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[Letter from John J. Herrera to John B. Connally - 1962-06-09]

Description: Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to Gubernatorial candidate John B. Connally, inviting Connally to the LULAC Convention in El Paso, at which Robert F. Kennedy would be a speaker. Herrera suggests that Connally's attendance would help garner the Latin American vote for him in the governor race and would certainly introduce him to all the LULAC delegates and guests.
Date: June 9, 1962
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Pierre Salinger - 1962-07-13]

Description: Onionskin paper carbon copy of letter from John J. Herrera to Presidential Press Secretary Pierre Salinger, explaining his history of campaigning for the Kennedys and his involvement in Latin American politics in Texas, and asks if it could be arranged for his family to visit the White House while they were in Washington visiting his son.
Date: July 13, 1962
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations Convention Memorandum - January 19, 1962]

Description: Detailed Convention Memorandum to all members of PASO explaining the purpose and procedure of the upcoming convention and instructions for hotel reservations and registration fees. The final two items urge members to organize an active PASO group in their communities if one did not already exist and reminds them to pay their poll taxes in order to vote. The memo is signed by Ed Idar, Jr. A handwritten note reads: "Paso a Paso Para adelante!"
Date: January 19, 1962
Creator: Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Jack Skaggs - 1962-10-27]

Description: Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera to Jack Skaggs discussing planning for the John Connally for Governor campaign. Herrera informs Skaggs of the Spanish-language tapes Herrera left for Skaggs to potentially use on the radio and offers his services as a speaker to the Latino people in the Harlingen area if needed.
Date: October 27, 1962
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Albert A. Peña, Jr. to Political Association of Spanish-Speaking Organizations members - 1962-09-26]

Description: 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.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Albert Pena, Jr. announcing PASO convention - 1962-02-02]

Description: 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.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ed Idar, Jr. to John J. Herrera, page two - 1962-02-13]

Description: 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.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Ralph Yarborough - 1962-08-13]

Description: Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent to Senator Ralph Yarborough thanking him for his hospitality during John J. Herrera's recent visit to Washington. Herrera assures Yarborough that he will cherish the books Yarborough gave him and has referred to them several times already.
Date: August 13, 1962
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Sandra H. Padilla to John J. Herrera - 1962-05-18]

Description: Letter from Sandra Padilla thanking John J. Herrera for the note appended to one of his letters to Senator Ralph Yarborough sending greetings to the office staff.
Date: May 18, 1962
Creator: Padilla, Sandra H.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ralph Yarborough to John J. Herrera - 1962-02-12]

Description: Letter from Senator Ralph Yarborough thanking John J. Herrera for sending him a copy of the resolution passed by the LULAC Convention as well as Herrera's support in Yarborough deciding not to enter the race for governor. The letter originally accompanied a copy of Yarborough's statement on that matter.
Date: February 12, 1962
Creator: Yarborough, Ralph Webster, 1903-1996
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Sandra Padilla - 1962-07-09]

Description: Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent to Sandra Padilla, a secretary in Senator Ralph Yarborough's office, thanking her for her letter and asking if she could arrange an appointment for Herrera with the Senator during his upcoming trip to Washington.
Date: July 9, 1962
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera - 1962-01-29]

Description: Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera typed on State Director of League of United Latin American Citizens letterhead and dated January 29, 1962. Bonilla requests that Herrera attend the State Convention to be held in Austin, Texas, on February 2, 3, 4, 1962.
Date: January 29, 1962
Creator: Bonilla, William D.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera - 1962-03-28]

Description: Letter from William D. Bonilla to John J. Herrera, dated March 28, 1962, and typed on State Director for Texas, League of United Latin American Citizens letterhead. The letter refers to an enclosed letter from the United States Department of Labor. Bonilla asks for Herrera's opinion on the appointment of Tony Campos as Assistant State Treasurer.
Date: March 28, 1962
Creator: Bonilla, William D.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Carmen Lopez to John J. Herrera - 1962-05-18]

Description: 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
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Genaro Flores to PASO members - May 28, 1962]

Description: 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
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Hector P. Garcia to PASO members and friends - 1962]

Description: 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
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Ernest Sieblett to Lewis Fulks]

Description: Letter from Ernest Sieblett to Lewis Fulks at Abilene Christian College dated November 1, 1962. In the letter, Sieblett congratulates Fulks on his production of "Carousel," the 1962 Homecoming musical production. Sieblett is particularly fond of the set pieces.
Date: November 1, 1962
Creator: Sieblett, Ernest
Partner: Abilene Christian University Library

[Letter from Betty Bray to T. N. Carswell - July 20, 1962]

Description: A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Betty Bray, Underwriters General Agency, Dallas, Texas, dated July 20, 1962. Traditional business apology saying they are very sorry he did not approve of the service provided, yet, coverage was provided and they must charge for this.
Date: July 20, 1962
Creator: Bray, Betty
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Mary Ann Hague to T. N. Carswell - May 19, 1962]

Description: Letter written to Mr. Carswell from Mary Ann Hague dated May 19, 1962. Hague expresses her appreciation for the flowers inviting Carswell to visit if in Washington.
Date: May 19, 1962
Creator: Hague, Mary Ann
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Ben E. Keith - December 11, 1962]

Description: A letter addressed to Ben E. Keith from T. N. Carswell, dated December 11, 1962. Carswell orders Poinsettia Gift Packs to be delivered December 21 or 22 and writes original sentiments to be included for each recipient. The reverse side includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co. A Division of Abilene Machine Co., 1342 Pine Street, Abilene, Texas and bears Assurance Opaque Parchment watermark.
Date: December 11, 1962
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Messrs. John, Earl, Repps, and William Guitar - December 1962]

Description: A letter addressed to Messrs. John, Earl, Repps, and William Guitar from T. N. Carswell, dated Christmas 1962. Carswell expresses his fondness for their parents reminiscing of his association with them while employed at the Abilene Chamber of Commerce and congratulates "you boys" stating that their parents would have reason to be proud of of them. The reverse side includes business letterhead of Little Tuffy Mfg. Co. A Division of Abilene Machine Co., 1342 Pine Street, Abilene, Texas and bear… more
Date: December 1962
Creator: Carswell, T. N. (Thomas Norwood)
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

[Letter from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane to T. N. Carswell - 1962]

Description: A letter written to Tommy Carswell from Sarah Anna Simmons Crane. Crane advises Carswell that his letter written in November reached her the second time it was sent in December. She expresses her appreciation for the gift, that it was so very gracious and that she used it for several things and is sending souveniers. Crane expresses her approval as "truly a beautiful thought" for the suggestion made by President Reiff in regards to the cornerstone and marker. She advises as to her wishes reg… more
Date: 1962
Creator: Crane, Sarah Anna Simmons
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library
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