[Letter from Colonel Allen Kimberly to Ike Kempner, August 21, 1954]

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Letter from Allen Kimberly to Ike Kempner replying to the news clipping that Kempner sent, the expected visit of Fannie Kempner, the weather, and his possibly visiting Hennie and Ike Kempner in Galveston.

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[1] p. ; 26 x 18 cm.

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Kimberly, Allen August 21, 1954.

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Letter from Allen Kimberly to Ike Kempner replying to the news clipping that Kempner sent, the expected visit of Fannie Kempner, the weather, and his possibly visiting Hennie and Ike Kempner in Galveston.

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[1] p. ; 26 x 18 cm.

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Text on item: "Dear Ike. Thanks for your interesting letter + the clippings - they are very unusual to say the least. I don't understand a mind that worked like Mr. Moody's did. He surely did not do much for his flesh + blood, did he? I never thought much of [...] Moody III tho I knew him very slightly - he seemed to entirely lack personality and warmth. Queer folks. Am returning the clippings. I surely would like to see Fanny when she comes out. Tell her to be sure, look me up. In view of the confidential remarks in your letter, I think I had better not try + contact the McDonalds until Fanny comes out. they could put 2 + 2 together. Nothing especially of note since my last letter. The heat has abated + it is comfortable again. I suppose it is wonderful up in Lake Placid - I've been there several times and always found it beautiful. The Lord willing, I'm going back to [...] in June '56. I think I told you but am out [...] to my 50 reunion. If I [...] I'll surely return via Galveston + look in on you + Hennie. I will be a great pleasure I'm sure. All the best to you both Faithfully Allen"

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Harris and Eliza Kempner

One of Galveston’s most iconic families, the Kempner family influenced the social and philanthropic landscape of Galveston, and its members created an expansive economic empire. This collection includes both personal papers and documentation of the family's involvement in business and industry.

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  • August 21, 1954

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Kimberly, Allen. [Letter from Colonel Allen Kimberly to Ike Kempner, August 21, 1954], letter, August 21, 1954; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1502422/: accessed May 27, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Rosenberg Library.

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