By Golden Finch
Title: Al Gurule Collection
Extent: 0.0 Boxes
Pueblo Chieftain Monday January 30, 1989 (2 sections)
A Contrast of 2 Centers by Juan Espinosa: Comparison of Micheal Perry's Rocky Mountain Community Corrections to Al Gurule's Community Corrections Inc. Continues to page 2A
One Drug Death Called Too Many by Juan Espinosa: Linda Marie Gonzales was found dead ath the Rocky Mountain Community Corrections on January 15, 1987. This sections describes the interview of Micheal Perry and the surrounding events of that day. Then goes to include Al Gurule's Community Correction Inc and both their ways of handling drug usage in the facilities.
Pueblo Chieftain Friday March 3, 1989 (1 section)
Regis College aims to bring liberal arts to correction centers by Peter Strescino: Regis instructors will teach grammar and freshman level classes in sociology, psychology, liturature, and philosophy. Both Micheal Perry and Al Gurule agree that the program will benefit their facilities.
Newpaper clipping: VOTE FOR MRS.TRINIDAD ROYBAL school Board District.60 Qualified and Willing to Serve You
Newspaper clipping: La Raza Unida Candidate 1970 - Mrs. Roybal Seeks District 60 Seat: Contains a biography of Roybal and what her plans and suggestions are for chicano youth to attain higher and better education.
Pueblo Chieftain Wednesday June 23, 1971: La Raza Wants Mrs. Roybal to Fill School Board Seat: Members of La Raza Unida Social Service Ceter demand that Mrs. Roybal fill the school board seat. Al Gurule comments "We feel that this demand will test the Board of Educationas to whether or not they are sincerely concerned with the needs of Chicano students in the city of Pueblo"
Newspaper clipping: Mrs. Roybal Receives Three Endorsements 1971: Mrs. Roybal was endorsed by The Pueblo Organization of Women, State Rep. Lee Lucero (D-Pueblo), and The Pueblo Chicano Unity Council.
Wednesday March 11, 1970: Hopper Orders SCSC Pubs Closed (Student Proest Decision) by Margie Wood: Dr.Hopper indefinitely closed beer pubs on both campuses of SCSC. The student government members of SCSC were displeased with Dr.Hopper's actions and disregard of the student referendum.
Pueblo Star Journal Thursday May 13, 1971: Dr. Hopper Outlines Stand On Demands by Chicanos: Dr. Hopper states that only the Coard of Trustees of State Colleges and Gov. John A. Love are in postition to make demands of any other person or group. The Brown Berets of La Raza Unida had a list of demands for Dr. Hopper and entered his office. Dr. Hopper commented on the groups rudeness.
Pueblo Star Journal Tuesday April 7, 1970: An Interview- Bishop Buswell Speaks Out: An in-depth discusisson of ethnic harmony. Full back page. Includes a photo clippin of the Bishop
newspaper clipping: Bishop Buswell statement on Anglo-Hispano tensions in Pueblo. Speaking on how peace is most important and that polarization is dangerous.
Pueblo Star Journal November 1970: Walch Declares Fisher Does Not Understand Function of Welfare Unit - The welfare unit was criticized by Fisher for its lack of cooperation with United Fund projects and programs. Walsh responded by accusing Fisher of failing to understand the function of the department's Cocial Action Committee.
Pueblo Star Journal November 15, 1970: Hernandez to Seek Fisher Resignation - Robert Hernandez of 103 University and a United Fund Board member criticized Fisher for his poor attendance at board sessions and attacks on Chicano community leaders.
Pueblo Star Journal Tuesday November 17, 1970: Fisher Declares He Won't Resign - Fisher stated that he will not resign when asked at the board meeting by Robert Hernandez to resign. Fisher also included that he has recieved threats towards him and his family and having payments be deferred.
Pueblo Star Journal Tuesday November 17, 1970: New Mexican- Ameican Unit Demands Fisher's Apology - The new organizations called Pueblo chapter of Trabajadores por La Raza announced their support of the United Fund principle but demands that Fisher need to apologize. The article continues with 3 sections of Remarks Clarified, Laments Situations, and Action of Apology.
Pueblo Star Journal Wednesday November 18, 1970: Fisher Reproved, Retained As Director of United Fund by Jeanne Hickman - The motion to retain Fisher was passed on an 18-7 vote. The motion made my Jim Kenyon had four main points. The article continues with four sections of Resigns, Speakers, Roland Garcia, and Fisher Thinking.There are 2 newspaper copies of this event in this folder.
Pueblo Star Journal Wednesday November 18, 1970: Pictures of Roland Garcia, Dan Martinez, Jim Kenyon, George Sandoval, and Richard Fisher at Tuesday's meeting of Pueblo United Fund. Underneath each photo is the opinions stated by each speaker. There are 2 newspaper copies of this event in this folder.
Pueblo Star Journal Tuesday January 12, 1971: Fisher to Leave United Fund Job by Bob Overton - Richard Fisher turned in his letter of resignation and will be effective on February 12, 1971. Fisher stated the primary reason behind his actions is the increasing amount of disagreements with the United Fund Board of Directors about his professional and personal life. There is 2 sections of Advice Ignored and Charges Rude Treament in this article. There are 2 newspaper copies of this event in this folder.
