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[Speech: Veteran Benefits for Individuals who Served in Civilian Capacity in the Armed Forces]

Description: Copy of two pages from the Congressional Record containing a speech by Texas Representative Olin Teague regarding pending bills that would grant civilian veterans benefits as well as the history of Avenger Field. The pages include other text, including partial text before the speech discussing a memorial dance for Jess Nevarez, his service in the military, his involvement with his community and church and supplemental statements to Teague's speech after his statements.
Date: April 6, 1977
Creator: United States. Congress.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: National WASP WWII Museum

[Letter from Eleanor McLernon to Editor of Victoria Advocate, May 12, 1977]

Description: Letter from Eleanor McLernon Brown to the editor of Victoria Advocate telling her who the WASP are, the issues that have risen with Congress regarding giving them veteran status, and asking them if she can inform her readers about this, and get them to send letters to Congress.
Date: May 12, 1977
Creator: Brown, Eleanor McLernon
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: National WASP WWII Museum

[Clipping: Female WWII pilots awarded medals and Victoria woman honored]

Description: Newspaper clippings of two articles about female pilots being honored for their service in World War II, including receiving the Congressional Gold Medal in Washington D.C. Portions of advertisements and other articles are visible on the backs of the clippings, including a school advertisement, a Dillard's advertisement, and an article about drug addiction.
Date: March 11, 2010
Creator: Hefling, Kimberly & Velasquez, J. J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: National WASP WWII Museum

[Clipping: "Who Were The WASPS?"]

Description: Newspaper clipping with an article about the history of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, describing what lead to the creation of the program, explaining why they deserve to be recognized as veterans of the military, and stating why they need the support of the American Legion.
Date: unknown
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: National WASP WWII Museum

[Clipping: "WW2 Flying Women"]

Description: Newspaper clipping of the "People" section of the June 1995 issue of Florida Today. Articles about the story of the WASPs, Michael Jackson's accusations of child molestation, neutering dogs, and more are included. "WW2 Flying Women" discusses two local women, Marjorie Sizemore and Carolyn Miller, and their service in the WASP.
Date: June 22, 1995
Creator: Morris, Betty
Item Type: Refine your search to only Clipping
Partner: National WASP WWII Museum

Omar Burleson Speaking at Banquet

Description: Photograph of Omar Burleson giving a speech at a banquet in his honor in Cisco, TX. I his hand, he has a wrapped box. To his back are the American flag and the Texas flag. A large welcome sign is above his head. On the table in front of the podium are various plates and cups. A woman is seated to the left.
Date: 1957
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Omar Burleson Banquet

Description: Photograph of the head table at a banquet in Cisco, TX. A man is standing at a podium behind the table. Behind him are an American flag and a large welcome sign. Several people are seated to either side of the podium.
Date: unknown
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Omar Burleson Receiving Gift at Banquet

Description: Photograph of the head table at a banquet in Cisco, TX. A man is behind the podium, presenting a gift to U.S. Representative Omar Burleson. To the back is an American flag and a large welcome sign. A large flower arrangement is in front of the podium. Several people sit to either side of the podium.
Date: 1957
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Omar Burleson Banquet

Description: Photograph of a man speaking from a podium at a banquet in Cisco, TX. Behind him is an American flag and on the wall is a large welcome sign. To the side sits another man. On the table are a large flower arrangement and various condiments.
Date: 1957
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Mr. and Mrs. Omar Burleson at Banquet

Description: Photograph of the Burlesons at a banquet in honor of Cong. Omar Burleson's 10th anniversary serving as Congressman of the 17th District of Texas. They are each holding a new watch, still in its box. A bouquet of roses is on the table in front of them. An American flag hangs on the back all with a welcome sign. A group of people is also gathered behind the couple.
Date: 1957
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Mr. and Mrs. Omar Burleson at Banquet

Description: Photograph of the Burlesons at a banquet in their honor. They are each holding a new watch, still in its box. They are looking to the right, away from the camera. A bouquet of roses is on the table in front of them. An American flag hangs on the back all with a welcome sign. A group of people is also gathered behind the couple.
Date: 1957
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Americanism - A Heritage of the Ages

Description: A printed pamphlet containing a speech titled "Americanism - A Heritage of the Ages," delivered by Hon. Fritz G. Lanham in the Texas House of Representatives, February 27, 1939.
Date: February 27, 1939
Creator: Lanham, Fritz G.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Telegram from Sam Russell to General Richard Donovan - January 2, 1941]

Description: A Western Union telegram sent to General Richard Donovan, Commanding General, San Antonio, Texas, from Sam Russell, Washington, D. C., dated January 2, 1941. Russell recommends Mrs. E. Lillius, Abilene, Texas for a position as Senior Hostess in the army camp at View, Texas. The reverse side includes Western Union terms, cost, and information regarding The Western Union Telegraph Company, Incorporated. R. B. White, President.
Date: January 2, 1941
Creator: Russell, Sam
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Telegram from T. N. Carswell and Owen Ellis to Representative Sam Russell - January 28, 1941]

Description: A Western Union telegram sent to Sam Russell, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, and Owen Ellis, Adjutant, dated January 28, 1941. Carswell advises Russell that Parramore Post No. 57 (of the American Legion) respectfully requests his active support of the Bill to continue the Dies committee. The reverse side includes Western Union terms, cost, and information regarding The Western Union Telegraph Company, Incorporated. R. B. White, President.
Date: January 28, 1941
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood) & Ellis, Owen
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Representative Sam Russell to T. N. Carswell - March 25, 1941]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Commander, American Legion Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, from Sam Russell, 17th Dist. Texas, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., dated March 25, 1941. Russell acknowledges his receipt of the letter with the check from Carswell to cover the cost of the manuals. Russell confirms that he has secured the fifty volumes of the Infantry Drill Regulations FM - 22 - 5 and is mailing them to Carswell., He advises of the enclosed bills as requeste… more
Date: March 25, 1941
Creator: Russell, Sam
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library
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