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- 3 on National LULAC staff
- Article, "3 on National LULAC Staff", is an undated newspaper article and the title refers to three San Antonians appointed to League of United Latin American Citizens National staff: Manuel Gonzales as National President, Jose F. Olivares as National Housing Chairman, and Dario Chappa as Administrative Assistant. The article also mentions the appointment of John J. Herrera as National Legal Adviser.
- 300 attend appreciation dinner for Judge Duncan
- Brief newspaper article describing a dinner held in honor of Judge Jimmie Duncan, including some notable attendees, including E. A. "Squatty" Lyons and District Attorney Carol Vance.
- [1976 LULAC National Scholarship Fund Allocations, Revenue - Sharing]
- Report, "1976 LULAC National Scholarship Fund Allocations, Revenue-Sharing", describes the new revenue-sharing concept which will be implemented to fund League of United Latin American Citizens Scholarships.
- [1976 LULAC National Scholarship Fund Allocations Revenue - Sharing]
- Document is titled "1976 LULAC National Scholarship Fund Allocations Revenue - Sharing" and includes an introduction to the allocations as well as a break down of allocations by state and LULAC council.
- 48th Year History of LULAC
- "48th Year History of LULAC" pamphlet printed in 1977. Contains the history of The League of United Latin American Citizens plus photos of groups and buildings.
- 78th U.S. Congress, Second Session, Senate Bill 2048
- Bill introduced to the United States Senate and House of Representatives to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, or ancestry.
- About the "Chicano" Movement
- Report titled "About the "Chicano" Movement," written by John J. Herrera. Two copies of the report: one copy appears to be a draft and contains handwritten edits in pen; the second document is all typed and includes the changes noted on the draft.
- Abstract of Title to Part of Block 4 of "Westview Addition" to the City of Houston, SSBB, in Harris County, Texas
- Abstract of title to part of block 4 of the "Westview Addition" to the City of Houston, including the General Warranty Deeds, Assignment of V/T & D/T, Agreement, Right-of-Way Deed, Quit-Claim Deed, Release of Interest, Release of V/T, Release of V/L, Assignment of M/L, Release of M/L for the property area.
- [Academic report from Seminario Teológico Bautista Mexicano for Manuel Urbina]
- Report on Manuel Urbina's academic progress for his second year, third trimester. Includes a course list and evaluations.
- Acceptance of Invitation to Membership, The Sons of the Republic of Texas
- Form for Acceptance of Invitation to Membership into the Sons of the Republic of Texas.
- [Achievements of Houston LULAC Council Number Sixty -1950]
- Achievements for Houston LULAC Council Number 60 for the year of 1950. The list is broken down by month and events.
- [Acknowledgement of wages received - 1971-07-31]
- Typewritten page is signed by Kenith L. Ballard to acknowledge his receipt of payment for all wages and vacation owed to him by IBM.
- [Acknowledgment of receipt of briefs by John J. Herrera - 1969-03-27]
- Self-addressed card for Scofields' Quality Printers, Inc. for John J. Herrera to use to verify his receipt of two copies of briefs for a case printed and delivered by that company.
- Acta de ordenacion al Santo Ministerio del Hermano Manuel Urbina
- Certified ordination document for Manuel Urbina, dated March 31, 1933.
- Actividades Judiciales
- Newspaper clipping entitled "Actividades Judiciales" concerning current judicial activities. The circled section highlights the case of Ernesto Jimenez versus Inspector de Policia y otras.
- [Address and introduction of Ralph Yarborough to the American G.I. Forum]
- Handwritten text for a speech to introduce Texas gubernatorial candidate Ralph Yarborough to the American G.I. Forum, which Yarborough will be addressing.
- [Address list]
- A handwritten list of addresses, which may be a sign up sheet, as the columns are labeled at the top of the page and each address appears to be written in a different handwriting. The list is written in pencil on lined, legal paper.
- [Address list]
- A handwritten list of addresses, which may be a sign up sheet, as each address appears to be written in a different handwriting. The list is written in pencil on lined, legal paper.
- [Address list]
- A handwritten list of addresses, which may be a sign up sheet, as each address appears to be written in a different handwriting. The list is written in pencil on lined, legal paper.
