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[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, November 22, 1949]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner thanking him for his note and states that the writer and his wife will be attending a dinner for the Regents on Friday, December 9th. The letter also lists other university officials who will be attending the dinner. The letter concludes by inviting Mr. Kempner and his wife to a lunch and a cocktail party.
Date: November 22, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Hyman J. Ettlinger to Aaron Topek, October 28, 1949]

Description: Letter from Hyman J. Ettlinger to Aaron Topek requesting that Topek publish an announcement for the Hillel Building fund in the next edition of News and Views. He would like to announce that the Hillel dedication cornerstone laying will take place at 11 am on November 13 which will be followed by a donor's luncheon at 12:30 pm. He requests that he attend and speak at the cornerstone laying. He mentions a meeting of the Hillel Building Committee at 9 am and a need to ask guests if they would lik… more
Date: October 28, 1949
Creator: Ettlinger, Hyman J.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, July 2, 1949]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner thanking Mr. I. H. Kempner for his inquiry about a tuberculosis hospital for Houston. While federal funding isn't available, the Medical Branch has secured funds for a new building at John Sealy Hospital and plans for their own Zeigler Tuberculosis Hospital with separate wards for men and women. He concludes with appreciation for Mr. Kempner's support during the legislative session.
Date: July 2, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake, July 1, 1949]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Chauncey D. Leake referring to a news clipping about a state grant of $500,000 to the city of Houston for a tuberculosis hospital. He asks Dr. Leake if there is any possibility of Galveston receiving a similar grant for a tuberculosis hospital, given a $250,000 donation from Mrs. Rosa Ziegler. He proposes that the Medical Branch could be designated as a state hospital while still recognizing Mrs. Ziegler's contribution by naming a wing after her.
Date: July 1, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Dave Cohen, October 17, 1949]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Dave Cohen requesting for Cohen's assistance in blocking and cleaning two hats. Kempner insists that he pays for the service as he does not want to purchase a brand-new hat due to the high cost. Kempner also mentions receiving letters from Fanny Hamburger and Roma Lipowska.
Date: October 17, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Memorandum from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner, January 11, 1949]

Description: Memorandum from E. S. Holliday to I. H. Kempner listing several companies that the Medical Branch of the University of Texas has business relationships with. The memorandum also mentions that a check for $250.00 was received that morning from the Galveston-Houston Breweries, and that Gulf Lumber Co. plans to send a check for $100.00.
Date: January 11, 1949
Creator: Holliday, E. S.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Bogart Rogers to D. W. Kempner, March 22, 1949]

Description: Letter from Bogart Rogers to D. W. Kempner discussing an insurance situation, mentioning the forwarding of documents and the necessity of signing papers. he also contacted an insurance agent in New York to expedite the process and advises Kempner to communicate any difficulties to the Houston office. he empathizes with Kempner over the mishaps and offers help to resolve the matter.
Date: March 22, 1949
Creator: Rogers, Bogart
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letters from Bogart Rogers to D. W. Kempner, March 7, 1949]

Description: Letters from Bogart Rogers to D. W. Kempner discussing the cost, insurance details, and payment preferences for a Cadillac, and outlines the delivery arrangements. He assures careful handling of the car until its handover and prompts Mr. Kempner for confirmation on the payment and delivery options. In a second letter he outlines the purchase details for the Cadillac and acknowledges receipt of the car.
Date: March 7, 1949
Creator: Rogers, Bogart
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Duke Goddard, May 13, 1949]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Duke Goddard expressing his appreciation for the House passing an appropriation for the Medical Branch according to the recommendations of Representative Godard. He mentions the positive impact this will have on their morale and feels they are making progress. He acknowledges the House committee's understanding of the importance of the Medical Branch to the state and trusts the Senate will concur.
Date: May 13, 1949
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Charles H. Oehler, February 11, 1949]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Charles H. Oehler detailing Houston's decision to give up a section of road for State Highway Department improvements. He suggests that a similar action in Galveston, utilizing a road from the city's western limits to the property on or near the Galveston Wharves, could facilitate the construction of a road for truck and commercial traffic along the wharf front. The letter requests consideration of this proposal.
Date: February 11, 1949
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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