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[Notice of burial for Maria Cruz Garcia, April 4, 1914] (open access)

[Notice of burial for Maria Cruz Garcia, April 4, 1914]

Notice of burial for Maria Cruz Garcia, April 4, 1914 in San Antonio, Texas.
Date: April 4, 1914
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Flyer for the film “La Paloma"] (open access)

[Flyer for the film “La Paloma"]

Flyer for the film "La Paloma", giving a summary, cast list and details of the movie shown at Teatro Azteca. The film starred Medea de Novara as Empress Carlota.
Date: 1937
Creator: Azteca Films Distributing Company
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Program for League of United Latin American Citizens Banquet Honoring President General George I. Sánchez] (open access)

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

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
Program of the Regional State Convention of the League of United Latin American Citizens, August 29, 1943 (open access)

Program of the Regional State Convention of the League of United Latin American Citizens, August 29, 1943

Program for the League of United Latin American Citizens Regional State Convention held at the Arabia Temple in Houston, Texas, on August 29, 1943.
Date: August 29, 1943
Creator: League of United Latin American Citizens
System: The Portal to Texas History
Leland Olds: The Record vs. The Propaganda (open access)

Leland Olds: The Record vs. The Propaganda

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[San Jacinto Monument brochure] (open access)

[San Jacinto Monument brochure]

San Jacinto Monument and state park brochure from 1949. Includes information about the battleground, the construction of the monument, the Museum of History, and the Battleship Texas.
Date: 1949
Creator: San Jacinto Museum of History Association
System: The Portal to Texas History
Unlimited Debate: The Last Defense of Reason (open access)

Unlimited Debate: The Last Defense of Reason

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Minutes of a state convention of Latin American leaders] (open access)

[Minutes of a state convention of Latin American leaders]

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
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[San Jacinto Day Program - 1954-04-21] (open access)

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

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[San Jacinto Day Program with address by John J. Herrera - 1955-04-21] (open access)

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

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.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[San Jacinto Day Program - 1958-04-21] (open access)

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

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Pamphlet for Coram Nobis and Similar Post-Conviction Remedies] (open access)

[Pamphlet for Coram Nobis and Similar Post-Conviction Remedies]

Pamphlet advertising Deputy Clerk Eli Frank's text on Coram Nobis in the context of modern law, with optional 1960 supplement available.
Date: 1960
Creator: Frank, Eli
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Program for San Jacinto Day Celebration - 1960-04] (open access)

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

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 Park Commission, San Jacinto Museum of History Association, Color Guard, Parade Marshall, and Parade Participants. The back cover of the program has an illustration of the six flags over Texas and the statue of Sam Houston on horseback.
Date: 1960-04-20/1960-04-21
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[PASO endorsement convention booklet - 1968-03-15] (open access)

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

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)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Connally Newsletter, Number 16, October 1, 1962] (open access)

[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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Connally Newsletter, Number 18, October 23, 1962] (open access)

[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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Program for Reception in Support of Lyndon Johnson - 1964] (open access)

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

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 pages.
Date: 1964
Creator: Democratic National Committee (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Program for Reception in Support of Lyndon Johnson - 1964] (open access)

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

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 pages.
Date: 1964
Creator: Democratic National Committee (U.S.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Program for Texas Inaugural Festivities, January 26, 1965] (open access)

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

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[San Jacinto Day Program - 1965-04-21] (open access)

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

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 Jacinto Chapters of the Sons of the Republic of Texas and the Daughters of the Republic of Texas.
Date: April 21, 1965
Creator: Sons of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Brochure for Governor John B. Connally's Re-election Campaign] (open access)

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

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Campaign brochure for Romeo Vera for Texas State Director of LULAC - 1966] (open access)

[Campaign brochure for Romeo Vera for Texas State Director of LULAC - 1966]

Campaign brochure for Romeo Vera for Texas State Director of the League of United Latin American Citizens, 1966. It includes biographical information, a summary of his qualifications, and his running platform.
Date: 1966
Creator: Vera, Romeo
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Texas LULAC State Convention Booklet - 1966] (open access)

[Texas LULAC State Convention Booklet - 1966]

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
System: The Portal to Texas History
[San Jacinto Day Program - 1967-04-21] (open access)

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

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, Sons of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, and Harris County Historical Survey Committee.
Date: April 21, 1967
Creator: Sons of the Republic of Texas, San Jacinto Chapter
System: The Portal to Texas History