Copy of transcript for a letter from James F. Perry to Stephen F. Austin in which Perry provides news of the family in Potosi, as well as, relays information from letters written by Thomas Leaming to the Austin brothers (in care of others) in regards to probate of their grandfathers estate and lawsuits involving claims to land in New Jersey.

Copy of transcript of a document written by Stephen F. Austin and James Austin, on February 1, 1828, giving the power of attorney to Thomas F. Leaming in the case against Jacob Fox, who holds lands in New Jersey that rightfully belong to the Austins.

Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas F. Leaming to Stephen F. Austin updating him on the progress of the Fox lawsuit.

Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas F. Leaming to James F. Perry concerning the Fox lawsuit. Leaming also passes along copy of a 2nd edition of Texas map from 1834 and provides a brief introduction for the Prest family who will be immigrating to Texas.

Copy of transcript for a letter addressed to Mary Austin concerning land matters in New Jersey.

Copy of transcript for a letter from Joseph Reeves Jr. and Bejamin Acton to Mary Austin, concerning back rents for a family farm.

Copy of transcript for a letter from Joseph Reeves, Benjamin Acton, and Clement Acton to Mary Austin requesting that documentation be sent to release them from paying back rent.

Copy of transcript for a letter from Grace Sharp to E. S. [Edward Sharp?] outlining her husband's business situation.

Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas R. Leaming to Stephen F. Austin, in which Leaming provides news on his progress in the case against Jacob xxx of Salem. Leaming also asks Austin to provide a description of the physical, economic, political, and social characteristics of the Austin colony, so that he can promote the colonization of the settlement. Finally, he asks Austin to provide data necessary to publish a map of Texas.