1967 Press Photo Houston's Pershing students picket for Yes vote at election

Students in the area of Pershing Junior High School, 7000 Braes Boulevard, conduct their own grassroots campaign in support of a school district referendum election Tuesday. About 30 youths massed in the 3600 block of Underwood Friday with signs and a pot and pan band to urge those who can vote to vote "yes." The proposals call for increasing tax assessment ratio from 40 to 53 percent to finance school improvements, teacher pay raises and air condition for the schools. Houston, Texas - Schools (by-name) - Pershing Middle School.

Photo is dated 1967.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.