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[Card from the University of Virginia Alumni Fund to D. W. Kempner, 1947]

Card from the University of Virginia Alumni Fund to D. W. Kempner thanking him for his donation to the organization. Signatures and a handwritten note thanking Dan again and sending regards to his family is on the front. Inside the card is a short, handwritten note from Cary addressed to "Henry".

Date: 1947

Creator: University of Virginia Alumni Fund

Item Type: Text

[Clipping: Trade Policy]

Clipping by Roscoe Drummond discussing trade policy with the Congress.

Date: 1954

Creator: Drummond, Roscoe

Item Type: Clipping

[Fundraising Card from the University of Virginia Alumni Fund]

Blank fundraising card from University of Virginia Alumni Fund listing their "Objectives for 1952" and requesting pledged gifts

Date: 1952~

Creator: University of Virginia Alumni Fund

Item Type: Letter

[Handwritten Letter from Allen Kimberly to I. H. Kempner, May 10, 1954]

Handwritten letter from Colonel Allen Kimberly to I. H. Kempner discussing his visits to Washington D.C. and Virginia and lamenting that he was unable to visit the Kempner's due to flying home.

Date: May 10, 1954

Creator: Kimberly, Allen

Item Type: Letter

[Handwritten Letter from J. Malcom Luck to Daniel W. Kempner, December 29, 1950]

Handwritten letter from J. Malcom Luck to Daniel W. Kempner thanking him for the Christmas card and photograph he sent.

Date: December 29, 1950

Creator: Luck, J. Malcom

Item Type: Letter

[Handwritten Letter From Julien M. Bossieux to I. H. Kempner, February 15, 1954]

Letter from Julien M. Bossieux to I. H. Kempner discussing a clipping of the Washington & Lee Fancy Dress Ball, and him doctor giving him a clean bill of health. He also asks if Mr. Kempner has plans of visiting Virginia next summer, and if he does, encourages him to join Mr. Bossieux in Lexington.

Date: February 15, 1954

Creator: Bossieux, Julien M.

Item Type: Letter

[Inter-Office Letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner, Jr., to Harris Leon Kempner, August 6, 1953]

Inter-office letter from Isaac Herbert Kempner, Jr., to Harris Leon Kempner confirming their phone conversation of that day. He mentions that they're stopping at a hotel in Los Angeles. He mentions that he gave Harris's information to Denny if any problem arises, and he also includes Denny's address.

Date: August 6, 1953

Creator: Kempner, Isaac Herbert, Jr.

Item Type: Letter

[Invoice for Balance Due to Farmington Country Club, October 1952]

Invoice for balance due to Farmington Country Club by Daniel W. Kempner, including $30.

Date: October 1, 1952

Creator: Farmington Country Club

Item Type: Text

[Invoice for Credit, Dues and Tax, September 1952]

Invoice for Daniel W. Kempner by Farmington Country Club, credits, dues and tax with balance of $30.

Date: September 1, 1952

Creator: Farmington Country Club

Item Type: Text

[Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Farmington Country Club, September 20, 1950]

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to Farmington Country Club sending a $30.00 check for September 1st under Daniel W. Kempner's account.

Date: September 20, 1950

Creator: Blackshear, A. H., Jr.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Albertina J. M. Ravenhorst to Isaac H. Kempner, July 8, 1963]

Letter from Albertina J. M. Ravenhorst to Isaac H. Kempner discussing transportation plans for the latter's upcoming trip.

Date: July 8, 1963

Creator: Ravenhorst, Albertina J. M.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Benito Longoria, Jr. to Isaac H. Kempner, July 9, 1962]

Letter from Benito Longoria, Jr. to Isaac H. Kempner returning a copy of a speech given by the latter.

Date: July 9, 1962

Creator: Longoria, Benito, Jr.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from C. W. Glotzbach and J. P. Sanderson to Mr. W. S. Galeski, May 15, 1956]

Letter from C. W. Glotzbach and J. P. Sanderson to Mr. W. S. Galeski discussing about tax exemptions and compensation for travel expenses.

Date: May 15, 1956

Creator: Glotzbach, C. W. & Sanderson, J. P.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Charles E. Schafer to Mr. I. H. Kempner, November 23, 1949]

Letter from Charles E. Schafer to Mr. I. H. Kempner expressing thanks for conveying remarks from the President of Washington & Lee and assisting Morgan in gaining entrance to the company.

Date: November 23, 1949

Creator: Schafer, Charles E.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to D. W. Kempner, February 5, 1952]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to D. W. Kempner thanking Kempner for sending the report of the University of Virginia's President for the past fiscal year. Leake reflects on the similarities in administrative challenges and the struggle with faculty salaries not keeping up with the cost of living. He expresses gratitude for Kempner's interest and help, inviting him to provide suggestions and advice. He emphasizes their commitment to serving the community and promoting health.

Date: February 5, 1952

Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner, December 1, 1949]

Letter from Chauncey D. Leake to I. H. Kempner commending the arrangements for a complimentary dinner by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce for the Board of Regents of the University of Texas. He highlights the contributions of Judge Dudley K. Woodward, Jr., an alumnus recognized for his legal and educational achievements, and President T. S. Painter, noted for his zoological research and leadership. Leake expresses confidence in the satisfactory nature of the event and appreciates the efforts t… more

Date: December 1, 1949

Creator: Leake, Chauncey D.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Claiborne Johnston to all correspondence, 1949]

A letter from Claiborne Johnston to all correspondents, informing them that hams cured in the previous fall are now available for shipping. Johnston then goes into detail about the curing process as well as explains the price per pound for the ham. Also attached to the letter is an advert for Johnston's Williamsburg Smoked Turkey and Hickory Smoked Bacon.

Date: 1949

Creator: Johnston, Claiborne

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Colgate W. Darden, Jr. to D. W. Kempner, September 15, 1947]

Letter from Colgate W. Darden, Jr. to D. W. Kempner discussing plans for his visit for the upcoming Harvard game.

Date: September 15, 1947

Creator: Darden, Colgate W., Jr.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from Cy Young to I. H. Kempner, January 31, 1957]

Letter from H. K. Young to I. H. Kempner discussing his potential contribution to Washington and Lee University's Alumni Fund for 1957. He further discusses the goals and ambitions the Alumni Fund Council has for this year.

Date: January 31, 1957

Creator: Young, H. K.

Item Type: Letter

[Letter from D. W. Kempner to Admiral W. F. Halsey, August 1, 1947]

Letter from Daniel W. Kempner to Admiral W. F. Halsey discussing potential problems there may be if he joins the National Alumni Advisory Committee.

Date: August 1, 1947