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[Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement and Affidavit, American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-04-01]
Legal documents include Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement and Affidavit regarding the case, American Express vs. League of United Latin American Citizens. Documents are dated April 1, 1977.
[Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement and Affidavit, American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-04-01]
Legal documents: Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement and Affidavit, regarding the case American Express vs. LULAC. Documents are dated April 1, 1977, and are signed and submitted by John J. Herrera on behalf of League of United Latin American Citizens.
[Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement and Affidavit, American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-04-01]
Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement and Affidavit regarding American Express vs. League of United Latin American Citizens. Both documents are submitted and signed by John J. Herrera. The affidavit is signed by a notary public and dated April 1, 1977.
[Connally Newsletter, Number 16, October 1, 1962]
The Connally Newsletter issue number 16 lists a number of campaign news updates, requests for support, and talking points against the opposing Republican Party in general and Jack Cox in particular.
[Defendant's Amended Answer, Affidavit, Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement: American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-04-01]
Documents regarding American Express vs. League of United Latin American Citizens includes Defendant's Amended Answer, Affidavit, and Answer to Motion for Summary Judgement. Defendant's Amended Answer regarding is dated April 1, 1977, and signed by John J. Herrera.
[Defendant's Amended Answer, American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-04-01]
Legal document, Defendant's Amended Answer, regarding the case, American Express vs. LULAC. The document is dated April 1, 1977, and is signed and submitted by John J. Herrera on behalf of League of United Latin American Citizens.
[Defendant's Amended Answer, American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-04-01]
Legal document, Defendant's Amended Answer, regarding the case, American Express vs. LULAC. The document is dated April 1, 1977, and is signed and submitted by John J. Herrera on behalf of League of United Latin American Citizens.
Document No. 33682 Part 1499 - Commodities and Services, RMPR 165
Revised Maximum Price Regulation No. 165, dated July 1, 1944. This document covers the services covered by the Office of Price Administration, how the price structures are established and lists the penalties for violations or evasion. Includes a sample form.
[Draft of speech by John J. Herrera for the Installation LULAC Banquet - 1957-06-01]
Draft of a speech delivered by John J. Herrera at the Installation LULAC Banquet held at Mengle Hotel in San Antonio, Texas, on June 1, 1957.
Editor viewpoints: purpose of penal code: to reform
Editorial written by John J. Herrera suggesting that some of the systemic problems with the Harris County penal code be addressed. Using the issue of Harris County jail overcrowding to illustrate his point, Herrera recommends that the penal code be revised to better screen convicted criminals and expedite criminal cases to move offenders through the system more efficiently.
[Envelope from Douglas G. Gray to Ray A. Gano - 1976-12-01]
Internal Revenue Service envelope addressed to Ray A. Gano from Douglas G. Gray, postmarked December 1, 1976.
[Financial Statement for Felix H. Morales]
Financial Statement prepared for Felix H. Morales for September 1947. The statement lists Morales' assets as $40,194.27, total liabilities as $7,085 and net worth as $33,109.27.
[First Amended Plaintiff's Original Petition and Affidavit, American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-04-01]
Document contains First Amended Plaintiff's Original Petition and Affidavit regarding American Express vs. League of United Latin American Citizens.
[Forfeiture of Charter, League of United Latin American Citizens - September 1, 1965]
Document from the Secretary of State of Texas, dated September 1, 1965, revokes the exempt charter of the League of United Latin American Citizens for failure to file a required report. It orders that the corporation will be dissolved and conduct no more business in the state of Texas.
[Invitation from The All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee to a reception]
Invitation postcard from The All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee for a reception at the Rice Hotel Crystal Ballroom on Sunday November 1, 1964. The speakers will be Albert Thomas, from the Congressional 8th District and Dr. Edward D. Re, Chairman of the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission, Washington D.C. At the bottom of the card shows "L.B.J. for the U.S.A." Response card with envelope included.
[Invoice to Fred Rosales from Manuel G. Vela]
Invoice to Fred Rosales, Secretary, LULAC Council No. 60 from Manuel G. Vela, Treasurer, League of United Latin American Citizens dated June 1, 1946. This is a request for payment of outstanding membership fees, and advertisement fees. It has handwritten notes from John J. Herrera listing expenses and to indicate paid in full.
[Legal agreement of private donation received from Felix Tijerina to the League of United Latin American Citizens]
Legal agreement of private donation received from Felix Tijerina to the League of United Latin American Citizens to Sponsor a Road Show and Dance by Gonzalo Moya. This document was written to detail and elaborate on a monetary donation received from Felix Tijerina, Texas Regional Governor of the League of United Latin American Citizens, to organize and fund a Road Show and Dance for the purpose of raising funds for an Educational Program.
[Letter from Abraham Kazen to John J. Herrera - 1975-08-01]
Letter from Abraham Kazen, Jr. to John J. Herrera regarding difficulties in getting visas for his clients and about the Rodino bill.
[Letter from Albert Armendariz to Murguia Printing Company - 1953-07-01]
Copy of letter from Albert Armendariz, LULAC National President, to the Murguia Printing Company, dated July 1, 1953. Armendariz requests that Murguia send an itemized account of charges and expenses done on behalf of LULAC News.
