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- [Transcript of letter from Stephen Austin to his brother Moses Austin, September 14, 1800]
- Copy of transcript of letter from Stephen Austin to his brother Moses Austin discussing financial matters and money owed to him by Kenner.
- [Transcript of letter from Thomas J. Pilgrim to James F. Perry, June 19, 1838]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas J. Pilgrim to James F. Perry reporting of on his journey to Louisville.
- [Transcript of letter from José Antonio Navarro to Stephen F. Austin, February 18, 1829]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from José Antonio Navarro to Stephen F. Austin.
- [Transcript of letters from Stephen F. Austin, December 14, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for letters from Stephen F. Austin, sent during the period of June 5, 1830 until December 14, 1830.
- [Transcript of resolution passed by Texas Commissioners to the United States, December 8, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for a resolution passed by the Texas Commissioners to the United States to divide the deposit made in New Orleans between the Bank of Louisiana and the Bank of New Orleans.
- [Transcript of letter from James Hamilton to James F. Perry, July 5, 1837]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James Hamilton to James F. Perry informing Perry that he will be out of town for a month, should he try to write about the land deal with Bee. Hamilton also attempts to find an alternate means of paying Perry, since Green did not hold up his contact to deliver Hamilton's payment on behalf of Bee to Perry.
- [Transcript of Letter from George L. Hammeken to Guy M. Bryan, February 28, 1844]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from George L. Hammeken to Guy M. Bryan in which Hammeken recounts events from Hammeken's long acquaintance with Stephen F. Austin. Subjects include: Hammeken's plan to help Austin escape from one of several prisons where he was detained, Austin's views on statehood and independence, Austin's death, and general reflections on Austin's character.
- [Transcript of Shipping Record created by J. Doane, July 14, 1831]
- Copy of transcript for a shipping record created by J. Doane that includes shipping terms and fees, as well as a list of items being shipped.
- [Transcript of Letter from Thomas J. Pilgrim to James Perry, July 6, 1838]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas J. Pilgrim to James Perry, on July 6, 1838, discussing a school for Perry's son Stephen in Steubenville, Ohio. Pilgrim also discusses what he did for the Fourth of July.
- [Transcript of Letter from James W. Breedlove to Branch T. Archer, August 4, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Breedlove to Branch T. Archer, on August 4, 1836, discussing Stephen F. Austin's bid for the presidency of the Republic of Texas, and the possibility of Archer becoming an elected official as well.
- [Transcript of Letter from George Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, August 13, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from George Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, on August 13, 1836, discussing opinions about the Texas blockade of Matamoros. He goes on to discuss the upkeep of his newspaper, the Correo Atlántico.
- [Transcript of Letter from William Hodge to Stephen F. Austin, August 22, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from William Hodge to Stephen F. Austin, on August 22, 1836, asking that Austin find news of the son of John Hemphill, William, who may have been massacred at Goliad.
- [Transcript of Letter from Thomas William Ward to Stephen F. Austin, September 24, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas William Ward to Stephen F. Austin, on September 24, 1836, introducing Zacheus Hamlin, a man who wishes to settle in Texas.
- [Transcript of Letter from A. J. Yates to Stephen F. Austin, Branch T. Archer, and William W. Wharton, January 14, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from A. J. Yates to Stephen F. Austin, Branch T. Archer, and William H. Wharton, on January 14, 1836, informing them that he intends to go to New York City and buy a steam boat and fill it with troops and instruments of war, and to sail it down to Galveston to help with the Texas Revolution.
- [Transcript of court proceedings in the case of Keep vs. Groce]
- Copy of transcript for court proceedings in the case of Keep vs. Groce. A petition was filed on behalf of keep against Groce for breach of contract, Groce denied Keep's allegations and a trial followed. The proceedings include witness depositions. Witnesses include: R.M. O'Neal, Ay Buckner, William Morton, Kinchen Holliman, John Little, William Scott, Simon Miller, John Andrews, A.H. Philips, J.R. Clarke, Stephen Richardson, Warren Buford, James Cummings.
