A letter to John J. Herrera written by Carlos E. Castañeda on the stationary from the History Department of The University of Texas. Castañeda provided answers to Herrera's questions from a previous letter.
Letter from C. E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera requesting him to find the nearest location of the Chilean Consulate to obtain a visa for him, for his upcoming trip to Chile, Brazil and Argentina. Castañeda has already sent his application for a visa to the Consulates of Brazil and Argentina. On the letter handwritten in pencil: "Hurry, a favor to consider. 8th floor, P5111, New Orleans...Consul of Chile"
Recommendation letter from H. W. Elrod, Principal of Dow Junior High School, to The Houston Bar Association and The Board of Legal Examiners, in Austin, Texas.
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent by John J. Herrera to Dr. Carlos E. Castañeda in Austin, Texas. Herrera writes to ask for assistance with Felix H. Morales and his FCC application for a radio station. Herrera specifically asks for any news clippings or incidences of discrimination against Latin Americans of Mexican descent that could be used in support of the FCC granting the radio station to Houston rather than Mexia.
Onionskin carbon copy of a letter sent by John J. Herrera to Dr. Carlos E. Castañeda in Austin, Texas. Herrera requests Dr. Castañeda to write a letter of support for a Spanish speaking radio station in Houston. Herrera also inquires if Dr. Castañeda could make himself available to testify as a witness in an upcoming hearing with the FCC.
Newsflash from KCOR radio station, reporting on news from Austin, Texas, from Raoul A. Cortez, President of the League of United Latin American Citizens. Judge Ben H. Rice, Jr., from the Federal Court in Austin, has ordered a statewide ban on segregation of Mexican-American children in Texas schools, stating that the practice is unconstitutional and violates the 14th Amendment.
Resolution adopted by the League of United Latin American Citizens at the National Convention in Austin, Texas, paying a tribute to Frank V. Lozano who had served LULAC for several years.
Handwritten transcription of resolutions to be presented by Council No. 60 of LULAC at the national convention to be held at Austin on June 11, 12 and 13, 1948.
Photograph of the Mexican Presbyterian Church in Austin, Texas. The note on the back identifies the building and dates the photograph to May 1941. The church is a two-story building with stone around the bottom. There are power lines in front.
Part of page from a scrapbook with a note from the Supreme Court of Texas congratulating John J. Herrera, with envelope, and a business card for John J. Herrera. Note, envelope, and business card are laminated on a piece of thin cardboard.
Photograph of the Iglesia Presbiteriana in Austin, Texas. Some of the congregation is gathered outside in front of the church. A group of women is posing on the steps. The name of the church is on the front of the building. There is a car parked on the street in front and and second building to the right of the church. "Austin" has been written on the back. "May 1947 Studer S. A. Tex." is printed at the top.
Photograph of the Iglesia Presbiteriana in Austin, Texas. The note on the back gives the location and dates the photograph to 1946. The church is a two story building with stone around the bottom and a tall tower on the front right corner. The name of the church is on the front of the building.
Photograph of the Iglesia Presbiteriana in Austin, Texas. There is a group of unknown men posing on the front steps of the church and a small boy sitting on the stone wall in front. The name of the church is partially visible on the front of the building to the top left. "May 1947 Studer S. A. Tex." is printed at the top of the photograph.
Photograph of a group of unknown people in front of the Iglesia Presbiteriana in Austin, Texas. There are three men at the back of the group, and nine women in front, all wearing dresses. There are several boys on or near the stone wall to the right. The name of the church is visible on the front of the building to the top left. "May 1947 Studer S. A. Tex." is printed on the right side.
Photograph from overhead of a completed craft project. The craft is described as blue-prints and is the outline of leaves on dyed paper. The prints are laying on a wood bench. Tennis shoes are visible at the bottom of the frame. The craft is being done at a Pioneer Conference in Austin, Texas.
Photograph of boys playing in a lake near the shore. They are dressed in shorts and are in the water up to their calves. The opposing shore is visible in the background and is covered by a forest. According to accompanying information, they are at a Pioneer Conference in Austin, Texas.
Photograph of a group of people outdoors. They are gathered around a picnic table and are working on a craft project. The project is described as blue-prints. The people are in a forested area and automobiles are parked in the background.
Photograph of a group of people sitting outdoors at a picnic table with open books. One woman stands behind them with open hymnal instructing. According to accompanying information, the group is learning a new hymn in English at a Pioneer Conference in Austin, Texas.
Photograph of people playing baseball on a dirt road in a clearing. Two girls and two boys play while one man sits on the side. The hills in the background are covered by forests. According to accaompanying infromation, they are at a Pioneer Conference in Austin, Texas. The inscription on the slide reads "Those who didn't swim played ball."
Photograph from overhead of a craft project. A woman's hands and skirt are visible in the top of the frame. The craft is described as blue-prints and are leaf outlines on dyed paper. It is being done at a Pioneer Conference in Austin, Texas.
Photograph of three male graduates of Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. They are dressed in black graduation gowns and caps and are holding their diplomas. They are standing on the top step of the brick Chapel inside the archway.
Photograph of a group of women standing outdoors with one man standing behind them. All women have a white and blue ribbon pinned to their left shoulder. The photograph was taken at a district meeting for the women of the church.
Photograph of a group of women standing outdoors with one man standing behind them. The photograph was taken at a district meeting for the women of the church. It is out of focus.
Portrait of an unknown group of people on the steps of Iglesia Presbiteriana, El Buen Pastor. There are only women and children in the group, and they are wearing dresses. Printed on the right side is "May 1947 Studer S. A. Tex."
Photograph of an unknown group of people on the steps of the Iglesia Presbiteriana in Austin, Texas. There are eight men and women on the steps and a little girl on the grass in front facing them. The name of the church is partly visible on the building to the top right. "May 1947 Studer S. A. Tex." is printed on the right side.
Photograph of a group of unknown men. They are gathered on the steps of the Iglesia Presbiteriana in Austin, Texas. There is a young boy sitting on the stone wall in front, and more people can be seen in the background to the right. The name of the church is partly visible on the front of the building to the top left. "May 1947 Studer S. A. Tex." is printed at the top.
School portrait of Enrique Vasquez in Austin, Texas. Enrique is wearing a dark button down shirt. Printed below the picture is "School Days 1947-'48 Fulmore Jr. High."
Portrait of Enrique Vasquez. According to the information on the back, the photograph was taken in 1949. The following is also written on the back: "Este es Enrique tiene 14 años."
Portrait of five men standing outside of an unidentified building. The men are all wearing suits, and the building behind them is brick with a basement. The following names are written on the back of the photograph: Laubert Garlo Westrup, E. A. J. Seddon, Jr., J. C. Palacio, J. L. Leos, Josafat Curti F. The Ellison Photo Service stamp on the back dates the photograph to April 23, 1947.
Photograph of two unknown men standing outside of the Iglesia Presbiteriana in Austin. The two men are standing with their arms around each other. They are both wearing suits, and the man on the left is holding two books. "Jan. 1947 Studer S. A. Tex." is printed on the right side.
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