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[Letter from I. H. Kempner to D. W. Kempner, October 22, 1953]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to D. W. Kempner discussing both professional and personal matters with H. Kempner. Professionally, it touches on salary adjustments and promotions at their company, indicating satisfaction among the executives with the recent changes. It also mentions an unresolved investigation concerning misconduct at the Wharf Company. Personally, the letter details the peaceful passing of a family member named Herb, describing his final days and the family's grief management.
Date: October 22, 1953
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

Oral History Interview with Robert and Dalene Reagan, August 28, 2001

Description: Interview with Robert Reagan and his wife, Dalene Comparette Reagan, a couple with strong local historical family roots, from Kerrville, Texas. Mrs. Reagan delves into the history of Kerrville Telephone Company, which was co-founded by her great-grandfather, Dale Comparette. Mr. Reagan discusses his family history, including his connection to Admiral Chester Nimitz. The couple also talk about their childhood memories of Kerrville while it was still a small town.
Date: August 28, 2001
Creator: Bethel, Ann; Snodgrass, Clarabelle; Reagan, Robert & Reagan, Dalene Comparette
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission
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