[Letter from Angel Fraga to Tom Kreneck - 1987-06-01]
Letter from Angel Z. Fraga to Dr. Tom Kreneck at the Houston Metropolitan Research Center dated June 1, 1987, on letterhead. The letter indicates that Fraga has forwarded a copy of a speech by John J. Herrera. The enclosed speech was given on June 22, 1975, at the first anniversary of the three Hispanic City Judges appointed by Mayor Hofheinz. The enclosure also includes copies of four photographs with captions of the event.
[Letter from Barefoot Sanders to Bob Casey - 1968-10-01]
Letter from Barefoot Sanders, Legislative Counsel to the President, to Congressman Bob Casey, dated October 1, 1968. Sanders writes that the White House will consider Judge Alfred J. Hernandez for an ambassador post.
[Letter from Ben C. Connally to John J. Herrera - 1955-08-01]
Letter from Ben C. Connally to John J. Herrera. Acknowledges receipt of Herrera's letter from July 29 requesting a motion to dismiss. In re: Civil Action No. 9009 - Ben Rios, et al v O. B. Ellis, et all - Houston Division.
[Letter from Benjamin Palacios to John J. Herrera - 1965-02-01]
Letter from Benjamin Palacios to John J. Herrera, February 1, 1965, seeking legal advice regarding LULAC possibly sponsoring an accounting training school.
[Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera - 1944-08-01]
Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda acknowledging John J. Herrera's letter from July 28th. Castañeda states that he will send a revised copy of a LULAC resolution and a copy of a speech he made in El Paso. He requests Herrera to tell whoever has complaints of discrimination in employment, classification, or promotion in Houston to write to Castañeda directly of their case, or to Herrera can forward them to Castañeda. Includes LULAC resolution titled, "One for all and all for one."
[Letter from Carter Wesley to John J. Herrera - 1949-02-01]
Letter from Carter Wesley, Editor of the Houston Informer, to John J. Herrera dated February 1, 1949. Carter is acknowledging receipt of a copy of the LULAC News sent by Herrera. Carter is impressed by the magazine and wants to subscribe. He also acknowledges the similarities of the segregation issues faced by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and the League of United Latin American Citizens.
[Letter from Council 188 from Rosenberg, Texas to John J. Herrera - 1955-01-03]
Letter from Council 188 from Rosenberg, Texas to John J. Herrera. Elias Guerrero, Chairman, Carlos M. Garcia, and Marcos Reyes cordially requesting Herrera's presence as a speaker at the Annual Banquet and appointment of new officers on January 9, 1955. Council 188's event was to take place at the county fairgrounds of Rosenberg, Fort Bend County, Texas.
[Letter from D. F. Prince to Felix H. Morales - 1947-10-01]
Letter from D. F. Prince to Felix H. Morales in Houston, Texas. Prince explaines that the Federal Communications Commission will continue to delay decisions about clear channel assignments. The delay is due to the failure of the U. S. Court ruling on certain cases similar to Morales'.
[Letter from D. F. Prince to John J. Herrera - 1947-04-01]
Letter from D. F. Prince to John J. Herrera in Houston, Texas, dated April 1, 1947. Prince is responding to Herrera's telegram from March 31st and explains the process for amending the application for Mr. Morales' application. Prince advises that there is a possibility of a hearing for the new proposed radio frequency.
[Letter from D. F. Prince to John J. Herrera - 1947-04-01]
Letter from D. F. Prince from the Law Offices of Vesey, Prince, & Clineburg in Washington, D. C., to John J. Herrera in Houston, Texas. Prince advises Herrera to make a thorough investigation of Charles L. Belfi to determine whether or not he was qualified to serve as General Manager of a radio station. Prince thinks Herrera should also authorize John H. Barron to proceed on the new frequency because of the conflict with Mexia.
[Letter from Dale Thurston to John J. Herrera - 1977-02-01]
Letter from Dale Thurston acknowledging John J. Herrera taking responsibility for Jesse Herrera's account with them until it is paid in full. The letter details the outstanding balance, photocopies of previous correspondence with Jesse, and offers the suggestion of Jesse taking out a loan for the car.
[Letter from Douglas M. Herrera to John J. Herrera - 1967-05-01]
Letter to John J. Herrera from his son, Douglas M. Herrera, stationed in Vietnam dated May 1, 1967. Douglas discusses his father's speeches at a San Jacinto Day celebration, a soccer game in the "dome", and enjoying the care packages sent.
[Letter from Emily Rimmer Vasquez, LULAC Junior Director, to All Men's and Ladies Councils - 1954-11-01]
Letter from Emily Rimmer Vasquez, Junior Director, to All Men's and Ladies Councils instructing the Junior Councils that there must division of Districts and Supervisors appointed. The letter includes active councils and districts in the states of Texas, New Mexico and Colorado. Vasquez gives further instructions on the duties of Junior District Supervisor.
