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.

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."

Onionskin carbon copy of a letter to Judge Ralph Yarborough (now a Senator-elect) suggesting that, if Yarborough has not hired all of his staff yet, Frank M. Picedo could be a good Latin American addition, discussing his qualifications and character.

Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera congratulating Frank "Frankie" M. Pinedo and his wife on the birth of their son. Herrera also informs Pinedo that he had recently sent Senator-elect Ralph Yarborough his recommendation of Pinedo.

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.

Letter from Lt. Colonel Forrest I. Rettgers informing Senator Ralph Yarborough that Pfc. John M. Herrera's application for early release to attend summer school had been denied. The letter is typed on letterhead for the Department of the Army, Office of the Secretary of the Army. The letter was stamped by Yarborough's office with the date it was received.

Letter from T. W. "Buckshot" Lane relaying to John J. Herrera the situation with a Mr. Franks paying for court costs, which Herrera would be handling, in relation to an unspecified "note."

Document is an amendment to the League of United Latin American Citizens charter that is dated September 13, 1957. The amendment indicates a change in the governing body, approves the use of "LULAC" as the corporation's non-official name, defines the principal office location, and outlines membership stock by class of member.

Document is an amendment to the League of United Latin American Citizens charter that is dated September 13, 1957. The amendment indicates a change in the governing body, approves the use of "LULAC" as the corporation's non-official name, defines the principal office location, and outlines membership stock by class of member.

Letter from John J. Herrera to George Sánchez regarding Gus, a mutual acquaintance. Gus is staying with Herrera at Herrera's home since being discharged from the hospital and his health is improving. The law firm of Herrera and Garcia has moved to a new place. Herrera is seriously considering a run for the legislature and will have Gus take care of his law business and his speech making. Gus and Herrera would like to go to Austin to discuss the Harris County political situation with Sánchez .

Letter from George I. Sánchez to John J. Herrera, asking if Gus was working with Herrera, and to let him know Nora's address. Sánchez also wants to know if Patrick Malan of the American Civil Liberties Union met Herrera in Houston.

Document contains the sworn statement from Ernest Rosales. Rosales describes the events related to a fight and a shooting. Statement is notarized by John J. Herrera.

Document critiquing remarks made by League of United Latin American Citizens National President Felix Tijerina to the newspaper "El Norte de la Cuidad de Monterrey" in Nuevo León, Mexico.

Letter from John J. Herrera to Philip J. Montalbo, dated June 14, 1957. In the letter, Herrera addresses Montalbo's recent letter to LULAC members and his views on House Bill 231.

Letter from Pete Tijerina to John J. Herrera, typed on League of Latin American Citizens letterhead and dated July 17, 1957.

Text of a speech delivered by John J. Herrera at the Installation LULAC Banquet held at Mengle Hotel in San Antonio, Texas, on June 1, 1957.

Draft of a speech delivered by John J. Herrera at the Installation LULAC Banquet held at Mengle Hotel in San Antonio, Texas, on June 1, 1957.

Letter from John J. Herrera to Philip J. Montalbo, dated June 14, 1957. In the letter, Herrera addresses Montalbo's recent letter to LULAC members and his views on House Bill 231.

Letter from Dr. Hector P. Garcia to Felix Tijerina, copied to John J. Herrera, and dated September 18, 1957.

Speech by John J. Herrera, LULAC Past National President, at the LULAC Installation Banquet held in the Menden Hotel of San Antonio, Texas, on June 1, 1957. This contains only pages one and two of the speech. The speech concerns the continuing fight against discrimination and the lack of opposition by LULAC leadership against the passage of House Bill 231. Praises Senators Kazen and Gonzales for their fight against this bill.

Funeral program for Julius Thomas Brown. The funeral was held Friday, January 4, 1957 at St. James A. M. E. Church, officiated by Rev. E. E. Coates, Minister. Funeral arrangements were made through Lewis Funeral Home and he was buried in Southern Memorial Park in San Antonio, Texas.

Funeral program for Mrs. Millie A. Carter, died July 1957. The funeral was held July 6, 1957 at Zion Star Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Jas. M. Jordan. The funeral arrangements were made through Sutton-Sutton Mortuary and she was buried in Eastview Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas.

Copy negative of Danevang School in Danevang, Texas, which is located in Wharton County.

Studio portrait photograph of a woman, identified as Wanda Swendsen, in a well-lit space. She has short brown hair and smiles at the camera openly. She wears gold earrings, gold necklace, and a thick, cable-knit sweater over a grid-pattern collar shirt. Accompanying information states: "Wanda Swendsen Plentl, daughter of Fred and Marie Swendsen of Danevang, was organist at Danevang Lutheran Church during the tenure of Mrs. Verner Petersen in 1957-1960. She graduated from El Campo High School in 1961. After four years of college, she returned for an extended period of time as organist -- era 1966-1985."