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  Property Loan Statement, Louis Gowan, August 1930

  This property loan statement breaks down the amount loaned and interest at the top half of the page with the credits, cash payments, and ending balance below. "Deed dated Aug. 6, 1930" is written at the bottom of the page.

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  Property Tax Receipt, Attala County Mississippi to W. W. Dodd Estate, January 22, 1930

  This property tax receipt, dated January 22, 1930, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1929 fiscal year for property owned by the W. W. Dodd Estate. The receipt describes the property and how much was paid. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, Harvey Gilliland.

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  Receipt, Bennett and Anderson Attorneys-at-Law to E. L. Ray, March 17, 1930

  This receipt documents the payment and release of a loan by R. H. Andrews through Bennett and Anderson Attorneys-At-Law to E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate on March 17, 1930.

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  Receipt, City of Roswell Pring Bond, September 29, 1930

  This receipt documents the payout of a City of Roswell bond number twenty-two at the amount of five hundred dollars. The bond was credited on September 29, 1930.

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  Receipt, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, June 2, 1930

  This receipt acknowledges that Maria R. Dodd received the money sent to her from E. L. Ray, executor of the estate, collected for her deceased husband, W. W. Dodd's, estate.

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  Survey and Diagram of Property, undated

  This undated land survey and diagram describes the property that backs up to property owned by B. F. Ray.

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  Telegraph, from Dud Sneed to Emmett L. Ray, April 5, 1934

  In this Western Union telegram Dud Sneed writes from Covington, Louisiana to Emmett L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi to let him know of the altered plans for their deceased friend's cremation.

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  Western Union Telegram, R. H. Andrews to E. L. Ray, March 6, 1930

  This Western Union telegram, dated March 6, 1930, was sent to E. L Ray from R.H. Andrews who asked for a discount on the payment on the Utely Vendor lien Notes.

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  Letter, Frank E. Bennett to E. L. Ray, March 7, 1930

  Frank E. Bennett

  In this letter, dated March 7, 1930, Fred E. Bennett of the Bennett and Anderson Law Office writes to E. L. Ray, the executor of the W. W. Dodd estate to request that Ray sign a lien and deed of trust release for the notes executed by the Utley's on the property they have since sold to Mr. R. H. Andrews. The letter provides further instructions and requests that the matter be handled as soon as possible. The letter is typed on Bennett and Anderson letterhead.

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  Robert B. Ray, M. D. Letterhead, undated

  Robert B. Ray

  This blank sheet of letterhead for Robert. B. Ray, M. D.'s office includes the office phone number and the location, Kosciusko, Mississippi beneath Dr. Ray's name.

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  Letter, from Harry P. Sneed to Emmett Ray, April 9, 1930

  Harry P. Sneed

  In this typed letter attorney, Harry P. Sneed, in New Orleans, Louisiana writes to Emmett Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi to update him on a contract between Bolivia Gold etc., Co and an operating company. He goes on to explain the process and what the business contract will provide by way of mining the land in the contract and what it will mean for the company's stock holders. Handwritten details are along the bottom and the right edge. The letter is typed on Harry P. Sneed Attorney at Law letterhead.

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  Letter, from Miriam Ray to Annie Webb Ray, Undated

  Miriam Boyd Webb

  In this handwritten letter, Miriam Ray writes from Santa Rosa, California to her mother-in-law, Annie Webb Ray to tell her about the illnesses in the family. Miriam describes her daughter Elizabeth's undiagnosed illness and what all is being done to discover what it is and how to treat it. She goes on to describe Elizabeth's stay in a hospital in San Francisco.

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  Partial Letter, from Miriam Ray to Annie Webb Ray, Undated

  Miriam Boyd Webb

  In this handwritten partial letter, Miriam Ray writes from Santa Rosa, California to her mother-in-law, Annie Webb Ray to update her on Miriam's daughter Elizabeth's illness. She tells her they still don't have any definitive answers or diagnosis and describes all that's been done thus far. She goes on to describe their plans on building a house and includes a hand-drawn diagram of the floorplan.

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  Letter, from Wess to Emmett L. Ray, February 3, 1930

  Wess

  In this typed letter, Wess writes from Cuba to Emmett L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi in response to a letter he'd received. He informs Emmett that he'd been sick for the past several days and describes the ineffectual nature of the doctors in Cuba. He goes on to invite Emmett and Annie to come to Havana for their vacation and jests that he'd enjoy seeing Annie enjoying the casinos and other entertainments to be found there. He interjects some slight details about the mills the company owns and the sugar prices affecting the plantations. The letter is written on Campania Azucarera Antilla, S.A. stationary.

