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Jim Wright for U.S. Senate
Following the 1960 presidential election, a special election was held to fill the United States Senate seat vacated by then Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson. This telecast from May 1961 promotes the candidacy of Jim Wright, who was then serving in the United States House of Representatives from Texas’ 12th congressional district. The election drew a field of 71 potential candidates, with Republican John G. Tower narrowly defeating interim appointee and Democrat William Blakely in a runoff election. (As a result, Tower became the first Republican senator from Texas since Reconstruction.) Wright finished in third place.
Date:
May 1961
Creator:
Jim Wright Campaign
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Southwestern Historical Quarterly, Volume 64, July 1960 - April, 1961
The Texas State Historical Association Quarterly Report includes "Papers read at the meetings of the Association, and such other contributions as may be accepted by the Committee" (volume 1, number 1). These include historical sketches, biographical material, personal accounts, and other research. Index is located at the end of the volume starting on page 545.
Date:
1961
Creator:
Texas State Historical Association
Object Type:
Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Houston Post article of W.L. Clayton's eulogy to Dag Hammarskjold]
Houston Post article about secretary general of the United Nations Dag Hammarskjold's memorial service in which William Lockhart Clayton delivered a eulogy. William Lockhart Clayton is pictured.
Date:
September 30, 1961
Creator:
The Houston Post
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Telegram from Amon G. Carter to John J. Herrera - 1961-02-21]
Western Union Telegram from Amon G. Carter inviting John J. Herrera to lunch at The Houston Club, during which he would be willing to introduce Herrera to Congressman Jim Wright. Carter mentions his agreement with the Harris County Campaign Chairman Johnny Mitchell that it was important to know the major candidate personally.
Date:
February 21, 1961
Creator:
Carter, Amon G.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Juan Ante - 1961-05-18]
Letter from John J. Herrera soliciting Juan Ante's support for Bill Blakley in the upcoming run-off primary. Herrera names several strengths of Blakley and expresses his concerns for the possibility of the Republican candidate being elected instead, who has been ignoring the Latin Americans of Texas in Herrera's estimation.
Date:
May 18, 1961
Creator:
Herrera, John J.
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 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 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
[Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera - 1961-01-23]
Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera, dated January 23, 1961, and printed on Bonilla, Davis & De Ases letterhead. The letter solicits support from Herrera for Bonilla's candidacy for State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens.
Date:
January 23, 1961
Creator:
Bonilla, William D.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Andrew Espinosa, Jr. - 1961-03-01]
Letter from John J. Herrera to Andrew Espinosa, Jr., dated March 1, 1961. The letter indicates that Herrera forwarded Espinosa's previous letter to William D. Bonilla, the new State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens.
Date:
March 1, 1961
Creator:
Herrera, John J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to William D. Bonilla - 1961-03-01]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to William D. Bonilla, dated March 1, 1961. Herrera congratulates Bonilla on his election as State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens. Herrera refers to an enclosed letter from Andrew Espinosa, Jr.
Date:
March 1, 1961
Creator:
Herrera, John J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William D. Bonilla to Andrew Espinosa Jr. - 1961-05-24]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from William D. Bonilla to Andrew Espinosa Jr., dated May 24, 1961. Bonilla informs Espinosa, Jr. of his schedule and indicates that the letter has been copied to John J. Herrera.
Date:
May 24, 1961
Creator:
Bonilla, William D.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera - 1961-11-01]
Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera, dated November 1, 1961. The letter refers to discrimination on the part of the School Superintendent in Columbus, Texas, and asks for Herrera's assistance in planning the action League of United Latin American Citizens will be taking.
Date:
November 1, 1961
Creator:
Bonilla, William D.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from J. B. Casas to John J. Hererra - 1961-08-04]
Letter from J. B. Casas to John J. Hererra, dated August 8, 1961. Casas gives Herrera an update on his life and business and asks about the Herrera family.
Date:
August 4, 1961
Creator:
Casas, J. B.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from R. L. Gaston to John J. Herrera - 1961-10-23]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from R. L. Gaston, Sheriff of Fort Bend County, to John J. Herrera, dated October 23, 1961. The letter is regarding County Court Cause #10,131, State vs. Arnulfo J. Serrana. The letter refers to an enclosed check which refunds $10 paid in excess of the $86 fine which was due in this case.
Date:
October 23, 1961
Creator:
Gaston, R. L.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera - 1961-11-01]
Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera, dated November 1, 1961, and typed on "State Director of LULAC for Texas" letterhead. In the letter, Bonilla refers to the issue of discrimination in schools in Columbus, Texas, and the committee being sent to Herrera's office on November 4, 1961.
Date:
November 1, 1961
Creator:
Bonilla, William B.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Report from Lorenzo Diaz Representing LULAC at Houston Council for Human Relations on Housing
Report from Lorenzo Diaz, who represented LULAC at the Houston Council for Human Relations on Housing, handwritten on lined, notebook paper. The report recounts attendees and events of the meeting held on November 4, 1961. The report also includes Diaz's recommendations based on the events of the meetings.
Date:
November 4, 1961
Creator:
Diaz, Lorenzo
Object Type:
Report
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Latin American citizens to John J. Herrera - 1961-11-05]
Letter from several Latin American citizens from Columbus, Texas, to John J. Herrera, handwritten on lined, notebook paper and dated November 5, 1961. The letter is written in defense of Father Kraus after remarks were made against him at a meeting in Columbus, Texas.
Date:
November 5, 1961
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John A. Marzola to John J. Herrera - 1961-11-08]
Letter from John A. Marzola to John J. Herrera, handwritten on lined paper and dated November 8, 1961. Marzola informs Herrera of arrangements made for a meeting to be held on November 12, 1961, regarding the issues at Columbus Elementary School.
Date:
November 8, 1961
Creator:
Marzola, John A.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Envelope addressed to John J. Herrera - 1961-11-16]
Envelope addressed to John J. Herrera, postmarked Columbus, Texas, on November 7, 1961.
Date:
November 16, 1961
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John J. Herrera to Fred M. Valdez and William D. Bonilla - 1961-11-16]
Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to Fred M. Valdez, National President of League of United Latin American Citizens, and William D. Bonilla, State Director of LULAC, dated November 16, 1961, and printed on "Law Offices of John J. Herrera" letterhead. The letter conveys the details of the reformation of LULAC Council No. 189 in Eagle Lake, Texas, and lists the temporary officers elected.
Date:
November 16, 1961
Creator:
Herrera, John J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John A. Marzola to John J. Herrera - 1961-11-17]
Letter from John A. Marzola to John J. Herrera, handwritten in ink on lined paper and dated November 17, 1961. Marzola commends Herrera for the letter against Marley Giddens but defends Mrs. Clayton who Marzola says is innocent in the issues at Columbus Elementary School.
Date:
November 17, 1961
Creator:
Marzola, John A.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History