If they possessed the other qualifications of the immigration law. of course they would be entitled to remain. If they could pass the literacy test there would be no objection. but most Mexicans can not speak the English language and do not know how to read or write in Spanish. Until the present drop in prices the production of longstaple cotton has been very profitable. Four cents a pound is the agreed price for picking. so that the Mexican laborers have been well paid. The money realized from the sale of cotton has greatly stimulated activity in building and other construction. so that there has been until recently a steady demand for American labor. both skilled and unskilled. at good wages.
Identified stereotypes
Most Mexicans cannot speak English or read/write in Spanish.