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[Transcript of Letter from Roberto Galan to Stephen F. Austin, November 13, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Roberto Galan to Stephen F. Austin, November 13, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from Roberto Galan to Stephen F. Austin, on November 13, 1835, criticizing a man who steals and kills cattle and other livestock.
Date: November 13, 1835
Creator: Galan, Roberto
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from Agustín Viesca to Stephen F. Austin, November 11, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Agustín Viesca to Stephen F. Austin, November 11, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from Agustín Viesca to Stephen F. Austin, on November 11, 1835, telling of how he was imprisoned unjustly by the Mexican government and had to come to Texas to escape.
Date: November 11, 1835
Creator: Viesca, Agustín
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of a Page from a Letter] (open access)

[Transcript of a Page from a Letter]

Copy of transcript of a page from the middle of a letter, which has been heavily marked up. The author of the letter rails against a man who has wronged him. He also talks briefly about the investigation into a rumor.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from A. W. Radcliff to Governor Lorenzo De Zavala, October 10, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from A. W. Radcliff to Governor Lorenzo De Zavala, October 10, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from A. W. Radcliff to Governor Lorenzo De Zavala, in which Radcliff expresses his regret at missing the opportunity to meet Zavala in San Felipe de Austin. Radcliff expresses his desire to follow Zavala's commands in pursuit of Texas independence.
Date: October 10, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from Asa Brigham to James F. Perry, July 29, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Asa Brigham to James F. Perry, July 29, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from Asa Brigham to James F. Perry, in which Brigham writes that Perry has been appointed to the position of 1st Regidor, during Walter C. White's absence. Brigham informs Perry of the responsibilities of the position and announces that Joseph Sims will be appointed 2nd Regidor.
Date: July 29, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from Cumberland County Committee of Correspondence to Stephen F. Austin, November 19, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Cumberland County Committee of Correspondence to Stephen F. Austin, November 19, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from Cumberland County Committee of Correspondence to Stephen F. Austin, in which the committee conveys their support for the cause of Texas independence and expresses their willingness to dispatch a brigade of able-bodied men to march to Texas if Austin and the Texas military leadership can find a way to address the cost of their journey and the inexperience of the volunteer brigade.
Date: November 19, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from George Fisher to Col. S. F. Austin, October 20, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from George Fisher to Col. S. F. Austin, October 20, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from George Fisher to Col. S. F. Austin, in which Fisher updates Austin on the movement of Mexican troops, his opinion of Mexican generals involved in the war, the position of various politicians throughout Mexico on separation from Mexico, his interpretation of events that have transpired, and predictions about the strategic decisions to be made by both the Mexican and rebel leadership.
Date: October 20, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from H. J. Offitt to Stephen F. Austin, December 15, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from H. J. Offitt to Stephen F. Austin, December 15, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from H. J. Offitt to Stephen F. Austin, regarding payment to J. B. Chance for the survey of several leagues in Robertson's Colony. Offitt is displeased with political outcomes in the region and is eager to settle his business affairs so that he can relocate.
Date: December 15, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from [H. Meigs] to Col. Stephen F. Austin, November 15, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from [H. Meigs] to Col. Stephen F. Austin, November 15, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from [H. Meigs] to Stephen F. Austin, in which Meigs conveys his personal support for the cause of Texas independence but informs Austin that the treaty between Mexico and the United States of America precludes U.S. from intervening on behalf of Texas.
Date: November 15, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from [H. Meigs] to Col. Stephen F. Austin, November 15, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from [H. Meigs] to Col. Stephen F. Austin, November 15, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from [H. Meigs] to Col. Stephen F. Austin, in which Meigs informs Austin that news regarding the Indians has been sent ahead confidentially, and that he heard news of Sam Houston's military command.
Date: November 15, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from H. Meigs to Stephen F. Austin, November 27, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from H. Meigs to Stephen F. Austin, November 27, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from H. Meigs to Stephen F. Austin, in which Meigs expresses his concern over not having received a letter from Austin since October. Meigs conveys the message of the Secretary of State to the Indians regarding the war of Texas independence - that they should not get involved on pain of U.S. resentment. [There is an addendum to this document by James F. Perry, documenting the delivery of the five dollar note to
Date: November 27, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from [H. Meigs] to Stephen F. Austin, September 1, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from [H. Meigs] to Stephen F. Austin, September 1, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from [H. Meigs] to Stephen F. Austin, in which [Meigs] expresses his concern for Austin's well-being and asks to hear from Austin regarding the politics of the colony.
Date: September 1, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from J. W. Collins to Col. S. F. Austin, October 20, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from J. W. Collins to Col. S. F. Austin, October 20, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from J. W. Collins to Col. S. F. Austin, in which Collins introduces his friend and fellow soldier in the Louisiana Guard, Mr. Robert C. Morris. Collins vouches for Morris' skill as a soldier and tactician, as well as, his sincere loyalty to the causes of his countrymen. Collins also asks where his service is needed the most.
Date: October 20, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from J. W. Zacharee and Co. to Stephen F. Austin, September 23, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from J. W. Zacharee and Co. to Stephen F. Austin, September 23, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from J. W. Zacharee and Co. to Stephen F. Austin, in regards to an outstanding debt owed to Zacharee and Co. by Dr. James Grant, who the company has been unable to locate. Zacharee and Co. have information suggesting that Grant has money stored elsewhere and asks if Col. Austin or Samuel Williams could provide any further information.
Date: September 23, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from James Whiteside to Spencer H. Jack, September 25, 1833] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from James Whiteside to Spencer H. Jack, September 25, 1833]

