[Political cartoon of Jerry Falwell]

This document includes a political cartoon featuring Jerry Falwell, published in the Austin American-Statesman. The cartoon depicts Falwell in pajamas praying at his bed. "Jerry Falwell" is written on the headboard of the bed; a portrait of Falwell hangs above the headboard. A lamp, a Mickey Mouse doll, and a copy of the Bible are on the nightstand beside the bed. The cartoon's caption (Falwell's prayer) reads, "We thank thee for the gifts of thy bountiful herpes and thine blessed AIDS, O, Lord...Now send us something for all the other weirdos." To the right of the kneeling Falwell, the speech balloon of a character with an elongated nose reads, "Our cup runneth over". An unknown artist's signature is included in the upper right of the cartoon. "19 July 83- Austin American Statesman - Falwell" is printed vertically to the right of the cartoon. The following is printed below the cartoon: "Please return this cartoon to the Dallas Gay/Lesbian Historic Archives. 6146 St. Moritz, Dallas, Texas 75214".
Date: July 19, 1983
Creator: Austin American-Statesman
Object Type: Artwork
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Mark White to Richard Peeples - July 7, 1977] (open access)

[Letter from Mark White to Richard Peeples - July 7, 1977]

Letter from Mark White, Secretary of State, to Richard Peeples accepting the articles of incorporation for the Dallas Gay Political Caucus.
Date: July 7, 1977
Creator: White, Mark A.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library

[21.06 Trial]

Photograph of Jim Barber (left), Don Baker (middle) and Bill Nelson (right) seated behind a table during the 21.06 trial in 1982. Unidentified persons are visible from the back, in the foreground.
Date: 1982
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The UNT Digital Library
["Bush, gay Republican group make amends" article, April 12, 2000] (open access)

["Bush, gay Republican group make amends" article, April 12, 2000]

An article, written by Christopher Lee for The Dallas Morning News, about the a meeting between Presidential candidate George W. Bush and gay and lesbian Republican supporters. The piece includes remarks from advocates and past policies held by Bush.
Date: April 12, 2000
Creator: Lee, Christopher
Object Type: Article
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis, July 6, 1994] (open access)

[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis, July 6, 1994]

A letter from George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis thanking him for his contribution to his first campaign for Governor of Texas. Bush also includes a quick update of the campaign and mentions their friendship. At the bottom, below his signature, Bush wrote a note that reads "@ me again (unclear)".
Date: July 6, 1994
Creator: Bush, George W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
["Bush Says He Won't Hesitate to Appoint Gays to Jobs" article, April 14, 2000] (open access)

["Bush Says He Won't Hesitate to Appoint Gays to Jobs" article, April 14, 2000]

An article, written by Terry M. Neal for The Washington Post, that covers the then presidential candidate George W. Bush's opinion and policy surrounding gay and lesbian workers and applicants. The piece notes the work Bush's campaign group did in the lead-up to his meeting with the Log Cabin Republicans and cites Bush's previous interviews and stances on the topics.
Date: April 14, 2000
Creator: Neal, Terry M.
Object Type: Article
System: The UNT Digital Library
[New York Times National Report, April 9, 1999] (open access)

[New York Times National Report, April 9, 1999]

An article in The New York Times National Report written by Richard L. Berke about the conversation around gay issues in Texas. Featured are Governor George Bush's views on gay issues and Charles C. Francis' approval of Bush as well as others in the Republican Party who have spoken on the issue.
Date: April 9, 1999
Creator: Berke, Richard L.
Object Type: Article
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles Francis, May 18, 2000] (open access)

[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles Francis, May 18, 2000]

A letter from Governor George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis thanking him for organizing a meeting between him and gay and lesbian republicans. The letter also mentions their friendship and is signed with marker on the bottom.
Date: May 18, 2000
Creator: Bush, George W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles Francis, June 30, 1995] (open access)

[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles Francis, June 30, 1995]

A letter from George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis thanking him for his support throughout Bush's campaign and inviting him to stop by for a visit at the governor's mansion when he's in town. It is signed at the bottom by Bush and is typed on 'Office of the Governor' stationery.
Date: June 30, 1995
Creator: Bush, George W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
["Meeting pleases Bush, gay supporters" article, April 14, 2000] (open access)

["Meeting pleases Bush, gay supporters" article, April 14, 2000]

