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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.
Date:
1962-09~
Creator:
Mesinger, Maxine
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Campaign letter for John B. Connally from Dan Walton, Chairman of the Harris County Connally for Governor Committee]
Letter from the Chairman of the Harris County Connally for Governor Campaign to fill out and return a card enclosed with the letter as part of supporting Connally. The letter is typed on letterhead for the John Connally for Governor campaign.
Date:
1962
Creator:
Walton, Dan
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Campaign letter from John B. Connally to John J. Herrera - 1962-05-19]
General letter from John B. Connally to his supporters thanking them for the lead he gained in the primaries and urging their continued dedication during the lead-in to the run-off election. The letter is typed on "John Connally for Governor" letterhead.
Date:
May 19, 1962
Creator:
Connally, John Bowden, 1917-1993
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Connally jumps on 'outsiders' meddling'
Article about a rally in Amarillo at which John B. Connally decried "'out-of-state' meddling in Texas politics" as a counter to his opponent's charges that he represented Eastern interests.
Date:
May 23, 1962
Creator:
Boyd, Lou
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
[Copy of editorial "Bandwagon has gone, Mr. Commissioner," from the San Antonio Evening News, September 21, 1962]
Reproduction of an editorial from the San Antonio Evening News criticizing Albert A. Peña, Jr. and his Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations (PASO) organization for being derailed from their purpose, for not responding to the desires of most Latinos, and inability to solidify a party plank.
Date:
September 21, 1962
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Clipping
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Democratic Party election reminder card - 1962]
Reminder card for the election on June 2, 1962 suggesting the "Good Democrats" to vote for for several positions.
Date:
1962
Creator:
Democratic Party (U.S.)
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Envelope from Mr. and Mrs. Roberto Vasquez to Mr. and Mrs. John J. Herrera - 1962-12-22]
Envelope from Mr. and Mrs. Roberto Vasquez addressed to Mr. and Mrs. John J. Herrera and postmarked in Crown Point, Indiana, on December 22, 1962.
Date:
December 22, 1962
Creator:
Vasquez, Roberto & Vasquez, Ann
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Excerpts from the Federal Housing Administration, Mortgagees' Handbook]
Excerpts from the Federal Housing Administration, Mortgagees' Handbook, chapter XIV 1406-1407. An attached note addressed to John J. Herrera states that these excerpts can be used as a basis for appeal on grounds of "forebearance".
Date:
September 1962
Creator:
United States. Federal Housing Administration
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Harris County PASO Bulletin, February 6, 1962]
Newsletter for the Political Association of Spanish Speaking Organizations covering the current news, noting an important meeting in February to select delegates for the convention. There are several reminders to members to pay poll taxes and member dues. John J. Herrera, along with Rafael Moreno, are specifically thanked for their efforts with the LULAC Hour on KLVL urging listeners to pay poll taxes.
Date:
February 6, 1962
Creator:
Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Harris County PASO newsletter - 1962-10]
Harris County PASO newsletter from October 1962. Articles include Gonzalez at PASO Anniversary and photos of John F. Kennedy being welcomed on his first visit to Houston by the Viva! Kennedy club.
Date:
October 1962
Creator:
Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Internal Revenue Service Form 1024 - 1962]
U. S. Treasury Department-Internal Revenue Service Form 1024, Exemption Application, revised in June 1962.
Date:
1962
Creator:
United States. Internal Revenue Service
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
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
[Letter from A.D. Covin to George Carmack - 1962-02-24]
Copy of a letter to George Carmack from A.D. Covin in response to an editorial in the Houston Press about a statement made by Robert Kennedy about Texas and its annexation. Covin claims that Kennedy's comments were critical of the expansionist policies of the United States, and not the annexation of Texas. Covin claims that the article is overlooking some historical facts (on which Kennedy's comments are based), namely that the United States instigated the Mexican War and forced Mexico to cede Texas to the United States in pursuit of Manifest Destiny.
Date:
February 24, 1962
Creator:
Covin, A.D.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Albert A. Peña, Jr. to Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations members - 1962-09-26]
Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations Chairman Albert A. Peña, Jr. addresses the organization's members in light of a recent editorial, a copy of which has been enclosed, which disparaged both Peña and the PASO organization. Peña urges members to attend an October meeting in San Antonio to make a solid showing of viability.
Date:
September 26, 1962
Creator:
Peña, Albert A., Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Albert Pena, Jr. announcing PASO convention - 1962-02-02]
Generic letter from Albert A. Peña, Jr. announcing the first statewide convention of Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations to select candidates to endsorse. Peña invites any who have formed or intend to form a PASO group to attend. The letter is typed on County of Bexar letterhead.
Date:
February 2, 1962
Creator:
Peña, Albert A., Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Albert Thomas to John J. Herrera - 1962-07-16]
Letter from Albert Thomas to John J. Herrera. Thomas writes on hearing that Herrera will be visiting Washington, D.C. from July 19 to August 1, 1962. Thomas writes that he would be delighted to see Herrera and asks Herrera to call in the afternoon. Handwritten in pencil on top of the letter: "Call back afternoon."
Date:
July 16, 1962
Creator:
Thomas, Albert, 1898-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Carmen Lopez to John J. Herrera - 1962-05-18]
Letter from Carmen Lopez, Secretary of Ladies LULAC Council No. 22, to John J. Herrera, dated May 18, 1962, and typed on League of United Latin American Citizens letterhead. The letter invites Herrera to attend the LULAC District Convention to be held at the Shamrock Hilton Hotel on May 20, 1962.
Date:
May 18, 1962
Creator:
Lopez, Carmen
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ed Idar, Jr. to John J. Herrera, page two - 1962-02-13]
Second page of a letter from Ed Idar, Jr., to John J. Herrera giving Herrera updates on Texas politics. Idar, Jr. mentions that John B. Connally and Will Wilson "fell flat on their faces" during their committee interviews, but speaks positively of Price Daniel's comportment. Dr. George Sanchez is mentioned as defying the majority and attempting to split their group.
Date:
February 13, 1962
Creator:
Idar, Eduardo, Jr.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Genaro Flores to PASO members - May 28, 1962]
Letter from the Harris County Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations (P.A.S.O.), signed by chairman Genaro Flores, urging PASO members to vote in the upcoming election. An inset box provides the names of endorsed candidates and a postscript invites members to attend a free barbecue event for candidate Don Yarborough.
Date:
May 28, 1962
Creator:
Harris County Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Hector P. Garcia to PASO members and friends - 1962]
Letter from Hector P. Garcia to PASO members and friends that describes the events of a special meeting that was held in San Antonio. Garcia states that PASO decided to continue to support Tom Reavley for Attorney General and Woodrow Bean for congressman in the upcoming run-off election of June 2, 1962.
Date:
1962
Creator:
Garcia, Hector P., -1996
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henry B. Gonzalez endorsing Jimmy Turman - 1962-05]
Campaign letter from Congressman Henry B. Gonzalez endorsing Jimmy Turman for Lieutenant Governor of Texas.
Date:
May 1962
Creator:
Gonzalez, Henry B. (Henry Barbosa), 1916-2000
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J. B. Casas to John J. Herrera - 1962-04-12]
Letter from J.B. Casas to John J. Herrera. Casas philosophizes and discusses his problems to his friend, Herrera.
Date:
April 12, 1962
Creator:
Casas, J.B.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History