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Letter from Julius Barr to his parents, July 17, 1938. Discusses Hortense's return to the United States, his continued work in China, and the family trip to Sydney (Australia). The photographs mentioned were not included in the letter. One typed page…

Letter from Julius Barr to his parents, May 26, 1938. Discusses the family's trip from Sydney (Australia) to Hong Kong, his experiences in Bali (Indonesia), and his plans upon returning to China. The letter also mentions two photographs, which were…

Letter from Julius Barr to his parents, November 20, 1938. Discusses his return trip to the United States, his new job at the Boeing Aircraft Company, and settling in to his new life. One typed page.

Letter from Julius Barr to his parents, November 26, 1936. Discusses his work managing an airport, the current political upheaval in China, Zhang Xueliang's decision to relocate the headquarters from Sian (Xi'an), and his flights in the Boeing Model…

Letter from Julius Barr to his parents, September 21, 1938. Discusses Japanese aggressions in China, his lack of work, and the uncertainty of the current situation. One typed page.

Letter from Pearl S. Buck to Mr. and Mrs. Barr (Julius A. Barr's parents), March 11, 1941. Solicits membership in the China Relief Legion. One typed page

Postcard of Cheyenne Transcontinental Airport, Wyoming, circa 1920s-1930s. An arrow in blue ink indicates a Boeing office building, as noted on the verso by Julius A. Barr.Inscription on verso: "One of Boeing's office buildings. Have a large 2 story…

Telegram from Julius Barr to his parents, December 25, 1937. Sends holiday greetings. One page and envelope.

Envelope labeled, "Julius's valuable letters / Save," circa 1930s. The envelope is empty.