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John Connally deserves your vote in the runoff primary
Houston Chronicle editorial endorsing John B. Connally in the runoff primary elections, since the Chronicle's other choice, Price Daniel, did not make it into the runoff. Connally's qualifications as the newspaper sees them are explained, and the paper's reservations about Don Yarbrough are mentioned.
Date:
May 7, 1962
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[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.
Date:
October 1, 1962
Creator:
John Connally for Governor Campaign
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Connally Newsletter, Number 18, October 23, 1962]
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
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Bumper sticker for the re-election of Senator Ralph Yarborough]
Bumper sticker with red and white text on dark blue background supporting a second term for Ralph Yarborough in the U.S. Senate. The top line reads, "Vote Texan - Vote Democratic - Vote Ralph."
Date:
1964
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Image
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1964-02-12]
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 February 17.
Date:
February 12, 1964
Creator:
Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Lou Nora Spiller to John J. Herrera - 1961-06-27]
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 Commerce letterhead.
Date:
June 27, 1961
Creator:
Spiller, Lou Nora
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1961-07-07]
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
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1962-08-13]
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.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Sandra H. Padilla to John J. Herrera - 1962-05-18]
Letter from Sandra Padilla thanking John J. Herrera for the note appended to one of his letters to Senator Ralph Yarborough sending greetings to the office staff.
Date:
May 18, 1962
Creator:
Padilla, Sandra H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1964-01-13]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent to Ralph Yarborough in which Herrera pledges his support and thanks Yarborough on behalf of the LULACs for Yarborough's attendance of their reception on November 21, 1963, which President John F. Kennedy and his wife had attended. Herrera requests that Yarborough procure two flags which had been flown over the Capitol for two of the Houston Councils to receive. Herrera promises to send a copy of the December 1963 LULAC News which was dedicated to the late President Kennedy and in which Yarborough was frequently mentioned.
Date:
January 13, 1964
Creator:
Herrera, John J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1964-02-17]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera sent to Senator Ralph Yarborough accompanying the payment for the two flags procured for the Houston-area League of United Latin American Citizens councils.
Date:
February 17, 1964
Creator:
Herrera, John J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1962-02-12]
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
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to M. M. Hale - 1965-05-10]
Letter from Senator Ralph Yarborough recommending to United States Marshal M. M. Hale a Jesus E. Garcia for a Deputy Marshal. The letter notes a blind carbon copy sent to John J. Herrera, who is presumably the one alluded to who gave a high recommendation of Garcia to Yarborough.
Date:
May 10, 1965
Creator:
Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1961-02-02]
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
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Sandra Padilla - 1962-07-09]
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent to Sandra Padilla, a secretary in Senator Ralph Yarborough's office, thanking her for her letter and asking if she could arrange an appointment for Herrera with the Senator during his upcoming trip to Washington.
Date:
July 9, 1962
Creator:
Herrera, John J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Ralph Yarborough's Washington Report, 28th General Newsletter, December 16, 1963
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
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bob Casey to John J. Herrera - 1968-10-02]
Letter from Congressman Bob Casey to John J. Herrera, dated October 2, 1968, accompanying a letter Casey had received from the Legislative Counsel regarding Judge Alfred J. Hernandez.
Date:
October 2, 1968
Creator:
Casey, Robert R. (Robert Randolph), 1915-1986
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Barefoot Sanders to Bob Casey - 1968-10-01]
Letter from Barefoot Sanders, Legislative Counsel to the President, to Congressman Bob Casey, dated October 1, 1968. Sanders writes that the White House will consider Judge Alfred J. Hernandez for an ambassador post.
Date:
October 1, 1968
Creator:
Sanders, Barefoot, 1925-2009
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bob Casey to John J. Herrera - 1966-02-21]
Letter from Congressman Bob Casey to John J. Herrera, dated February 21, 1966, to accompany a message from President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Date:
February 21, 1966
Creator:
Casey, Robert R. (Robert Randolph), 1915-1986
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bob Casey to John M. Herrera - 1966-06-13]
Letter from Congressman Bob Casey to Michael Herrera, dated June 13, 1966. Casey encloses a letter from Cleburne Maier, who had recently interviewed Jesus E. Garcia. The position Garcia interviewed for does not have a current vacancy, but Maier was impressed with Garcia and suggests that he take the Federal Service Entrance Examination.
Date:
June 13, 1966
Creator:
Casey, Robert R. (Robert Randolph), 1915-1986 & Maier, Cleburne
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bob Casey to John J. Herrera - 1965-04-02]
Letter from Congressman Bob Casey to John J. Herrera, dated April 2, 1965, expressing appreciation of Herrera's friendship.
Date:
April 2, 1965
Creator:
Casey, Robert R. (Robert Randolph), 1915-1986
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bob Casey to John J. Herrera - 1960-09-16]
Letter from Congressman Bob Casey to John J. Herrera noting that a compilation of tax cases compiled by the Joint Committee on Taxation is enclosed for use in Herrera's law library.
Date:
September 16, 1960
Creator:
Casey, Robert R. (Robert Randolph), 1915-1986
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bob Casey to John J. Herrera - 1961-06-08]
Letter from Congressman Bob Casey to John J. Herrera. Casey offers to help Herrera's son, although Casey writes that "I'm sure I don't have to tell you that I haven't been here long enough to accumulate any patronage." Casey also offers to find some time for Herrera to visit in July.
Date:
June 8, 1961
Creator:
Casey, Robert R. (Robert Randolph), 1915-1986
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bob Casey to John J. Herrera - 1961-07-11]
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
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History