[Letter from Eugene J. Pitman to Ray Hardy - 1979-03-01]
Letter from attorney Eugene J. Pitman to district clerk Ray Hardy accompanying a Notice of Intent to take the deposition of the defendant, which Pitman asks be filed with other documents pertaining to the case Zdenka A. Mohr, et al vs. John F. Silva, et al. John J. Herrera received a carbon copy of the letter.
[Letter from Frank M. Valdez to Hector Godinez, John J. Herrera, Albert Armendariz, and William Flores - 1965-03-01]
Letter from Frank M. Valdez to Hector Godinez, John J. Herrera, Albert Armendariz, and William Flores on March 1, 1965, requesting a report and feedback concerning plans for the LULAC National Home.
[Letter from G. J. Garza to John J. Herrera - 1946-05-01]
Letter to John J. Herrera from G. J. Garza, President of League of United Latin American Citizens Council #12 of Laredo, Texas dated May 1, 1946. This letter discusses Council #12 room reservations for the 1946 LULAC Convention.
[Letter from Gus C. Garcia to John J. Herrera - 1960-02-01]
Letter from Gus C. Garcia to John J. Herrera, asking Herrera of the dates, names and places of the second Pete Hernández trial, as Garcia wants to issue a reprint of the pamphlet "A cotton picker finds justice" and bring it up-to date.
[Letter from J. D. McMillan to Eduardo Morga - 1977-07-01]
Letter from J. D. McMillan to Eduardo Morga, dated July 1, 1977, and printed on Exxon Company Letterhead. The letter congratulates Morga on his election to LULAC National President, encloses a book, "Goodbye, Garcia. Adios," and indicates plans to donate $10,000.
[Letter from Jake Rodriguez to James DeAnda - 1953-06-01]
Letter from Jake Rodriguez, LULAC National Director of Publicity, to James DeAnda, LULAC Executive Secretary, dated June 1, 1953. This letter was sent in reply answering questions about the publication of the LULAC News.
[Letter from James DeAnda to George H. Templin - 1953-12-01]
Letter from James DeAnda to George H. Templin, Clerk, Supreme Court of Texas, asking Templin to give DeAnda a certificate showing that DeAnda is competent to practice before the Supreme Court, as DeAnda has already made the application.
[Letter from James DeAnda to the Office of the Clerk, Supreme Court of the United States - 1953-12-01]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from James DeAnda to the Office of the Clerk, Supreme Court of the United States, Washington D.C., asking for the necessary rules and procedures to make an application to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States.
[Letter from Joe Garza - 1963-08-01]
Letter from Joe A. Garza, dated August 1, 1963. The letter serves to certify John J. Herrera's appointment as Area Organizer for LULAC District 8 and 10.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to A. D. Azios - 1953-05-01]
Letter from John J. Herrera to A. D. Azios, LULAC National Executive Secretary, dated May 1, 1953. Herrera is filing as a candidate for re-election to the office of LULAC National President, subject to the National Convention at Santa Fe, New Mexico, June 12-14, 1953.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Andrew Espinosa, Jr. - 1961-03-01]
Letter from John J. Herrera to Andrew Espinosa, Jr., dated March 1, 1961. The letter indicates that Herrera forwarded Espinosa's previous letter to William D. Bonilla, the new State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Carlos E. Castañeda - 1947-04-01]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent by John J. Herrera to Dr. Carlos E. Castañeda in Austin, Texas. Herrera requests Dr. Castañeda to write a letter of support for a Spanish speaking radio station in Houston. Herrera also inquires if Dr. Castañeda could make himself available to testify as a witness in an upcoming hearing with the FCC.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Claude Fernandez - 1952-08-01]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera, LULAC National President, to Claude Fernandez, LULAC District Governor in Carlsbad, New Mexico, dated August 1, 1952. The letter originally had as an enclosure the charter for the Artesia LULAC Ladies Council Number 211.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Cosme Hinojosa - 1952-12-01]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera, LULAC National President, to the Honorable Cosme Hinojosa, Consul General of Mexico for the State of Texas, dated December 1, 1952. Herrera writes regarding the blacklisting by the Mexican Government of Brazoria County. Herrera requests a record of complaints of discrimination against Brazoria County which he will use during his meeting with Brazoria County. Herrera also requests a representative from the Consul General's office to attend the meeting with him.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Eduardo Morga - 1978-05-01]
Letter from John J. Herrera to Honorable Eduardo Morga, National President of League of United Latin American Citizens. In the letter, Herrera commends Morga for citing Roberto Ornelas and requests advice on other LULAC matters.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Elias Licona - 1950-08-01]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera, LULAC First National Vice-President, to Elias Licona of Corpus Christi, Texas, dated August 1, 1950. A young man from Corpus Christi who was accepted to Harvard University needs help with expenses for college and Herrera is asking the Corpus Christi LULACs to find out what can be done to help him.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to George J. Garza - December 1, 1950]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera, LULAC First National Vice-President, to George J. Garza, LULAC National President, dated December 1, 1950. Requests the charter for the newly organized Palacios, Texas, LULAC Council. Also mentions possible reorganization of Bay City LULAC Council.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Gus C. Garcia - 1949-02-01]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera to Gus C. Garcia dated February 1, 1949. Correspondence including contact information for some Houston LULAC members.
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