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[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1963-05-18]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of the first page of a letter from John J. Herrera inviting Governor John B. Connally to be the main speaker at the LULAC State Convention in Beaumont in February.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1962-06-09]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to Gubernatorial candidate John B. Connally, inviting Connally to the LULAC Convention in El Paso, at which Robert F. Kennedy would be a speaker. Herrera suggests that Connally's attendance would help garner the Latin American vote for him in the governor race and would certainly introduce him to all the LULAC delegates and guests.
[Letter from John B. Connally to John J. Herrera - 1963-11-13]
Letter from Governor John B. Connally thanking John J. Herrera for his recommendation of Dr. George J. Garza. Connally promises to consider Herrera's endorsement.
[Letter from John B. Connally to John J. Herrera - 1963-10-25]
Letter from Governor John B. Connally giving John J. Herrera his regrets that it would not be possible for him to attend the February State LULAC Convention.
[Letter from John B. Connally to John J. Herrera - 1966-01-14]
Letter from Governor John B. Connally thanking John J. Herrera for Herrera's endorsement of Carol Vance.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1966-01-05]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to Governor John B. Connally recommending Carol Vance as a replacement for Frank Briscoe in the office of the District Attorney of Harris County.
[Program for Texas Inaugural Festivities, January 26, 1965]
Program of events for the Governor's inauguration, starting with a ticket-only Victory Dinner on January 25 and followed by the actual inauguration and inaugural reception on the following day.
[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.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1957-03-09]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent to Ralph Yarborough by John J. Herrera informing Yarborough of a possible banquet to be held in Houston in honor of Senator Henry B. Gonzalez, Albert U. Trevino, and other Latin American leaders in honor of their victory in Bexar County. Herrera inquires what days in March Yarborough could be in town to attend the banquet, which could also function as a fundraising event for him.
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1957-04-06]
Letter from Senator Ralph Yarborough thanking John J. Herrera for his support, along with Latino support from all around Texas, for contributing to Yarborough's victory. The letter is typed on campaign letterhead reading at the top, "Judge Ralph Yarborough for U.S. Senator ... Vote April 2" and at the bottom, "Yarborough - of Texas, by Texas, for Texas."
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1957-04-15]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter to Judge Ralph Yarborough (now a Senator-elect) suggesting that, if Yarborough has not hired all of his staff yet, Frank M. Picedo could be a good Latin American addition, discussing his qualifications and character.
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1955-06-13]
Letter from Ralph Yarborough thanking John J. Herrera for the pleasure of his company at a banquet and refers to him as "a living representative of more than one historical age" due to Herrera's connections and involvement in Texas and the Southwest.
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1956-06-03]
Letter from Ralph Yarborough asking for John J. Herrera's support during the 1956 gubernatorial campaign and urging Herrera to rally more support amongst relatives, friends, and neighbors. The letter is typed on letterhead for Yarborough for Governor Headquarters with the campaign slogan: "It's cleanup time in Texas!"
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to Hector P. Garcia - 1955-04-19]
Letter from Ralph Yarborough explaining to Dr. Hector P. Garcia a Democratic publication in the Dallas area called The White Rocker and the need for pro-Democratic writings and Spanish-language publications. Yarborough asks Garcia to explore possibilities for such in the Corpus Christi area, Nueces County, or other areas of Texas. The letter was also sent to some other publishers of Spanish-language newspapers in the state.
[Letter from T. W. "Buckshot" Lane to John J. Herrera - 1957-01-07]
Letter from T. W. "Buckshot" Lane relaying to John J. Herrera the situation with a Mr. Franks paying for court costs, which Herrera would be handling, in relation to an unspecified "note."
[Letter from T. W. "Buckshot" Lane to John J. Herrera - 1955-12-28]
Letter from T. W. "Buckshot" Lane to John J. Herrera promising to work on Krueger with regards to his program and Abel Cisneros. Lane also says he will be taking a job with furniture manufacturers and work West Texas as his territory, though he is considering making a bid for Representative one more time. Lane mentions that the lack of money in politics was a large contribution to the end of his political career.
[Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera - 1947-03-25]
A letter to John J. Herrera written by Carlos E. Castañeda on the stationary from the History Department of The University of Texas. Castañeda provided answers to Herrera's questions from a previous letter.
LULAC, labor of love
Speech by John J. Herrera for League of United Latin American Citizens Week held at Driscoll Hotel. The speech, delivered on February 19, 1966, is titled "LULAC, Labor of Love."
[Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera - 1962-01-29]
Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera typed on State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens letterhead and dated January 29, 1962. Bonilla requests that Herrera attend the State Convention to be held in Austin, Texas, on February 2, 3, 4, 1962.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1963-01-04]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally, Governor-Elect for the State of Texas, dated January 4, 1963. The letter has COPY stamped across the center in red. The letter asks that Connally consider finding a position for Herrera's son, John Michael Herrera, who is completing a pre-law degree.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1963-05-18]
Onionskin carbon copy o f a letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally, Governor of the State of Texas, dated May 18, 1963. Herrera invites Connally to be the main speaker at the banquet at the Texas State LULAC Convention.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1963-09-09]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally, Governor of the State of Texas, dated September 9, 1963. In the letter, Herrera indicates his belief that Latin-Americans in Texas do not trust PASO or their leader Albert Peña, Jr.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1963-09-09]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally, Governor of the State of Texas, dated September 9, 1963. In the letter, Herrera indicates his belief that Latin-Americans in Texas do not trust PASO or their leader Albert Peña, Jr.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1963-10-24]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally, Governor of the State of Texas, dated October 24, 1963. Herrera asks for Connally's answer as to whether he will be the main speaker at the LULAC Convention to be held in Beaumont, Texas,
[Letter from John M. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1964-03-10]
A letter from John M. Herrera to Honorable John B. Connally, Governor of the State of Texas, dated March 10, 1964. This letter is thanking Governor Connally for his "wonderful reception at the signing of the LULAC PROCLAMATION." Additionally Herrera inquires about Governor Connally's re-election.
[Letter from Fred Okrand to George I. Sánchez - 1951-04-19]
Letter from Fred Okrand, Attorney at Law and partner in firm of Wirin, Rissman & Okrand of Los Angeles, California, to Professor George I. Sánchez of the University of Texas in Austin, Texas, dated April 19, 1951. Okrand is seeking a reference for a Texas attorney who would look into a matter concerning a "Negro property owner" in east Texas. There is a handwritten note from Professor Sanchez to John J. Herrera asking Herrera if he will write to Okrand.
[Letter from J. J. Hickman to John J. Herrera - 1951-09-27]
Letter from J. J. Hickman, Secretary-Treasurer of the Texas State Industrial Union Council, in Austin, Texas, to John J. Herrera, dated September 27, 1951. Hickman invites Herrera to attend the 15th Annual Convention of the Texas State Industrial Union Council to be held in Waco, Texas on November 16-18, 1951. Hickman asks Herrera to consult with the Committee on Latin American Affairs during the convention.
[Agreement regarding petition, Augustine Picaso vs.Trustees of the Nixon Independent School District of Nixon, Texas - 1951-12-03]
Agreement regarding petition of Augustine Picaso versus Trustees of the Nixon Independent School District of Nixon, Texas, dated December 3, 1951. This is the rendering of final agreement following the hearing of the above petition before the Commissioner of Education of the State of Texas, J. W. Edgar. It was agreed that segregation practices in Nixon Independent School District shall cease with regards to children of Latin-American descent.
[Letter from Frank M. Pinedo to John J. Herrera - 1952-03-06]
Letter from Frank M. Pinedo of Austin, Texas, to John J. Herrera dated March 6, 1952. Pinedo invites Herrera to attend the new member installation for the Austin LULAC Council on March 16, 1952.
[Resolution to honor John Rooney, Congressman from New York City]
Resolution submitted by the Austin LULAC Council Number 85 to the LULAC National Convention in Corpus Christi, Texas, undated. This resolution honored John Rooney, Congressman from New York City, for his efforts in exposing the "wetback situation" in Texas and in securing the appropriation of funds for enforcement of immigration laws.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ed Idar, Jr. - 1952-06-12]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to Ed Idar, Jr., Chairman, American G. I. Forum of Texas in Austin, Texas, dated June 12, 1952. Herrera outlines the expected votes of various LULAC councils in Texas and New Mexico in Herrera's bid for the position of LULAC National President.
[Letter from Pauline Santos to Paul Gil - 1952-10-13]
Letter from Pauline Santos of Elgin, Texas, to Paul Gil of Austin, Texas, dated October 13, 1952. Santos relates dates and names of people discriminated against at three different business establishments.
[Letter from Frank Ferree to the Texas Good Neighbor Commission - 1952-05-27]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from Frank Ferree of Harlingen, Texas to the Texas Good Neighbor Commission in Austin, Texas, dated May 27, 1952. The letter addresses discriminatory decisions of attorneys during jury selection in the Texas courts when choosing between Latin American or Anglo jurors. The letter also relates details of judgment in court case against Roberto Jiminez in Brownsville, mentioning irregularities in jury selection and possible perjury of witnesses.
[Roster of LULAC Ladies Council Number 202 of Austin, Texas - 1953]
Roster of LULAC Ladies Council Number 202 of Austin, Texas, with handwritten date of 1953. Lists members, officers and their addresses.
[Official Certification of documents, American Express vs. LULAC - February 4, 1977]
Official Certification of documents regarding American Express vs. League of United Latin American Citizens by Texas Secretary of State Mark White is dated February 4, 1977. The certification indicates documents were sent, but unable to be delivered, to LULAC's agent, Roberto Ornales.
[Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera - 1949-03-12]
Letter from C. E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera requesting him to find the nearest location of the Chilean Consulate to obtain a visa for him, for his upcoming trip to Chile, Brazil and Argentina. Castañeda has already sent his application for a visa to the Consulates of Brazil and Argentina. On the letter handwritten in pencil: "Hurry, a favor to consider. 8th floor, P5111, New Orleans...Consul of Chile"
[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 Carlos E. Castañeda - 1947-03-13]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent by John J. Herrera to Dr. Carlos E. Castañeda in Austin, Texas. Herrera writes to ask for assistance with Felix H. Morales and his FCC application for a radio station. Herrera specifically asks for any news clippings or incidences of discrimination against Latin Americans of Mexican descent that could be used in support of the FCC granting the radio station to Houston rather than Mexia.