- [Address list of LULAC past National Presidents, 1966]
- Address list of League of United Latin American Citizens past National Presidents, 1966. Also includes the addresses of a few lawyers and various other people associated with LULAC.
- [Address list of LULAC past National Presidents, 1966]
- Handwritten address list of League of United Latin American Citizens past National Presidents, 1966. Also includes the addresses of a few lawyers and various other people associated with LULAC.
- [Address list of LULAC Presidents of Houston Councils, 1966]
- Handwritten address list of Presidents of Houston LULAC Councils, 1966.
- [Address of Josie Falcon of Corpus Christi, Texas]
- Handwritten note listing address of Josie Falcon of Corpus Christi, Texas.
- Address on behalf of C. V. Buster Kern for Sheriff of Harris County, Tex.
- Text of the campaign speech given by John J. Herrera on behalf of C. V. "Buster" Kern, who is running for Sheriff of Harris County.
- Address on behalf of C. V. Buster Kern for Sheriff of Harris County, Tex.
- Text of the campaign speech given by John J. Herrera on behalf of C. V. "Buster" Kern, who is running for Sheriff of Harris County.
- [Address on behalf of C. V. Buster Kern for Sheriff of Harris County, Texas]
- Text of the campaign speech given by John J. Herrera on behalf of C. V. "Buster" Kern, who is running for Sheriff of Harris County.
- Address on behalf of C. V. Buster Kern for Sheriff of Harris County, Texas
- Text of the campaign speech given by John J. Herrera on behalf of C. V. "Buster" Kern, who is running for Sheriff of Harris County.
- [Addresses and notes]
- Handwritten list of addresses, contact information, and notes, for various people and organizations.
- [Advertisement for José E. Chapa's radio programs -1953]
- Advertisement for two radio programs hosted by José E. Chapa in Chicago and Evanston, including dates, times, and frequencies.
- [Advertisement from Houston Times All-Church Press for Political Advertising]
- Advertisement from Houston Times All-Church Press for Political Advertising. "As your MESSENGERS TO These Influential and Civic-Working Voters, Use The Houston Times With 81 Separate Local Newspapers Each One Edited by the Reader's Own Pastor." The advertisement also boasts, "ONLY 3 1/2 Cents Per Paper"; "LEAD Your Race from the Start."
- [Advertisement of a baseball game, Alamos versus Magnolia Park]
- Baseball game to be played between "Alamos" (formerly Leones of Houston) vs. "Magnolia Park" on Sunday, March 29, 1931 at 3 p.m. at Magnolia Park, Houston, Texas. No entrance fee.
- [Advertisement of a baseball game between Ellington Field and Southern Select]
- Advertisement of a baseball game, Ellington Field vs. Southern Select, to be played at the Cleveland Diamond field, on Sunday April 19, 1942 at 2:30 p.m. The names of the players of each team are shown in the poster. The poster also contains advertisements.
- [Advertisement of a baseball game between Prison All Stars and Southern Select]
- Advertisement for a baseball game between the Prison All stars (a team selected from the best players of the Texas Prison system) and Southern Select (All Mexican team of Houston) at the Prison Stadium in Huntsville, Texas on Sunday, August 9, 1942. Entertainment by Prison Military Band. The game starts at 2:00 p.m. General admission is 25 cents (federal tax included). At head of poster, "Double-Header".
- [Advertisement of a baseball game between Seguin Apaches and Southern Select]
- Advertisement for two baseball games to be played between Seguin Apaches and Southern Select at the Cleveland Diamond field, Houston, Texas on Sunday, July 26, 1942 starting at 3 p.m. The names of the players of each team are shown on the poster. Entrance fee: Men: 35 cents ; Women: 20 cents plus taxes.
- [Advertisement of a baseball tournament at Cleveland Diamond field]
- Poster advertisement of a baseball grand tournament to be played beginning August 25, 1940 at the Cleveland Diamond field, Houston, Texas. The tournament is offered by the "Aces Fours Recreational Club" called the Latin American Baseball tournament. The first team to play is Aztecas vs. Sugarland, starting at 10 a.m. ; the second team is Port Arthur vs. Southern Select playing at 1:45 p.m.; the third team is Galveston 'Blue Moon' vs. New Gulf Tigers, playing at 4:00 p.m. The entrance fee is 33 cents.
