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[Transcript of Extract from a Letter from Texas, March 7, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript of an extract of a letter from Texas describing Stephen F. Austin's arrest in Saltillo: including the reasons provided in the Order of Arrest, Austin's treatment since his arrest, federal approval of a state-maintained court system, and immediate outcomes from the federal repeal of the Law of April 6, 1830.
Date: March 7, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Henry F. Spear to Stephen F. Austin, May 28, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Henry F. Spear to Stephen F. Austin, in which Spear requests information and assistance regarding claims to land promised by the Mexican government in exchange for military service in the patriot army from 1812-1813. Spear's brother (deceased at the time of writing) fought in the patriot army and Spear is inquiring on behalf of his brother's heirs.
Date: May 28, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from James Ladd to Stephen F. Austin, May 30, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from James Ladd to Stephen F. Austin, in which Ladd requests any information concerning his son, (James Leanders S. Ladd), who left the United States with William A. Nixon in order to do business in San Antonio de Bexar. Ladd also requests information about the Austin Colony: resources, customs, productions, and the kinds of immigrants the Mexican government would prefer.
Date: May 30, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from the Members of the Ayunamiento of Liberty to The Congress of the United Mexican States, May 31, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from the Members of the Ayunamiento of Liberty to The Congress of the United Mexican States, in which the members ("memorialists"), pledge their continued allegiance to the Mexican government and apologize for any perceived treasonous activity associated with the Convention of 1833. Members also ask for the release of Stephen F. Austin from prison.
Date: May 31, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from the Members of the Ayunamiento of Mina to The Congress of the United Mexican States, July 23, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from the Members of the Ayunamiento of Mina to The Congress of the United Mexican States, in which the members pledge their continued allegiance to the Mexican government, and apologize for any perceived treasonous activity associated with the Convention of 1833. The members also ask for the release of Stephen F. Austin from prison.
Date: July 23, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from M. Austin Bryan to James F. Perry, September 1, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from M. Austin Bryan to James F. Perry, concerning a case filed against Stephen F. Austin by Mr. Bradley for a debt of seven-hundred dollars and asks for advice on the appropriate course of action. Bryan informs Perry that if the debt is not paid soon, Bradley will put out an execution order for Austin.
Date: September 1, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Henry Smith, William Pettus, James B. Miller, and Wyly Martin, September 7, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Henry Smith, James B. Miller, William Pettus, and Wyly Martin, on September 7, 1834, certifying that the electoral assembly has met to name two scribes, and that Stephen F. Austin has been named a deputy.
Date: September 7, 1834
Creator: Smith, Henry; Pettus, William; Miller, James B. & Martin, Wyly
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Nahum Nixon to S. M. Wiliams, September 23. 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Nahum Nixon to S. M. Wiliams, in which Nixon attached survey notes for a league of land that he has settled with his family. He asks Williams to forward the information to Mr. Thompsons, and informs Williams that he is prepared to pay whatever is required.
Date: September 23, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from William W. Hunter to James F. Perry, September 28, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from William W. Hunter to James F. Perry, in which Hunter informs Perry of high numbers of people falling ill and some fatalities as a result, including their mutual friend, Capt. John Dunklin. Hunter also writes about his concern over his credit and asks Perry to collect his claims as soon as possible.
Date: September 28, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Obligation of Indenture binding Nancy Ann Morgan to James Morgan, April 28, 1834]

Description: Copy of transcript for an Obligation of Indenture binding Nancy Ann Morgan to James Morgan, describing the circumstances under which Nancy indebted herself to James Morgan, the terms of service, and the responsibilities of James Morgan to board, clothe and feed Nancy.
Date: April 28, 1834
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History
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