[Letter from Will D. Davis to Judge Ben C. Connally - 1955-08-04]
Letter from Assistant Attorney General of Texas, Will D. Davis, to Ben C. Connally. The letter mentions John J. Herrera's request for a time extension to work on a lawsuit. Re: CA 9009 - Ben Rios, et al vs O. B. Ellis, et al.
[Letter from J. C. Crain to Arturo Vasquez - 1966-02-15]
Letter from J. C. Crain, Chief of Internal Revenue Service Review Staff, to Arturo Vasquez, dated February 15, 1966, regarding Form 990 filing requirements for all LULAC councils.
UT Prof G. I. Sanchez dies, page one
Page one of a newspaper clipping about the passing of Dr. George Isadore Sanchez y Sanchez Thursday, April 6, 1972.
UT Prof G. I. Sanchez dies, page two
Page two of a newspaper clipping about the passing of Dr. George Isadore Sanchez y Sanchez Thursday, April 6, 1972.
[Letter from F.A. Hernandez to Frank M. Pinedo - 1955-02-03]
Letter from F.A. Hernandez, President of League of United Latin American Citizens Council Number 132, to Frank M. Pinedo, asking Pinedo to please "absolve Council No. 132 publicly of any connotation of guilt" in relation to a crime committed by LULAC Council No. 8. According to the letter, LULAC Council 8 Lodge was raided by the Texas Liquor Board, which found the operation of an open saloon at the LULAC lodge. This resulted in a "flow of bad publicity" as well as being "subjected to considerable embarrassment and criticism." Hernandez calls on Pinedo to take swift and "stern corrective measures" to resolve the matter of Council No. 8 to bring order and stability back to other LULAC councils as well as Council No. 132. "We cannot sacrifice our past accomplishments and future goals, because a few deviate from the only known course leading toward our Aims and Purposes."
[Letter to John J. Herrera - 1955-02-15]
Letter to John J. Herrera, from unspecific League of United Latina American Citizens source, dated February 15, 1955, in regards to the declaration by the Supreme Council that the offices of the National Organizer and the National Chaplain are vacant and inactive. The author of the letter states "I hope that the action taken by the Supreme Council will not keep you from working very closely with me on LULAC matters [...] I would like to appoint you as a Chairman of a National Committee to study ways and means of increasing the educational opportunities that are available to persons of Spanish extraction."
[Letter from Albert Armendariz to Frank M. Pinedo - 1955-02-17]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from Albert Armendariz, League of United Latin American Citizens National Officer, to Frank M. Pinedo, stating that Armendariz no longer wishes to be National Officer of LULAC due to unfair acts committed against members of LULAC. The letter outlines the impeachment of John J. Herrera and David Longoria and mentions the action taken against the LULAC lodge. "It is no longer safe to act on behalf of the Lulac Organization, for the danger of impeachment without a hearing will menace our every action or inaction [...] it pains me greatly to know that our Organization, the Supreme Council, would be guilty of condemning without an opportunity to be heard."
[Letter from Frank M. Pinedo to Amado Laurel - 1955-03-28]
Letter from Frank M. Pinedo to Amado Laurel, Secretary of Refugio League of United Latin American Citizens Men's Council, congratulating Laurel on the formation of the Refugio Council. The letter also gives information on deadlines on fees and general guidance.
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Frank M. Pinedo - 1955-02-15]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to Frank M. Pinedo on League of United Latin American Council Formation in Refugio, Texas. Herrera gives Pinedo further details and names of the first LULAC meeting and names and addresses of the charter members. Herrera also lets Pinedo know that Herrera wants him to be at the installation ceremony along with Felix Tijerina.
[Letter from Frank M. Pinedo to Philip Reyes - 1955-03-26]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of welcome letter from Frank M. Pinedo to Philip Reyes, New Braunfels League of United Latin American Citizens, welcoming Reyes and the Council to LULAC. Pinedo gives details and explanations about next steps and what is expected from the newly formed Council of New Braunfels LULAC council to the National Office (i.e. charter fees, minutes).
[Letter from Frank M. Pinedo to A. R. Vasquez - 1955]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of a welcome letter from Frank M. Pinedo to A. R. Vasquez, New Harlingen League of United Latin American Citizens, welcoming Vasquez and the Council to LULAC. Pinedo gives details and explanations about next steps and what is expected from the newly formed Council of Harlingnen LULAC council to the National Office (i.e. charter fees, minutes).
[Letter from Frank M. Pinedo to Rudy Garza - 1955-03-28]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of a welcome letter from Frank M. Pinedo to Rudy Garza, Floresville League of United Latin American Citizens, welcoming Garza and the Council to LULAC. Pinedo gives details and explanations about next steps and what is expected from the newly formed Council of Floresville LULAC council to the National Office (i.e. charter fees, minutes).
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