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- [Pages 221 and 212 of letter book]
- Page 221 of letter book on which is written several financial notes and the start of a letter, possibly to Castro, regarding the annexation of Texas. Page 222, recto, of letter book on which is written a continuation of a letter to Castro and several financial notes.
- [Letter from Ferdinand Louis Huth to his father, Ludwig Huth, May 3, 1845]
- Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to his father, L[udwig] Huth about the situation with Castro, his financial difficulty, the legal action he took against two colonists and his realization that if he had been able to foresee the unpleasant sides of his job he would not have taken it on for $10 a day. Pages 222, verso, and 223 of letter book.
- [Page 224 of letter book]
- Page 224 of letter book containing various financial notes.
- [Letter from Ferdinand Louis Huth to Henri Castro, June 1845]
- Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to H[enri] Castro informing him how much he is needed in Castroville in order for it to succeed. He also discusses the crops and election of a cowboy to tend the growing number of cows. Also, a financial note at top date 1845/06/03. Pages 224, verso, and 225 of letter book.
- [Letters from Ferdinand Louis Huth to Henri Castro and William Elliot, June 1845 and July 14, 1845]
- Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to H[enri] Castro regarding a new expedition of colonists. Several small notes regarding sent letters and financial matters interspersed. Pages 226 of letter book. Also first part of letter to W. Elliot dates 1845/07/14 regarding financial matters. Page 226, verso, of letter book. Page 227 of letter book containing last half of letter from [Huth] to W. Elliot regarding financial matters. Also, various notes regarding finances and purchasing supplies.
- [Letters from Ferdinand Louis Huth to E. Martin and H. A. Cobb and F. Guilbeau, September 1845]
- Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to E. Martin and H. A. Cobb apologizing for the delay and correcting several errors in the bill of sale in their last letter. Also includes beginning of letter to F. Guilbeau of same date, regarding items for sale. Pages 227, verso, and 228 of letter book.
- [Letter from Ferdinand Louis Huth to Henri Castro, October 5, 1845]
- Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to H[enri] Castro in which Huth expresses his belief that Castro would be coming soon and reiterating that his presence is necessary for the colony's success. He also discusses the colonists and the declaration of war by Mexico and his belief that it will be nothing to worry about. Pages 230 (verso), 231, and 232 (recto) of letter book.
- [Page 236 of letter book]
- Page 236 of letter book contains short notes regarding letter to Castro, Martin and Cobb and brief notes regarding financial matters. Page 236, verso, of letter book contains several short notes to Castro, Martin and Cobb, and J. H. Illies & Co.
- [Letter from Ferdinand Louis Huth to J. H. Illies & Co., October 6, 1846]
- Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to J. H. Illies & Co. informing him that Castro has arrived and taken over the colonization business. He also discusses provisions and finances. Also included second letter to same recipient dated 1846/10/16 asking them to use the most recent prices for his bill since some items have decreased. Page 237 of letter book.
- [Letter from Ferdinand Louis Huth to Henri Castro, 1846, with other notes, September 1844]
- Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to H[enr]i Castro informing him that he has closed out his daily accounts and asking him to take care of various financial matters. Page 238, recto, of letter book. On page 238, verso, of letter book on which is written some information regarding provisions and notifying the public that he is no longer an employee of Castro or the Antwerp Society for Texas Colonization.
- [Page 239 of letter book]
- Page 239 of letter book. Blank except for page number. Page 239, verso, of letter book on which is written information regarding provisions, possibly from September 1844, and part of a letter to [Castro].
- Détail des Recettes et Dépenses
- Page 97 of letter book listing prices for various items, including cheese, ham, soup, shoes, spoons, pans and butter knives.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, November 15, 1843]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding the quality and quantity of the colonists and hoping to improve both.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 1, 1843]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth regarding Reigert's plan to lease land with 25 families of farmers with the aim of forming an agricultural cooperative.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, January 1, 1844]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth wishing him a happy new year and discussing their third expedition. He informs Huth that Bischops, Basting and de Bake have joined the enterprise and that he expects to depart for Texas on April 1st.
- [Letter from Hy. Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, September 25, 1844]
- Letter from Hy. Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding a credit for Haas.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, November 26, 1844]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding a shipment of plows and a contract with Higginbotham, a copy of which is included, signed R. J. Higginbotham and dated November 22, 1844 in San Antonio. He also discusses various small matters related to the running of the colony.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to William Elliot, November 25, 1844]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to W[illia]m Elliot regarding financial matters and giving orders for accounts and supplies.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 3, 1844]
- Letter from H[enri] C[astro] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding his arrival in Washington and telling him that Congress will convene the next day.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 9, 1844]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] insisting that the soil be plowed and sown. He informs him that arrival of emigrants is increasing and supplies will be important. He states that annexation is likely.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 14, 1844]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding news of the colony and hoping Dreyer is found. He also gives some instructions regarding various people and issues. Signed H. Castro on December 14, 1844 in Washington.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 22, 1844]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding news of the colony. He discusses Haas and Montel and expresses pleasure that Dreyer has returned. Signed H. Castro on December 22, 1844 in Washington.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 29, 1844]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] in which he discusses Elliot and funds, carts and oxen, the arrival of [Pfanner] with his settlers and urging him to have the settlers write letters home. Signed H. Castro on December 29, 1844 in Washington.
- [Letter from Hy. Castro to W. Elliot, December 29, 1844]
- Letter from Hy. Castro to W. Elliot [possibly Cope] regarding financial matters [copy]. Letter from James Holford to H. Castro, 1844-06-03, is copied on the reverse side of the letter.
