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[Form letter from Sam D. Forman, Jr. addressed TO ALL LEGIONNAIRES, DEPARTMENT OF TEXAS - August 3, 1944]

Description: A form letter addressed to Buddies--TO ALL LEGIONNAIRES, DEPARTMENT OF TEXAS, from Sam D. Forman, Jr., Department Commander, The American Legion, Department of Texas, Houston, Texas, dated August 3, 1944. Forman reminds the Legionnaires of the housing conditions and that things are abnormal in Fort Worth, the same as in any other city in the Nation due to the war effort, and to make all reservations with Mr. Herbert Joseph, Chairman of the Housing Committee.
Date: August 3, 1944
Creator: Forman, Sam D., Jr.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library

Embellished handbag

Description: Handbag in satchel inspired style of black wool with front of black velvet appliqué and multicolor beading atop needlepointed flowers in shades of pink. Handle of matching black wool; inverted frame. Brass flip clip closure. Lining of black faille with two pockets, one zippered. Four domed brass feet. Maker's label: Hand Decorated Original / by / Veldoré / of Houston, U.S.A. Measurements: 39cm L, 24cm H, 7cm W
Date: 1949
Creator: Veldore
Item Type: Refine your search to only Physical Object
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

Heels

Description: Evening shoes of black satin with beading and faux jewels on platform sole and high heel. Open toe sandal design with gold leather tie that criss-crosses around ankle. Size 6 1/2 AAA. Label: The Smart Shop - Louis Leon; Palter Deliso Inc. - New York City Measurements: Length: 20.5 cm. Width: 6.5 cm. Height: 17 cm. Heel: 11.5 cm (4 1/2") high on axis with cap. Left Shoe: The Smart Shop / Louis Leon Right Shoe: Palter Deliso Inc./ New York City
Date: 1948
Creator: De Liso, Palter
Item Type: Refine your search to only Physical Object
Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts + Design

[Letter from John J. Herrera to James H. B. House, page one - 1940-11-09]

Description: Page 1 of a letter to Houston City Commmissioner James H. B. House from John J. Herrera. Herrera begins by congratulating House's recent reelection. Herrera reiterates his criticisms with House, including House's failure to provide a better wage scale that would help Hispanic Americans employees of the City.
Date: November 9, 1940
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to James H. B. House, page two - 1940-11-09]

Description: Page 2 of a letter to Houston City Commmissioner James H. B. House from John J. Herrera. Herrera begins by congratulating House's recent reelection. Herrera reiterates his criticisms with House, including House's failure to provide a better wage scale that would help Hispanic Americans employees of the City.
Date: November 9, 1940
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Carlos E. Castañeda - 1944-10-19]

Description: Letter from John J. Herrera to Carlos E. Castañeda informing Castañeda about the change of dates to hold the ceremony for the fallen Latin Americans soldiers from Houston in World War II. This will be held at the City Auditorium on Sunday, November 5th instead of the 12th of November. Herrera has asked the churches hosting the ceremony to have a service on that Sunday, honoring the men and women in service. Representatives of Latin American Clubs , Army and Navy officials, and the American Legi… more
Date: October 19, 1944
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Telegram from Carlos E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera - 1944-08-14]

Description: Telegram sent from Carlos E. Castañeda through Western Union to John J. Herrera informing Herrera that Castañeda will be arriving in Houston on Thursday morning. Castañeda invites Herrera to have breakfast with him at 7:30 a.m. and meet him at the Rice Hotel desk.
Date: August 14, 1944
Creator: Castañeda, Carlos E.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera - 1945-08-14]

Description: Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda to John J. Herrera asking for Herrera's help and cooperation in making effective the work of the committee regarding Latin Americans in Houston. Castañeda states that he had referred Carter Wesley to see Herrera and discuss the matter with Herrera.
Date: August 14, 1945
Creator: Castañeda, Carlos E.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Carlos E. Castañeda to John J. Hererra - 1944-01-23]

Description: Letter to John J. Herrera from Carlos E. Castañeda about the outcome of the Shell Oil Company case concerning discrimination against Mexicans and Latin Americans. Castañeda also asks Herrera to contact Mr. Fridge and ask Fridge to send the complete transcript of the hearing. He was curious to know about the recommendations he had written for Herrera's sister-in-law.
Date: January 23, 1944
Creator: Castañeda, Carlos E.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from M. H. Westerman to Felix H. Morales - 1948-03-08]

Description: Letter sent by M. H. Westerman, City Secretary, to Felix H. Morales. Westerman advises Morales that the Baptist Mission has protested the granting of a liquor permit to the Cadillac Bar and Club. Westerman also informs Morales that he could appear before City Council in connection to the permit during the Council's regular meeting day.
Date: March 8, 1948
Creator: Westerman, M. H.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Letter
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library
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