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  Bank Draft, Hidalgo County Bank and Trust Co., August 29, 1929

  This bank draft documents the money sent to Kosciusko Bank for the R. E. Utley note.

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  Deed of Trust, W. E. Burchield to Merchants and Farmers Bank, Kosciusko, Miss., April 13, 1929

  In this deed of trust, dated April 13, 1929, the loan agreement between W. E. Burchfield and Merchants and Farmers Bank of Kosciusko for twenty-two dollars and fourteen cents is described with collateral and other terms listed. The deed is notarized and perforations along the document mark the loan as paid.

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  Funeral Notice, Jack Hardy Ray, March 4, 1929

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Jack Hardy Ray Of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 4, 1929 with Doctors Cinnamond, Groves, and Neblett officiating.

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  Funeral Notice, Mr. S. J. Whyte, June 27, 1929

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. S. J. Whyte of Kosciusko, Mississippi on June 27, 1929 with Dr. C. O. Groves officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.

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  Funeral Notice, Mr. W. P. Rigby, January 28, 1929

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. W. P. Rigby of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 28, 1929 with Reverend A. T. Cinnamond officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.

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  Newspaper Clipping, Jack hardy Ray Obituary and Advertisement, March 3, 1929

  This obituary describes the events leading up to the death of Jack Hardy Ray, a young man described by the writer as a "noble boy" and a "deeply religious boy." Jack Hardy Ray was the twenty-year-old son of Emmett L. and Annie H. Webb Ray of Kosciusko, Mississippi who completed suicide though the obituary describes him as having been in "poor health" due to a "nervous condition" and his mind "fled its thrown." The obituary is partially torn, and missing small sections. Advertisements for a clothing store named The Jackson Co." is to the right of the obituary.

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  Newspaper Clipping, Jack hardy Ray Obituary, March 3, 1929

  This obituary describes the events leading up to the death of Jack Hardy Ray, a young man described by the writer as a "noble boy" and a "deeply religious boy." Jack Hardy Ray was the twenty-year-old son of Emmett L. and Annie H. Webb Ray of Kosciusko, Mississippi who completed suicide though the obituary describes him as having been in "poor health" due to a "nervous condition" and his mind "fled its thrown."

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  Newspaper Clipping, Webb Family Reunion, 1929

  This article briefly describes the Webb family reunion hosted by Jack Boyd Webb and attended by his siblings. In attendance were as follows: Mrs. Evelyn Dodd, Mrs. Ruth Moore, Robert J. Webb, Mrs. Ruby Carrol, Carlisle Webb, C. M. Webb, C. B. Caskey, and A. L. [Arthur Leighton] Webb. The year is an estimate based on A. L. Webb's age (63) at the time.

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  Promissory Note, L. A. Brenst to E. L. Ray, December 21, 1929

  In this promissory note, dated December 21, 1929, L. A. Brenst promises to pay E. L. Ray twelve dollars by January 21, 1930 at eight percent interest.

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  Promissory Note, W. E. Burchfield to Merchants and Farmers Bank, January 7, 1929

  In this promissory note to Merchants and Farmers Bank, dated January 7, 1929, W. E. Burchfield promises to pay sixteen dollars and thirty cents by November 1, 1929 at ten percent interest. Perforations in the center of the note designate the note as being paid. The original amount of seventy -two dollars and ninety cents is marked through and a handwritten, illegible note is written across the center of the note.

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  Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to W. W. Dodd Estate, January 23, 1929

  This property tax receipt, dated January 23, 1929, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1928 fiscal year for property owned by the W. W. Dodd Estate. The receipt describes the property and how much was paid. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, Harvey Gilliland.

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  Receipt, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, October 3, 1929

  This receipt, dated October 3, 1929 documents that Maria R. Dodd received a New York bank draft from E. L. Ray as the executor of the W. W. Dodd estate.

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  Rent Note, L. C. Cross to E. L. Ray, April 11, 1929

  In this rental note, dated April 11, 1929, L. C. Cross promises to pay E. L. Ray, the executor of the W. W. Dodd estate, twenty-five dollars for the year, 1929 to rent a section of land owned by the W.W. Dodd estate. Cross agrees to pay the twenty-five dollars by December 15, 1929. The note is written on Kosciusko Bank letterhead.

