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  Certification, Visiting Aviator, Lt. James A. Matthews, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1926

  Certification for Visiting Aviator, Lt. James A. Matthews, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1926. A small map of Little Rock Airport and Little Rock, Arkansas is on the back.

  "This Certifies That Lt. James A. Matthews is entitled to all the privileges of a Visiting Aviator, Little Rock, Arkansas, C. F. Holland, Manager of Chamber of Commerce".

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  Letter, A. T. Cassell, Montgomery, Alabama, to "Whom It May Concern", 1918 September 7

  Letter of recommendation from A. T. Cassell, Officer in Charge of Construction, Aviation Repair Depot No. 3, Montgomery, Alabama, to "Whom It May Concern", 1918 September 7.

  "Mr. Matthews has acted in the capacity of Chief Field Auditor, for the Government forces, at this Field since the starting of construction work. For the past two months he has also acted in the same capacity on the completion of construction work at Taylor Field. Due to a lack of organization on the Contractor's part Mr. Matthews' work has been of a most exacting and difficult nature. His ability and the constant attention he has given to his work, at this Field, and the results which he has obtained have shown him to be the most invaluable man for any similar position. This office takes great pleasure in recommending Mr. Matthews and wishing him success in any position which he may be called on to fill".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, C. G. Frost, Camp Stuart, Newport News, Virginia, to Colonel Charles Neville, Washington, D. C., 1918 September 6

  Letter of recommendation from C. G. Frost, Camp Stuart, Newport News, Virginia, Office Constructing Quartermaster, to Colonel Charles Neville, "In Charge of Accounting Branch", Construction Division, Washington, D. C., 1918 September 6.

  "I have not known Mr. Matthews very long but had occasion to see his work at Montgomery on the above mentioned construction projects, and believe him to be most energetic and competent. These two projects are about completed and Mr. Matthews wants to get into the Construction Division. I believe he would prove to be a mighty good man in this line".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, C. M. Knight, Taylor Field, Alabama, to President, Aviation Examining Board, Atlanta, Georgia, 1918 October 25

  Letter of recommendation from C. M. Knight, 1st. Lieut., Officer in Charge of Construction, Taylor Field, Alabama, to President, Aviation Examining Board, Atlanta, Georgia, 1918 October 25.

  "The bearer, Mr. J. A. Matthews Jr., has been Chief Field Auditor at this Field and at the Engine & Plane Repair Depot, for the past four (4) months, and has shown marked ability in winding up affairs at both Fields. This office takes pleasure in attesting to his tact, reliability and strong purpose which seems to be back of any work which he does".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, D. A. Frayser to "Whom It May Concern", Memphis, Tennessee, 1924 July 14

  Letter of recommendation from D. A. Frayser of Frayser & Richards, Attorneys at Law, Memphis, Tennessee to "Whom It May Concern", 1914 July 24.

  "I take much pleasure in recommending my young friend, James Matthews, Jr., … my acquaintance with him has extended over his entire lifetime, and has been close and intimate. I can vouch for his high moral character, his business efficiency and his deserved popularity among a wide circle of friends".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, F. A. Byington, Washington, D. C., to Jimmie, Washington, D. C., 1918 July 17

  Letter from F. A. Byington, Washington, D. C., to Jimmie, Washington, D. C., 1918 July 17.

  "Now another thing confidential - I understand you have been turned down on an increase in salary. Just take a little tip and when you have been in this game just six months to a day write and make a request for your advance. Do it yourself personally, don't suggest Cong. Fisher or anyone else to follow it up and I am quite sure you will succeed. You have done me a credit by making good, which is admitted, and I want to see you get what you deserve; and any help I can give you will be a pleasure".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, from soldier J. Earl[e] Patterson to James A. Matthews, Montgomery, Alabama, 1918 October 12

  Letter from soldier J. Earl[e] Patterson, possibly sent from Active Service with the American Expeditionary Forces in France, to James A. Matthews, c/o Alexander Construction Co., Montgomery, Alabama, 1918 October 12.

  The letter mentions Patterson's experience at “The Battle of the Argonne Forest” in France during 1918 September and October.

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  Letter, J. A. Matthews, Jr., Taylor Field, Alabama, to Office of Director of Military Aeronautics, Washington, D.C., 1918 December 3

  Letter of correspondence from J. A. Matthews, Jr., Chief Field Auditor, Engine and Plane Repair Depot, Taylor Field, Alabama, to Office of Director of Military Aeronautics, Supply Section, Finance Branch, Washington, D.C., 1918 December 3.

  "Lieut. Cassell and myself have held several conferences regarding the matter, and he is very desirous that I be in Washington at the time final settlement is made. If I can secure leave of absence beginning on the 10th, said leave continuing in effect until such time as Lieut. Cassell calls me back to Montgomery, it will be my pleasure to again report for duty to go to Washington for the closing of the two contracts in which the James Alexander Construction Co. is interested. On the other hand, if leave of absence cannot be granted, it is respectfully requested that you accept my resignation, to take effect at once".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, Jas. A. Matthews to Hon. B. G. Humphreys, Washington, D. C., 1918 February 2

  Letter from Jas. A. Matthews, Greenville, Mississippi, to Hon. B. G. Humphreys, Washington, D. C., 1918 February 2.