An article, written by Christopher Lee for The Dallas Morning News, that covers a recent meeting between presidential candidate George W. Bush and gay and lesbian Republicans. The piece takes quotes from different officials and supporters.
Date: April 14, 2000
Creator: Lee, Christopher
Object Type: Clipping
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Laura Bush to Charles Francis, August 24, 2000] (open access)

[Letter from Laura Bush to Charles Francis, August 24, 2000]

A letter from Laura W. Bush to Charles C. Francis thanking him for a previous letter and for his support during the campaign. The letter was typed on Bush's own stationery and her signature is at the bottom.
Date: August 24, 2000
Creator: Bush, Laura W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis, March 7, 1994] (open access)

[Letter from George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis, March 7, 1994]

A letter from George W. Bush to Charles C. Francis about his support during Bush's original run for Texas Governor. At the bottom of the letter, which is signed by Bush, is a handwritten note that reads "Charles, my man, thanks so very much! I appreciate your help".
Date: March 7, 1994
Creator: Bush, George W.
Object Type: Letter
System: The UNT Digital Library
["Bush meets with gay Republicans" article, April 2000] (open access)

["Bush meets with gay Republicans" article, April 2000]

An article, written by Jay Root for the Fort Worth Star Telegram, about a meeting between presidential candidate George W. Bush and gay and lesbian Republican supporters. The piece includes responses of leaders in the Republican party and others.
Date: April 2000
Creator: Root, Jay
Object Type: Clipping
System: The UNT Digital Library
["Bush, GOP gays call visit positive" article, April 14, 2000] (open access)

["Bush, GOP gays call visit positive" article, April 14, 2000]

An article, written by Judy Keen and Jill Lawrence for USA Today, about a campaign meeting between presidential candidate George W. Bush and gay and lesbian Republican supporters. The article includes a picture of Bush with two of these supporters.
Date: April 14, 2000
Creator: Keen, Judy & Lawrence, Jill
Object Type: Article
System: The UNT Digital Library
[News Clip: George W. Bush campaign coverage] captions transcript

[News Clip: George W. Bush campaign coverage]

Video of a WFAA newscast covering George W. Bush's first presidential campaign and meetings with his Republican LGBT supporters.
Date: April 14, 2000
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Video
System: The UNT Digital Library
[News Clips: George W. Bush and Gay Republicans] captions transcript

[News Clips: George W. Bush and Gay Republicans]

Video recording of a "Fox News Live" broadcast, a broadcast of "The World Today" from CNN, and a "CBS Morning News" broadcast, all covering the George W. Bush presidential campaign. The reporters discuss his upcoming meeting with John McCain, his meeting with gay republicans, and other policy points that Bush is working towards.
Date: April 14, 2000
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Video
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Aerial map of Austin, Texas]

An aerial map of Austin, Texas in black and white. The map displays streets, roads and buildings in addition to having Woolridge Park highlighted in yellow.
Date: 199X
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Map
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Press Release: THRF elects Dick Peeples as new president] (open access)

[Press Release: THRF elects Dick Peeples as new president]

Documents from the Texas Human Rights Foundation announcing Dick Peeples as the new president of the board.
Date: April 9, 1990
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Tim Brown phone call] (open access)

[Tim Brown phone call]

A document from Tim Brown highlighting facts on a loan made by the March on Austin Committee.
Date: August 13, 1991
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Drawing of two people sitting in behind booth]

A drawing of two people sitting in behind a booth with the sign "March on Austin" written above them. The person on the left wears a pair of glasses and has their armed stretched in front of them while signing a paper. The person on the right also wear glasses, has a mustache, and sits in front of a small "Loans" sign. The artist's signature is seen below the drawn table.
Date: 19XX
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Artwork
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Map: Austin] (open access)

[Map: Austin]

A map of downtown Austin.
Date: 1989
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[March on Austin debt] (open access)

[March on Austin debt]

A group of documents pertaining to the March on Austin debt, Gilbert Casillas' resignation from the March on Austin Committee, and other controversies.
Date: 199X
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Handwritten Notes: Chris Orr contact information] (open access)

[Handwritten Notes: Chris Orr contact information]

A paper with handwritten contact information of Chris Orr from an insurance organization in Austin, Texas.
Date: 1999
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library
[Announcement for press conference at Austin, Texas] (open access)

[Announcement for press conference at Austin, Texas]

A document announcing a press conference at the State Capitol Building in Austin, Texas pertaining to Baker v. Wade final verdict.
Date: 19XX
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The UNT Digital Library