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  Statement of W. W. Dodd Estate, March 10, 1928

  This statement documents the accounting of the W. W. Dodd estate by the estate executor, E. L. Ray from August 1924 through December 1927. The statement is signed by E. L. Ray and C. E. Morgan, the estate attorney. A handwritten note states that the original statement was mailed to Maria R. Dodd on March 10, 1928.

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  Letter, from Wess to Annie and Emmett Ray, March 14, 1929

  Wess

  In this typed letter, Wess writes from Cuba to Annie and Emmett Ray to express his sympathy over the death of their son, Jack Hardy Ray and offers words of comfort and encouragement. The letter is written on Campania Azucarera Antilla, S.A. stationary.

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  Bill, Herbert's Pharmacies, Inc to Miss D. Bent, June 30, 1928

  In this bill, Herbert's Pharmacies, Inc., in New Orleans, Louisiana shows charges made by Miss D. Bent on May 31 and June 19 for a total balance of three dollars and seventy cents.

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  Collateral Security Letter, E. L. Ray to Kosciusko Bank, March 27, 1928

  This letter, dated March 27, 1928, expresses the intent of E. L. Ray to pledge collateral to secure the deed of trust initiated by D. C. Atwood and his wife to Kosciusko Bank. The letter details the collateral offered with the provisions made. The letter signed by E. L. Ray and Kosciusko Bank president, F. Z. Jackson.

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  Debt Owed E. L. Ray from D. C. Atwood, 1929-1931

  This document accounts for the debt owed by D. C. Atwood to E. L. Ray from October 22, 1928 to October 26, 1931, including a deed of trust dated May 8, 1930.

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  Deed of Trust, W. E. Burchield to Merchants and Farmers Bank, Kosciusko, Miss., November 7, 1928

  In this deed of trust, dated November 7, 1928, the loan and collateral agreement terms between W. E. Burchfield and Merchants and Farmers Bank in Kosciusko, Mississippi are described. The loan in the amount of eighty-three dollars and seventy cents are due to be paid on November 1, 1929 with eight percent interest after.

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  Expense Sheet, undated

  This list of expenses tracks items purchased and what was paid. The page lists amounts owed and a note with instructions further purchases and orders.

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  Funeral Notice, J. A. Niles, June 16, 1928

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of J. A. Niles of Kosciusko, Mississippi on June 16, 1928 with Dr. C. O. Groves and Reverend R. P. Neblett officiating.

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  Funeral Notice, Mr. J. W. Joplin, October 27, 1928

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. J. W. Joplin of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 27, 1928 with Reverend A. T. Cinnamond officiating.

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  Funeral Notice, Mrs. Jennie Niles Brown, October 20, 1928

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Jennie Niles Brown of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 20, 1928.

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  Funeral Notice, Samuel Lapsley Dodd, January 4, 1928

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Samuel Lapsley Dodd of Kosciusko, Mississippi with Dr. C. O. Groves and Dr. A. T. Cinnamond officiating.

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  Funeral Notice, S. H. Atkinson, April 27, 1928

  This funeral notice announces the funeral services of S. H. Atkinson of Kosciusko, Mississippi on April 27, 1928. The pall bearers and honorary pall bearers are listed.

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  Newspaper Clipping, C.C. Boyd Obituary, January 21, 1928

  This article shares the obituary of C. C. Boyd, a Confederate veteran who was wounded and captured at Gettysburg. The obituary shares some brief biographical notes about Boyd and names surviving relatives.

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  Newspaper Clipping, Death Notice for Dr. B. E. Burchfield, April20, 1928

  This article notifies the readers of the death of a Ruleville doctor, Dr. B.E. Burchfield who died in Greenville, Mississippi. The notice provides details of Burchfield's life and accomplishments. The clipping of the article is incomplete.

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  Promissory Note, W. E. Burchfield to Merchants and Farmers Bank, November 7, 1928

  In this promissory note to Merchants and Farmers Bank, dated November 7, 1928, W. E. Burchfield promises to pay eighty-three dollars and seventy cents by November 1, 1929 at ten percent interest. Perforations in the center of the note designate the note as being paid.

