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[Letter from Illies & Co. to Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 13, 1849]
Letter from Illies & Co. to [Ferdinand Louis] Huth sympathizing with Huth's hard times, giving his negative opinion of Castro, discussing the great sums of money Castro owes him and asking if Huth can prevent the colonists from cutting down pecan trees that need centuries to grow. Signed Illies & Co. on October 13, 1849 in New Orleans.
Date:
October 13, 1849
Creator:
Illies & Co.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Land - Verkauf in Nord-Amerika
Document regarding the sale of lands in the Medina District. Discusses location and price of lands, as well as the procedure for procuring property. It mentions the price of livestock. Also discussed are possible reasons why the land was not settled earlier, if it's as desirable as they say it is. Signed by J. E. Rump on September 1, 1848 in Bremen. Includes a section informing people to apply to Huth & Co. if they want to acquire already surveyed lands under favorable conditions.
Date:
September 1, 1848
Creator:
Rump, J. E.
Object Type:
Legal Document
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[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
[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
[Document signed by Louis Huth January 3, 1847]
Document signed by Louis Huth and dated January 3, 1847 in Castroville.
Date:
January 3, 1847
Creator:
Huth, Louis
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Notification of land rights, January 2, 1847]
Document by Castro notifying the colonists that Huth is the legal owner of only the land his house occupies and an additional 40 acres across the river and therefore has no right to sell, rent or transfer any other property. He goes on to list their financial disagreement and states that a court hearing will decide who the debtor really is. Signed Hr. Castro on January 2, 1847 in Castroville.
Date:
January 2, 1847
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
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 Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 12, 1846]
Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth stating that they have made the acquaintance of Nick Haby and found him to be a good, honest young man. He says that Haby is leaving for Texas and Albert [Huth] wanted to leave as well, but will have to wait for the next boat. Signed by Huth on October 12, 1846 in Neufreystaedt.
Date:
October 12, 1846
Creator:
Huth, Ludwig
Object Type:
Letter
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