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Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 10/4/1934? # 2
Lady Bird writes that she feels a little better after reading LBJ's most recent letter but "not much." She asks about LBJ's possible trip to Texas, says she would hate to see him lose a semester in law school, but if he is in Texas perhaps they can…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 10/5/1934
Lady Bird is disappointed she did not receive a letter today from LBJ. She took Isabel, Nig, Panky and Willy Floyd to the Fair and while they were there, she saw Somerset Maugham's Of Human Bondage. She tells LBJ the books arrived but not the…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 10/6/1934?
Lady Bird writes that she is thrilled LBJ is sending her a book about Nazism, and she evaluates the book, Roosevelt and His America by [Bernard] Fa
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 10/8/1934?
Lady Bird received two letters from LBJ today and says sending letters by special delivery makes no difference in the time of delivery. She comments on the clippings he sent, mentions the book she is reading, asks about the GE [General Electric] job…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 11/11/1934?
Lady Bird is seeing Aunts Ida and Ellen [in Montgomery] and then heading for Atlanta the next day to visit Aunt Effie. She discusses how LBJ's mother must feel about their plans to be married and says she would like to tell his mother of her love…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 11/12/1934
Lady Bird will soon leave [Montgomery] for Atlanta and hopes to depart Atlanta on Wednesday. She alludes to the resistance they are getting from their families about wedding plans but assures him "...everything's going to be alright about us, you…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 11/13/1934
Lady Bird writes from the Hotel Georgian Terrace in Atlanta about her visit with Aunt Effie who pleads with her to wait a few months to marry. She says that on her return trip, she hopes to stop in Montgomery to see her Uncle Claude about part of…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 11/8/1934 or 11/9/1934?
Lady Bird writes on stationery from the New Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans saying she showed her father her ring when she returned from Austin, and they talked. Her father and other family and friends think she should wait before marrying.
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/13/1934?
Lady Bird describes her activities at home, how much she misses LBJ, and how much she enjoys his letters. She says the cook commented on what "a fine looking young man" he is.
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/14/1934?
Lady Bird writes that she and Dorris [Powell] went to Shreveport for the day and that her Uncle Walter and Aunt Nettie came to supper. She can hear singing from the nearby Negro church and describes walks she would like to take with LBJ. She wants…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/17/1934?
Lady Bird comments that this time last week she and LBJ drove to Marshall and mentions that she is writing by candlelight because their "Delco" is "pfft." She describes finding and cleaning her mother's stone flower pots. She talks about LBJ's…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/18/1934?
Lady Bird is upset about the "bad, mean letter" she just received from LBJ. She writes that her father is thrilled at the possiblity the Bankhead Bill will be repealed. She asks LBJ if he has sent his mother pictures to replace the ones that LBJ…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/20/1934?
Lady Bird comments on LBJ's "lamb of a letter," and asks about his law school courses. She writes about how her work around the house is progressing, how she misses her friends in Austin and their good conversation. She mentions seeing the Dodge…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/21/1934?
Lady Bird writes about jobs she is doing around the house. She says she feels out of touch with what's happening in the world and comments on how LBJ is right in the middle of all the action. She expresses her love for LBJ and says "I'd rather see…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/22/1934?
Lady Bird thanks LBJ for the candy he sent her. She describes her plans for tomorrow: company is coming for dinner, then she will walk in the woods and play some of her mother's old records.
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/24/1934?
Lady Bird writes that it has been several days since she has received a letter from LBJ. She describes a visit with an elderly neighbor; asks LBJ to recommend books on economics, government, or current affairs; mentions she is getting pictures…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/26/1934?
Lady Bird writes that LBJ's letter yesterday "put me on the spot" and answers his questions about their relationship by saying she can't answer yet. She asks about apparent job offers to LBJ and asks about his law classes. She describes driving a…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/26/1934? # 2
Lady Bird comments on pamphlets LBJ sent her and on the letter from LBJ's mother to LBJ that he had enclosed with his letter to Lady Bird. Lady Bird describes finding treasures among her mother's books, cleaning house, and spending the evening with…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/27/1934?
Lady Bird expresses feelings of discontent and wanderlust. She mentions receiving the architect's sketches for renovations to the house and talks about books she has on her table. She asks LBJ to write her about the "Outside World" and about…
Letter, Lady Bird Taylor to Lyndon Johnson, 9/30/1934?
