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- [Balance sheet showing financial transactions, 1843-1844]
- Balance sheet showing financial transactions.
- [Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to Castroville, 1844]
- Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to [Castroville]. One page references a note payable on H. Reisacher in Galveston.
- [Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to Henri Castro, 1843-1844]
- Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to Henr[i] Castro.
- [Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to Henri Castro, 1845-1846]
- Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to [Henri] Castro.
- [Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to Henri Castro, December 31, 1846]
- Balance sheet showing financial transactions relating to [Henri Castro].
- [Bill for the Hôtel du Parc, October 12, 1843]
- Bill for approximately nine days of food and lodging at the Hotel du Parc.
- [Clipping from Courrier D'Alsace, Cinquiéme année, No. 118]
- Clipping from a newsletter dated October 1, 1846 that includes a letter from Huth & Co stating that Texas has good soil, the climate is healthy and all are thriving and states that Pfanner must have been motivated by something other than truth to say such bad things about Texas in his previously published letter. The writer goes on to explain the process of distributing land and refrains from explaining why Pfanner's last letter was written from Mexico and not Texas. Sign by Huth & Co. on September 24, 1846 in Neufreystaedt. Letters and articles are translated into German.
- [Confidential document addressed to Ferdinand Louis Huth from Henri Castro, October 25, 1843]
- Confidential document addressed to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth from H[enr]i Castro informing Huth what he should do if the representatives in Galveston and San Antonio are not there to meet him. Signed Hi. Castro on October 25, 1843 from Antwerp.
- Courrier D'Alsace. Cinquiéme année, No. 103, August 27, 1846
- 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.
- Courrier D'Alsace. Cinquiéme année, No. 105, September 4, 1846
- Newsletter dated September 1, 1846 with a letter from Vicar Pfanner published on September 1, 1846. The newspaper has requested the truth about the settlement in Texas. Pfanner discusses how he had to leave his own people for Mexico, which is where he is writing from since he claims letters sent from Texas get destroyed if they aren't positive. Pfanner's opinion is that Texas only offers opportunities for already well-to-do settlers. Note from the publisher at end describes their obligation to publish a note refuting the content of Pfanner's letter. The letter and other articles are translated into German.
- Courrier du Haut-Rhin. 4ne Année, No. 65, August 7, 1845
- 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.
- [Document agreeing to pay 200 francs to the order of Messrs. Huth & Co. of Neufreystaedt, March 26, 1844]
- Document agreeing to pay 200 francs to the order of Messrs. Huth & Co. of Neufreystaedt. Dated March 26, 1844 and signed with the mark of the [wife] of Weber.
- [Document describing an agreement between Henri Castro, Ferdinand Louis Huth, and Huth & Co., October 5, 1843]
- Agreement between Henri Castro in Paris, Ferdinand Louis Huth and Huth & Co. in Neufreystaedt, in which they set forth the terms of their joint venture. Namely, that Ferdinand Louis Huth will travel to Texas and conduct trade business there for at least two years. Signed by Hy. Castro, Huth & Co. and Louis Huth, Jr. in Paris and Neufreystaedt on October 5, 1843.
- [Document describing an agreement between Henri Castro, Ferdinand Louis Huth, and Huth & Co., October 5, 1843, Copy 2]
- Agreement between Henri Castro in Paris, Ferdinand Louis Huth and Huth & Co. in Neufreystaedt, in which they set forth the terms of their joint venture. Namely, that Ferdinand Louis Huth will travel to Texas and conduct trade business there for at least two years. Signed by Hr. Castro, Huth & Co. and Louis Huth, Jr. in Paris and Neufreystaedt on October 5, 1843. Copy 2.
- [Document for Ferdinand Louis Huth from Henri Castro, October 27, 1843]
- Document for [Ferdinand] Louis Huth making him Director of the expedition of the colonists aboard the Jean Key. Castro tells him whom to trust, that he should do business in cash or barter only and that if needs an aide, he should ask Mr. Bourgeois. Castro tells him that he should invest in moss and cattle. He also includes, on page 3, a dispatch to Anson Jones, Secretary of State. Signed by Hi. Castro on October 27, 1843 in Antwerp.
- [Document giving power of attorney to Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 15, 1843]
- Document giving power of attorney to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth in case of the absence of Castro's agents in Galveston and San Antonio de Bexar upon their arrival in Texas. Signed Hr. Castro on October 15, 1843 in Paris.
- [Document putting forth the agreement made between Henri Castro of Paris and Louis Huth, Sr. of Neufreystaedt, October 7, 1843]
- Document putting forth the agreement made between Henri Castro of Paris and Louis Huth, Sr. of Neufreystaedt regarding the purchase and distribution of land in Texas. Signed by Louis Huth, Sr. and Hr. Castro. in Paris and Neufreystaedt on October 7, 1843.
- [Document stating the details of several financial transactions, November, 1844]
- Document stating that in three months, 140 francs must be paid. Signed by [Jehan] [Lacht] Wernet, Sr. and dated November 21, 1844. Reverse side is a document stating the details of several financial transactions, dated November 1, 5 and 6, 1845 in Neufreystaedt.