- [Transcript of Letter from Edward L. Pettit to Stephen F. Austin, January 6, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Edward L. Pettit to Stephen F. Austin in which Pettit informs Austin of his impending arrival in New Orleans with several other passengers bound for the colony. Pettit also appeals to Austin to reserve the five leagues of land if the government approves his land grant application.
- [Transcript of Letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, January 9, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, in which Breedlove provides a reference for Kinchen Davis.
- [Transcript of letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, January 30, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, requesting that Austin extend his hospitality to an acquaintance of Breedlove who has plans to visit Texas and the surrounding areas.
- [Transcript of Letter from Thomas F. McCaleb to Stephen F. Austin, March 22, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas F. McCaleb to Stephen F. Austin, in which McCaleb provides a letter of reference for Colonel Henry Morse.
- [Transcript of Letter from Joseph Thomas to Stephen F. Austin, March 26, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Joseph Thomas to Stephen F. Austin, in which Thomas provides a letter of reference for Asa Brigham.
- [Transcript of Letter from Thomas F. McCaleb to Stephen F. Austin, April 6, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas F. McCaleb to Stephen F. Austin, in which McCaleb provides a letter of recommendation for Peter W. Grayson.
- [Transcript of Letter from Nathaniel Cox to Stephen F. Austin, May 11, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Nathaniel Cox to Stephen F. Austin, in which Cox writes that he is sending several items in care of Austin to ensure that they are delivered to the intended recipient. Cox also expresses his concern over lack of information regarding the heirs of J. H. Hawkins.
- [Transcript of Letter from Nathaniel Cox to Stephen F. Austin, November 12, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Nathaniel Cox to Stephen F. Austin, in which Cox requests that, if Austin still has access to letters that were sent in care of his office addressed to Mr. Carbajal, that he remove several bills for Edward Robinson, (which were included as attachments) and forward them to a lawyer for collection.
- [Transcript of Letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, December 4, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, in which Breedlove provides a letter of reference for James Morgan.
- [Transcript of Letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, December 8, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, in which Breedlove provides a letter of reference for Samuel H. Barlow.
- [Transcript of Letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin, December 8, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Breedlove to Stephen F. Austin in which Breedlove provides a letter of reference for Edmund Andrews.
- [Transcript of Letter from John D. Martin to Stephen F. Austin, March 8th, 1831]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from John D. Martin to Stephen F. Austin, in which Martin provides a letter of reference for Ephraim Roddy.
- [Transcript of Letter from Joseph Philips to Stephen F. Austin, May 30, 1831]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Joseph Philips to Stephen F. Austin, in which Philips make inquires regarding the current value of white pine in the colonies, and whether or not there are any potential buyers for a sugar mill east of Pittsburgh.
- [Transcript of Brochure Concerning Immigration to Texas, December 1831]
- Copy of transcript for a brochure concerning immigration to Texas. The brochure describes the social, economic and physical characteristics of Texas; its political relationship to Mexico; and the terms of immigration.
- [Transcript of Letter from James F. Perry to James McGavock, July 12, 1832]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James F. Perry to James McGavock, regarding a land deed and the costs associated with its survey. Perry also provides instructions for how McGavock should dispose of the money once it has been collected.
- [Transcript of Letter from N. M. Henderson to Stephen F. Austin, August 8, 1832]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from N. M. Henderson to Stephen F. Austin, concerning Henderson's interest in returning to Texas as a surveyor for lands included in Austin's second grant. Henderson also asks Austin knowledge concerning the whereabouts of General Mason.
- [Transcript of Letter from James Ramage to Stephen F. Austin, January 2, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James Ramage to Stephen F. Austin, in which Ramage informs Austin that his departure to the United States has been delayed until now and that he received Austin's letter, and will promote the colony during his time in the United States.
- [Transcript of Letter from James F. Perry to Messers. Ferguson, Jones, and Campbell, January 4, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James F. Perry to Messers. Ferguson, Jones, and Campbell, concerning business in the colony, accounts, and items he would like ordered and shipped.
- [Transcript of Bill of lading witnessed by W. S. Brown, January 8, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a bill of lading witnessed by W. S. Brown, describing the shipping destination, the name of the vessel, and cash value of shipments.
