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[Telegram from H. H. Levy, E.M. Norton, and E.J. Pennington to I.H. Kempner, February 26, 1951]

Description: Telegram sent by H. H. Levy, E.M. Norton, and E.J. Pennington to I.H. Kempner urgently requesting him to attend a meeting with Jean Lafitte to consider an important emergency affecting the people of Galveston.
Date: February 26, 1951
Creator: Levy, H. H.; Norton, E. M. & Pennintgton, E. J.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Dudley Peterson, February 26, 1951]

Description: Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Dudley Peterson regarding a bill (HB 326) that would prohibit the use of slot machines in Texas. Mr. Blackshear argues that banning slot machines would be ineffective in curbing gambling and highlights the revenue these machines generate for the club and the federal government.
Date: February 26, 1951
Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Harold E. Rich to A. H. Blackshear, Jr., February 26, 1951]

Description: Letter from Harold E. Rich to A. H. Blackshear, Jr. thanking Mr. Blackshear for his letter of February 23rd concerning taking an individual membership in the Galveston Country Club. However, Mr. Rich states that due to his current circumstances, he is unable to take a membership at this time.
Date: February 26, 1951
Creator: Rich, Harold E.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Jack Bryan, February 26, 1951]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Jack Bryan apologizing for misplacing all copies of the transposed Lincoln address Bryan requested. He explains that he gave the one copy he had to one of Bryan's associates and has asked Dudley Peterson to locate it and make copies. He expresses enjoyment in meeting Bryan and other legislators and acknowledges the challenges they face, particularly in the Appropriations Committee.
Date: February 26, 1951
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Jimmy Phillips, February 26, 1951]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Jimmy Phillips confirming their phone conversation about an event at the Studio Lounge. He stresses the need to know the number of attendees to manage capacity and suggests limiting the invitation to senators and their wives. He discusses the difficulty of arranging transportation for those who don't want to fly and suggests alternatives. He also requests Phillips to diplomatically handle these arrangements and ensure guest attendance is limited to spouses.
Date: February 26, 1951
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Dudley W. Peterson to I. H. Kempner, February 26, 1951]

Description: Letter from Dudley W. Peterson to I. H. Kempner thanking Kempner for arranging the Appropriation Committees' trip to Galveston and making it pleasant. He expresses the committee's appreciation and gratitude. He mentions that he will canvass the committee to find out who has the copy of the parody on Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and promises to make copies if found.
Date: February 26, 1951
Creator: Peterson, Dudley W.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Jimmy Phillips, February 26, 1951]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Jimmy Phillips outlining the planned itinerary for the Senate's visit to Galveston on March 3, 1951. The program includes meeting at the airport, lunch at the Rebecca Sealy Nurses Residence, hospital and laboratory visits, a boat trip, and a dinner at the Studio Lounge. Special arrangements are mentioned for bringing specific senators and their spouses.
Date: February 26, 1951
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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