Lady Bird comments on her phone conversation with LBJ earlier in the day, describes her visit today with relatives, and thanks LBJ for sending books. She writes about the pictures she has enclosed and describes the busy week she has ahead,…
Postcard, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/4/1934
LBJ sends Lady Bird a picture postcard of the Hotel Occidental dining room and thanks her for the pictures she sent him that get kissed "almost a million times a day." He writes that he had lunch at the hotel and plans to take Lady Bird there when…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/10/1934
LBJ writes that he has the flu and wishes Lady Bird were there to nurse him.
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/11/1934
LBJ writes that he is still sick and if he isn't better by afternoon will call a doctor. He thanks Lady Bird for her letter and wire.
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/1/1934
LBJ writes that "he has just about lost his ambition" although their phone call last night "gave me new strength." He is discouraged by Lady Bird's indecision, says Maury Maverick has offered to lend them his house for a honeymoon. LBJ says he is…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/14/1934
LBJ expresses disappointment after his phone conversation with Lady Bird a day earlier. He says he wrote Lady Bird a long letter but decided not to mail it. He describes going out with friends despite still being sick and says Gene [Latimer] now…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/17/1934
LBJ tells Lady Bird he is very unhappy and says that he will be faced with challenges in a few days that will either result in cheer and happiness again or challenge whatever talents he may possess. If he may still write to her, she will see the…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/19/1934
LBJ comments on Lady Bird's letter to him describing her conversation with Victor [McCrea] while she was in Dallas. He also comments on letters from his mother and from "Mr. Dick" [Congressman Kleberg] and mentions again the letter he wrote Lady…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/20/1934
LBJ writes in response to Lady Bird's October 17 letter to him, reassuring her of his love for her. He discusses plans for their future together, including a possible new job. He descibes seeing the play Jayhawker and his plans to go dancing…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/21/1934
Again responding to Lady Bird's October 17 letter, LBJ repeats the question Lady Bird is "prone to repeat," "Must you have all or nothing?" LBJ answers the question, "yes." LBJ describes seeing Will Rogers in Judge Priest. LBJ says he received a…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/22/1934
LBJ describes a call from Senator [Alvin] Wirtz offering him employment in Austin, Texas. He had to say yes or no, and he said yes. He will let Lady Bird know details later.
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/23/1934
LBJ tells Lady Bird how wonderful he feels and how madly in love he is with her. He describes his other mail and asks her to write him about her Austin school days.
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor 10/2/1934
LBJ tells Lady Bird two friends came by to talk to him about her, notes he is being teased about being in love, says he has had an upset feeling since they talked on Sunday. LBJ writes that he might be coming to Corpus Christi if he doesn't get more…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/24/1934
LBJ thanks Lady Bird for her Friday letter and Sunday "Special" and says he was happy all day Tuesday. He tells her that he received a briefcase from Arthur Perry and Robert Jackson. He is going to see a play with Helen [Crouch] and take a drive on…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/26/1934
LBJ expresses his feelings about their continued relationship and tells Lady Bird about his mother's letter about her. He writes that the GE [General Electric] plans in New York are "out of the picture." He has caught another cold but will go to…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/27/1934
LBJ discusses employment in Austin, his possible transfer to the University of Texas law school, and his future finances. He knows he can't provide Lady Bird with the comforts to which she is accustomed. He describes his mother's recent letter,…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/3/1934
LBJ writes that he has not received mail for two days; he is sending Lady Bird a book on the National Capitol and a congressional cookbook; he also plans to send copies of the books to Gene [Boehringer] and Gene's mother. He tells Lady Bird he is…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/4/1934
LBJ describes his busy days. He is meeting with Mr. Adams at General Electric about future plans (a job offer for LBJ?). Friday, he will have dinner with Bill and Irene White. He says he is lonesome and acknowledges praise from Lady Bird's friend…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/5/1934
LBJ writes that he is getting behind on his "lessons." He tells Lady Bird the proofs should be ready in a week, and he is having Kodak pictures developed. He mentions a trip he and Welly [Hopkins] have planned to Mexico City during Christmas. The…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 10/8/1934
LBJ describes his dinner with Maury [Maverick], George Green, and Ralph Cameron. He comments on the sweetest letter Lady Bird has ever written, his mother's letter about choosing a wife, and a letter from "Mr. Dick" [Congressman Kleberg] saying he…
Letter, Lyndon Johnson to Lady Bird Taylor, 11/7/1934
LBJ writes from the Nueces Hotel in Corpus Christi and tells Lady Bird that he has been very busy since coming to Texas and mentions people he has seen and meetings attended. He briefly comments on plans for Thanksgiving.