Clippings (books, newspapers, etc.)
Subject
Subject Source: Fast
Found in 189 Collections and/or Records:
Kirby Petroleum Company / George Sawtelle Executive Records
Collection
Identifier: MS 504
Overview
The materials in this collection are from the Houston-based Kirby Petroleum Company and the records of George Sawtelle, president and later chairman of the company to 1965. This collection consists of 2.5 linear feet of photographs, correspondence, business records, clippings, and technical papers. The primary correspondents are John H. Kirby, Clint Murchison, Cooper Ragan, and George Sawtelle. This material provides a valuable look at the early days of the oil industry in Texas. In particular,...
Dates:
1921-1967, bulk 1931-1953
Kristal Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 834
Overview
The collection consists of one box of correspondence to members of the Kristal family from 1921 to 1925, including two wedding invitations, and one news clipping. The majority of the correspondence is in Yiddish and much of it is from relatives in the Poland.
Dates:
1921 - 1925
Kuntz Louisiana Civil War collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 256
Abstract:
Correspondence, military documents, posters, receipts, and clippings chiefly relating to the Civil War in New Orleans and Louisiana. Includes bills of sale and lists of slaves, correspondence to Thomas Overton Moore, governor of Louisiana, and from Jefferson Davis.
Dates:
1811 - 1959
Larry McMurtry and Diana Ossana Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 276
Overview
These papers represent a broad view of Larry McMurtry’s literary career, including his collaborations with Diana Ossana. Handwritten notes, editorial correspondence, annotated typescripts, and production material show the creative process for McMurtry’s (and Ossana’s) novels, screenplays, teleplays, and essays. While many works are included here, Streets of Laredo and Dead Man’s Walk are among the most fully documented....
Dates:
1890 - 2011; Majority of material found within 1980 - 2011
Leland Anderson family papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 916
Overview
The collection has a majority of photographs, newspaper articles, letters, and portraits.
Dates:
1880 - 2010
Linda Wu and Janita Gee records of the Gee family in Houston
Collection
Identifier: MS 878
Overview
This collection includes sources which document Gee restaurants and/or events, the family of Jane and Albert Gee, and activities of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (Houston Chapter). Formats include photos (circa 75), letters, plaques, awards, certificates, newspaper clippings, magazine clippings, brochures, pamphlets.
Dates:
1955 - 2011
Lynette S. Autrey papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 051
Abstract:
This collection of materials relates generally to the personal life of Lynette S. Autrey and her family. The Autreys were Houston entrepreneurs and philanthropists, contributing significant gifts of land and funds to Rice University, among other institutions, in support of the humanities, social sciences, and business.
Dates:
1913 - 1998; Majority of material found within 1913 - 1978
Lynn Wyatt Scrapbooks and Memorabilia
Collection
Identifier: MS 550
Overview
These scrapbooks contain photographs, correspondence, invitations, event programs, news clippings, and memorabilia collected by Lynn Wyatt, documenting her work with charitable and fine arts organizations, leadership as a Houston socialite and best-dressed icon, and international travels.
Dates:
1931-2012
MacDonald Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 361
Abstract:
Letters from Alexander MacDonald to his wife, Margaret MacDonald, including information concerning land disputes and importation of goods to Texas; letters from James MacDonald, serving with a Texas regiment during the Civil War, to his mother, Margaret MacDonald; letters of condolence to Margaret MacDonald after James's death during the war; letters from other family members; wills; maps; and documents.
Dates:
1834 - 1953
Marguerite Johnston Barnes Personal Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 491
Overview
The bulk of these papers represent Barnes’ writing and journalism career, from her early college years to her lengthy career at the Houston Post newspaper. Included are photocopies of her articles, columns, reviews and editorials, typescripts of her works, photographs, and a small amount of family and biographical materials.
Dates:
1926-2000