- [Transcript of Letter from Thomas Powell to Stephen F. Austin, January 31, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas Powell to Stephen F. Austin, in which Powell asks Austin for any information regarding the adjustment of his land claim. Powell also requests that Austin forward his papers if it is unlikely that his claim will be adjusted soon.
- [Transcript of Letter from James F. Perry to Messrs John G. Stevenson and Co., February 3, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James F. Perry to Messrs John G. Stevenson and Co.
- [Transcript of Bill of Lading witnessed by John G. Rowland for James F. Perry , March 22, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a bill of lading witnessed by John G. Rowland for James F. Perry, describing shipping details including: vessel, shipping company, master of the shipping vessel, and itemized costs.
- [Transcript of Bill of Lading witnessed by W. S. Brown for James F. Perry, March 2, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a bill of lading witnessed by W. S. Brown for James F. Perry, describing shipping details including: vessel, shipping company, master of the shipping vessel, and itemized costs.
- [Transcript of Letter from W. S. Parrott to Stephen F. Austin, March 25, 1833]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from W. S. Parrott to Stephen F. Austin, in which Parrott informs Austin that John Colburn, (a man claiming to come from Austin's colony), has stolen money using falsified credentials. Parrott also asks Austin to keep a look out for Colburn and Pearly S. Girard (the man believed to be his accomplice), and to areest them both on sight.
- [Transcript of Letter from James Ladd to Stephen F. Austin, May 30, 1834]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James Ladd to Stephen F. Austin, in which Ladd requests any information concerning his son, (James Leanders S. Ladd), who left the United States with William A. Nixon in order to do business in San Antonio de Bexar. Ladd also requests information about the Austin Colony: resources, customs, productions, and the kinds of immigrants the Mexican government would prefer.
- [Transcript of Letter from William Bryan to Stephen F. Austin, June 11, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from William Bryan to Stephen F. Austin, in which Bryan attaches his first letter to Austin (stating his intention to immigrate to Texas), describes his efforts to promoting the interests of Texas, and requests that the government of Texas consider his citizenship from the date of his first letter.
- [Transcript of Letter from William W. Hunter to James F. Perry, September 28, 1834]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from William W. Hunter to James F. Perry, in which Hunter informs Perry of high numbers of people falling ill and some fatalities as a result, including their mutual friend, Capt. John Dunklin. Hunter also writes about his concern over his credit and asks Perry to collect his claims as soon as possible.
- [Transcript of minutes from the General Council, November 15, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for minutes from a meeting of the General Council, which cover the need to approach independence carefully, forecasting when volunteers will arrive from the U. S., discussing location of various ships along the coast, and other things.
- [Transcript of letter from Henry Smith to Stephen F. Austin, Branch Tanner Archer, and William H. Wharton, December 8, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Governor Henry Smith to Stephen F. Austin, Branch T. Archer, and William H. Wharton giving orders for their visit to the United States to gain political and financial backing.
- [Transcript of letter from E. Hall to James F. Perry, December 9, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from E. Hall to James F. Perry regarding a draft on a house drawn up by Mr. Somerville.
- [Transcript of letter from James W. Robinson to Branch T. Archer, Stephen F. Austin, and William H. Wharton, December 19, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Robinson to Branch T. Archer, Stephen F. Austin, and William H. Wharton introducing Major [Charles E.] Hawkins who is arriving in Texas.
- [Transcript of a Resolution passed by Texas Commissioners to the United States, December 8, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for a resolution passed by the Texas Commissioners to the United States to divide the deposit made in New Orleans between the Bank of Louisiana and the Bank of New Orleans.
- [Transcript of Letter from E. Hall to James Perry, December 9, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from E. Hall to James Perry, on December 9, 1835, discussing the draft to a house.
- [Transcript of Letter from James W. Robinson to Branch T. Archer, Stephen F. Austin, and William H. Wharton, December 19, 1835]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from James W. Robinson to Branch T. Archer, Stephen F. Austin, and William H. Wharton, on December 19, 1835, introducing Major Hawkins and noting that he would do well in the Navy of Texas.
- [Transcript of agreement between lenders and the Provisional Government of Texas, January 12, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for an agreement between several lenders and the Provisional Government of Texas for a loan of $200,000.