Pueblo Start Journal (no date): Fisher Issues Public Apology In United Fund Controversy - Fisher apologized for the comments he made about serveral Mexican-American leaders in the community. Robert Hernandez still wants Fisher to be terminated from as United Fund Executive Director.
April 4, 1973 Former Losavio staffer indicted by Len Gregory: Losavio former secretary Carole ann Evesole is charged with felony theft and fraudulent acts for allegedly failing to report an increase in income.
April 13, 1973 Trujillo is ordered to stand trial after defense move fails: Trujillo, chief county probation officer was ordered to staand trial on three grand jury indictments. Trujillo was indicted March 23 for allegedly falsifying college and job applications.
April 27, 1973 Three Deomocratic officals blast Losavio, grand jury by Len Gregory: County comissioner Al H. Hayden Jr, City civil service commisioner Alex Clark Jr, and County Zoning Administrator Matt J. Kochevar condemned Losavio.
May 1, 1973 State court order 'springs' Losavio: Losavio was release from County Jail 5 hours after being charged with contempt of court citation. Judge Kikel jailed Losavio for 15 days for allegedly muttering a contemptous remark.
May 3, 1773 Trujilo charges Losavio with antagonism, animosity by Len Gregory: Motion towards Larry E. Trujillo were filled by Losavio, claiming " personal antagonism, animosity, hostility and enmity".
June 18, 1973 Losavio appeals Trujillo acquittal: Losavio has filed notice of appeal of the acquittal of Trujillo, who was exonerated by Dist. Judge William Calvert of Colorado Springs on June 5thl
June 28, 1973 Losavio appointed to area drug unit: Losavio has been appointed to serve on the executive board of Southern Colorado's drug fighting Metropolitan Enforcement Group 3 (MEG3).
July 2, 1973 Penalty lifted for Losavio: Judge Matt J. Kikel said the no penalty for Losavio but the case could be re-tried at a later date.
July 20, 1973 Keefe and Losavio exhange charges: David Keefe, owner of Dave Keefe Volkswagen Inc makes rude comments towards Losavio as Losavio still has no paid Keefe for car work. David Keefe and his sale manager were indicted on three charges of theft and a single charge of conspiring to commit theft.
July 21, 1973 Losavio refutes credit charges: Losavio countered the allegations made by Keefe by saying he was unhappy with Keefe's firm's repairs, thus the delay in bill payment.
August 31, 1973 Losavio faces court hearing in 2-year-old contempt case: Losavio and Alamosa County District. Atty J O Lewis, both public defenders at the time were finded $250 by Dist. Judge Richard E. Conour.
September 29, 1973 Losavio hurls new saalvos at Kikel by Len Gregory: Losavio want Kikel to disqualify himself from his trial. Losavio says the Kikel is prejudice towards his entire district attorney staff.
October 6, 1973 Losavio pledges probe of welfare department: A grand jury investigation of the welfare agency has begun because Losavio said he has recieved new information of alleged improprieties in the administrtion of the Pueblo County Department of Social Services.
December 27, 1973 Losavio appeal dismissed by Star Journal Chieftan, Denver Bureau: The Colorado Supreme Court dismissed an interlocutory appeal by Losavio, objecting to the suppression of evidence in a narcotics case.
April 25, 1974 Hill, Losavio butt heads on welfare probe by Len Gregory: Losavio and County comissioner John E. Hill are accusing each other of squandering the taxpayer's dollars.
Feburary 7, 1975 Losavio denies politcal motivation: Losavio denies that he is acting out of politcal motivation in a current grand jury probe into buying practices of the county highway department.
March 17, 1975 Losavio scolded by high court by the Star Journal, Chieftain Denver Bureau: Losavio was reprimanded by Colorado Supreme Court for "wasting time and effort" in appealing cases with little or no legal merit.
October 23, 1975 Losavio again denies favoring kin in case by Len Gregory: Losavio denies that he gave preferential treatment to a distant relative name William R Treece. He was accused of joyriding, chiminal mischief and conspiracy.
Feburary 2, 1976 Losavio's office is scored for costs of 'exploration" by Margie Wood: County manager Jack Craddock blasted Losavio's expenditures for investigation of county officials. Losavio responded by accusing the county officials of banding together to protect their own misdeeds.
Feburary 19, 1976 District attorneys want judges to have sentencing authority by Don Donato: The Colorado District Attorneys Association is sponsoring legislation to return to the state criminal system the policy of fixed of "flat sentencing in place of the current procedure of inderminiate sentencing".
March 5, 1976 Prosecution system proposal would be a mistake: Losavio has issues with Atty. Gen J.D MacFarlane reported proposal to revamp the Colorado system of criminal prosecution.
July 23, 1976 Foreman says jury wrote report independently by John A. Salas: The 1975 Pueblo County grand jury foreman said that Dist. Atty Losavio "had nothing whatsoever to do with the jury's final report".
