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[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mr. Fred Gurley, January 11, 1957]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mr. Fred Gurley discussing the Santa Fe interest in the Texas City Terminal Company, who has received funds to rebuild piers and warehouses. Discusses the finances and deliveries between the first bank in Texas City and the Imperial Sugar Company, and requests Gurley's influence in the direction of the funds.
Date: January 11, 1957
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from E. S. Marsh to I. H. Kempner, January 26, 1963]

Description: Letter from E. S. Marsh to I. H. Kempner discussing the financial challenges and operational changes faced by the railway system, including the need for modernization, streamlining, and efficiencies in response to decreased freight and passenger business. He outlines the financial difficulties of the Gulf Lines, emphasizing the importance of adapting to current economic realities without sacrificing service quality. He expresses respect for Kempner's judgment and insight and shares a draft stat… more
Date: January 26, 1963
Creator: Marsh, E. S.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from E. S. Marsh to I. H. Kempner, February 19, 1963]

Description: Letter from E. S. Marsh to I. H. Kempner acknowledging Kempner’s concerns regarding the railway's organizational changes and their potential impact on Galveston. He conveys regret for any associated personal or community distress, stressing the decision's inevitability due to changing times. He remains hopeful that the impact on Galveston will be minimal and temporary, expressing confidence in the city’s future growth and prosperity.
Date: February 19, 1963
Creator: Marsh, E. S.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Ernest S. Marsh, December 6, 1962]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Ernest S. Marsh discussing O. H. Osborn sending Kempner Marsh's address at a joint meeting between the Air Brake Association and Car Department Officers Association.
Date: December 6, 1962
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railway Company, December 4, 1962]

Description: Letter from Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railway Company discussing an enclosed address written by Mr. Marsh discussing major problems facing railroads and exposing fallacies in an ad about the financial condition of the railroads.
Date: December 4, 1962
Creator: Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railroad
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from J. A. Elkins to I. H. Kempner, May 8, 1962]

Description: Letter from J. A. Elkins to I. H. Kempner explaining to Kempner that Elkins was unable to attend a reception at Robert Lee Kempner's home due to a meeting with the Pure Oil Company that was required for Elkins to attend.
Date: May 8, 1962
Creator: Elkins, J. A.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Leah Mishkin, July 10, 1963]

Description: Letter from Leah Mishkin thanking Kempner family for gifting a book named 'Henry Cohen: Messenger of the Lord'.
Date: July 10, 1963
Creator: Mishkin, Leah
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mr. L. M. Olson, June 20, 1955]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mr. L. M. Olson congratulating him for his appointment as Vice President and General Manager of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Line. He extends an invitation for him to visit Galveston, and looks forward to working with him.
Date: June 20, 1955
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to D. B. Calvin, March 9, 1945]

Description: Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner to D. B. Calvin asking him if he could handle the attached letter. He mentions that Dr. Leake made a splendid presentation using typewritten or mimeographed memorandum listed under the paragraphs.
Date: March 9, 1945
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady, November 21, 1944]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Karl Lovelady discussing financial matters and expressing satisfaction with the work done by a committee in relation to the Medical College. He acknowledges the unpredictability of events and compliments the Karl Lovelady on the successful work under those conditions. A snippet from another document, with the closing line urging the reader to listen to an upcoming show on NBC, is also enclosed.
Date: November 21, 1944
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Karl Lovelady, December 18, 1944]

Description: Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to Karl Lovelady expressing regret that they could not meet during a recent visit due to the senator's absence. He discusses the state of medical education, defends the reputation of the school against what is termed "unfortunate propaganda," and highlights statistical data regarding patient treatment numbers.
Date: December 18, 1944
Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from I. H. Kempner to Eastern Air Lines, September 1, 1955]

Description: Letter from I. H. Kempner to Eastern Air Lines requesting a refund of $20.19 charged for excess baggage on his trip from New York to Houston, detailing his experience weighing his bags with reason for the refund.
Date: September 1, 1955
Creator: Kempner, Isaac H. (Isaac Herbert), 1873-1967
Partner: Rosenberg Library

[Letter from Herman Waldeck to I. H. Kempner, December 3, 1954]

Description: Letter from Herman Waldeck to I. H. Kempner discussing the extended period since they have been in contact, his plans to stay busy with his work, and the possibility he may visit Kempner in Galveston.
Date: December 3, 1954
Creator: Waldeck, Herman
Partner: Rosenberg Library
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