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[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis, April 24, 1848]
Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] commending him for looking after Mr. Guilbeau's business in his absence and hoping he is able to secure employment in his firm. He also hopes that Albert will be able to be employed as well. He then goes on to speak of the unexpected revolution in France and how it has spread across Europe. He also asks him to inquire about their land and how they will legally be able to sell it off in small parcels. He continues to discuss the business of colonization. Signed by Huth on April 24, 1848 in Neufreystaedt.
Date:
April 24, 1848
Creator:
Huth, Ludwig
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Etats-Unis et nouvelle Bretagne.
Map shows mid-nineteenth century geography, political lines, territories, and cities in the United States and most of Canada and Mexico. Relief shown by hachures. Scale [ca. 1:19,008,000].
Date:
[1848..1852]
Creator:
Antoine, Louis
Object Type:
Map
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Illustrated Lyric Sheet for a Song Dedicated to Workers
Access:
Use of this item is restricted to the UNT Community
The lyrics to a song are illustrated with figures, a sculptural monument and flags.
Date:
1848
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Musical Score/Notation
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Pas le sou! Si j'allais chez Miss Howard: Caricature of Louis-Napoleon Bonaporte (1808-1873)
Access:
Use of this item is restricted to the UNT Community
The portrait is of a man showing that his pockets are empty while from behind fish are visible.
Date:
1848
Creator:
Frondat, Charles
Object Type:
Artwork
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis and Albert Huth, October 11, 1847]
Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to [Ferdinand] Louis and Albert [Huth] questioning why he has not received responses yet. Included is a copy of a letter from the widow of Anton Gsell certifying that she is, in fact, his widow. He also mentioned a new law that would restrict who could deal with the immigration business. Signed by Huth on October 11, 1847 in Neufreystaedt.
Date:
October 11, 1847
Creator:
Huth, Ludwig
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ludwig Huth to his sons, July 24, 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.
Date:
July 24, 1847
Creator:
Huth, Ludwig
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ludwig Huth to his son Ferdinand Louis Huth, July 9, 1847]
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.
Date:
July 9, 1847
Creator:
Huth, Ludwig
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Albert Huth, June 11, 1847]
Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to Albert [Huth] with note from brother August at beginning. Father refers to several previous letters and acknowledges receipt of letters from Albert. He gives his opinion that D'Hanis is not the right man for his position and states that Rogeron would be better. He then goes on to discuss financial matters. Signed by Huth on June 11, 1847 in Neufreystaedt.
Date:
June 11, 1847
Creator:
Huth, Ludwig
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 21, 1847]
Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding his son's lack of communication and expressing his regret regarding the misunderstanding between Louis and Castro. He states that confidence in Castro is waning and discusses Castro's handling of funds for the colony. Huth gives his opinion that only with a friendly relationship with Castro will they be able to successfully attain their goals. He also delivers news of an aunt's death. Signed by Huth on April 21, 1847 in Neufreystaedt.
Date:
April 21, 1847
Creator:
Huth, Ludwig
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from G. D'Hanis and Ore to Huth and C. U. E., April 19, 1847]
Letter from G. D'Hanis and Ore (possibly) to Huth and C. U. E. explaining to them some of the financial matters relating to the Company and stating that they don't seem to understand the situation. Dated April 19, 1847 in Antwerp.
Date:
April 19, 1847
Creator:
D'Hanis, Guillaume
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Planisphère.
Map shows six continents and appeared in the author's Atlas National Illustré des 86 Départments et des Possessions de la France [Illustrated Atlas of 86 National Departments and Possessions of France]. Includes text and illustrations. Scale not given.
Date:
1847
Creator:
Levasseur, Victor
Object Type:
Map
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to Henri Castro, 1845-1846]
Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to [Henri] Castro.
Date:
1846-12-31?
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to Henri Castro, December 31, 1846]
Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to [Henri Castro].
Date:
December 31, 1846
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ferdinand Louis Huth to Henri Castro, with response, November 24, 1846]
Letter from [Ferdinand] Louis Huth to H[enri] Castro regarding the return of some planks, with Castro's response. Signed Louis Huth on November 24, 1846 in Castroville.
Date:
November 24, 1846
Creator:
Castro, Henri & Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, November 17, 1846]
Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand Louis Huth] stating that is Huth ignores the consideration due him, that he shall retain the right to treat him as a stranger. Signed Hy. Castro on November 17, 1846 in Castroville.
Date:
November 17, 1846
Creator:
Castro, Henri
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Receipt for delivery of two account books, October 28, 1846]
Receipt for delivery of two account books from Huth to Castro, with dates and descriptions for both books. Signed Chs. Van Dessel on October 28, 1846 in Castroville.
Date:
October 28, 1846
Creator:
Van Dessel, Charles
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[List of documents received from Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 27, 1846]
List of documents received from [Ferdinand] Louis Huth, including contracts, receipts and lists. Signed Ch. Van Dessel on October 27, 1846 in Castroville.
Date:
October 27, 1846
Creator:
Van Dessel, Charles
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Document stating that Huth no longer works for Castro, October 16, 1846]
Document notice stating that Huth no longer works for Castro or the Texas Colonisation Company of Antwerp and that interested parties should contact Castro directly.
Date:
October 16, 1846
Creator:
Van Dessel, Charles
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Balance sheet showing financial transactions, October 15, 1846]
Balance sheet showing financial transactions [of the Antwerp Society].
Date:
October 15, 1846
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 14, 1846]
Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] L[oui]s Huth informing him that he is no longer an employee and requesting the accounts and papers concerning the Society. Signed Hi. Castro on October 14, 1846 in Castroville.
Date:
October 14, 1846
Creator:
Castro, Henri
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Balance sheet showing the accounts of the Antwerp Society for Texas Colonization from March through October, 1846]
Balance sheet showing the accounts of the Antwerp Society for Texas Colonization from March through October, 1846.
Date:
October 13, 1846
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Ferdinand Louis Huth to J. H. Illies & Co., October 6, 1846]
Letter from [Ferdinand Louis Huth] to J. H. Illies & Co. informing him that Castro has arrived and taken over the colonization business. He also discusses provisions and finances. Also included second letter to same recipient dated 1846/10/16 asking them to use the most recent prices for his bill since some items have decreased. Page 237 of letter book.
Date:
October 6, 1846
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Ledger containing colony financial information, October 2, 1846]
Ledger containing financial information regarding colonists. Lists debtors and those having credit. Signed at the end by Louis Huth on October 2, 1846 in Castroville.
Date:
October 2, 1846
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Balance sheet showing financial transactions of the Antwerp Society and Henri Castro, October 1, 1846]
Balance sheet showing financial transactions of [the Antwerp Society] and H[enr]i Castro.
Date:
October 1, 1846
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History