Box 3
Container
Contains 987 Collections and/or Records:
Letter of Condolences to the Mexican President, June 8, 1931
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 2
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_3_2_0049
Scope and Contents:
The Governor of Oklahoma expresses regret to the Mexican Consul regarding the shooting of Emilio Cortes Rubio and others by a Deputy Sheriff in Carter County. The Governor states that the boys were carrying concealed weapons, which is against state law, but they had not committed any other crimes. The Governor promises to investigate the incident to determine if the officer acted without authority. The Governor asks the Consul to convey his apologies to the President of Mexico.
Stimson, Henry L., Secretary of State - Official Communication to Governor of Oklahoma Regarding Shooting of Mexican Students at Ardmore, Oklahoma, June 08, 1931
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 2
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_3_2_0036
Scope and Contents
The text is a letter dated June 15, 1931, from the Department of State in Washington, D.C. to the Governor of Oklahoma, acknowledging receipt of a letter regarding the shooting of two Mexican students in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The Department of State expresses appreciation for the Governor's prompt action in investigating the incident and establishing responsibility. The letter is signed by Henry L. Thinson.
"Which of Two Amendments Do You Prefer?" - Preference for Presidential Term Limit Amendment , January 10, 1941
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 35
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_3_35_0024
Scope and Contents
The text is seeking opinions on two proposed amendments to limit the tenure of the Presidency. One option is to make Presidents ineligible for reelection after serving two terms, while the other option is to have a single term of seven years with no possibility of reelection. The Committee is seeking input on which option is preferred and hopes to introduce the amendment in Congress. Contributions are also being requested to support the campaign for the amendment.
Thank You for Your Kindness: A Message from Salvador Cortes Rubio, 1931
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 2
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_3_2_0028
Scope and Contents
The text is a telegram expressing deep gratitude for the kind attention given to the sender's son, Salvador, and for the honors received by the deceased. The sender wishes the recipient a happy stay in Mexico.
Murder of two Mexican Students: Response from Governor Murray , December 07, 1931
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 2
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_3_2_0004
Scope and Contents
The Governor responds to a letter from Dean Richard Burns regarding the murder of two Mexican boys.
Shilling, Marvin, to Editor, Tulsa World - Urgent Telegram Regarding Testimony in Killing of Mexican Students , November 18, 1931
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 2
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_3_2_0029
Scope and Contents
The text is a telegram sent to Cortez Rubio from Vin. H. Murray, Governor of Oklahoma, requesting Rubio to be in Ardmore to testify in a case involving the killing of Mexican students. The Governor offers to pay for Rubio's expenses and instructs him to arrive in Ardmore on Thursday night or Friday morning. Rubio is asked to call back with a certificate from the Clerk of the Court. The message is to be charged to the Governor's office.
Official Communication: Gratitude from Mexican Families of Deceased Students , June 22, 1931
Item — Box: 3, Folder: 2
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_3_2_0037
Scope and Contents
The text is a letter from the Department of State to the Governor of Oklahoma, thanking him for his kindness and assistance in arranging the transportation of the remains of two Mexican students who were killed in Ardmore. The letter includes a translation of a note from the Mexican Chargé d'Affaires expressing gratitude on behalf of the families of the students.