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  Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi, to Mrs. F. C. Sneed Estate, March 7, 1929

  This property tax receipt, dated March 7, 1928, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1928 fiscal year for property owned by the Mrs. F. C. Sneed Estate. The receipt describes the property and how much was paid. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, E. L. Ray.

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  Property Tax Receipt, Kosciusko, Mississippi Tax Collector's Office to E. L. Ray, January 14, 1928

  This property tax receipt, dated January 14, 1928, documents the payment of property taxes made to the city of Kosciusko for the 1927 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. Ray. The receipt documents the property, the amount paid and a partial allocation. The receipt is signed by J. W. Fletcher, city tax collector.

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  Receipt, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, December 1928

  This receipt, dated December 1928, documents Maria R. Dodd's receipt of two hundred and fifty dollars from E. L. Ray on behalf of her deceased husband, W. W. Dodd's estate from the sale of timber on land owned by the estate in Attala County, Mississippi.

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  Scrap paper, undated

  An address for M. S. Beyt in Riverside, Illinois in care of Universal Oil Products Co. is written on this torn scrap of paper. "Personal" is written to the right of the address and another address for an unidentified person is written below.

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  Warranty Deed, Ozerna Plyler and Cora Burchfield to E. L. Ray, February 23, 1928

  This deed, dated February 23, 1928, describes the sale and conveyance of lands in Attala County, Mississippi to E. L. Ray by his siblings, Ozerna Plyler and Cora Burchfield upon the death of their father, B. F. Ray at a cost of three hundred and twenty-eight dollars to each sibling. The deed is certified by two notary publics--one each for Plyler and Burchfield.

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  Letter, Fred E. Bennett to E. L. Ray, September 11, 1928

  Frank E. Bennett

  In this letter, dated September 11, 1928, Fred E. Bennett of Bennett and Anderson, Attorneys at Law writes to E. L. Ray, the administrator of the W. W. Dodd estate to inform him that the Utleys are selling the lot they had purchased from W. W. Dodd and are transferring the note to the new owner. The letter goes on to describe the outstanding note and request immediate response.

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  Letter, Margaret Ray Buchanan to Denise Beyt Ray, April 24, 1928

  Margaret Ray Buchanan

  In this handwritten letter, dated April 24, 1928, Margaret Ray (Buchanan) writes to her brother Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her about Robert's car and the weekend she spent at a plantation near Tchula, Mississippi for a young friend's birthday. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.

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  Letter, Maria R. Dodds to E. L. Ray, December 15, 1928

  Maria R. Dodd

  In this letter, dated December 15, 1928, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Ray to thank him for the New York draft he sent her and informs him that she is enclosing a receipt for it. She goes on to thank him profusely for all of his help in handling her financial business for the estate of her deceased husband, W. W. Dodd. The letter is written on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary and an envelope is included with a Servica, Ambulante postmark

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  Letter, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, October 15, 1928

  Maria R. Dodd

  In this letter, dated October 15, 1928, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Dodd to request he send her a New York draft and in the amount of the check she's enclosing. She goes on to say she may accept his invitation to come visit him and his family. The letter is written on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary.

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  Letter, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, September 22, 1928

  Maria R. Dodd

  In this letter, dated September 22, 1928, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Ray to inform him that she is returning a check and a receipt to him. She continues by asking the severe weather in the U.S. that she's read about and goes on to ask after his crops and his family. The letter is written on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary. A handwritten receipt is included acknowledging the five hundred and forty-four dollars and sixty-five cents Ray had sent her from her deceased husband, W. W. Dodd's estate.

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  Letter, Maria R. Dodd to J. H. Cain, February 29, 1928

  Maria R. Dodd

  In this letter, dated February 29, 1928, Maria R. Dodd writes to J. H. Cain to request that he sell her last two bonds so that she can complete her building. She goes on to ask after his family and his health.

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  Envelope, Billy Eddins to Denise Beyt

  Billy Eddins

  This envelope is addressed to Denise Beyt in New Orleans, Louisiana with a return address for Billy Eddins in Slidell, Louisiana. The Slidell postmark is dated June with an illegible date and year. A red, two cent George Washington postage stamp is to the left of the postmark in the upper right of envelope.

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  Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, April 19, 1928

  Annie Webb Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated April 19, 1928, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son' Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to thank her for the candy she sent and how she is glad for the invitation to come and visit. She goes on to tell Denise about the unexpected death of a close family friend and how grieved they are, especially Robert and his father, Emmett.

