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[Selective Service System Notice of Classification Card for Douglas M. Herrera]

Description: Selective Service System Notice of Classification Card issued to Douglas M. Herrera on January 15, 1964. The selective service number assigned to Douglas M. Herrera is 41-61-42-68, Class II-S, and valid through October 15, 1964.
Date: January 15, 1964
Creator: United States. Selective Service Board (Houston, Tex.)
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Sympathy card from J.B. Casas and family to the Herrera family - 1964-02-15]

Description: Sympathy card sent to the Herrera family from J.B. Casas and family, dated February 15, 1964. The front of the card is a color illustration of the Virgin Mary with the words "With Deepest Sympathy" printed on the bottom right corner. The interior of the card has a black and white illustration of doves and a fountain with the quote "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted...Matthew 5:4". The text of the card reads, "With deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow may the thought th… more
Date: February 15, 1964
Creator: Casas, J.B.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Kenith L. Ballard - 1964-05-09]

Description: Open letter to IBM from Kenith L. Ballard ("To Whom It Should Concern") explaining his belief that there is a saboteur employed by IBM in Houston and charges IBM with the negative effect on his "mental, physical, and moral" well-being for not resolving this problem.
Date: May 9, 1964
Creator: Ballard, Kenith L.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Invitation from The All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee to a reception]

Description: Invitation postcard from The All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee for a reception at the Rice Hotel Crystal Ballroom on Sunday November 1, 1964. The speakers will be Albert Thomas, from the Congressional 8th District and Dr. Edward D. Re, Chairman of the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission, Washington D.C. At the bottom of the card shows "L.B.J. for the U.S.A." Response card with envelope included.
Date: November 1, 1964
Creator: All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

Minutes of the Executive Committee of the Viva Johnson Club Groups of Harris County, Texas

Description: Meeting minutes of the Executive Committee meeting of the Viva Johnson Club Groups of Harris County, Texas. At the meeting were two guest speakers, John J. Herrera and James De Anda. James De Anda explained that the groups would work under the National Democratic headquarters and not under the Local Democratic headquarters, but with them. Some temporary co-chairmen were named pending naming a permanent chairmen. The minutes were submitted by John J. Herrera, Temporary Co-Chairman.
Date: September 27, 1964
Creator: Viva Johnson Club
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Flyer for a Viva Johnson Rally]

Description: Program for a Viva Johnson rally to support President Lyndon Johnson. The Guest speakers will be Lady Bird Johnson's brother, Antonio J. Taylor, and Dr. Hector Garcia. It will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church gym from 2.00 p.m. to 4 p.m. on October 4, 1964. There will be several groups providing music at the rally.
Date: October 4, 1964
Creator: Viva Johnson Club
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Viva Johnson Rally advertisement]

Description: Advertisement for a Viva Johnson rally to support President Lyndon Johnson. The guest speakers will be Lady Bird Johnson's brother, Antonio J. Taylor and Dr. Hector Garcia. It will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church gymnasium from 2.00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on October 4, 1964. There will be musical entertainment.
Date: October 4, 1964
Creator: Viva Johnson Club
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Program for Reception in Support of Lyndon Johnson - 1964]

Description: Program for the reception at the Rice Hotel for the All Americans Council of the National Democratic Committee Honoring and Supporting President Lyndon B. Johnson. John J. Herrera is listed as a member of the Reception Committee. Speakers included: Mayor Louie Welch, Dr. Edward D. Re, Michael A. Musmanno, and Congressman Albert Thomas, with a benediction performed by Rabbi Marshall Bourg. Event sponsors are listed on the back. "L.B.J. for the U.S.A." is printed across the bottom of the program … more
Date: 1964
Creator: Democratic National Committee (U.S.)
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John J. Herrera to Clifton Carter - 1964-01-11]

Description: Onionskin carbon copy of a letter from John J. Herrera to Clifton Carter, assistant to President Lyndon B. Johnson, informing Herrera that the Democrats of Harris County will be meeting to pledge support for Johnson and continue to work with Latin American organizations across Texas to create unity among Hispanics in the Democratic Party.
Date: January 11, 1964
Creator: Herrera, John J.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from John M. Bailey to Mr. and Mrs. John J. Herrera - 1964-12-04]

Description: Letter from John M. Bailey, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, thanking John J. and Olivia C. Herrera for their contributions to the Viva Johnson campaign in the wake of their victory. The letter is typed on Democratic National Committee letterhead.
Date: December 4, 1964
Creator: Bailey, John M.
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Wedding announcement for Dorcas Irene Urbina to Vivian DeSoto, Jr., 1964]

Description: Announcment of wedding between Miss Dorcos Irene Urbina, daughter of Rev. Manuel Urbina and Mrs. Irene Salce de Urbina, and Mr. Vivian DeSoto, Jr., son of Mr. Vivian DeSoto, Sr and Mrs. Adela Zamora DeSoto. The wedding will take place on December 26, 1964 at the Magnolia Temple.
Date: December 26, 1964
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Letter from Manuel Urbina to Dallas P. Lee - 1964-09-29]

Description: Letter from Manuel Urbina, of the Magnolia Temple Baptist Mission, to Reverend Dallas P. Lee. Urbina is submitting the budget for the year 1965. Included in the budget is a ten percent increase to the salary of the pastor, and commitments to promote cooperation with other organizations and complete several projects.
Date: September 29, 1964
Creator: Urbina, Manuel
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Language Missions Report of Missionary Work for Manuel Urbina for the month ending November 25, 1964]

Description: Personal report of Manuel Urbina's work at the Magnolia Temple for the month ending on November 25, 1964. Includes Urbina's activities and a report on the congregation served. Urbina notes that the main emphasis for the next month will be "Stewardship. Study on Stewardship."
Date: November 25, 1964
Creator: Urbina, Manuel
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Language Missions Report of Missionary Work for Manuel Urbina for the month ending October 25, 1964]

Description: Personal report of Manuel Urbina's work at the Magnolia Temple for the month ending on October 25, 1964. Includes Urbina's activities and a report on the congregation served. Urbina notes that the main emphasis for the next month will be "Studjo sobre evangelismo. Study on evangelism."
Date: October 25, 1964
Creator: Urbina, Manuel
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library
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