- [Document stating the expenses aboard the Henrich bound for Galveston, December 1843]
- Document stating the charges for five chests aboard the Hennrich bound for Galveston. Dated December 5, 1843 in Antwerp. Reverse side is a document stating the expenses for shipment of two chests of merchandise aboard the Hennrich bound for Galveston. Lists contents of chests, including linens and straw hats. Dated December 1, 1843 in Antwerp and signed by Henry [sic] Castro.
- [Envelope on which is written "Confidential Orders," October 15, 1843]
- Envelope, on which is written "Confidential Orders... To be opened in case of the absence of Messrs. E. Martin & Laude & Phené".
- [A French sales receipt for champagne, May 18, 1831]
- A French sales receipt for champagne and other items. Paris , May 18, 1831.
- [Introduction letter from August Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 7, 1844]
- Letter from August [Huth] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] introducing Mr. Gaubault and Mr. Gaitan.
- [Letter from Cellavius to Huth, June 19, 1846]
- Letter possibly from Cellavius to Huth describing the bad times he has encountered and asking for help.
- [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.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 1, 1846]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth regarding eight additional passengers, these traveling aboard the Carl Wilhelm. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on April 1, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, January 21, 1846]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[ouis] Huth regarding four colonists arriving on the Diamant in Galveston. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on January 21, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, July 1, 1846]
- 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 Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, March 25, 1846]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[ouis] Huth with enclosures. Letter discusses emigrants arriving on the Cronstadt. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on March 25, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, March 25, 1846, Copy 2]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[oui]s Huth including information about emigrants arriving on the Cronstadt. Nearly identical information as CAH_3k380-06-14. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on March 25, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, May 6, 1846]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[oui]s Huth discussing emigrants bound for the United States on eight separate ships. He also informs him of Castro's departure and implores him to construct for Castro a house. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on May 6, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, May 15, 1846]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[oui]s Huth regarding the ship Bangor shortly to depart. He also voices his concern over Huth's long silence and astonishment at his withdrawals totaling $1500 with no explanation. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on May 15, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth, May 16, 1846]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[ouis] Huth enclosing a list of debtor colonists aboard the Bangor and informing him that they expect a detailed financial statement from the Colony. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on May 16, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Guillaume D'Hanis to Ferdinand Louis Huth with note from Henri Castro, April 16, 1846]
- Letter from G[uillau]me D'Hanis to [Ferdinand] L[oui]s Huth with note from H[enri] Castro. Letter includes instructions to build three houses. Signed Gme. D'Hanis on April 16, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 25, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding his arrival in Antwerp and a new shipment of colonists. Signed H. Castro on April 25, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 25, 1845, Copy 2]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding his arrival in Antwerp and a new shipment of colonists. Signed Hr. Castro on April 25, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, August 15, 1845]
- 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.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 1, 1843]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth regarding Reigert's plan to lease land with 25 families of farmers with the aim of forming an agricultural cooperative.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 1, 1845]
- Letter from H[enr]i Castro to [Ferdinand] L[oui]s Huth explaining his reasons for the creation of the Antwerp Society for Texas Colonization. Signed Hi. Castro on December 1, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, January 1, 1844]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth wishing him a happy new year and discussing their third expedition. He informs Huth that Bischops, Basting and de Bake have joined the enterprise and that he expects to depart for Texas on April 1st.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, July 1, 1845]
- 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, July 1, 1845, Copy 2]
- 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, March 15, 1846]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] L[ouis] Huth acknowledging receipt of Huth's long-awaited letter. He also discusses the arrival of 88 colonists on the Alberdena and the upcoming arrival of the Cronstadt with 110 passengers. He instructs Huth to immediately head to Corpus Christi to meet the convoy. In closing, he informs him of his plan to leave on April 5th for probably arrival in mid June. Signed H. Castro on March 15, 1846 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, May 15, 1845]
- Letter from [Henri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] impatiently awaiting news of the colony and hoping the 59 emigrants sent though New Orleans arrive without trouble. He mentions that he is corresponding with Huth's father and expects to see him soon. Signed H. Castro on May 15, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, November 15, 1843]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding the quality and quantity of the colonists and hoping to improve both.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, November 16, 1845]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] imploring him to write as he has had no news. Signed Hy. Castro on November 16, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 15, 1845]
- Letter from H[enri] Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth assuring him that he is writing twice a month and stating that Huth's letters are not reaching him. He also dictates his wishes for the construction of his house and gardens and states that he expects to bring with him a large number of families with money when he returns. He ends with several subjects he wishes Huth to address in his return letter. Signed Hy. Castro on October 15, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, September 17, 1845]
- Letter from H[enr]i Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth regarding a new batch of emigrants and some specific instructions regarding the colony. Signed Hi. Castro on Sept. 17, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Ferdinand Louis Huth, September 17, 1845, Copy 2]
- Letter from H[enr]i Castro to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth regarding a new batch of emigrants and some specific instructions regarding the colony. Marked "Duplicate". Signed Hi. Castro on Sept. 17, 1845 in Antwerp. Includes a document listing names of colonists under the headings "house[s] built" and "under construction," with several dates listed.
- [Letter from Henri Castro to Huth, Cupples, Bourgeois and Gentil, September 17, 1845]
- Letter from H[enr]i Castro to Huth, Cupples, Bourgeois and Gentil in which he introduces the bearer of the letter, Jean Joseph Bouche, and asks them to guide him and give him aid. Signed Hi. Castro Sept. 17, 1845 in Antwerp.
- [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.