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- [Transcript of Letter from S. Reed to Stephen F. Austin, September 15, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from S. Reed to Stephen F. Austin, in which Reed informs Austin of his intentions to relocate to the colony. Reed acknowledges the requirement to apply for land in person, but appeals to Austin to reserve one league of land on his behalf.
- [Transcript of Letter from José M. J. Carvajal to Stephen F. Austin, October 8, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from José M. J. Carvajal to Stephen F. Austin, on October 8, 1830, asking for land around the Navidad River, and also mentioning that George Fisher has been talking behind Austin's back.
- [Transcript of Paid Invoice for items purchased by J. F. Perry from Robins and Tingley, October 13, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a paid invoice for J. F. Perry issued by Robins and Tingley that includes a list of items purchased, quantity, cash value, and packing details.
- [Transcript of Two Paid Invoice for items purchased by Perry and Hunter from C. and N. Jones and John S. Hill, October 13, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for two paid invoices for items purchased by Perry and Hunter from C. and N. Jones and John S. Hill, respectively, that include quantity, cash value, and packing details.
- [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 John M. McCalla to Stephen F. Austin, January 7, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter of from John M. McCalla to Stephen F. Austin, in which McCalla provides a recommendation for David C. Black.
- [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 order to pay Elias R. Wightman, January 3, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for order to pay Elias R. Wightman according to the agreement o
- [Transcript of Colonization Contract between Stephen F. Austin and Nathaniel Hutchison, January 2, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a colonization contract between Stephen F. Austin and Nathaniel Hutchison stipulating fees and terms. Families represented by Savage include: Thomas A. Smith, William Savage, Hiram Savage, and John M. Savage.
- [Transcript of Letter from José Justo Liendo, January 15, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from José Justo Liendo, on January 15, 1830, giving all the rights to sell Liendo's land to Stephen F. Austin.
- [Transcript of Colonization Contract between Stephen F. Austin and George Sutherland, February 19, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a colonization contract between Stephen F. Austin and George Sutherland stipulating fees and terms. Families represented by Smith include: John Sutherland, William Manifee, William Heard, Joseph Rector, William Pride, Jesse White, Benjamin S. White, Samuel Rogers, Robert G. Grozier.
- [Transcript of Colonization Contract between Stephen F. Austin and James N. Smith, February 26, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a colonization contract between Stephen F. Austin and James N. Smith stipulating fees and terms. Families represented by Smith include: William Haskins, Pulaski Dudley and Mary Smith. Also included are rough descriptions of where each families' league is located.
- [Transcript of Letter from Lewis Moore Junior to Stephen F. Austin, February 28, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Lewis Moore Junior to Stephen F. Austin, in which Moore informs Austin that his plans to visit Texas have been postponed, but that he has sent his son as the family representative to find suitable land for their relocation. Moore also mentions that he rand out of time to procure the necessary recommendations, but that Austin can refer to Luke Lassier, P.R. Splane and Mr. Doty as references for both himself and his son.
- [Transcript of Letter from Thomas H. Borden to Stephen F. Austin, March 3, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas H. Borden to Stephen F. Austin, in which Borden informs Austin that the surveying work in the Sabine District has been slow and that he has struggled to make a profit since he moved to Texas on Austin's recommendation.
- [Transcript of Letter from R. C. Trimble to Stephen F. Austin, March 1, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from R.C. Trimble to Stephen F. Austin, in which Trimble informs Austin of his intention to move to Texas and requests details regarding how to apply for a land grant. Trimble also designates Rueben Doty as his representative and gives Doty powers to select a suitable tract of land on Trimble's behalf.
- [Transcript of Letter from José de las Piedras to Stephen F. Austin, March 7, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from José de las Piedras to Stephen F. Austin, on March 7, 1830, discussing a soldier who has defected, and the death of an Indian while traveling.
