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Map of the Alamo
Caption: Plan of the Alamo By Capt. RM Potter, USA
Republic of Texas Citizenship Form
Signed proclamation of Jose Luis Chinno's citizenship
1839 Slave Deed
This slave deed transfers the ownership of nine slaves, ranging from 2 -30 years in age, who are described as "slaves for life." These slaves were bought for 11,000 dollars by Ann H. P. Noble. It is signed by several witnesses.
The Ancient Domain of the Karankawa Indians in Southern Texas
Map of Karankawa territory including a settlement on Padre Island (most of the territory is north of present-day Corpus).
Storming of the Alamo
Caption: Storming of the Alamo
Inset of 1835 Texas Map
Inset of 1835 Texas Map detailing Native American Tribes in Texas
List of Demands for Edcouch-Elsa Walkout
List of demands given by students who walked out of Edcouch-Elsa High School. These were focused on bringing equality to Hispanic students.
Readmission Letter for Student that Participated in the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout.
A readmission letter from Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District. The letter includes a discussion of a possible expulsion, the violation of the student, and the day of a hearing.
Newspaper Clip of the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout
Newspaper Clip on the readmission of students that participated in the Edcouch-Elsa High School walkout.
Roster of Students from Edcouch-Elsa Walkout
Roster of the students who participated on the Edcouch-Elsa High school Walkout walkout. The students who were expelled, and the ones who were allowed to remain in school are divided.
Crowd of Students Pictured in the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout
Students during the Edcouch-Elsa High School Walkout. They can be seen holding posters with different slogans. The original caption for this image published on Nov. 14, 1968 in The Monitor read "EXPELLED – Students boycotting classes at Edcouch Elsa…
Telegram Supporting Javier Ramirez of the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout
A telegram sent to a student from "The Edgewood District Concerned Parents Association," congratulating Javier Ramirez for his organization of the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout.
Students with Protest Sign during the Edcouch-Elsa High School Walkout
From left, Mirtala Villarreal, Martina Gonzales, and Patsy Jacinto, Edcouch-Elsa High School students holding a poster with the slogan "We want better education."
Propaganda Poster for the Pharr Riots
A propaganda poster from women persuading people to not stop fighting segregation and racism. They also urge Mexicans to stop buying in American stores, such as H.E.B, Drefke's, among others.
Fallen Victim From the Pharr Riots
A news release over a funeral of Alfonso Laredo Flores, a 20-year-old, construction worker, who was killed during the Pharr Riots.
The Burying of a Victim From the Pharr Riots
A news release over the buried victim, Alfonso Laredo Flores, a 20-year-old, construction worker, that was killed during the Pharr Riots.
UTPA Remembers Pharr Riots with Homage
Students Engaged in Sociological Study, a club at The University of Texas Pan-American, pay tribute to Pharr Riots.
Celebration of the Juneteenth in Edinburg
A newspaper clip about the importance of the Juneteenth celebrations, and the history behind it.
Juneteenth Celebration at Bethel Park
Schedule for the Juneteenth Celebration at Bethel Park.
Edinburg Juneeteenth Observation
A newspaper clip for the Juneteenth celebration in Edinburg at the Restlawn Cemetery. The author explains directions on where the place is located.
Juneteenth Community Celebration
A newspaper article regarding a Juneteenth celebration in Edinburg, Texas.
Melon Strike Begins
A newspaper clipping from El Cuhamil, announcing the beginning of a melon strike. The Texas Farm Worker's Union started the strike in a rally May 16, 1976.
Strike Pressure Hits Growers
A newspaper clip by the Texas Farm Workers' Union urges the farmers to keep the citrus strike despite the threats they receive. Some of the threats mentioned are "threats of death, shooting and flimsy complaints."