Finding aid for the Luis Martinez Papers


Repository: Western Reserve Historical Society
Creator: Martinez, Luis
Title: Luis Martinez Papers
Dates: 1975-1986
Extent: 0.20 linear feet (1 container)
Abstract: Luis Martinez, a native of Puerto Rico, Martinez lived in Lorain, Ohio, for much of his youth. In 1981, Cleveland Mayor George Voinovich appointed him as Hispanic Liaison for the city of Cleveland. He served in that capacity until 1986. The collection consists of minutes and a history of the Spanish American Committee of Cleveland, correspondence, news releases, mailing lists, and clippings. This collection pertains largely to the Hispanic Community and includes material on bilingual education in Cleveland Public Schools, San Juan Bautista Church, Jose Feliciano and various social issues in Cleveland during the years 1975-1986.
MS Number MS 4176
Location: closed stacks
Language: The records are in English and Spanish