June 25, 1976 Losavio recall movement launched by Barbara Kochevar: An oganization meeting to form a community coalition against grand jury abuse resulted in the formation of a committee to research the procedure needed to recall Dist. Atty Losavio.
September 4, 1976 Petitions filed for recall of Pueblo DA by Richard J. Schneider: A petition to recalled Losavio for his abuse of power was signed by 7,200 people. (Continued from page 6)
September 4, 1976 Losavio recall petitiions given to state secretary by Margie Wood: The recall petitions were presented to the secretary of state's office in Denver.
September 17, 1976 Losabio, Gurule trade jabs in recall "war of words" by Don Prather: Losavio running unopposed for renomination collected 6,987 votes. Gurules comments that the count is inordinately low, fewer than half of the total 14, 299 votes casted. Reflecting mass public disenchantment with Losavio's performance in office.
September 19, 1976 Losavio denies wrongdoing by grand jury: Losavio denies any wrongdoing regarding the grand jury report on operations of the University of Southern Colorado.
September 19, 1976 USC grand jury report tagged illegal by Hugh Cox: The grand jury report on the operations of University of Southern Colorado was released illegally by Losavio.
November 3, 1976 Anti- Losavio drive felt; sheriff's LEA a loser by Hugh Cox: Losavio recieved more votes on Nov 2nd than when he ran in 1972 without opposition.
Janurary 12, 1977 Pueblo Bar endorses grand jury reform bill by Margie Wood: New reform bill states that a witness would recieve at least seven days' notice of a subpoena and would have extended opportunities to challege a subpoena.
May 4, 1977 Springs lawyes will direct probe by Margie Wood: Dist. Judge Richard Robb appointed Elvin L. Gentry, a Colorado Springs attorney, to act as special prosecutor investigating alleged budgetary irregularities in the Pueblo County government.
June 3, 1977 Citing 'violnce to language' judge orders 2 Bowes charges dismissed by Margie Wood: Two of the five charges against USC president Harry P. Bowes were dismisssed. Losavio said the ruling has not been research to determine whether an appeal will be filed.
July 13, 1977 Losavio labels petition as political by Margie Wood: Losabio filed a motion to dismiss Att. Gen J.D MacFarlane's petition to release a secret agreement between Losavio and McCullock Properties Inc.
August 4, 1977 MacFarlane wins right to view McCulloch agreement by Don Prather: Full contents of a secret agreement between Losavio and McCulloch Properites Inc were ordered to be released to Colorado Atty. Gen J.D MacFarlane.
August 6, 1977 Losavio responds; Gradishar mum by Ron Martinez: Losavio produced snap shots of some Puebo County Shop employes and nonemployes as evidence that they wer shootind dice and drinking beer, allegedly.
August 8, 1977 Gradishar continues flap about honor and Losavio by Margie Wood: County Comissioner William Gradishar defended his road and bridge employes and accused Losavio of "chiseling" in several ways.
September 10, 1977 Special grand jury is empaneled to probe county budget spending by Margie Wood: A special grand jury has empaneled to investigate allegations of budgetary improprieties in the county government and will begin full time work by October 3.
September 15, 1977 Losavio bungles USC investigation: Ineptitude, inefficiency and occasionally vindictinveness have marked Losavio's investigation of USC since its begining two years ago.
October 20, 1977 Five Pueblo Co. officials indicted by Margie Wood: Losavio, Sheriff Dan Tihonoich and three of pueblo county commissioners were indicted by a special grand jury investigating county finances. 2 copies of this article.
October 20, 1977 Special prosecutor defends move to seize Wiliams' U-Haul trailer by Margie Wood: Special Prosecutor Elvin Gentry was in District Court defening a search warrant obtained by his investigators to seize a trailer from County Commissioners Charles William.
November 1, 1977 Commissioners refuse fund for Losavio probe of Colorado City: Pueblo county commissioners vote 2-1 against funding an investiagion by Losavio in the development practices at Colorado City.
November 9, 1977 Losavio investigator accused of trumping up criminal evidence by Ron Martinez: Investigator John T. Miller of the Pueblo County District Attorney's Office was arrested for allegedly fabricating evidence against a criminal suspect.
November 14, 1977 Special prosecutor sought: County comissioners voted 2-1 to request a special prosecutor to investigate allegations that a dist. atty's investigator plotted to plant heroin on Al Gurule.
November 17, 1977 State grand jury to probe alleged plant by Bill Gagnon: The alleged conspiracy to frame a Pueblo activist Al Gurule with heroin will be presented to a statewide grand jury. There are 2 copies of this articles.
December 6, 1977 Anti-Losavio petitions are readied by Margie Wood: Recall petitions bearling 7,500 names were to be presented to the Colorado secretary of state, seeking the removal of Losavio.
December 6, 1977 Photo of Dr. Morris Levinson, Les Sniff, Al Gurule, and Mary Estill Buchanan presentng the signatures to the Colorado secretary of state.
December 7, 1977 Losavio recall petitions filed with state: A group called the Coalition to Recall Losavio submitted the lists, and state officials said they would begin checkng the signature immediately. (Continuing with Petition hearing gers under way by Margie Wood)
March 9, 1978 Losavio says he's repaid county for materials used in recall fight by Margie Wood: Losavios said he has reimbursed the county general fund for use of office equipment and materials. Records in the county Treasurer's office confimed Losavios has deposited personal checks totaling $475.
