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[Program for League of United Latin American Citizens Banquet Honoring President General George I. Sánchez]

Description: A program for the LULAC banquet honoring President General George I. Sánchez and Licenciado Manuel C. Gonzales on Sunday, January 18, 1942 at the Texas State Hotel Mezzanine in Houston, Texas. The program includes a menu of the dinner and a list of the speeches and speakers. John J. Herrera gave a speech, "The Problems of the Latin American in Houston Territory."
Date: January 18, 1942
Creator: League of United Latin American Citizens

Leland Olds: The Record vs. The Propaganda

Description: Text of a speech given by Senator Lyndon B. Johnson in the U.S. Senate, outlining reasons why Leland Olds should not be granted a nomination to the Federal Power Commission.
Date: 1949
Creator: Johnson, Lyndon B. (Lyndon Baines), 1908-1973

Unlimited Debate: The Last Defense of Reason

Description: Printed version of Senator Lyndon B. Johnson's speech discussing cloture and the proportions of population representation in the Senate, part of a filibuster to present a rules change that would allow a minority of Senators to block legislation.
Date: March 9, 1949
Creator: Johnson, Lyndon B. (Lyndon Baines), 1908-1973

[Minutes of a state convention of Latin American leaders]

Description: Minutes of the state convention of Latin American leaders creating a Texas pro human relations fund. Included in the minutes is: a listing of the State Executive Committee; a proclamation by Judge J. T. Canales, Temporary State Chairman; the minutes of the meeting held on July 29, 1951; an an address delivered by the Honorable Gus C. Garcia.
Date: July 29, 1951

[San Jacinto Day Program - 1954-04-21]

Description: Program from San Jacinto Day hosted by the San Jacinto Chapters of the Sons of the Republic of Texas and Daughters of the Republic of Texas on April 21, 1954. The program has a black and white illustration of the San Jacinto monument and lists the speakers and events of the day.
Date: April 21, 1954
Creator: Sons of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapter

[San Jacinto Day Program with address by John J. Herrera - 1955-04-21]

Description: Program for the San Jacinto Day celebration hosted by Sons of the Republic of Texas and the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapters. The front of the program lists an itinerary of the day's events and the reverse lists the lyrics to "Texas, Our Texas". Included is the text of a speech delivered by John J. Herrera at the event, April 21, 1955.
Date: April 21, 1955
Creator: Herrera, John J.

[San Jacinto Day Program - 1958-04-21]

Description: Program for the San Jacinto Day celebration at San Jacinto State Park on April 21, 1958 hosted by the San Jacinto Chapter Daughters of the Republic of Texas and San Jacinto Chapter Sons of the Republic of Texas. The interior of the program lists the itinerary for the day's events and the officers of both hosting organizations. Cover signed by Price Daniel.
Date: April 21, 1958
Creator: Sons of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapter

[Program for San Jacinto Day Celebration - 1960-04]

Description: Program for San Jacinto Day Celebration held on April 20-21, 1960. The cover of the program has an aerial image of San Jacinto State Park with the title and dates printed to the left. Pages two and three of the program list the program events by date and time as well as the committee chairmen and pageant judges. Pages four and five list the princesses, their flag, and the group they represent. Page six of the program lists the escorts for the princesses. Page seven lists: San Jacinto State Par… more
Date: 1960-04-20/1960-04-21

[PASO endorsement convention booklet - 1968-03-15]

Description: PASO endorsement convention booklet. The convention was held March 15-16, 1962, at the Continental Hotel in Houston, Texas. The cover features a photo of John F. Kennedy and a quote from his inauguration speech, and the interior pages include congratulatory ads from various senators and other political representatives. Booklet also includes an introduction by State PASO Chairman, Roy Elizondo, and a program schedule.
Date: March 15, 1962
Creator: Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations (PASO)

[Connally Newsletter, Number 16, October 1, 1962]

Description: 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.
Date: October 1, 1962
Creator: John Connally for Governor Campaign

[Connally Newsletter, Number 18, October 23, 1962]

Description: Connally Newsletter issue number 18 giving updates on renewed Democratic interest and support, some back and forth between Jack Cox and John B. Connally's stance on the Trinity River Project, and guidance for how the reader can support the party. The bottom of the second page is a "Campaign Contribution Coupon" soliciting donations with an explanation of what kind of coverage donations of varying amounts could support.
Date: October 23, 1962
Creator: John Connally for Governor Campaign

[Program for Reception in Support of Lyndon Johnson - 1964]

Description: Program for the reception at the Rice Hotel for the All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee Honoring and Supporting President Lyndon B. Johnson. John J. Herrera is listed as a member of the Reception Committee. Speakers included: Mayor Louie Welch, Dr. Edward D. Re, Michael A. Musmanno, and Congressman Albert Thomas, with a benediction performed by Rabbi Marshall Bourg. Event sponsors are listed on the back. "L.B.J. for the U.S.A." is printed across the bottom of the program … more
Date: 1964
Creator: Democratic National Committee (U.S.)