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  Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, August 22, 1928

  Annie Webb Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated August 22, 1928, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her how much they miss her and wish they could keep her with them. She updates her on the couple that Denise and Robert helped while she was there as well as updates her on what the Ray family has been up to. An envelope with a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp and a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark is included with the letter.

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  Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, August 31, 1928

  Annie Webb Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated August 31, 1928, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son's Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to updated her on what the family is up to, Robert's work and the towels and napkins she's been working on. An envelope with a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp and a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark is included with the letter.

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  Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, June 17, 1928

  Annie Webb Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated June 17, 1928, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son, Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her she misses her and states that it's "rather inconvenient to be poor folks". She updated Denise on what various family members have been doing. She tells her how blue she gets watching Robert struggle to build his practice and tells her about a possible opportunity for Robert and what her hopes are for it. An envelope with a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp and a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark is included with the letter.

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  Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 30, 1928

  Annie Webb Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated May 30, 1928, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son, Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to let her know that she is aware that Robert needs something he did not get enough of when he was younger (implying he needed more discipline) and apologizes for Denise having to be troubled by him though she encourages her that Robert does love her even if he is hateful. She goes on to invite Denise to come visit when she is off duty. An envelop with two, green, one cent Benjamin Franklin stamps and Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark is included.

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  Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 7, 1928

  Annie Webb Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated May 7, 1928, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son, Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her they miss her very much. She goes on to share news of people who wish they had seen Denise while she was visiting and shares how much everyone seems to love her. She goes on to share that Robert is down with a bad cold and unable to write to her. She concludes by sharing news and updates on family and friends.

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  Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, September 21, 1928

  Annie Webb Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated September 21,1928, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son Robert's fiancé, Denise Beyt Ray to offer her thoughts on a job prospect Robert has been offered away from home. She offers some solutions and advice and writes that she hopes they can all meet up in person to discuss the situation and perhaps have Denise and Robert married before he leaves. She goes on to update her on other family news. An envelope with a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp and a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark is included with the letter.

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  Letter, Denise Beyt Ray to Robert B. Ray, 1928

  Denise Beyt Ray

  In this handwritten and undated letter, Denise Beyt (Ray) writes to her fiancé, Robert B. Ray to let him know that she ordered the stethoscope he requested but is afraid it may not be the right kind. She goes on to tell him what she's been doing, who she's seen, and what some future plans are.

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  Letter, Denise Beyt Ray to Robert B. Ray, September 20, 1928

  Denise Beyt Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked September 20, 1928, Denise Beyt (Ray) writes to her fiancé, Robert B. Ray, addressing him as Burris. She tells him how lonesome she is and how she has the blues due to moving. The letter is written on Touro Infirmary stationary and an envelope with a red, two cent air mail stamp and a New Orleans, Louisiana postmark.

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  Letter, Miriam Jackson Ray to Anna (Annie) Webb Ray, March10, 1928

  Miriam Jackson Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated March 10, 1928, Miriam Jackson Ray , Leighton W. Ray's wife, writes to her mother-in-law, Anna (Annie) Webb Ray to tell her where in California they've been and where they are considering settling. She goes on to describe the hardships of the travel there and her thoughts on the town of Eureka. She shares a story about the money they made providing medical care while in Eureka and also shares how much Leighton is enjoying his two new suits. The letter is written on Hotel California stationary that includes an image of the 12 story hotel on the upper left corner of the paper. A Hotel California envelope with a San Francisco, California postmark and two, green, one cent postage stamps is included.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray describes how much he and his family miss her after her most recent visit. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray describes a job offer from the East Mississippi Insane Asylum in Meridian, Mississippi and the pros and cons of taking it. He goes on to discuss how accepting the offer would affect their marriage plans. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, April 13, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. He expresses how busy he has been and how much he hated to leave when he visited previously. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked April 13, 1928 and includes a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, April 24, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray shares a story about his participation in his cousin's experience at the Greenville hospital and subsequent death by way of explanation of why he had not written to her recently. He goes on to express the wishes of his cousin's medical practice to have Ray move there to take it over and his consideration of doing so. The letter ends with his assurances that he loves her and wishes to see her. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked April 24, 1928 and includes a blue special delivery postage stamp and a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, April 25, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray begins the letter with assuring Beyt that he loves her and appears to be angry that she assumed he had been cheating on her. He tells her to let him know if she still loves him and if she doesn't they will both move on. The letter ends with Ray asking her opinion on whether or not he should accept a job offer in Ruleville, Mississippi or stay in Kosciusko. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked April 25, 1928 and includes a blue special delivery postage stamp and a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, April 4, 1929