March 12, 1978 Notice to the Public from Joe Losavio: Losavio writes in hope to clear his name and gain support.
August 22, 1978 Joe Losavio . . . the other side (Front Range Shopper Newspaper) by Daniel F. Lynch: a spread of opinions and facts over the complex and controversial term of Losavio.
June 17, 1980 Losavio's idea? GONG!: Losavio thinks it would be a good idea to newspaper journalists were subject to rules similar to the Federal Communications Commission regulations governing radio and television stations. 2 copies of this article.
July 23, 1980 Losavio, Sandstrom voice opinions on river wall painters by Margie Wood: Losavio and Gus Sandstrom took time off their campaigns to comment on the prosecution of young artist would created a series of paintings on the Arkansas River levees.
December 11, 1983 Former District attorney used to kick the underdog by Al Gurule to the editors of the Star Journal/Sunday Chieftan: Al Gurule expresses his fustration that Losavio has been refered to as an "underdog" when he missuses his powers and gives Pueblo a bad look.
July 18, 1985 Ex-activist rap choice of Losavio to handle suit by John A. Salas: Al Gurule said that Losavio being chosen to handle civil rights complaints against the Pueblo Police Department is a "slap in the face of the Chicano community". There are 3 copies of this article.
March 6, 1996 Shafer claims harassment as tool: USC paper by Margie Wood: Investigator Donald Shafer addressed a USC class on news writing and made remarks on a current investigation. Losavio makes a statement on Shafer while adding he wants to listen to the remarks before a final judgment.
Septemer 20, 2009 Tell it to the Chieftain - Mayor Plan Wrong by Al Gurule: Al Gurule wants ring-wing conservative to be voted out of office and used Joe Losavio as an example of a bad republican.
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Losavio aide indicted by state panel by John A. Salas: Losavio's investigator, John T. Miller is accused of trying to trump up drug charges against Al Gurule was indicted.
Probe of Losavio sought by solons by Bill Gagnon, Star-Journal Chieftain Dever Bureau: Group of Pueblo lawmakers have asked Atty. Gen J.D MacFarlane to. initiate a special grand jury investigation into alleged acts of official misconduct by District Atty. Losavio.
Yellow Stop Grand Jury Abuse annd Don't Vote for Losavio flyers: 2 copies.
Recall Joe Losavio, Beware the Super Prosecutor newspaper clipping
Recall Joe Losavio, Stop Grand Jury Abuse newspaper clipping
Large photo of the statue of liberty holding a protest sign that states "Losavio + Police = Neo Nazi"
March 23, 1978 Police elated; Gurule critical of not guilty verdict by Ron Martinez: Two police officers recieved innocent verdicts for the the death of Robert Fernandez. Al Gurule is upset with the verdict and wants to go to the Federal Government for prosecution.
March 23, 1978 Two Policemen found not guilty by Margie Wood: Two Pueblo police officers were found innocent of misdemeanor homicide charges after five days of testimony in the death of Robert Fernandez.
July 31, 2000 Email from Al Gurule to the editor of The Denver Post: Al Gurles states that it is embarrassing that Tan Tancredo and other republicans would rather take all medical care for Colorado children to prevent the chance that immigrant children might have access to medical care.
October 28, 2010 Colo. can't afford to elect Tancredo: The gubernatorial bid Tom Tancredo would put Colorado in a difficult fiscal conditions and that Colorado needs a Governor that can work with Democrats and moderate Republicans. Unlike Tancredo that supports the hard-right conservatives.
November 2, 1970 La Raza Regent Candidate Returns Home to Speak: At a speech in her home town of Alamosa, Trujillo states that she will fight on behalf of all women, minorities, and students if she is elected to the Colorado Board of Regents.
Marcella Trujillo biography clipping from when she was running for CU Regent.
September 24, 1970 Hogan Will Not Challenge Candidacy of Albert Gurule: Hogan launches his campaign by advocating tax reforms, which would cut property taxes and ease tax burden for the "man in the middle"
October 25, 1970 Hogan Turns on Vigor, Verve by Leonard Larsen: Hogan has changed his political style by adding more humor and noting the his indecisions turned voters away. He is ready to campaign differently this time.
Hogan Calls Decision on La Raza 'Terrible': Hogan considered the decision by Secretary of State Byron. A "Andy" Anderson to allow candidates of the La Raza Unida ticket to stay on the ballot "terrible"
Hogan May Challenge Candidacy of Gurule: Hogan challenge would be on the basis that Al Gurule is 27. The minimum age to run for governor is 30.
La Raza lawyers challenges Hogan (continued)
Clipping stating he favors property tax cuts and does not plan to challenge Al Gurules candidacy. Continued onto smaller clipping.
La Raza's Avila Withdraws, Blasts Democrats, Labor: Avila, chief organizer of a lettuce strike by San Luis Valley workers, said he was withdrawling to devote full time to the strike.
