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[Transcript of Several Letters, November 18, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for several letters written in November of 1830. The first, from William P. Harris to the Vice President of Mexico on November 18, 1830, discusses his desire to move to Mexico, and his attempts to gain land. The second, from Stephen F. Austin, discusses Harris' mission to populate and cultivate the land he is trying to acquire.
Date: November 18, 1830
Creator: Harris, William P. & Austin, Stephen F.

[Transcript of Letters from Emily and James Perry to Stephen F. Austin, February 7, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript letters from Emily Austin Bryan Perry and James Perry to Stephen F. Austin, on February 7, 1830. Mrs. Perry discusses Stephen's health and his wish for her and her husband to join him in Mexico. Mr. Perry adds a note discussing his reasons for note moving to Mexico.
Date: February 7, 1830
Creator: Perry, Emily Austin Bryan & Perry, James Franklin
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