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- [Appointment of Jacob I. Rodriguez to position of LULAC National Director of Publicity and Editor of LULAC News by John J. Herrera, LULAC National President - July 20, 1952]
- Onionskin paper copy of appointment of Jacob I. Rodriguez to position of LULAC National Director of Publicity and Editor of LULAC News by John J. Herrera, LULAC National President, dated July 20, 1952.
- [Appointment of Reynaldo de la Garza to position of LULAC National Special Organizer At Large by John J. Herrera, LULAC National President - July 20, 1952]
- Onionskin carbon copy of the appointment of Reynaldo de la Garza to position of LULAC National Special Organizer At Large by John J. Herrera, LULAC National President, dated July 20, 1952.
- [Arizona LULAC List of Outstanding Debts as of June 30, 1975]
- LULAC list of outstanding debts as of June 30, 1975, related to impeachment charges against Joseph R. Benites, compiled on July 10, 1975.
- [Article for the Johnson/Humphrey Texas Campaigner - 1964-10-05]
- Short article to be sent to the Johnson-Humphrey Texas Campaigner describing the contributions of Latin Americans to the campaign, naming the chairmen and co-chairmen and who the speakers were at their first mass meeting in Houston.
- [Article on San Jacinto Day Celebration - April 22, 1958]
- Partial clipping of an article from The Houston Post covering the San Jacinto Day Celebration published on April 22, 1958. The article includes two photographs: a photo of Texas Governor Price Daniel addressing the audience and posed photo of Joyce and John J. Herrera and Governor Daniel with a memorial wreath. The article is a continuation from a previous page and the text is incomplete.
- [Articles of Impeachment against Joe Velez - June 7, 1977]
- Articles of Impeachment against Joe Velez, California State Director of LULAC on June 7, 1977, citing dereliction of duty and misappropriation of funds. Supporting documentation is attached and includes phone records, newspaper articles, collection notices and invoices.
- [Articles of Incorporation, League of United Latin American Citizens - 1930-05-04]
- Articles of Incorporation for the League of United Latin American Citizens dated May 4, 1930. The document states the organization's name and statement of purpose and is signed by LULAC's president and Secretary General, representatives from 20 LULAC Councils, and the Secretary of State of Texas.
- [Articles of Incorporation, League of United Latin American Citizens - 1930-05-04]
- Articles of Incorporation for the League of United Latin American Citizens dated May 4, 1930. The document states the organization's name and statement of purpose and is signed by LULAC's president and Secretary General, representatives from 20 LULAC Councils, and the Secretary of State of Texas.
- [Assumption Warranty Deed - 1975-03-19]
- Sale of Deed from Eloy Gerardo Torres to Rosita Isabel Torres in compliance with an order from the Court of Domestic Relations.
- [Attachment to letter from John J. Herrera to J.C. Machuca - 1954-01-19]
- Attachment to a letter from John J. Herrera to the Honorable J.C. Machuca where at the request of Machuca, Herrera summarizes his accomplishments as National President of LULAC. This attachment includes mention of the increase in the expansion of the organization as well as council formation, widespread increase in LULAC awareness, LULAC's involvement with the fight against the Pecos Texas School segregation and collaboration with other Latin American organizations.
- [Attendance Record of LULAC Council Number 34 - 1953]
- Handwriten attendance record of LULAC event in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Contains both names and addresses of men and women in attendance.
- [August 1971 calendar page]
- Calendar page for the month of August 1971. Two days have Xs marked on them; another two have been annotated with "VAC." Image printed on the back of this page, "Chief Takes Toll," would have accompanied the view of the September 1971 calendar page. Calendar belonged to Kenith L. Ballard.
- [Autograph from Jack B. Brooks to John J. Herrera]
- Autograph of Jack B. Brooks, U.S. Representative from Texas, given to John J. Herrera. Handwritten autograph: "To John J. Herrera - from your friend Jack Brooks."
- [Autographed speech by Martin Dies, Jr. - 1969-04-21]
- A typed, autographed copy of a speech by Martin Dies, Jr., delivered on San Jacinto Day, April 21, 1969. The inscription reads "To my friend and great [?] John Herrera, Martin Dies, Jr."
- [Automobile insurance invoice, Farmers Texas County Mutual Insurance Company]
- Automobile insurance invoice for John J. Herrera from Farmers Texas County Mutual Insurance Company. Policy insures a 1971 Chevrolet for 6 months effective November 11, 1978.
- [Automobile insurance policy, Farmers Texas County Mutual Insurance Company]
- Automobile insurance policy statement for John J. Herrera from Farmers Texas County Mutual Insurance Company. Policy insures a 1971 Chevrolet for 6 months effective November 11, 1978.
- [Badge for a delegate]
- A silk red badge for a delegate from an unknown conference.
- [Balance statement for Porfirio and Fransisca Vasquez. from L. M. Inkley Company - 1945-10-06]
- Card from L. M. Inkley Company printed with a statement balance as of September 30, 1945, for Porfirio and Fransisca Vasquez.
- [Balance Statement from DePrima, Aranda and De Leon Attorneys at Law to John J. Herrera, January 27, 1977]
- Balance Statement from DePrima, Aranda and De Leon, Attorneys at Law, to John J. Herrera. The statement includes fees for legal services and document reproduction.
- Banquet New Names
- List of invitees (or attendees) for John J. Herrera Testimonial Banquet. Document includes names, titles, employers, and occupations.
- [Benson Carbon and Ribbon Company Shipment Receipt - 1965-02-22]
- Copy of a shipment receipt for the delivery of a dozen typewriter ribbons to John J. Herrera.
- "Beware of the Hypocrites..."
