Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating that he is sorry Huth has been ill and hoping he recovers quickly. He states that on the next steamer either he or an agent will arrive with needed funds. He mentions Cobb's treason. Signed Hr. Castro on July 1, 1845 in Paris.

Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating that he is sorry Huth has been ill and hoping he recovers quickly. He states that on the next steamer either he or an agent will arrive with needed funds. He mentions Cobb's treason. Signed Hr. Castro on July 1, 1845 in Paris.

Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth]. He states he has been in Galveston for three days and has come to the realization that their letters are being intercepted. He also gives instructions regarding the construction of his house and other things that must be done. Signed H. Castro on July 6, 1846 in Galveston.

Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[oui]s Huth acknowledging receipt of his letter and writing that Castro's impending presence will resolve some matters better than anything they could write. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on July 1, 1846 in Antwerp.

Letter from David C. Dickson to his wife where he describes being anxious to hear back from her. Dickson says some people think they will be stuck in legislation for 2 to 4 weeks. He talks about supplies being gathered by slaves they own.

Letter from Wm. Elliot to [Ferdinand Louis] Huth agreeing to a draft of $25 for the next week.

Letter from Four U.S. Congressmen, Sam Houston, Thomas J. Rusk, Timothy Pilsbury, and David S. Kaufman, to President Polk discussing a recommendation for John F. Stephens to "an appointment as the Purser in the Navy of the [United] States."

Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to his son [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth]. He copies a letter of praise sent home by newcomers to Castroville. He discusses the purchase of 4000 acres in Castroville and Louis' demand to the Association for the 320 acres promised him. Several letters in French are included in the text. Also, he writes about Castro's sale of 40,000 acres that came as a surprise to him and his hopes that the colony will fare better than Albert anticipated. Signed "Your faithful father Huth" in Neufreystaedt and dated July 9, 1847.

Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to his sons, [Ferdinand] Louis and Albert Huth. Contains a transcribed copy of a letter from D'Hanis & Co. dated July 15, 1847 from Antwerp. He inquires about Louis' legal action involving Castro and hopes that Albert will be able to live in harmony with Castro, despite Castro's inconsiderate actions. Signed Father Huth and dated July 24, 1847 in Neufreystaedt.

Letter from Illies & Co. to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth urging him to send carts to fetch immigrants to Castroville. Signed Illies & Co. on July 9, 1846 in Galveston.

Letter from Illies & Co. to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth with details about transporting the new immigrants. Signed Illies & Co. on July 21, 1846 in Galveston.

Printed announcement from Pedro Pereyra concerning a fair going to be held in the future.

Document broken into three sections containing a census of the city by houses and streets; in total there are 82 households.

Document concerning the will of Manuel Jose Salinas, including claims made by his relatives on items in the will.

Letter from Agustin Soto to the Laredo alcalde, stating that no one ever goes through customs when transporting goods even though they should.

Letter from Agustin Soto to the Laredo alcalde, acknowledging the collection of 2 pesos and 4 reales.

Letter from Blas Uribe to the Laredo alcalde, asking that Maria Antonio Elizando be sent back; she fled from Pedro Rosales.

Letter from Comandante Bravo to Alcalde Ramón, saying he is ready to offer an escort for the convoy going to get salt.

Letter from Comandante Bravo to Alcalde Ramón, informing him that Juan N. Hernández is not a deserter. Bravo informs him he is confiding Hernández to the alcalde's authority.

Letter from Comandante Bravo to Alcalde Ramón, informing him the escort will leave tomorrow to accompany the convoy leaving for salt.

Letter from Comandante Bravo to Alcalde Ramón, informing him that the Governor of Tamaulipas says troops should be furnished animals, and none can be returned.

Letter from Comandante Bravo to Alcalde Ramón, informing him that 3,000 Americans have crossed the Sabine River and are heading toward the Río Grande. Bravo encourages citizens to form defense groups. Bravo also requests he send scouts and spies to monitor this activity.

Letter from Comandante Bravo to Alcalde Ramón, informing him to take all precautions as the annexation of Texas by the United States means war.

Letter from Comandante Bravo to Alcalde Ramón, informing him that American troops are heading toward the Rio Bravo. He also says that if the enemy comes, retreat to the other side of the river.