- [Transcript of Letter from John M. J. Carbajal to Stephen F. Austin, March 8, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from John M. J. Carbajal to Stephen F. Austin, in which Carbajal requests a couple of dozen copies of Austin's new map of Texas for Virginia families interested in settling in Texas. Carjabal also informs Austin that he has several hundred bibles that were translated into Spanish by the Bishop of Madrid and wonders if Austin would be willing to sell or give away as many as he can.
- [Transcript of Letter from Retson Morris to Stephen F. Austin, March 11, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Retson Morris to Stephen F. Austin, in which Morris informs Austin that he intends to settle in the Austin colony on land that Mr. Edwards is willing to sell to him. Morris also states that if the sea bluff property was been forfeited by the original grantee, he would prefer to purchase those lands over the land offered for sale by Mr. Edwards.
- [Transcript of Letter to Stephen F. Austin, on March 14, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter to Stephen F. Austin, on March 14, 1830, discussing a map created by the author.
- [Transcript of Letter to Stephen F. Austin, March 14, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter to Stephen F. Austin, on March 14, 1830, discussing one of the first maps of Texas, which is nearly accurate.
- [Transcript of Letter from William Carithers to Stephen F. Austin, March 15, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from William Carithers to Stephen F. Austin, in which Carithers informs Austin that his absence was caused by prolonged suffering of a stomach disorder, and that he recovered enough to make the move to the Texas. Carithers also informs Austin that his son-in-law will traveling ahead in hopes of establishing a factory there, and requests that Austin provide information and assistance.
- [Transcript of Letter from D. W. Smith to Stephen F. Austin, March 16, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from D. W. Smith to Stephen F. Austin, in which Smith informs Austin that a former colleague of his, whom he dispatched to Saltillo in order to sell several hundred pounds of calico, has decided to keep the money instead of returning the proceeds to Matamoras. Smith appeals to Austin for assistance in notifying the local authorities in the area and having him arrested if he is identified. Smith includes a description of the fugitive.
- [Transcript of Letter from José María Viesca and Santiago del Valle to Stephen F. Austin, March 18, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from José María Viesca and Santiago del Valle to Stephen F. Austin, on March 18, 1830, discussing the lack of supplies needed for colonists to survive.
- [Transcript of Letter from José Valentín García to Stephen F. Austin, March 20, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from José Valentín García to Stephen F. Austin, on March 20, 1830, asking Austin to look into the sale of two mules.
- [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 José Antonio Navarro to Stephen F. Austin, March 24, 1830]
- Copy of a transcript of a letter from José Antonio Navarro to Stephen F. Austin, on March 24, 1830, discussing a man who will receive and sell coffee and cattle.
- [Transcript of Letter from George Sutherland to Stephen F. Austin, March 3, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from George Sutherland to Stephen F. Austin, in which Sutherland provides a letter of reference for Ephrame Anderson.
- [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 T. Jefferson Chambers to Stephen F. Austin, April 5th, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from T. Jefferson Chambers to Stephen F. Austin, in which Chambers informs Austin that the real estate business is improving and the natives are buying large tracts of land. Chambers also asks Austin's opinion on including descriptions of water courses on the land titles.
- [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 Invoice for Shipping and Freight payable to William C. Carpenter, April 17, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for an invoice for shipping and freight charged to James F. Perry and payable to William C. Carpenter. Freight includes steel, fire irons, a mattress, lead, and an anvil.
- [Transcript of Letter from John C. Walker to Stephen F. Austin, April 17, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from John C. Walker to Stephen F. Austin, in which Walker requests Austin's opinion on the probability of making a living as a clerk in Texas. Walker also inquires about the whereabouts and well being of James E. B. Austin, with whom he has been friends for many years. Walker has heard conflicting rumors about James E. B. Austin's death.
- [Transcript of Letter from Ira Ingram to Stephen F. Austin, April 21, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Ira Ingram to Stephen F. Austin, in which Ingram informs Austin of his father-in-law, brother-in-law and his own intentions to settle in Texas. Ingram also specifies which leagues each man would prefer and requests that Austin do whatever is in his power to secure those lands.
