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[Letter from (Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna) to Lorenzo de Zavala, December 30, 1828]
(Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna) to Lorenzo de Zavala: Discussing his political opinions and the state of the division under his command. Oaja (ca), December 30, 1828.
[Letter from Jose Maria Viesca concerning the affairs of the colonization of the state of Coahuila and Texas, June 4, 1828]
Letter from Jose Maria Viesca concerning the affairs of the colonization of the state of Coahuila and Texas, City of Leona Vicario, June 4, 1828.
[Letter from Jose Maria Viesca: October 29, 1828]
Letter from Jose Maria Viesca: Leona Vicario, October 29, 1828.
[Letter from Jose Maria Viesca to Lorenzo de Zavala, April 14, 1828]
Letter from Jose Maria Viesca to Lorenzo de Zavala while Zavala was Governor of the state of Mexico. Leona Vicario, April 14, 1828.
[Letter from Jose Maria Viesca to Lorenzo de Zavala, May 12, 1828]
Letter from Jose Maria Viesca to Lorenzo de Zavala while Zavala was Governor of the state of Mexico. Concerning the colonization of Texas. May 12, 1828.
[Letter from Juan de Dios Canedo to Lorenzo de Zavala, August 31, 1828]
Juan de Dios Canedo to Lorenzo de Zavala: Defending the actions of the federal government in withdrawing troops to Coyoacan and placing them at the orders of the legislature with the consent of the governor. Mexico, August 31, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, December 24, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna: Discussed treachery of Guadalupe Victoria and the federal government. Asks Santa Anna to join rebellion against the government. Tlalpam, December 24, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, March 11, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna: On political tensions surrounding the recent revolt by Guerrero and the position taken by the author. (Tlalpan), March 11, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, September 13, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna: In support of Santa Anna against the actions of the deputies of Congress. Tlalpam, September 13, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Guadalupe Victoria, August 31, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Guadalupe Victoria: On the occupation by federal troops of the state capital on the eve of elections. Tlalpan, August 31, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Guadalupe Victoria, September 26, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Guadalupe Victoria: Defending himself against the rumors started by his enemies. Tlalpam, September 26, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Jose Maria Lobato, December 20, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Jose Maria Lobato: Discusses plot by the federal government against Guerrero, Lobato and himself. Tlalpam, December 20, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Juan de Dios Canedo, August 31, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Juan de Dios Canedo: On the withdrawal of troops, and perils of placing same at the command of the state legislature. (Tlalpam), August 31, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Juan de Dios Canedo, September 1, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Juan de Dios Canedo: On the breakdown of constitutional procedure in the federal government. (Tlalpam), September 1, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to unknown person, May 07, 1828]
Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to unknown person, May 07, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Valentin Gomez Farias, September 1, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Valentin Gomez Farias: On the political ideology of General Gomez Pedraza. Tlalpam, September 1, 1828.
[Letter from Lorenzo de Zavala to Ygnacio Martinez, September 26, 1828]
Lorenzo de Zavala to Ygnacio Martinez: On the presidential elections and Zavala's support for Guerrero's candidacy. Tlalpam, September 26, 1828.
[Letter from Zavala to Victoria, December 12, 1828]
Zavala to Victoria: State of affairs in Cuernavaca after the slaughter of Spaniards by troops. Offers his services to the government. Cuernavaca, December 12, 1828.
[Transcript of a Legal Document, April 24, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a legal document, on April 24, 1828, consolidating two laws.
[Transcript of account for J. B. Austin payable to Robert Kuykendoll, November 12, 1828]
Copy of transcript for an account for J. B. Austin payable to Robert Kuykendoll. J.B. Austin payed Kuykendoll in full and the record was witnessed by Stephen F. Austin.
[Transcript of account for Stephen F. Austin payable to David Carpenter, October 11, 1828]
Copy of transcript for Stephen F. Austin's account payable to David Carpenter, including an itemized report of money owed. The record documents Austin's payment of the account in full.