- [Advertising Contract for LULAC News]
- Advertising Contract form for the LULAC News, the newsletter of the League of United Latin American Citizens located in San Antonio, Texas. It lists advertising rates per page or columnar inch.
- [Aerial photograph of an unidentified location]
- Aerial photograph of an unidentified location.
- [Affidavit and Certificate, American Express vs. LULAC - 1977-06-22]
- Affidavit and Certificate from Ray Hardy, District Clerk of Harris County, regarding American Express vs. League of United Latin American Citizens. Documents are dated June 22, 1977.
- [Affidavit for Matilde and Angelita Cisneros' living expenses]
- Document from Matilde and Angelita Cisneros outlining their monthly living expenses. The document is neither signed nor notarized.
- [Affidavit from Abel Cisneros - 1951-07-10]
- Statement from Abel Cisneros, President of Wharton County LULAC Council Number 170, notarized by Isabel S. Rivera, dated July 10, 1951. This statement is concerning a discriminatory incident in which three men of Mexican descent were refused service on grounds of their race.
- [Affidavit from Abraham Rios]
- Document signed by Abraham Rios that states he was confined at Harlem Prison Farm No. 1 in Fort Bend County, Texas. Rios had retained attorneys Ralph Estrada, A. L. Wirin, and John J. Herrera to prosecute a suit against the Texas Prison System and the State of Texas.
- [Affidavit from Abraham Rios]
- Document signed by Abraham Rios who was confined at Harlem Prison Farm No. 1 in Fort Bend County. Rios had retained attorneys Ralph Estrada, A. L. Wirin, and John J. Herrera to prosecute a suit against the Texas Prison System and the State of Texas.
- [Affidavit from Alianza Hispano Americana, Civil Rights Department]
- Document describing suit filed in Federal Court at Houston, Texas in behalf of plaintiffs Ben Rios, et al. The suit was sponsored by the Alianza Hispano-Americana. Attorneys for the plaintiffs are John J. Herrera of Houston; Ralph C. Estrada of Tucson; A. L. Wirin and Marshall Ross of Los Angeles.
- [Affidavit from Angelita Cisneros]
- Affidavit from Angelita Cisneros, sister of Private Abel Cisneros. The purpose of the affidavit is to petition the United States Army for a dependency discharge for Pvt. Abel Cisneros. The document is neither signed nor dated.
- [Affidavit from Angelita Cisneros]
- An affidavit from Angelita Cisneros in which she states she is a dependent of Private Abel Cisneros and is making a request for a dependency discharge. The document is neither signed nor notarized.
- [Affidavit from Ben Rios]
- Document is a signed statement from Ben Rios who was confined at Harlem Prison Farm No. 1 in Fort Bend County, Texas. Rios had retained attorneys Ralph Estrada, A. L. Wirin, and John J. Herrera to prosecute a suit against the Texas Prison System and the State of Texas.
- [Affidavit from Ben Rios]
- Document signed by Ben Rios who was confined at Harlem Prison Farm No. 1, in Fort Bend County. Rios had retained attorneys Ralph Estrada, A. L. Wirin, and John J. Herrera to prosecute a suit against the Texas Prison System and the State of Texas.
- [Affidavit from Dolores L. Cisneros - 1954-06-30]
- An affidavit from Dolores Cisneros, the wife of Private Abel Cisneros. Dolores listed the family's monthly living expenses and provided information about her medical condition. The document was signed and notarized on June 30, 1954.
- [Affidavit from Dolores L. Cisneros - 1954-09]
- An affidavit from Dolores L. Cisneros with her request for a hardship discharge for her husband, Private Abel Cisneros. The document is signed but not dated or notarized in September 1954.
- [Affidavit from Dolores L. Cisneros - 1954-09-30]
- An affidavit from Dolores L. Cisneros made for the purpose of procuring a dependency discharge for her husband, Private Abel Cisneros. The document was not signed by Mrs. Cisneros.