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[Transcript of Letter from Thomas G. Western to Genl. Stephen F. Austin, November 13, 1835]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas G. Western to Genl. Stephen F. Austin, in which Western informs Austin that he is leaving to attend the Convention in San Felipe, where he will raise concerns regarding the governance of the colonies and abuse of power by members of the Texas Revolutionary Army in Goliad. Western reports that many inhabitants have fled Goliad to avoid oppression and abuse.
Date: November 13, 1835

[Transcript of Letter from Stephen F. Austin to J. B. Miller and P. W. Grayson, May 13, 1835]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Stephen F. Austin to J. B. Miller and W. Grayson, in which Austin informs Miller and Grayson of his plans to return to Texas and expresses his belief that General Santa Anna is a friend to Texas. Austin also reports that that federal reforms taking place in Mexico could result in statehood for Texas and advises against further disturbances.
Date: May 13, 1835

[Transcript of letter from Stephen F. Austin to J. B. Miller and W. Grayson, May 13, 1835]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Stephen F. Austin to J. B. Miller and W. Grayson informing them that the amnesty law published that month covers his case and that he will leave Mexico City after getting his bail bonds cancelled. Austin also mentions that Santa Anna has informed Austin that he is "friendly towards Texas." Austin asks Miller and Grayson to pass this letter along to his sister.
Date: May 13, 1835
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