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Apparatus for Treating Hydrocarbons.

Description: Patent for an improved apparatus for treating hydrocarbons. This apparatus is for treating comparatively heavy petroleum and other hydrocarbon oils and their distillates and derivatives, in order to produce from such heavy oils a large yield of gasoline or other light, easily volatile liquids. This apparatus will be a safe and efficient way to produce large yield of gasoline and light hydrocarbon liquids from heavy oils and will be free from trouble arising from the accumulation of carbon.
Date: August 5, 1919
Creator: Andrews, Benjamin & Averill, Willard C., Jr.
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Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

Device for Dipping Lumber.

Description: Patent for a device for dipping lumber in a "soda" bath for preventing mildewing that allows the operator of the sawmill to determine which logs go through the bath.
Date: August 9, 1910
Creator: Baten, William Lucian
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Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

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
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Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to I. H. Kempner, August 2, 1948]

Description: Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to I. H. Kempner discussing enclosed copies of letters that are being mailed to the New York Cotton Exchange and New Orleans Cotton Exchange discussing the bonds made in the state of Texas and exchanges for the handling of certified cotton. Blackshear also discusses wanting to get away from the monthly statements for the banks while discussing upcoming arrangements with the banks.
Date: August 2, 1948
Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.
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Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Memorandum from Ruben Bonilla Jr. - 1979-08-29]

Description: Memorandum from Ruben Bonilla Jr., League of United Latin American Citizens National President, dated August 29, 1979, and directed to "Members, National Executive Board and Appointed Officers." The memo is regarding the appointments of State Directors for the State of Louisiana and the State of Connecticut.
Date: August 29, 1979
Creator: Bonilla, Ruben, Jr.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Houston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

Transcript of Oral History Interview with Homer James "Jim" Avery, August 14, 2008

Description: Interview with Homer James "Jim" Avery, founder of James Avery Craftsman from Kerrville, Texas. Mr. Avery discusses his childhood, education, service in World War II, and starting and developing his jewelry business. The interview includes photographs of Mr. Avery, on pages 35-41.
Date: August 14, 2008
Creator: Collins, Francelle Robison; Webb, Jeanie Archer; Leonard, Julie Mosty & Avery, Homer James
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Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission

[Letter from Alan Cranston to Charlyne Creger, August 12, 1977]

Description: Letter from Alan Cranston to Charlyne Creger explaining that he recognizes the services provided by the Women Airforce Service Pilots(U.S.) during World War II. He also states that the U.S. Senate is working with the U.S. House of Representatives Committees on Veterans Affairs to extend the benefits held by veterans to WASPs as well.
Date: August 12, 1977
Creator: Cranston, Alan, 1914-2000
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: National WASP WWII Museum

[Letter from Frank E. Dawson to D. W. Kempner, August 2, 1949]

Description: Letter from Frank E. Dawson to D. W. Kempner discussing travel routings and addresses the topic of traveling with small pet dog into Canada, including the need for veterinarian's certificate and information about hotels that accept pets. He also provides recommendations for garages in New York for car service where guests can also be accommodated.
Date: August 2, 1949
Creator: Dawson, Frank E.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Rosenberg Library

Oral History Interview with William S. Emerson, August 21, 2010

Description: The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with William S. Emerson. Emerson joined the Navy in May 1942. He trained as a Naval Aviation Cadet and learned to fly dive-bombers. Emerson joined VB-19 and was attached to the USS Lexington (CV-16) in 1944. He flew missions over Guam and the Philippines and took part in the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Emerson was shot down during a mission to bomb an airfield on Iwo Jima. He was rescued by a submarine and rejoined his unit on the Lexi… more
Date: August 21, 2010
Creator: Emerson, William S.
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Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation

[Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara, August 30, 1864]

Description: Letter from David Fentress to his wife Clara regarding the difficulties he faces applying for a transfer and/or a leave of absence. He states that he has 110 men in hospitals. Dr. Fentress's brigade is to march to Arkansas and only waits for Hardeman's Brigade to arrive. He also states that his men look forward to leaving Louisiana and moving to Arkansas.
Date: August 30, 1864
Creator: Fentress, David
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Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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