Avila Pullout No Hindrance Gurule Asserts: Al Gurule says that Avila withdrawl of the secretary of state race won't hurt the party's efforts in November.
November 14, 1978 Martin Serna's obituary
November 16, 1978 Friend's tribute to Serna by Ron Martinez: A tribute to Serna that was written by a reporter who was a friend and attended the funeral.
November 20, 1978 Friends, Family Lay Martin Serna to Rest ( La Cucaracha newspaper): Hundreds of Chicanos gathered on Nov 16, to pay respects to Serna. He was found died in his car in his garage on Nov 12. Cause of death has been reported as Carbon Monoxide aspxia.
La Raza Unida Plans Move: Co-director of La Raza Unida, Serna, says the new center will house all La Raza activities.
Martin P. Serna biography clipping from is running for U.S representative from 3rd Congressional District
July 18, 1976 Rivera Challenged - to the editor: A coalition made by concerned residents, health consumers, and constituents of district 2 are extremely disconcerted over the negative effects on the community at large, by Dr. Rivera. This is paperclipped to its continuation.
August 6, 1980 Avondale unit plans to discuss action by Rivera by John A. Salas: a special meeting of Avondale Advisory Council, an arm of the Pueblo Neighborhood Health Centers (PNHC) board of directors is scheduled to discuss the council's latest grievances against Dr. Richard Rivera.
August 14, 1980 Centers' board sets next session in Avondale: The meeting has been move to Avondale so that the community gets a chance to express their concerns to the full board.
February 22, 1981 Dr. Rivera should resign: PNHC are facing a crisis after their request for 2 million federal grant was denied for 1981 and their current budget ends on March 30. Rivera is asked to step down so that they community can recieve benefits.
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Dr. Rivera believes in 'patient-oriented' care at health centers by Ron Martinez: a biography about Rivera and his work in Pueblo.
April 9, 1970 Hispano Priest Links Start Of Revolution with Crisis by Marvin Read: Father Ruiz remarks that "those who make a peaceful revolution impossible make a violent one probable". Other priest chime in on thier roles in the revolution.
April 16, 1970 Padres Map "Gaint Task': Father Ruiz speaks with Al Gurule about making peace in the community.
March 27, 1970 Employer Voices Support for Gurule: Rev. Kapushion, Gurule's supervisor at Social Services of Pueblo United, a United Fund Agency, voices support for Gurule.
March 30, 1970 Kapushion back Gurule Program: Rev.Kapushion is proud of Gurule and voices other opinions.
April 3, 1970 Rev. Kapushion says 'Creed' Written by Hispano Youths: KOAA TV interview Rev. Kapushion and Bishop Buswell about the creation of the Black/Brown Beret "Creed".
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Emotions in Pueblo hot as steel ovens: Rev. Kapushion states " it is not Mr. Gurule or his boys who have cause this trouble - it's the people here who refuse to try to understand".
'Creed' Expression Of Ethnic Unity by Marvin Read: Rev. Kapushion states that for the creed to be understood by others, people need to attempt to understand why chicano youth is trying to accomplish in Pueblo.
April 1, 1971 200 Attend Gonzales Rally: A peaceful and organized demonstration of 200 people in support of Rodolfo Gonzales in front of the Pueblo Judicial building.
1971 Gonzales Angered by Judges' Actions: Gonzales was upset that the judge in his second trial about the East Los Angeles riots, stating that the judge was helping the procecution and attempted to persuade the jury.
From Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales messege to Aztlan State Capitol Denver, Colorado September 16th, 1975 (booklet): Gonzales wrote specific and personalized messages to his different genre of supports.
Loose printed papers with personal statements from others about Gonzales:
Maria Subia: She writes about how the confrontation between Gonzales, supporters, and the police changed her perspective about the movement.
Deborah Espinosa: She writes about she was inspired by Gonzales during his speech in 1972 in Boulder. Gonzales speech was about Hispanics shedding their inferiority complex and stop accepting second class citizenship.
Eddie Montour: He writes about Gonzales speeches at Pueblo Junior College lit a fire inside him that encouraged to embrace his Chicano power.
David Sandoval: He writes about being a believe in Gonzales methods and how humble and kind Gonzales was as a person. He then recites his memory of when Gonzales was arrested in the East Los Angeles riots.
Miguel Gurule obituary: passed away at the age of 86
Rudy Gurule head chorus newspaper clipping
October 8, 1971 Star Journal - Gurule Gets $8000 Grant to Obtain Doctorate ( 3 copies)
Spring 1972 Professor Wasserspring syllabus for Politics 97b section 1.
Spring 1972 Professor Wasserspring Reserve Library Reference
April 25, 1970 Pueblo Chicanos Seeking Change by George Lane: Lane writes about issues that Gurule is fighting to change; local leadership, support for boycotts, welfare boycotts, 1 free hand, cultural revolution, demonstrations, and picketed papers.
April 4, 1977 Doubts he'll lose radical perspective by Hugh Cox: Cox writes about Gurule's perspective on social issues, his social work, educations, and some of the results of his trials (2 copies).