[Transcript of an agreement between Stephen F. Austin and Rufus Stone, December 5, 1828]
Copy of transcript for an agreement between Stephen F. Austin and Rufus Stone. Stone discovered a lead and silver mine on the Trinity River and Austin agrees to apply to the Mexican authorities, on behalf of Stone, to obtain legal title to work and hold the mine in exchange for a quarter share in the mine.
[Transcript of an agreement between Stephen F. Austin and Thomas Boatwright, December 10, 1828]
Copy of transcript for an agreement between Stephen F. Austin and Thomas Boatright, in which Austin agrees to sell Boatright three labors of land in exchange for thirty cows and calves, or three-hundred dollars in cash.
[Transcript of an Exchange of Letters Between Ramón Músquiz and Stephen F. Austin, June 1828]
Copy of transcript for an exchange of two letters between Ramón Músquiz and Stephen F. Austin, on June 23 and June 30, 1828, discussing the affirmation of the lands of Felipe Sublett in Nacogdoches, Texas.
[Transcript of Copy of Letter from Stephen F. Austin to George Orr, August 11, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a copy of a letter from Stephen F. Austin to George Orr, in which Austin calls on Orr's assistance to execute an order issued by the Governor of Coahuila y Tejas to find and apprehend the Hardin brothers on charges on murder.
[Transcript of Copy of Letter of Agreement from Stephen F. Austin to the Governor of the Coahuila y Tejas, July 27, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a certified copy of Stephen F. Austin's agreement to the empresario contract approved by the Governor of Coahuila y Tejas. The Governor's Secretary, Juan Antonio Padilla, makes note to file the document in the appropriate place and supply Austin with a company for his security.
[Transcript of Document Ascribing Power of Attorney to Thomas F. Leaming, February 1, 1828]
Copy of transcript of a document written by Stephen F. Austin and James Austin, on February 1, 1828, giving the power of attorney to Thomas F. Leaming in the case against Jacob Fox, who holds lands in New Jersey that rightfully belong to the Austins.
[Transcript of Document Concerning Stephen F. Austin, 1828-1829]
Copy of transcript for a document giving Stephen F. Austin a piece of land he had requested, in 1828 or 1829. It declares that, according to the law, he must cultivate and populate it.
[Transcript of legal agreement made by William Rabb, May 16, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a legal agreement made by William Rabb detailing the terms under which he will be granted confirmation of his title to three sitios of land on the Colorado River.
[Transcript of legal document pertaining to settlement of the debts of Pamelia Pickett, May 20, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a legal document pertaining to the settlement of all debts owed by Pamelia Pickett to Stephen F. and James B. Austin.
[Transcript of Letter Concerning Stephen F. Austin, July 23, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter, on July 23, 1828, asking that Stephen F. Austin be given command of a battalion of soldiers.
[Transcript of Letter Concerning the Mexican-American Border, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter, in 1828, asking for a review of the border between Mexico and the United States so that both sides know and agree on where it is.
[Transcript of Letter from Agustín Viesco to José Antonio Padilla, August 9, 1828[
Copy of transcript for a letter from Agustín Viesco to José Antonio Padilla, on August 9, 1828, making sure a legal decree is being followed.
[Transcript of Letter from Alexander Thompson to Stephen F. Austin, December 6, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Alexander Thompson to Stephen F. Austin, in which Thompson reports on his journey from Galveston to Veracruz. Thompson also advises Austin to write to the Commodore, who has shown interest in obtaining a land grant in Texas and could, because of his position, be of service to the region.
[Transcript of Letter from Alexander Thompson to Stephen F. Austin, November 17, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Alexander Thompson to Stephen F. Austin, in which Thompson appeals to Austin to secure a land grant on the northwest bank of Buffalo Bayou.
[Transcript of Letter from Alexander Ybary to Stephen F. Austin, August 15, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Alexander Ybary to Stephen F. Austin, in which Ybary acknowledges receipt of Austin's petition and confirms his intention to forward it to the Mexican government on Austin's behalf.
