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[Transcript of Letter from S. Rhoads Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, October 29, 1835]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from S. Rhoads Fisher to Stephen F. Austin, regarding Gomez-Farias leaving Brazos to interview with Austin. Fisher informs Austin that he is aware that the interview was planned to take place and that the Matagorda Committee of Safety has been awaiting news from Austin.
Date: October 29, 1835
Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from P. Dimitt to S. F. Austin, October 13, 1835]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from P. Dimitt to S. F. Austin, in which Dimitt offers Austin both congratulations on his appointment to the commander and chief of the Revolutionary Army and a pledge of support for the cause.
Date: October 13, 1835
Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Printed Circular from Governor José Fernández]

Description: Printed circular from Governor José Fernández to the Laredo ayuntamiento, saying Francisco Villaseñor has been appointed secretary of the government office.
Date: October 1, 1835
Partner: St. Mary's University Louis J. Blume Library

[Transcript of Letter from Thomas F. McKinney to James F. Perry, October 22, 1835]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Thomas F. McKinney to James F. Perry, in which McKinney thanks Perry for the use of his "boy" in the completion of a challenging task. [It is unclear from this letter if "boy" is a diminutive way of addressing a male slave or if "boy" actually refers to Perry's son.]
Date: October 22, 1835
Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from J. W. Collins to Col. S. F. Austin, October 20, 1835]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from J. W. Collins to Col. S. F. Austin, in which Collins introduces his friend and fellow soldier in the Louisiana Guard, Mr. Robert C. Morris. Collins vouches for Morris' skill as a soldier and tactician, as well as, his sincere loyalty to the causes of his countrymen. Collins also asks where his service is needed the most.
Date: October 20, 1835
Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History
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