July 7, 1995 an essay by Juan Espinosa: Espinosa recalls the upbringing and through of Al Gurule.
The rumors of Al Gurule's demise as activist are greatly exaggerated by John A. Salas: It has been 20 years since the height of Gurule's movement and this interviews asks Gurule about misconceptions about himself, other popular figures, his family, and how himself as a person.
El Progreso "Activist": Discusses the difficulty of small minning towns and how one of their own was about to better themselves and become an activist for all hispanics.
newspaper clipping from when Gurule was the La Raza Unida candidate for governor. Summarizing the life and and social work of Gurule (3 copies).
Newspaper clipping of young Al Gurule, naming his parents some of his educational degrees
3 different printed photos of al Gurule
December 4, 1970 Colorado Raza Unida spokesman by Antonio Camejo: a interview transcript between Rudolfo "Corky" Gonzales and Antonio Camejo
December 18, 1970 Colo, Chicano leaders on trial in frame-up by Della Rossa: reciting the incident that cause Gonzales and Gurule to get arrest in Los Angeles and comments from their attorney Oscar Z. Acosta.
November 5, 1971 Militants turn Raza conference around by Antonio Camejo: a national gathering of Chicanos and Boricuas had a different outcome the organizer expected ( 2 copies).
December 17, 1971 Raza Unida conference in Colorado projects national gathering in spring by Antonio Camejo: a conference held to prepare for a national gathering of Raza Unida Party gathering of Raza Unida Party activists next spring.
September 8, 1972 Should the Chicano Movement Support McGovern for President by Antonio Camejo: Will McGovern actually help the chicano movement (2 copies)
September 8, 1972 Echeverria: Friend or Foe of La Raza by Miguel Pendas: Is the Mexican president for the Chicano movement or more in support of president Nixon
September 22, 1972 Raza Unida parties to McGovern by Antonio Camejo: La Raza wants complete independence from both the Republican and Democratic parties.
November 24, 1972 Colo. Raza Unida makes good showing by Lyle Fulks: With most of the voting closed, Colorado Raza Unida party won a significant number of votes.
Unknown date La Raza and the '72 elections by Antonio Camejo: recites different opinions on presidental candiadates and party issues.
March 1969 El Plan Espiritual de Aztlan: We are Aztlan mission statement explaining what they stand for.
1970 The Program of El Plan Espiritual de Aztlan: This packet contains their goals, purpose, actions, resolutions, a petition to oppose the war in Vietnam and support the National Chicano Moratorium, Chicano Conference Politics Workshop by Liz Montoya 3/26/70, letter to the nation of Aztlan, Los Artistas de Aztlan workshop details, community control details, economic workshop report, letter to Chairman Jugh Burns annoucing the creation of La Raza Unida Independent Political Party, boycott support, and political prisoners ( 2 copies).
1971 La Raza party call by Denver Chicano meet by Juan Lopez and Sam Kushner: At the third annual Natl. Chicano Conference a new party "El Plan Espiritual de Aztlan" emerged. Gurule said the new party would strengthen the Chicano liveration movement.
March 30, unknown year Chicanos Organize New Political Party: Young Spanish-Americans call for a new nation to e called Aztlan. This is different from "El Plan Espiritual de Aztlan" as Spanish-American accused the two party system of holding a double standard for the Spanish-American population.
May 16, 1970 a flyer for the La Raza Unida Political Conference
May 17, 1970 Gonzales, Gurule Rap 2 Established Political Parties: A convention was held where Rudolgo Corky Gonzales and Albert Gurule stressed the need for the Chicano party (2 copies).
May 29, 1970 La Raza Unida Aims to Unite Chicanos: Gurule spoke at Adams State on the purpose of La Raza Unida and having a political voice.
July 24, 1970 La Raza Seeks to Get Candidates on Ballot: Since La Raza is not one of the major political parties, its candidates will have to get on the general election ballot by petition.
August 28, 1970 Gurule says La Raza is Strengthening Country: At the third meeting for La Raza Party, Gurule speaks about the Chicano movement is Colorado and reforms the party plans to take on.
September 1970, Candidates of Two Parties File Petitions: Candidates of La Raza Unida Party and American Independent party filed petitions to run in the Nov. 3rd Election.
September 27, 1970, La Raza Unida Blames Hogan by Charles Roos: La Raza Unida's attorney states that Mark Hogan is behind the protest filed against the Hispano party's political candidates.
September 27, 1970 Lawyer says Hogan trying to disenfranchise party by Richard Tucker: La Raza Unida's attorney charged Hogan with try to disenfranchise their party.
September 29, 1970 Raza Unida Awaits Rule on Protest: La Raza may learn today whether or not their names will be on the ballot for the election in November.
September 30, 1970 La Raza Unida party claims GOP, Dems frightened by Richard Tucker: Gurule stated that the democratic party used to laugh at La Raza. Now their emotions have turned to fear. Gurule is hoping the democratic party will respect them. The article continues with what Gurules plans are for this election.
October 18, 1970 La Raza Seeking legal status for party by Richard Tucker: states that La Raza Unida is a different ogranization the previous parties and but has similar goals such as Chicano pride and disaffection towards with the two major political parties.
