. Kempner's investments regarding the total investment income.
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Letter from Thomas L. James to I. H. Kempner discussing Kempner's trips to Chicago and Sugar Land. The production of cotton bales and their buyers are enclosed.
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Letter from Herman Lurie to Hugh Williams discussing Louisiana raw sugar and details including producers, tons, ships, sellers, sugar sales, and quotas.
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Letter from Thomas L. James to I. H. Kempner discussing the ginning of cotton bales. A list of cotton buyers is provided, and the state of cotton productions is elaborated upon.
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Letter from Thomas L. James to I. H. Kempner discussing an Aldine property and a lease on land containing a well. Negotiations are detailed.
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Letter from Thomas L. James to I. H. Kempner discussing the ginning of cotton bales. A list of cotton buyers is provided, and the state of cotton productions is elaborated upon.
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Letter from Thomas L. James to I. H. Kempner discussing cotton productions, cotton buyers, seed market values, the Johnny Mitchell well operation, suit information, and contract negotiations.
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Letter from Thomas L. James to I. H. Kempner discussing Kempner's trips to Chicago and Sugar Land. The production of cotton bales and their buyers are enclosed.
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Handwritten letter from cartoonist Zack Mosley to Major Phillips, responding to a letter he received from the major. He writes that he has enclosed a drawing of his cartoon, Smilin' Jack. At the top of the letter is a stylized letterhead with Smilin' Jack's head and Mr. Mosley's signature. On the back of the letter is a stamp giving the Boyce-Ditto Public Library's address. The letterhead on the front is clearly visible from the back of the letter.
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Letter from Chet Huntley, of NBC News to Major William D. Phillips congratulating the U.S. Army Primary Helicopter School on their 11th anniversaries. He briefly mentions the war in Vietnam. On the back of the letter is a stamp giving the Boyce-Ditto Public Library's address.
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Letter from Mrs. Harmon to Mrs. Kempner about the convention in Texas, the units in Texas, and meeting with Mrs. Reed for assistance with organization.
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Letter to Cecile from her father about a storm in Galveston and Sugarland, and its affect on his crops, Harris going to Washington, and "Granny's" health.
Date:
August 25, 1947
Creator:
Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
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