Letter from John Dowell notifying the recipient of the new legislation on pensions for the soldiers or volunteers of the war between Texas and Mexico. Dowell is offering his services if the recipient believes that he qualifies for the pension.

Letter from F. H. Kollock to H. K. Redway which states that Kollock has enclosed the warranty deed from J. Q. Brigham. Kollock details that he has also included the certificate of register of deeds from the county, showing that the mortgage has been "satisfied of record."

Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to his cousin regarding her illness. Dated November 1876 from San Antonio.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Letter from Mary Jones, wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas.

Statement written by the constitutional court (Juzgado Constit.'l) in Nuevo Laredo, signed by Luís Mamos, informing the Mayor of Laredo that they had found a skiff and were having it returned.

Letter from Emma Davis to John C. Brewer discussing the ballad of "Linnie Dorn."

Letter from Alice Pilley to Junia Roberts Osterhout. Alice detailed the last moments of her son's life after he came down with a fever. She wrote about what he went through and mentioned she tried to give him Melane pills to help. Alice thanked Junia for her kind words and wanted them to visit soon. Included is an envelope addressed to "Mrs. J. P. Osterhout."

Letter from Sarah Osterhout to John Patterson Osterhout, her sister Junia Roberts Osterhout, and their children. In the first part of her letter, she wrote about a recent visit with her parents and how they had been holding up. The second part consisted of local gossip about old friends of Junia and the parts of the family in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Included is an envelope addressed to "Hon. J. P. Osterhout."

Letter from John Patterson Osterhout to his mother, Sarah Osterhout. He wrote his mother to tell her that his children are in good health and that Junia is recovering from an illness. Also, he and his son Paul are planning to start a ranching business with their sheep.

Letter from Pastor G. S. Bailey to Sarah Osterhout. The letter served as an invitation to a Baptist Centennial in Pittson, Pennsylvania. Sarah's mother was one of the first persons baptized at the church, and the pastor said he wanted Sarah and any guests she might bring to attend.

Letter from her sister to Junia Roberts Osterhout regarding her life in West Virginia. Her husband received an engineer position from the government in public improvements and was sent to West Virginia. They were residing in a boarding house and she mentioned that there was a young man there who was also from Pennsylvania. She expressed regret that Junia and her husband had not visited last summer and hoped at least John could come see them. She concluded the letter with news concerning their mother. Included is an envelope addressed to "John P. Osterhout."

Letter from Pellra Maoming to Gertrude Osterhout. She wrote her friend the last week of vacation from school. The letter was composed of what Pellra and her family had been occupied with since last seeing Gertrude. Included is an envelope addressed to "Mrs. J. P. Osterhout."

A letter from Fletcher S. Stockdale to Charles B. Moore on January 1, 1876. In the letter, Stockdale discusses aspects of the Texas Constitutional Convention of 1875 related to separation of church and state. Stockdale notes that all the liberal men of the convention voted for a clause requiring officeholders to acknowledge the existence of a Supreme Being, though he himself strongly opposed the clause. Stockdale tells Moore that he is glad to hear from him and is grateful for memories of old friends. In closing, Stockdale sends his greetings to Moore's family, and says he would like to hear from Moore again. Included with this item is the envelope in which the letter was mailed. The envelope is addressed to Mr. C. B. Moore in McKinney, Texas.

A letter to Mary Moore from her mother, Matilda Dodd, and her sister, Bettie Franklin, on January 2, 1876. In the letter, Dodd and Franklin tell Moore about their Christmas gatherings and discuss the warm weather. Franklin mentions that many of Moore's friends and family are talking of moving to Texas. Dodd and Franklin mention many of Moore's family and friends, including Dinky McGee, the Donnel family, the Sporer family, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Ireland, the Grangers, old Mr. Simon Elliott, Mr. and Mrs. Summers, Mrs. Mollie Love, old Aunt Polly, Mrs. Withers, Alva, Willis Holder, Dr. Bush, Greenberry Dobbins, Tobe Dodd, and Abe Franklin. Franklin closes by sending regards to Mary's husband, Charles B. Moore.

A letter to Mary Moore from her mother, Matilda Dodd, and her sister, Bettie Franklin, on January 27, 1876. In the letter, Dodd and Franklin tell Moore about the well-being of the family and of the farm. They mention that they are not sure if they will be moving to Texas. Dodd mentions that she would like Moore to visit, and would like to return to Texas with Moore. Franklin closes by sending regards to Mary's husband, Charles B. Moore. Included with this item is the envelope in which the letter was mailed. The envelope, postmarked January 29, is addressed to Charles B. Moore Esq., in McKinney, Texas.

A letter to Mary Moore from her sister, Bettie Franklin, and her mother, Matilda Dodd. In the letter, Franklin tells Moore about the birth of her son. She tells Moore that she has not yet named the child and asks Moore to suggest a name. Dodd and Franklin both discuss the weather and the state of the farm. Franklin closes by sending her regards to Moore's husband, Charles B. Moore. In a separate letter from Moore's father, William Dodd, William talks about the weather and the state of the family and the farm. He tells Moore that he will send her care money soon. Included with this item is the envelope in which the letter was mailed. The envelope, postmarked March 13 from Gallatin, Tennessee, is addressed to Mrs. Mary A. Moore in Mckinney, Collin County, Texas.

A letter to Mary Moore from her sister, Bettie Franklin, and her mother, Matilda Dodd. In the letter, Franklin and Dodd discuss the state of the family and of the farm and animals. Franklin informs Moore that there have been many deaths in town, including Mallie Donnell, Mrs. Holder, and Tom Berry's wife. Franklin and Dodd both ask Moore to visit soon. Franklin closes by sending her regards to Moore's husband, Charles B. Moore. Included with this item is the envelope in which the letter was mailed. The letter, postmarked May 22 from Gallatin, Tennessee, is addressed to Mrs. Mollie Moore in McKinney, Collin County, Texas, Box No 12.