José Angel Gutiérrez papers, 1959-1990.

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José Angel Gutiérrez papers, 1959-1990.

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The papers consist of correspondence, reports, minutes, publications, articles, photographic materials, audio tapes, and ephemera. These materials document the breadth of José Angel Gutierrez's interests, research and social activism early in his career. The bulk of the materials document Gutierrez's activities in Oregon during the 1980s. A wide array of organizations are represented including La Raza Unida, the National Catholic Conference Campaign for Human Development, the Northwest Communities Project, and the Oregon Council for Hispanic Advancement. Also present are materials Gutierrez obtained from the Federal Bureau of Investigations documenting surveillance of Mexican American political groups.

ca. 13,100 items (17.5 linear feet)

University of Texas at San Antonio, John Peace Library (JPL)

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University of Texas at San Antonio, John Peace Library (JPL)

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Oregon Council for Hispanic Advancement.

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