Copy of transcript for a letter from James Whiteside to Spencer H. Jack, in which Whiteside informs Jack about the status of an order for thirty-seven dollars to Col. Austin.
Date: September 25, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from John W. Dorsey, M. D. to Genl. Stephen F. Austin, December 22, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from John W. Dorsey, M. D. to Genl. Stephen F. Austin, December 22, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from John W. Dorsey, M. D. to Genl. Stephen F. Austin, in which Dorsey offers his experience as a military physician.
Date: December 22, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from Robert Colllins to Stephen F. Austin, November 20, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Robert Colllins to Stephen F. Austin, November 20, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from Robert Collins to Stephen F. Austin, in which Collins introduces Col. William Ward, who offers his services and the services of his company of rifleman to the cause of Texas independence.
Date: November 20, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from S. Rhoads Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, October 29, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from S. Rhoads Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, October 29, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from S. Rhoads Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, regarding Gomez-Farias leaving Brazos to interview with Austin. Fisher informs Austin that he is aware that the interview was planned to take place and that the Matagorda Committee of Safety has been awaiting news from Austin.
Date: October 29, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from Stephen F. Austin to Dr. Mac, April 26, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Stephen F. Austin to Dr. Mac, April 26, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from Stephen F. Austin to Dr. Mac, in which Austin agrees that the time has come for war with Mexico. Austin also writes that his service to Texas, including his imprisonment in Mexico, has left him in debt.
Date: April 26, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter to Stephen F. Austin, October 18, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter to Stephen F. Austin, October 18, 1835]

Copy of transcript for the first two pages of a letter to Stephen F. Austin, on October 18, 1835, discussing the Mexican president's handling of the situation in Texas.
Date: October 18, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letters from John J. Linn and James Kerr to Col. Grayson and the Council of War, October 11, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Letters from John J. Linn and James Kerr to Col. Grayson and the Council of War, October 11, 1835]

Copy of transcript for a letter from James Kerr to Col. Grayson and the Council of War, in which Linn requests the parol of three gentlemen. John J. Linn also writes and vouches for the gentlemen and their ability to comply with the terms of their parol.
Date: October 11, 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Resolutions of Nacogdoches, 1835] (open access)

[Transcript of Resolutions of Nacogdoches, 1835]

Copy of transcript for Resolutions of Nacogdoches, in which citizens of the jurisdictions of Gonzales, Mina, Austin, Matagorda, and Columbia have recommended that a convention of Texas be called to discuss the changing political climate in Mexico and Mexico's relationship to the citizens of Texas.
Date: 1835
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History