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[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 18, 1844]

Description: Letter from [Ludwig Huth] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] expressing the sacrifice he had to make in order to get the expedition of 200 colonists off. His health suffered greatly because of the stress. He also discusses several individuals who took advantage of colonists by tricking them into paying them their passage money. Includes a list of items sent on the last boat: sickles, harness, string, wine vinegar, etc. Unsigned. Dated December 18, 1844 in Neufreystaedt.
Date: December 18, 1844
Creator: Huth, Ludwig
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[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, February 28, 1845]

Description: Letter from [Ludwig Huth] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] detailing which letters have been received, sent and answered. He goes on to discuss in detail a financial disagreement themselves and a friend of Castro's in Paris. He asks several questions regarding the land in Texas and discusses the unusually long, severe winter and how it has affected their colonization plans. A copy of a letter from someone in Altdorf stating that a widow had returned from Texas and was telling everyone how horrible i… more
Date: February 28, 1845
Creator: Huth, Ludwig
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[Letter to Ferdinand Louis Huth, March 5, 1845]

Description: Letter possibly from [August Huth] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] telling him about the long, cold winter and asking him to tell him what the colonists are planting and what kind of soil there is in Castroville. With an excerpt from an article published in the Journal of Frankfurt regarding German settlement in Texas.
Date: March 5, 1845
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[Letter from August Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 14, 1845]

Description: Letter from August [Huth] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] informing him of the birth of his son. He gives his opinion that the annexation of Texas might make operations easier on their end. He asks him to write and reminds him in a postscript written later that if he is to write on the subject of Althenheim or Marie to please use another sheet of paper so as not to offend his Mary.
Date: April 14, 1845
Creator: Huth, August
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[Letters from Ludwig Huth and A. Paravicini to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 3, 1846]

Description: Letters from [Ludwig] Huth and A. Paravicini to Ferd[inand] Louis Huth. Letter from Huth recommends several new colonists. Letter from Paravicini recommending the same immigrants as Huth and wishing him good luck and good health. Signed by Huth and A. Paravicini on April 3, 1846 in Neufreystaedt.
Date: April 3, 1846
Creator: Huth, Ludwig & Paravicini, A.
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[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, March 15, 1846]

Description: Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to [Ferdinand] Louis Huth introducing him to the bearer of the letter and recommending him and his family as hard working people. He also states that Castro will be leaving for Texas in early April and he is anxious to see if Castro will settle his accounts with him before he goes. Signed by Huth on March 15, 1846 in Neufreystaedt.
Date: March 15, 1846
Creator: Huth, Ludwig
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[Letters from sisters Marie and Caroline Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, December 9, 1845 and March 6, 1845]

Description: Letter from sister Marie to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] letting him know how pleased they are to get his letters and wish that he could be there. She also mentions that Germany is trying to unite Protestant and Catholic churches. Signed Marie on December 9, 1845. With letter from Caroline Huth to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] asking him about his home and whether he has received the household linens and garden seeds. She also asks him to send potato sprouts. Signed Caroline Huth on March 6 possibly in … more
Date: 1845-03-06/1845-12-09
Creator: Huth, Marie & Huth, Caroline
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[Letters from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, August 31, 1845]

Description: Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to [Ferdinand Louis Huth] expressing sadness and astonishment that all of [Louis'] property was stolen on the journey, asking why Vicar Pfanner hasn't written, and expressing surprise that Philip Schneider turned out to be so ungrateful. He also asks after various colonists and tells him that until the stock company for the colony is established, he will not use Louis' name in connection with it. Signed "Your dear and faithful father Huth" in August 1845. Also, Letter … more
Date: August 31, 1845
Creator: Huth, Ludwig
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[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, April 16, 1846]

Description: Letter from [Ludwig Huth] to [Ferdinand Louis Huth] in which he discusses new colonists on their way to Texas, financial matters relating to the colony and how a tile fell on Emil's head. Dated April 16, 1846 from Neufreystaedt. Also, recommending a Swiss girl, who will be traveling to the colony, for field and garden help.
Date: April 16, 1846
Creator: Huth, Ludwig
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[Letters from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, March 9, 1846 and April, 1846]

Description: Letter from [Ludwig] Huth to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] lamenting the lack of direct correspondence from Louis. He also discusses the financial side of the colony venture. Signed by Huth on March 9, 1846 in Neufreystaedt. Also, partial letter from [Ludwig] Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth concerning the hard work of the colonization business and how they don't often leave the office before midnight. Written [March-April 1846] in Neufreystaedt.
Date: 1846-03-09/1846-04
Creator: Huth, Ludwig
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[Letter from August Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, May 26, 1846]

Description: Letter from August [Huth] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] stating that Castro has already left for Texas and describing ideas for trade. He also mentions the possibility of Louis going into business with a tanner in Deisslingen who may emigrate. Signed August on May 26, 1846 in Neufreystaedt.
Date: May 26, 1846
Creator: Huth, August
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[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, September 23, 1846]

Description: Letter from [Ludwig Huth] to [Ferdinand] Louis [Huth] regarding the negative impact of Pfanner's letter about the colony and how it has made finding colonists harder. He also asks him to have earlier colonists write letters home so that potential colonists will see that all is well. Signed by [Huth] on September 23, 1846 in Neufreystaedt.
Date: September 23, 1846
Creator: Huth, Ludwig
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Letter from Ludwig Huth to Ferdinand Louis Huth, October 12, 1846]

Description: 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
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