Aurelio Manrique: From Mexican Revolutionary to L.A. Times Columnist
Aurelio Manrique, a former Mexican revolutionary and political exile, became a columnist for the Los Angeles Times in 1931. Manrique, originally from San Luis Potosí, Mexico, had a diverse background as a medical student, political prisoner, and advisor to Mexican President Álvaro Obregón. He was known for his fiery political stance, even pulling a gun on a rival in Mexico's congress. After arriving in Los Angeles in 1929, Manrique became a prominent figure in the Latino community, participating in cultural events and working in Hollywood. Despite his revolutionary past, his role at the L.A. Times was more subdued, focusing on Spanish-language news roundups and language lessons. 