  "This will serve as an introduction to my son, J. A. Matthews, Jr., who has been called to Washington by the Department, and from his letters I surmise he is a little lonesome, not being placed just where he thought he would be. It is recognized by either of the Banks of Memphis, as well as the jobbing houses, that he is truly an expert accountant. It was this Department that called him to Washington. This is not a 'chip off the old block' but an improvement. Any courtesies that you can show the 'kid' will be duly appreciated".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, Jno. S. Hampton, Memphis, Tennessee, to "Whom It May Concern", 1914 September 30

  Letter of recommendation from Jno. S. Hampton, Consulting Accountant and Auditor, Memphis, TN, to "Whom It May Concern", 1914 September 30.

  "I have known Mr. Jas. A. Matthews Jr. for a number of years, and consider him to be an efficient and promising young business man. I was intimately associated with him in office work for more than two years, and as an employer found him to be energetic, conscientious and capable, while as an associate he proved himself to be genial, considerate and of a cheerful disposition. He has advanced rapidly since his service with me, and I do not hesitate to recommend him for any position requiring business experience, reliability and executive capacity".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, Metz & Jay to J. A. Matthews, Jr., Memphis, Tennessee, 1914 July 20

  Letter of correspondence from Metz & Jay, Certified Public Accountants, Memphis, Tennessee to J. A. Matthews, Jr., Memphis, Tennessee, 1914 July 20.

  "We can say, without reservation, that we feel that you are qualified to fill any kind of a position in an office which requires speed and accuracy in figures, handling of credits, supervising office work or taking charge of any kind of set of books, and that any work entrusted to your care will be faithfully executed. If you have a chance to secure a better position you may refer to us at any time, and we will cheerfully tell any one what we think of your work".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, Miss Somers, Memphis, Tennessee, to James A. Matthews, Jr., Montgomery, Alabama, 1918 November 5

  Letter of correspondence from Miss Somers, E. F. Leathem & Company, Certified Public Accountants, Memphis, Tennessee, to James A. Matthews, Jr., Chief Field Auditor, Montgomery, Alabama, 1918 November 5.

  "Am very glad to know that you have gotten your commission and hope that you will have different kind of emblems on your shoulder straps when you resign from the army. John Leathem received his commission as a second a few days ago... Some day just set down and write us all a long letter telling everything that has happened in that part of the country".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Letter, Wm. P. Field, Atlanta, Georgia, to James A. Matthews, Jr., Memphis, Tennessee, 1918 October 31

  Letter from Wm. P. Field, Captain, War Department, Aviation Examining Board, Atlanta, Georgia, to James A. Matthews, Jr., Memphis, Tennessee, 1918 October 31.

  "You are hereby notified that the Aviation Examining Board of Atlanta, Georgia, before which you appeared at Atlanta, Ga. on October 29, 1918, has recommended that you be commissioned, non-flying status in the Division of Military Aeronautics."

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.

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  Newspaper clipping, "Bank Safeguarded by Private Audits", undated

  Newspaper clipping, "Bank Safeguarded by Private Audits, National Accountant Talks to Local Organization" from an unknown publication and undated.

  "He was introduced to the dinner by James A. Matthews of the local firm of certified public accountants bearing his name, who presided most gracefully as toastmaster. Mr. Matthews was most felicitous, indeed, in his introductions and embellished each with an apt story that kept the diners in good humor".

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  Newspaper clipping, "Expert Accountants", undated

  Newspaper clipping, "Expert Accountants, James A. Matthews & Co. Have Won Deserved Recognition" from an unknown publication and undated.

  "Prominent among accountants in this section is the firm of James A. Matthews & Co., located in the Randolph Building... Not only in Memphis, but throughout the tri-state territory have Matthews & Co. gained recognition in figuring overhead expenses to the minimum and handling other matters that fall to the lot of a general accountant...The reputation won by James A. Matthews & Co. since organization of the firm is well deserved, as attested to by the satisfaction given wherever they have been called into service".

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  Telegram, E. F. Leathem & Company, Memphis, Tennessee, to James Stewart & Company, Inc., New York, New York, 1917 December 27

  Telegram from E. F. Leathem & Company, Memphis, TN, to James Stewart & Company, Inc., New York, N. Y., 1917 December 27.

  "James Matthews one of our Senior accountants subject to draft has been rejected for aviation on account of eyesight. He is an experienced and first class accountant as well as a gentleman of education and refinement and would like to serve you in an accounting capacity at one of the cantonments you are constructing in France. Can you use him? Reply by wire our expense".

  The correspondence in this collection deals mainly with Mr. Matthews’ dealings as a civilian employee government auditor and efforts by himself and others close to him, to secure Matthews a commission as a government auditor.