- [Transcript of Letter from Hugh McGuffin to Stephen F. Austin, April 25, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Hugh McGuffin to Stephen F. Austin, in which McGuffin expresses his gratitude to Austin for granting his son a quarter of a league of land in the colony. McGuffin also appeals to Austin to protect his son's claim while he is visiting his father's home - flooding has delayed his return to Texas. Finally, McGuffin informs Austin of his plans to send his second eldest son to the colony as well, and asks Austin to look over both of them.
- [Transcript of Letter from J. Cable to Col. Stephen F. Austin, April 25, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from J. Cable to Col. Stephen F. Austin, in which Cable informs Austin of his personal and financial misfortunes in Louisiana. Cable also informs Austin that Major C. H. Sims, Cable's colleague, has plans to visit the colony in order to settle there and to confirm a land title on Cable's behalf. Finally, cable asks for Austin's assurance that the land he previously procured is still available.
- [Transcript of Colonization Contract between Stephen F. Austin and Richard R. Royall, April 27, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a colonization contract between Stephen F. Austin and Richard R. Royall stipulating fees, terms, and the location of Royall's lands. Families represented by Royall include: Thacker W. Winter, John Caldwell, and Washington Caldwell.
- [Transcript of Letter from María Antonia Bonsero to Stephen F. Austin, April 29, 1830]
- Copy of a transcript of a letter from María Antonia Bonsero to Stephen F. Austin, on April 29, 1830, discussing her attempts to sell the land she inherited, and asking that Austin inform her son what she is doing.
- [Transcript of Letter from William P. Grayson and William Prentiss to Col. Wallace, May 8, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from William Grayson and William Prentiss, in which they request further information from Col. Wallace regarding business opportunities in Texas.
- [Transcript of Letter from Juan Antonio Padilla to Stephen F. Austin, May 11, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Juan Antonio Padilla to Stephen F. Austin, on May 11, 1830, asking Austin to pay his debts for him.
- [Transcript of Letter, May 11, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter, on May 11, 1830, discussing a man who was imprisoned illegally.
- [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 Ramón Músquiz to Stephen F. Austin, May 13, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Ramón Músquiz to Stephen F. Austin, on May 13, 1830, sending thanks for a gift, including a map of Texas and a cannon.
- [Transcript of Letter from Aniseto Arteaga to Stephen F. Austin, June 6, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Aniseto Arteaga to Stephen F. Austin, on June 6, 1830, informing him that he has been told Austin will help him in any way.
- [Transcript of Letter from J. D. Harrison to Stephen F. Austin, June 16. 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from J.D. Harrison to Stephen F. Austin, in which Harrison appeals to Austin for assistance in a border dispute with his neighbor. Austin signed the bottom of the letter indicating that he had answered it and that nothing could be done to help Harrison.
- [Transcript of Agreement between Stephen F. Austin and Bartlett Sims, June 19, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for an agreement between Stephen F. Austin and Bartlett Sims, in which Austin agrees to pay Sims one half league of premium land by the Colorado River in exchange for improvements to the league at the head of Bay Prairie. Austin has already paid Sims cash for a portion of the cost of the improvements.
- [Transcript of Contract between Stephen F. Austin and Joseph Miller, June 24, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a contract between Stephen F. Austin and Joseph Miller, in which Austin agrees to pay Miller five dollars per one thousand Cypress shingles. It was later noted that Miller was payed in full.
- [Transcript of Letter from J. M. Ybarra to Stephen F. Austin, June 26, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from J. M. Ybarra to Stephen F. Austin, on June 26, 1830, discussing the opinions of the state concerning elections, and recommending Juan Vicente Campos to a position.
- [Transcript of Letter from Ramón Músquiz to Samuel Williams, July 8, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Ramón Músquiz to Samuel Williams, on July 8, 1830, reminding him to do follow his instructions regarding the upcoming election.
- [Transcript of Letter from Mariano Cosio to Stephen F. Austin, July 10, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Mariano Cosio to Stephen F. Austin, on July 10, 1830, telling him to march to Nacogdoches as soon as possible, and informing Austin that he has recently been there himself.