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[Letter from John J. Herrera to Juan Ante - 1961-05-18]

Description: Letter from John J. Herrera soliciting Juan Ante's support for Bill Blakley in the upcoming run-off primary. Herrera names several strengths of Blakley and expresses his concerns for the possibility of the Republican candidate being elected instead, who has been ignoring the Latin Americans of Texas in Herrera's estimation.
Date: May 18, 1961
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1964-02-12]

Description: Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera, informing Herrera that two flags are being sent for the Houston Council #60 and Houston Downtown Council #389, the price for which was payable to the Keeper of the Stationery. Yarborough also commends Herrera and his son, John Michael, for their work in LULAC and offers congratulations for LULAC's 35th anniversary. The letter is typed on United States Senate Committee on Commerce letterhead. A handwritten note adds that a reply was sent on Februa… more
Date: February 12, 1964
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Lou Nora Spiller to John J. Herrera - 1961-06-27]

Description: Letter to John J. Herrera written by Lou Nora Spiller on behalf of Senator Ralph Yarborough assuring Herrera that his letter had been received and directed to the Senator for his attention, as had the photograph sent to be autographed. Spiller also offers assistance for Herrera's trip to Washington, D.C. with his family, advising him to make a reservation for touring the FBI and mentions sending other tourist materials separately. The letter is typed on United States Senate Committee on Commerc… more
Date: June 27, 1961
Creator: Spiller, Lou Nora
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1961-07-07]

Description: Letter from Senator Ralph Yarborough thanking John J. Herrera for his recommendation of Louis G. Jasso for United States Marshal for the Southern District of Texas and assuring Herrera that Jasso would receive consideration. At the start of the letter, Herrera has been crossed out and "John" written in by the Senator. The letter is typed on letterhead for the United States Senate Committee on Commerce.
Date: July 7, 1961
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1962-08-13]

Description: Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent to Senator Ralph Yarborough thanking him for his hospitality during John J. Herrera's recent visit to Washington. Herrera assures Yarborough that he will cherish the books Yarborough gave him and has referred to them several times already.
Date: August 13, 1962
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1957-03-09]

Description: 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.
Date: March 9, 1957
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1957-04-06]

Description: 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."
Date: April 6, 1957
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1962-02-12]

Description: Letter from Senator Ralph Yarborough thanking John J. Herrera for sending him a copy of the resolution passed by the LULAC Convention as well as Herrera's support in Yarborough deciding not to enter the race for governor. The letter originally accompanied a copy of Yarborough's statement on that matter.
Date: February 12, 1962
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1961-02-02]

Description: Letter from Ralph Yarborough in response to John J. Herrera's earlier question about assisting his son, John Michael Herrera, in procuring employment in Washington, D.C. in order to facilitate his further education. Yarborough informs Herrera that he does not have any vacant positions and explains the difficulty of gaining employment without the presence of the appointee. Yarborough urges Herrera to have his son get in touch if he comes to Washington.
Date: February 2, 1961
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1957-06-04]

Description: Letter from Senator Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera to accompany a letter sent to Yarborough after his conference with the Department of the Army. Yarborough assures Herrera that he will continue trying to help Herrera's son. A handwritten note appended to the bottom assures Herrera that Yarborough is not quitting and knows they are both accustomed to fighting on.
Date: June 4, 1957
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to Hector P. Garcia - 1955-04-19]

Description: 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.
Date: April 19, 1955
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

Ralph Yarborough's Washington Report, 28th General Newsletter, December 16, 1963

Description: The 28th general newsletter from Ralph Yarborough including a photograph from President Kennedy's last speech (Senator Yarborough, Governor John B. Connally, and Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson are visible behind the president), a copy of Yarborough's eulogy for Kennedy from Congressional record of December 11, 1963, and a handwritten greeting explaining that out of respect to Kennedy's death, this newsletter would stand in for a normal cheerful Christmas greeting.
Date: December 16, 1963
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Item Type: Refine your search to only Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to T. W. "Buckshot" Lane - 1955-12-21]

Description: Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter sent in response to Sheriff T. W. "Buckshot" Lane, assuring him of John J. Herrera's support for Culp Krueger for State Senate. Herrera goes on to say that he feels Krueger is "missing the boat" with Texas Latinos by not helping their mutual friend Abel Cisneros, going on at length about Cisneros's virtues and the unfairness of his situation.
Date: December 21, 1955
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Bob Casey to John J. Herrera - 1961-07-11]

Description: Letter from Congressman Bob Casey, thanking John J. Herrera for his recommendation of Louis Jasso for the position of U. S. marshal. Casey writes that he does not have a say in such positions, and recommends Herrera write to Senator Ralph Yarborough and Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Date: July 11, 1961
Creator: Casey, Robert R. (Robert Randolph), 1915-1986
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda to Alsonso S. Perales - 1947-04-11]

Description: Onionskin carbon copy of the letter sent by Dr. Carlos E. Castañeda to Alonso S. Perales in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Castañeda discusses the special election for the State Senate and the possibility of John J. Herrera running as a candidate. Castañeda provides details for obtaining votes and financial support for Herrera's campaign.
Date: April 11, 1947
Creator: Castañeda, Carlos E.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library
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