- Campaign brochure documenting Congressman Bob Casey's congressional voting record on civil rights issues. The pamphlet equates Casey and Barry Goldwater.
- [BF form for clemency - 1961-06-24]
- Uncompleted form to request clemency from the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles.
- [BF form for clemency - 1961-06-24]
- Uncompleted form to request clemency from the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles.
- Big City Beat, by Maxine: Have Tongue, Will Tattle
- Newspaper article in the Houston Chronicle announcing that John J. Herrera will represent Buck C. Miller in his attempt to get on the ballot as a probate judge. The date of the article is presumed to be from early September 1962, but this has not been confirmed as the article itself is not dated.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from Custom Discount Carpets, Inc., April 9, 1964]
- Contract for services performed at the law offices of John J. Herrera by Custom Discount Carpets, Inc.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from the Fairway Motor Hotel - February 15, 1963]
- Hotel bill for John J. Herrera is for a room at the Fairway Motor Hotel in McAllen, Texas, on February 15, 16, 17, 1963 and listing a balance of $21.75.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from the Rice Hotel - 1976-10-10]
- Bill from Rice Hotel sent to John J. Herrera for charges related to the League of United Latin American Citizens Conference Banquet. The bill is dated October 10, 1976, with a balance of $26.50.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from the Rice Hotel - 1977-04-30]
- Bill from Rice Hotel directed to John J. Herrera. The bill is dated April 30, 1977, and indicates a previous unpaid balance of $307.39.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from the Rice Hotel - 1977-05-31]
- Bill from the Rice Hotel to John J. Herrera, dated May 31, 1977, regarding a previous balance of $307.39.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from the Rice Rittenhouse Hotel - 1977-03-31]
- Bill from Rice Rittenhouse Hotel to John J. Herrera, dated March 31, 1977, and indicates a previous outstanding balance of $307.39.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from the Richardson & Associates Reporting Company, February 15, 1977]
- Bill from Richardson & Associates Reporting Company for $100.00 for services rendered at a hearing for LULAC at the Rice Hotel on February 12, 1977. The bill is dated February 15, 1977. At the bottom of the bill, John J. Herrera typed a response indicating that this work was not authorized by him or anyone at League of United Latin American Citizens.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from West Publishing Company, August 28, 1978]
- Installment statement from West Publishing Company to John J. Herrera reflecting a balance of $183.29.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from West Publishing Company, December 27, 1978]
- Installment statement from West Publishing Company to John J. Herrera reflecting a balance of $63.29.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from West Publishing Company, January 26, 1979]
- Installment statement from West Publishing Company to John J. Herrera reflecting a balance of $33.29.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from West Publishing Company, November 29, 1978]
- Installment statement from West Publishing Company to John J. Herrera reflecting a balance of $93.29.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from West Publishing Company, October 26, 1978]
- Installment statement from West Publishing Company to John J. Herrera reflecting a balance of $123.29.
- [Bill for John J. Herrera from West Publishing Company, September 29, 1978]
- Installment statement from West Publishing Company to John J. Herrera reflecting a balance of $153.29.
- [Bill for LULAC from Sather Gate World Travel, February 25, 1977]
- Bill from Sather Gate World Travel of Berkeley, California To League of United Latin American Citizens, dated February 25, 1977, totaling $1,315.86.
- [Bill for Services Rendered for John J. Herrera by John H. Barron - April 14, 1947]
- Onionskin carbon copy of an itemized bill sent to John J. Herrera for services rendered by John Barron, Consulting Radio Engineers of Washington, D.C. Services rendered between March 5 through April 11, 1947 and totaled $906.05.
- [Bill for Services Rendered for John J. Herrera by John H. Barron - April 14, 1947]
- Onionskin carbon copy of an itemized bill sent to John J. Herrera for services rendered by John Barron, Consulting Radio Engineers of Washington, D.C. Services rendered between March 5 through April 11, 1947 and totaled $906.05.
- [Biographical Article on John J. Herrera]
- Biographical article on John J. Herrera from the Pan-American magazine, Volume 1, Number 4, January, 1945.
- Biographical Data of John B. Connally
- Detailed summary of the personal life, career (from service in World War II through appointment as Secretary of the Navy), and accomplishments of John B. Connally.
- Biographical information of Frank M. Pinedo
- Biographical information on Frank M. Pinedo, including education, military experiences, job history and memberships to organizations.
- [Biographical information on Dr. Martin Hames Bickham]
- Magazine article clipped from unknown magazine with biographical information about Dr. Martin Hayes Bickham. Scholar who studied social problems of American communities.
- Biographical Material: Clifton C. Carter of Bryan, Texas
- Biographical sketch of Clifton C. Carter, whom Senators Lyndon B. Johnson and John B. Connally had selected to recommended to the President for the position of United States Marshall of the Southern District of Texas. Included are Carter's family information, education, service history, current occupation, and community involvement.
- [Biographical Sketch of John M. Herrera]
- Document with biographical information about John M. Herrera's personal life, family, military service, education, career, affiliations, and references.
- [Biographies of John J. Herrera - 1952-10-04]
- Biographies of John J. Herrera. The first, two page biography on LULAC letterhead is dated October 4, 1952. The third page is a condensed, three paragraph biography.
- [Biography for Sargent Cleto Rodriguez]
- Military biography of Sgt. Cleto Rodriguez, recounting his heroic actions during the Battle for Manila. Note at end of document reads: "Currently he is associated with Project S.E.R. (Service, Employment, Rehabilitation) in San Antonio."
- [Biography of Ben F. Wilson]
- Biography of Judge Ben F. Wilson. The type-written document contains hand edits.