[Program for Reception in Support of Lyndon Johnson - 1964]

Description: Program for the reception at the Rice Hotel for the All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee Honoring and Supporting President Lyndon B. Johnson. John J. Herrera is listed as a member of the Reception Committee. Speakers included: Mayor Louie Welch, Dr. Edward D. Re, Michael A. Musmanno, and Congressman Albert Thomas, with a benediction performed by Rabbi Marshall Bourg. Event sponsors are listed on the back. "L.B.J. for the U.S.A." is printed across the bottom of the program … more
Date: 1964
Creator: Democratic National Committee (U.S.)

[Program for Texas Inaugural Festivities, January 26, 1965]

Description: 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.
Date: January 26, 1965
Creator: 1965 Texas Inaugural Committee

[San Jacinto Day Program - 1965-04-21]

Description: Program for the San Jacinto Day Program held at San Jacinto Park on April 21, 1965. The cover of the program includes an illustration of the San Jacinto Monument and the title "Observing The 129th Anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto, April 21, 1836, Under the Aupsices of the San Jacinto Chapter Sons of the Republic of Texas and San Jacinto Chapter Daughters of the Republic of Texas." The interior lists the program details by time. The back of the program lists the members of the San Jacint… more
Date: April 21, 1965
Creator: Sons of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapter

[Brochure for Governor John B. Connally's Re-election Campaign]

Description: Campaign literature for Governor John B. Connally's re-election, listing his accomplishments from his previous term and quotes from newspapers about his administration. There are black-and-white photos of Connally with his family as well as him waving from the back of a convertible.
Date: 1966
Creator: Governor John Connally State Campaign Headquarters

[Texas LULAC State Convention Booklet - 1966]

Description: Program of the Texas League of United Latin American Citizens State Convention in El Paso, Texas on May 13-15, 1966. The convention is hosted by LULAC District Number 4. The booklet includes welcome letter by Alfred J. Hernandez, National President, and welcome letter by Alfred Jacques, District 4 Director. The booklet also includes numerous pages of advertisements and campaign endorsements, as well as handwritten notes on the back cover.
Date: 1966
Creator: League of United Latin American Citizens

[San Jacinto Day Program - 1967-04-21]

Description: Program for the San Jacinto Day Program held at San Jacinto State Park on April 21, 1967, celebrating the 131st anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto. The interior of the program lists the itinerary for the days events as well as the lyrics to the song, "Texas, Our Texas." Printed on the back of the program is the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Texas Flag. The back of the program also lists members and officers of San Jacinto Chapter,… more
Date: April 21, 1967
Creator: Sons of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapter

[Program for the Laredo LULAC Council Number 12 Installation Banquet - 1967-06-09]

Description: Program for the Laredo LULAC Council Number 12 Installation Banquet. The Banquet was held on June 9, 1967 at the Laredo Civic Center. The program includes a list of the incoming administration as well as the outgoing administration for Laredo LULAC Council No. 12. The main speaker was John Connally, Governor of Texas. Includes Governor Connally’s signature and an inscriptions to John Herrera.
Date: June 9, 1967
Creator: League of United Latin American Citizens

[Program for the Reception and Appreciation Dinner of Roberto Ornelas, National President of LULAC]

Description: Program for the reception and appreciation dinner honoring Roberto Ornelas, National President of the League of United Latin American Citizens. The appreciation dinner was held on October 1, 1967 at 4:00 pm at the Royal Manor in Beaumont, Texas. The program includes the LULAC Code and all committee members for the event. John J. Herrera spoke at the dinner as did other past LULAC National Presidents and two Congressmen.
Date: October 1, 1967
Creator: League of United Latin American Citizens

Victory '68, Volume 1, Number 3, October 11, 1968

Description: Campaign pamphlet, Victory '68, published by the Democratic National Committee (U.S.), Vol. 1, no. 3, October 11, 1968. This pamphlet was sent to Mike Herrera.
Date: October 11, 1968
Creator: Democratic National Committee (U.S.)
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