[Transcript of Letter from Alexander [Ybary] to Stephen F. Austin, February 2, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Alexander [Ybary] to Stephen F. Austin, in which [Ybary] sends Austin the latest Arancel General (general tariff or customs tariff). [Ybary] also informs Austin that General Teran has arrived, and directs Austin to send papers they have agreed upon.
[Transcript of Letter from Alexander [Ybary] to Stephen F. Austin, January 26, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Alexander [Ybary] to Stephen F. Austin, in which [Ybary] informs Austin about the Revolution of Tulancingo, led by Mexican Republic General, Nicolás Bravo. [Ybary] assures Austin that peace has been restored by General Guerrero and that Guerrero still considers Austin a friend.
[Transcript of Letter from Antonio Elosua to Stephen F. Austin, November 25, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Antonio Elosua to Stephen F. Austin, on November 25, 1828, explaining that A. Thompson and his navy had departed for Veracruz before Juan Hernandes arrived.
[Transcript of Letter from B. M. Cutter to Stephen F. Austin, May 13, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from B. M. Cutter to Stephen F. Austin, in which Cutter inquires about the physical and legal status of a half league of land that he purchased from William S. Brown.
[Transcript of Letter from Congress to Stephen F. Austin, September 10, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from José María Viesca and Juan Antonio Padilla to Stephen F. Austin, on September 10, 1828, discussing recent elections for representatives in Congress, and the laws they are considering changing to help the state.
[Transcript of Letter from David Thompson to Stephen F. Austin, June 26, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from David Thompson to Stephen F. Austin, in which Thompson shares his plan to come and visit the frontier country, and asks Austin to provide a list of supplies, both staples for survival that could be sold to colonists, as well as, items that would be good for trade with Mexico.
[Transcript of Letter from Elisha Roberts to Stephen F. Austin, July 18, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Elisha Roberts to Stephen F. Austin, in which Roberts acknowledges news regarding three Mexican gentlemen that were recently given land grants. Roberts acknowledges Austin's role in facilitating their land grants, and asks Austin for his assistance with securing his land title.
[Transcript of letter from Emily M. Austin Bryan Perry to James E. B. Austin, November 29, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Emily M. Austin Bryan Perry to James E. B. Austin encouraging James to visit Missouri with his wife, and passing along news that many of the papers documenting Stephen F. Austin's business with Col. Anthony Butler were lost when Woodson's house burned down.
[Transcript of Letter from Emily M. Perry to Stephen F. Austin, November 10, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Emily M. Perry to Stephen F. Austin, in which Perry provides news of the family and shared acquaintances. Perry also reports that the Mine a burton mine was sold to William Milem, and that Washington County is growing quickly. Finally, Perry warns Austin of plans for a Mr. Price to travel to Texas, possibly to dispute Stephen F. and J.E.B. Austin's land title.
[Transcript of Letter from Erasmo Seguin to Stephen F. Austin, April 9, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Erasmo Seguin to Stephen F. Austin, on April 9, 1828, discussing the handling of the arrival of Manuel de Mier y Teran.
[Transcript of Letter from Erasmo Seguin to Stephen F. Austin, January 24, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Erasmo Seguin to Stephen F. Austin, on January 24, 1828, discussing an escaped slave, the sending of trees to a government official, and the loss of some documents.
[Transcript of Letter from Erasmo Seguin to Stephen F. Austin, June 26, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Erasmo Seguin to Stephen F. Austin, on June 26, 1828, discussing the receipt of money needed to organize a funeral for a baron.
[Transcript of Letter from F. White, H. H. League, Thomas Davis, and Samuel M. Williams to Ramón Músquiz, January 24, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from F. White, H. H. League, Thomas Davis, and Samuel M. Williams to Ramón Músquiz, on January 24, 1828, declaring that the Texan army should be built from battalions based on the number of families in each colony.
[Transcript of Letter from Gaspar Flores to Samuel Williams, August 7, 1828]
Copy of transcript for a letter from Gaspar Flores to Samuel Williams, on August 7, 1828, discussing the need for a secretary who speaks and writes English and Spanish, and how to pay him.
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