Newsletter dated August 7, 1845 discussing the political implications of Texas joining the United States. Articles are presented in both French and German. Also included is a letter signed by Henri Castro regarding unsigned and blank contracts, dated July 31, 1845 in Neufreystaedt, and a time table for travel from the Grand Duchy of Baden.

Newsletter dated August 27, 1846 with a letter from Vicar Pfanner. The newsletter has requested the truth about the settlement in Texas. He states that it is a beautiful country, but hot and dry and while some crops do well, people fare poorly because of fevers. He claims that the population of Texas is drawn from the dregs of humanity. He recommends that people not consider settling in Texas. The letter and other articles are translated into German.

Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] announcing that he has won his lawsuit. He instructs him to have Dr. Cupples go to Galveston to meet Mr. Maqueray and route the new colonists through Corpus Christi. He includes details of Huth's appointment as Director and three other commissions. A postscript states that Mr. Maqueray will be unable to leave and a replacement must be found. Signed Hr. Castro on August 15, 1845 in Antwerp.

Document in which H[enr]i Castro appoints [Ferdinand] Louis Huth as Director of Castroville in his absence. Dated August 15, 1855.

Receipt for 30 dollars, 80 cents, paid to Charles S. de Montel for expenses incurred in his capacity as a guide for the colonists. Signed Charles S. de Montel on August 27, 1844 in San Antonio. "Received from Mr. Louis Huth on behalf of Mr. H[enr]i Castro in Paris for my expenses up until today."

Receipt for 229 francs, 50 cents, paid to Jacob Zimmerli. Signed Jacob Zimmerli August 8, 1846 in Castroville.

Receipt for 110 francs, 5 cents, paid to Barthalome [Töpfler]. Signed Barthalome [Töpfler], August 8, 1846 in Castroville.