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- [Transcript of letters from Stephen F. Austin, December 14, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for letters from Stephen F. Austin, sent during the period of June 5, 1830 until December 14, 1830.
- [Transcript of minutes for a meeting held by the citizens of Lexington, Texas, April 23, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for minutes of a meeting held by the citizens of Lexington, Texas to discuss the ongoing revolution. The minutes also include a draft of a statement to be forwarded to the United States Congress, as well as a statement written by Sam Houston regarding military affairs.
- [Transcript of Letter from George Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, December 1, 1836]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from George Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, on December 1, 1836, impressing upon him the necessity for a newspaper that is sympathetic to the Texan cause, and asking that Austin help to revive the Correo Atlántico in New Orleans.
- [Transcript of memorandum from Stephen F. Austin to E. R. Wightman, July 18, 1831]
- Copy of transcript for a memorandum from Stephen F. Austin to E. R. Wightman concerning surveying land for Mr. Blanchet.
- [Transcript of letter from Secretary of State Henry Clay to Henry Middleton, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary U.S. to St. Petersburg, May 10, 1825]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Secretary of State Henry Clay to Henry Middleton, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary U.S. to St. Petersburg requesting that Middleton attempt to engage Russia in persuading Spain to not continue fighting in order to hold onto to its New World colonies.
- [Transcript of letter from Henry Clay to Joel R. Poinsett, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary U.S Mexico, September 24, 1825]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Henry Clay to Joel R. Poinsett, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary U.S Mexico concerning relations and trade agreements between Mexico, the United States of America, Great Britain, and Colombia.
- [Transcript of essay entitled, "Memoirs on the Western Boundary of the United States", no date]
- Copy of transcript for an essay entitled, "Memoirs on the Western Boundary of the United States", in which the author discusses the changing ownership of western and southern territories, and advocates for the United States to acquire both Texas and Santa Fe de Nuevo México.
- [Transcript of letter from M. Gutierrez de Estrada, February 26, 18??]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from M. Gutierrez de Estrada addressed to "Colonel" inquiring if the French King is listed before the United States President in English versions of treaties entered into with France.
- [Transcript of commentary on a proposed law pertaining to duties on importations in Mexico, March 18, 1830]
- Copy of transcript for commentary on a proposed Mexican law pertaining to duties on importations. The author also addresses arguments relating to counterfeit currency and nationalized banks.
- [Transcript of letter from Henry Baldwin to Moses Austin, October 2, 1815]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from Henry Baldwin to Moses Austin concerning the Renault purchase the possible forgery of the deed.
- [Transcript of a letter from [James F. Perry] to Dr. Jonathan Baldwin, July 10, 1839]
- Copy of transcript for a letter from [James F. Perry] to Dr. Jonathan Baldwin regarding business with Reed.
- [Order sheet for Vilmorin-Andrieax & Co, Paris, France]
- Order sheet for Vilmorin-Andrieax & Co, Paris, France. Not filled out.
- [Order sheet for Vilmorin-Andrieax & Co, Paris, France, copy 2]
- Order sheet for Vilmorin-Andrieax & Co, Paris, France. Not filled out. Copy 2.
- [Strassburg nach der Uebergabe]
- Clipping with a poem regarding Strasbourg's annexation to the German Empire. Dated October 1, 1870.
- 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.
- 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.
- [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.
- [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 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 describing an agreement between Henri Castro, Ferdinand Louis Huth, and Huth & Co., October 5, 1843, English translation]
- 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. Written in English.
- [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.
- [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, 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 Cellavius to Huth, June 19, 1846]
- Letter possibly from Cellavius to Huth describing the bad times he has encountered and asking for help.
- [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.
- [Telegram from August Huth to Louis Huth, June, 1866]
- Telegram from August [Huth] to Louis Huth stating he will be at the train station Thursday morning.
- [Trinosophes invitation, 1831]
- an invitation to de Zavala for a meeting of the Trinosophes, a French secret order. The document is corroborative evidence of Zavala's involvement in international masonry.
- [Receipt for Printing of de Zavala's book about the Mexican Revolution, 1831]
- Receipt for publication of Lorenzo de Zavala's book "Ensayo histórico de las revoluciones de México: desde 1808 hasta 1830", the Paris imprint. from the Printing Works of P. Dupont and G. Laguionie.
- [A French sales receipt for champagne, May 18, 1831]
- A French sales receipt for champagne and other items. Paris , May 18, 1831.
- [Receipt for a subscription to Le National, 1831]
- Receipt for a three month subscription to Le National. de Zavala was staying at the Hotel de La Paix.
- [Paris receipt of sales from Jose Baiges to Lorenzo de Zavala, April 14, 1831]
- Paris receipt of sales from Jose Baiges to Lorenzo de Zavala. Paris, April 14, 1831.
- [Receipt for a subscription to Le Courrier Francais]
- Receipt for a subscription to Le Courrier Francais
- [Receipt for 15 weeks of boarding in Paris, dated 24 March, 1832]
- Receipt for 15 weeks of boarding in Paris, dated 24 March, 1832. For Lorenzo de Zavala's room and board between 10 December 1831 to 21 March 1832. Includes room service items such as bottle of Chateau Lafitte, champagne, cherry wine, Madera, and other charges.
- [Receipt for a subscription to a French newspaper]
- Receipt for a subscription to a French newspaper purchased by Lorenzo de Zavala.
- [Receipt from a hosiery shop]
- Receipt from a hosiery shop
- [Receipt for corded batiste handkerchiefs]
- A receipt for 14 cambric handerchiefs and other items.
- [Letter from Ministere de la Grande Cresorerie to Zavala, March 12, 1834]
- Ministere de la Grande Cresorerie to Zavala: Sending Zavala a collection of works of the Ordre de Temple. Paris, March 12, 1834.