  Robert B. Ray

  In these two handwritten letters, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray expresses his desire to talk with her and explains how busy he's been with the medical practice. In the second letter he advises her on whether or not she should "go off duty" from her current patient. The letters are written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked April 4, 1928 and includes a red two cent George Washington postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, August 1, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray discusses the possible rent on the office he's interested in and the possibility of moving to the Rio Grande to practice. He goes on to tell her that he does not feel she loves him as much as he loves her and tells her to do as she pleases but to just let him know if she is done with him. He expresses his frustration with her reluctance to come visit him and her plans to be away until September. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked August 1, 1928 and includes two green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, August 23, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray tells her how much he's missed her and informs her about the health of some family friends and his practice partner. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked August 23, 1928 and includes a blue, ten cent special delivery postage stamp and two green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, August 29, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray discusses how sick he's been and how busy work has been. He goes on to express his happiness in receiving her frequent letters. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked August 29, 1928 and includes a blue, ten cent special delivery postage stamp and two green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, August 6, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray expresses his desire for her to come visit him as soon as she can and discusses how busy his medical practice was that day. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked August 6, 1928 and includes a blue, ten cent Special Delivery postage stamp and two green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, July 14, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray expresses his anger at her attitude toward him while he was visiting in New Orleans and expresses to her that if she no longer wishes to marry him to tell him and he will never bother her again. He goes on to threaten violence. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked July 14, 1928 and includes six red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, July 16, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray discusses his thoughts on where his medical practice might move to and why he needs a new place. He goes on to describe a letter he wrote to a friend and a potential visit to the friend. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked July 16, 1928 and includes two green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, July 18, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray tells her of a child who had drowned in the bathtub an how sad it was. He goes on to tell her he wants her to come up to visit but that he will not return to New Orleans until she changes the way she behaves when he is there. He ends the letter asking after a pain she's been having and encourages her to take it seriously. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked July 14, 1928 and includes two green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, June 17, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray describes the death of one patient and the condition of another that may require a full time nurse. He goes on to tell her how much everyone in Kosciusko loves her and how he can't wait until they are together all the time. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked June 17, 1928 and includes six red, two cent George Washington postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, June 18, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray fusses at her for not calling him the night before and expresses that she must not do it so again. He goes on to tell her that a man in town is considering hiring a nurse for his wife and Ray tells her to let him know what she would charge so that she could come up for several months. He concludes with information about an article that was written on a surgery he participated on. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked June 18, 1928 and includes a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 10, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray expresses how sick he has been and how he hopes to be able to regular correspondence with her soon. He goes on to reassure her that he loves her and how much he enjoyed her recent visit to Kosciusko. He ends the letter by explaining how he has to send some money to a relative and expressing his hope that her family approved of her visit to him. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 10, 1928 and includes a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 1, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray expresses his disappointment that her previous letter indicated that she does not believe that he loves her as much as he says and describes his hope to marry her once he was financially stable. He goes on to tell her to let him know if that is not what she wants and they will end things. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 1, 1928 and includes six red, two cent George Washington postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 15, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In these two handwritten letters, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray discusses how he loves talking to her, how much easier running his practice would be if she were with him permanently. He tells her about how he wished he could go fishing and how dull his day had been. He goes on to describe how he wished he could be with her and encourages her to work as much as possible and save money. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 15, 1928 and includes a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 17, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray discusses that he had only made one call and had to refuse an abortion. He goes onto discuss a potential trip to Texas with his dad and how he wishes to go. He concludes the letter with news from some family friends and how much they like her. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 17, 1928 and includes a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 20, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray tells her how much he enjoyed talking with her on the phone and expresses how anxious he is to see her again. He goes on to describe some of the patients he's had and how there is talk of starting a hospital in Kosciusko. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 20, 1928 and includes a blue special delivery postage stamp and a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 23, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray describes how much he misses her and tells her of his plans to come and visit at the first opportunity. He goes on to discuss his lack of work at the practice and how he hopes to collect payment soon. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 24, 1928 and includes a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 25, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray discusses some operations that happened in New Orleans and expresses to Beyt how glad he was that she wasn't in need of such. He goes on to describe a recent fishing trip and concludes with how much the people in town adore her. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 25, 1928 and includes a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May 30, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray apologizes for an unnamed offence and asks her not to fuss at him about it and goes on to encourage her to end things if she feels she must. He ends the letter by telling her he loves her and asks her what she wants to do. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May 30, 1928 and includes six red, two cent George Washington postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, September 18, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray shares about some of the patients he's had, discusses a new job offer, and informs her that they will marry soon. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked September 18 , 1928 and includes two one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, September 2, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray complains that she has not called him two days and was not home to receive his call. He goes on to discuss a couple of medical cases he is working on. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked September 2 , 1928 and includes twelve one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, September 5, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray expresses his concern for her health and expresses how much he wishes he could see her. He goes on to discuss the health of friend and the dire circumstances of his finances. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked September 5 , 1928 and includes two one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, September 7, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray speaks of his doctor friend's trip to the coast and extended absence. He goes on to inform her that she will need to come visit him in a couple of weeks as he can't get away to go to New Orleans. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked September 7 , 1928 and includes two one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, September 8, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ray tells her how much he misses her and informs her that they will need to work out how to see each other soon. He goes on to update her on his family news. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked September 8 , 1928 and includes five, red two cent George Washington postage stamps and two one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamps.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, April 1, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked April 1, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé Denise Beyt (Ray) to describe all the traveling he's done for work. He tells her how much he misses her and his plans for coming to New Orleans to see her and find out if she still loves him as much. An envelope with a Kosciusko postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 16, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, dated March 16, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to let her know he made it back home safely. He tells her his dad's idea of perhaps moving to California and his reluctance to go help him scope it out. He concludes by telling her how much he misses her and hopes to be able to see her again at Easter. He signs the letter Burris, his middle name. The letter is written on Harvey Gilliland Sheriff and tax collector stationary and includes an envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a special delivery postage stamp and a red, two cent postage stamp.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 18, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 18, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her he enjoyed talking to her the night before and how he misses her more and more. He tells her he hopes to be able to visit by Easter or soon after. He explains his plans on getting a car, tells her about the cold and snowy weather, speculates about his options on where to practice medicine and tells her his brother Leighton's decision to start a practice in Santa Rosa, California. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 19, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 19, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her how much he enjoys talking to her and wishes he could call her more often. He assures her he loves her and only her and emphasizes that he trusts her to keep her word while they are apart. He goes on to talk of Dr. Lapsley's offer for Robert to use his office while working toward opening his own practice and goes on to describe the flights he and Dr. Lapsley have gone on since Lapsley bought an airplane. An envelop with a Jackson, Mississippi postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 22, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 22, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Bety (Ray) in response to a letter he received from her. He remarks on her use of alcohol and responds by saying he's never indulged and never plans to. He goes on let her know that he was sent the wrong instrument and would like the correct one and also requests some other medical supplies. He talks of Dr. Lapsley's flying lessons and how Robert will be filling in for him at the practice while Dr. Lapsley is away for his lessons. He discusses how much more blue than her when they're apart. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and two, green postage stamps is included.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 24, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 24, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to say how sad he is when he doesn't get a letter from her and asks her to write as often as possible. He goes on to tell her when he will call her next and tells her she better not be out with anyone when he calls or as much as he loves her, he would "quit" her for good. He goes on to talk about what he needs to get started working, He talks about their future and sends messages to her family. In an addition to the letter, he complains that their phone call that evening left him feeling as though she had not wanted to speak with him and tells her when next he calls he expects a more enthusiastic response. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 27, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 27, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to apologize for getting her birthday candy mailed so late, explaining that the had lost track of time. He passes on a message from his mother and then explains that he has been busy with patients. He then addresses their previous phone call and says he's glad she no longer feels cold toward him and that she now owes him two calls. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.

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  Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 28, 1928

  Robert B. Ray

  In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 28, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to express his pleasure at having receive so many letters from her recently and how he wished she would write him one every day. He updates her on Dr. Lapsley's health and how his wife worries about him since he bought an airplane. He asks after her health, speculates on whether his parents will move to California, and confesses that he does not think his brother Emmett will stick with the medical program at the University of Mississippi. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.