- [Letter from James Holford to H. Castro, June 3, 1844]
- Letter from James Holford to H. Castro regarding financial matters [copy]. Letter from Hy. Castro to W. Elliot, 1844-12-29, is copied on the reverse side.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, January, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] sharing news of the bill's passage in the House and his hope that it will be passed in the Senate as well. He also discusses the organization of a militia. Signed Hi. Castro in January 1845 in Washington.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, January 23, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] announcing the success of the Bill with the Senate and the President. He states that he is leaving for Galveston the following day. Signed Hi. Castro on January 23, 1845 in Washington.
- [Letter from W. Elliot, February, 1845]
- Letter from W. Elliot regarding the colony, travel plans, and financial matters.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, January, 23, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] sharing news of the Bill's passage and stating that he is going to go to Europe to encourage immigration but expects to be back by the end of June. In the postscript he asks him to let Dr. Cupples occupy his house. Signed Hi. Castro in January 23, 1845 in Washington.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, February 1, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding his success in Congress. He gives details of his trip to Europe including when he expects to return. Signed M. Castro in February 1, 1845 in Galveston.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, February 5, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri Castro] to Ferdinand [Louis] Huth regarding the arrival of [Pfanner] and his immigrants. Signed H. C. on February 5, 1845 in Galveston.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, February 6, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating that the letter is entrusted to Rev. Pfanner and many immigrants are expected shortly. He lists some provisions he is sending, including salt, nails, seeds, etc. Signed H. Castro on February 6, 1845 in Galveston.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, February 11, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri Castro] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating that the schooner Pauline left the previous day with Pfanner and 206 immigrants. He encloses his accounts with Cobb and a list of the immigrants and their financial standing. Signed H. C. on February 11, 1845 in Galveston.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth regarding the brig Oscar, February 11, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding the brig Oscar and 100 immigrants. Signed Hi. Castro on February 11, 1845 in Galveston.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, February 18, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] announcing the arrival of 315 emigrants in two convoys under the direction of Rev. Pfanner. Signed H. Castro on February 18, 1845 in New Orleans.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, March 2, 1845]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] with news of the annexation of Texas to the United States. Signed H. Castro on March 2, 1845 in Washington.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 1, 1845]
- Letter from Hr. Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating his intentions for his trip to Europe. Signed Hr. Castro on April 1, 1845 in Boston.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 13, 1845]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] written upon his arrival in Liverpool from Halifax. He states that he will immediately begin work for the colony instead of seeing his family. Signed H. Castro on April 13, 1845 in Liverpool.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 25, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding his arrival in Antwerp and a new shipment of colonists. Signed H. Castro on April 25, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 25, 1845, Copy 2]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding his arrival in Antwerp and a new shipment of colonists. Signed Hr. Castro on April 25, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, May 15, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] impatiently awaiting news of the colony and hoping the 59 emigrants sent though New Orleans arrive without trouble. He mentions that he is corresponding with Huth's father and expects to see him soon. Signed H. Castro on May 15, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, July 1, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating that he is sorry Huth has been ill and hoping he recovers quickly. He states that on the next steamer either he or an agent will arrive with needed funds. He mentions Cobb's treason. Signed Hr. Castro on July 1, 1845 in Paris.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, July 1, 1845, Copy 2]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating that he is sorry Huth has been ill and hoping he recovers quickly. He states that on the next steamer either he or an agent will arrive with needed funds. He mentions Cobb's treason. Signed Hr. Castro on July 1, 1845 in Paris.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, August 15, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] announcing that he has won his lawsuit. He instructs him to have Dr. Cupples go to Galveston to meet Mr. Maqueray and route the new colonists through Corpus Christi. He includes details of Huth's appointment as Director and three other commissions. A postscript states that Mr. Maqueray will be unable to leave and a replacement must be found. Signed Hr. Castro on August 15, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Huth, Cupples, Bourgeois and Gentil, September 17, 1845]
- Letter from H[enr]i Castro to Huth, Cupples, Bourgeois and Gentil in which he introduces the bearer of the letter, Jean Joseph Bouche, and asks them to guide him and give him aid. Signed Hi. Castro Sept. 17, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, September 17, 1845]
- Letter from H[enr]i Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth regarding a new batch of emigrants and some specific instructions regarding the colony. Signed Hi. Castro on Sept. 17, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, September 17, 1845, Copy 2]
- Letter from H[enr]i Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth regarding a new batch of emigrants and some specific instructions regarding the colony. Marked "Duplicate". Signed Hi. Castro on Sept. 17, 1845 in Antwerp. Includes a document listing names of colonists under the headings "house[s] built" and "under construction," with several dates listed.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 15, 1845]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth assuring him that he is writing twice a month and stating that Huth's letters are not reaching him. He also dictates his wishes for the construction of his house and gardens and states that he expects to bring with him a large number of families with money when he returns. He ends with several subjects he wishes Huth to address in his return letter. Signed Hy. Castro on October 15, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, November 16, 1845]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] imploring him to write as he has had no news. Signed Hy. Castro on November 16, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Theodore DeCoch, Guillaume D'Hanis and T. David to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 4, 1845]
- Letter from Th[eodo]re DeCoch, G[uillau]me D'Hanis and T. David to [Ferdinand] L[ouis] Huth introducing him to the newly formed Antwerp Society for Texas Colonization. Signed G. D. on December 4, 1845 in Antwerp.