October 18, 1970 La Raza seeking legal party status: While some candidates say a vote for Gurule is a waste of a vote, La Raza supporters don't feel that way because they don't feel represented by either the repubicans or democrats.
November 1, 1970 Star Journal/Sunday Chieftan: List of all the candidates running for all types of govenment/office/police ( 2 copies)
November 2, 1970 La Raza's goal impossible by Dorothy Trujillo: The author says Gurule is unlikely to win because he wants 10% percent of the votes when only 7% of the state is Chicano. He would need the help of all Chicanos, black people, liberals, and those who don't like John Love and Mark Hogan.
November 3, 1970 La Raza Unida candidate pamphlet: Includes the 8 candidates biographies and what they stand for (2 copies).
December 1970 Demonstration Scheduled by Chicano Group: The demonstration was to show Chicanos dissatisfaction with the repressive judical system.
January 1, 1971 La Raza Unida Failed to Set Voters Afire by Steve Gascoyne: Chicanos did come out in support like the party had hoped. the most popular candidate was Mrs. Marcella Trujillo. Gurule only received 2% of the votes for Governer.
June 17, 1971 La Raza Social Service Working for Chicanos Self Help by Ron Martinez: List the multiple sections that La Raza Social Services will cover.
August 27, 1971 La Raza Unida Part Slates National meet Here: The nation's first La Raza Unida Party will be held in Pueblo Nov. 25-28.
November 27, 1971 Need for Own Party Emerges by Ron Martinez: A three day meeting with roughly 400 delegates from across the nation came together to speak about the priorities and philosophy.
1971 La Raza Unida Selects Gurule Vice Chairman: Gurule has been chosen as vice chairman of the state organization of La Raza Unida.
December 24, 1972 Las Posadas re-creates birth of Christ by Ron Martinez; La Raza Unida of Pueblo created a family participation celebration for Christmas call "Las Posadas".
October 31, 1975 La Raza to hold workshop and fund-raising dinner: The topic of the dinner and workshop is racism in the local schools and Chicano legal defense. Gonzales and Juan Haro will be speaking.
February 12, 1976 Chicano group rejects Bicentennial fund offer by Ron Martinez.
Unknown date La Raza Candidates File Petitions Here, in Denver: La Raza Unida filed petitions in Pueblo and Denver for mositions on the Nov. 3rd ballot (2 copies).
Unknown date Chicano Needs Focus of La Raza by George Lane: states the opinions of Gurule and his partner George Garcia on different issues they intend to focus on.
Unknown date 2 Hispanos to Seek Top State Posts by Joseph Sanchez: Commenting on who are Albert Gurule and George Garcia and what they stand for in this election.
Unknown date News Media Barred at La Raza Session: The only news station allowed to attend the session is KAPI, a local spanish language radio station.
Unknown date Hispano Political Party to Meet in Pueblo Saturday: La Raza will host a meeting in Pueblo to explain more of what the third party can be capable of.
Unknown date La Raza to Hold Another State Meeting June 27: La Raza will host their third state convention in Fort Collins in their series of district meetings.
Unknown date La Raza Unida Meets in Denver: The second state convention meeting will take place in Denver in the Crusade for Justice center.
Unknown date More Candidates Announced by La Raza Unida Party by George Lane: At the second state convention in Denver, La Raza Unida annouced the names of several more candidates.
Unknown date La Raza Party Asks for Equal Coverage: Georgia Garcia, running for lt. governor said that he expects and demands the party to recieve equal coverage to the other major parties.
Unknown date Objections Filed Against Seven La Raza Candidates by Terence Curran: Other officials say that Gurule and Garcia are too young to run of office and that there are too many candidates for La Raza Unida on the ballot.
Unknown date need for Chicano Party to Assist Poor Emerges by Ron Martinez: A three day meet of roughly 400 delegates nationwide to emphasize the need for self determination in the lives of Chicanos and the disregarding of political parties that have exploited them.
Unknown date La Raza Candidates to File Lists Monday: the eight candidates for La Raza will file petitions for their names to be on the ballot in November.
Unknown date Valdez: GOP, Dems Ignore Real Issues: Leo F. Valdez, a La Raza Unida candidate, says that both republican and democratic candidates for state treasurer in the election have made no effort to discuss the real issues o fthe financial dilemma of the state.
Unknown date La Raza Registration Awaits Vote Outcome: The Pueblo County clerk, Jon Giguere, reported that voters interested in registering with the new La Raza Unida political party will have to wait until after November's general election.
Unknown date Objections to La Raza Unida Candidates Overrued: Secretary of State Byron A, "Andy" Anderson overruled the protest to six candidates for the La Raza Unida Party, meaning they will be on the ballot.
Unknown date Chicanos Trying Own Political Party by Fred Brown: Chicano believe that they need a new political party because although they align with democratic views, the democratic party does nothing for them. The republican party is viewed as worst.
Unknown date La Raza Not Done Yet, Says Gonzales: Although La Raza Unida failed to get the 10% of the total gubernatorial vote it wanted, Gonzales says that is is the first step and La Raza Unida will continue to push forwards.
Unknown date Youth of Commuity aided by La Raza Drug Program by Ron Martinez: La Raza is making a hard stance against drugs and has created a drug program to help those become clean.
Uknown date/Unknown title: Gurule states that Chicanos need to seperate themselves from the white establishment and go towards the political party that is focused on them.
La Raza Unida Party Orange Large Sticker.
La Raza pamphlet that includes the purposes and goals of La Raza Unida (4 copies, 2 in spanish).
La Raza Unida Party flyer stating that they comdemn the War. Also listening other events they are for/against. includes a 2 copies printed on regular paper in paragraph form and one in newspaper clipping form.
Perspectives on the Movement flyers: addressing the past, present, and future, and stating what the presentation will go over. This is two loose pages but are not connected by a staple.
How Did Pueblo Vote (3 copies)
La Raza Unida- Party Platform packet.
Partido de La Raza Unida - Colorado State Platform packet 1972
Colorado General Assembly Report packet
May 25, 1988 Board rejects Gurule's halfway house plan by Casey Anderson: The Pueblo County Community Corrections Board has decided not to endorse Gurule's proposal. Board membes did vote to keep the options open.
June 29, 1988 Gurule advances his plan for new halfway house by Cathy Cochran-Lewis: Gurule proposed his idea of a 75 bed halfway house called Community Corrections Services to the board (2 copies).
July 14, 1988 Halfway house gains ground by Cathy Cochran-Lewis: Community Corrections Services has been approved.
September 25, 1988 Al Gurule intends to put emphasis on inmate control by Cathy Cochran-Lewis: Gurule says he will have rigid control of inmates for their own success (2 copies).
October 12, 1988 Halfway house funding is a good public investment: Corrections Director Kip Kautzky agreed that both Rock Mountain Community Corrections Center and Pueblo Community Corrections Services need more funding.
January 29, 1989 Some serve time without stepping inside a prison by Cathy Cochran-Lewis: Many Puebloans are serving time for their crimes without the isolation and severity of prison.
January 29, 1989 Community centers are cheap for state, expensive for others by Cathy Cochran-Lewis: Housing inmates in community corrections centers is not a cheap proposition, but state legislators have discovered it is a lighter bill than prison.
January 30, 1989 A contrast of 2 Centers by Juan Espinosa: A comparison of Al Gurule's center to Michael Perry's center. One drug death called to many by Juan Espinosa: Summarizes the death of Linda Marie Gonzales. Then goes into the drug policies both centers have in place.
March 3, 1989 Regis College aims to bring liberal arts to correction centers by Peter Strescino: Regis professor Gil Gardner wants to include freshman level classes into both Rocky Mountain Community Corrections and Pueblo Community Services.
April 26, 1989 Tough inmates screening hurts correction business, exec says by Cathy Cochran-Lewis: Gurule says that the tougher screening on inmates is making the ability to accept new inmates a lot slower.
May 24, 1989 One one conrrections center may survive county allocations by Randie Golkin: Both Gurule's Pueblo Commuity Corrections Services and Michael Perry's Rocky Mountain Community Corrections are fighting for funding.
September 27, 1989 Communtiy corrections: New Corrections center receives mixed reviews by Chris Lopez: After a year of being open, Pueblo Communtiy Corrections Inc recieved points of praise and critism.
January 7, 1991 Halfway house owners refute big-profit image by Chris Lopez: The community is becoming concerned with the amount of inmates being pushed into the halfways and wondering if it is for the money.
May 1, 1991 Audit dismisses inmates gripes against corrections center by Peter Strescino: Inmates reported issues with food services, money management, and secutiy politices however, all conditions are correctable (2 copies)
February 10, 1994 Commissioners make major changes in corrections by Peter Strescino: Pueblo County commissioners decided to abolish the local Department of Correctional Services and cut the Community Community.
June 29, 1992 Corrections service gains funds, respect by Peter Strescino: Pueblo Community Corrections Services are getting more funds. Gurule says he is happy are happy with the boards views on his program (2 copies).
Unknown date Politican denies Gurule's charges by Cathy Cochran-Lewis: Gurule accused representative Juan Trujillo of trying to sabotage Gurule's new community corrections business (2 copies)
October 12, 1988 Halfway house funding is a good public investment: Corrections Director Kip Kautzky agreed that both Rock Mountain Community Corrections Center and Pueblo Community Corrections Services need more funding. 8
January 30, 1989 A contrast of 2 Centers by Juan Espinosa: A comparison of Al Gurule's center to Michael Perry's center. One drug death called to many by Juan Espinosa: Summarizes the death of Linda Marie Gonzales. Then goes into the drug policies both centers have in place. 8
March 3, 1989 Regis College aims to bring liberal arts to correction centers by Peter Strescino: Regis professor Gil Gardner wants to include freshman level classes into both Rocky Mountain Community Corrections and Pueblo Community Services. 8
May 24, 1989 One one conrrections center may survive county allocations by Randie Golkin: Both Gurule's Pueblo Commuity Corrections Services and Michael Perry's Rocky Mountain Community Corrections are fighting for funding. 8
