Texas Revolution

Correspondence

1836, 02/24   ALS from William Barret Travis to the “People of Texas and All Americans,”  written from the Alamo, during its siege by the Mexican army.  Photostat.

1836, 04/23   ALS from W. C. Swearingen to Lemuel O. Swearingen, Scottsville, Kentucky describing the march of the Texas army to San Jacinto under General Sam Houston, and giving an eyewitness account of the Battle of San Jacinto.  Original and Photostat.

1836, 04/28   ALS from Major General Edmund P. Gaines to the U.S. Secretary of War, advising of the Texan victory at San Jacinto, the capitulation of Santa Anna, and the disposition of the Cherokees and other Indians in Texas from the United States side of the national boundary to return to their villages.  Original and 4 Photostat copies.

1836, 05/16   ALS from R. T. Lytle in the U. S. Senate Chambers to an unknown judge enclosing news from both Texas and Gen. Gaines at the War Department and discussing the reactions of the senators upon hearing of Texas independence.  Original and Photostat.

1836, 06/01   ALS from Valentin Canalizo and I. Noriega to the Ministry of Relations, Toluca, acknowledging notice of capture of Santa Anna at San Jacinto and affirming their loyalty to the new interim president.

Legal

1836, 04/20   ADS, decree issued by David G. Burnet establishing a naval depot at Galveston.  Original and 2 photocopies.

Printed Materials

1835, 11/10   Circular issued by Coahuila y Tejas advising that the perfidious and ungrateful Texans have revolted and that the President is sending troops against them, with a call to the people of San Luis Potosi to defend their country.  Signed Eca y Muzquiz.

1836, 01/15   Circular of Juan Nepomuceno de la Garza y Evia, calling for the people of Nuevo Leon to aid Santa Anna's army now marching on Texas.

1836, 02/05   Circular issued by Tamaulipas establishing a separate commandancy-general in Coahuila and Texas.  Signed by José Antonio Fernandez and Francisco Villaseñor.

1836, 06/07   Proclamation to the Mexican Army announcing the capture of Santa Anna at San Jacinto.  Printed signature of José Justo Corro.

Republic of Texas

Correspondence

1837, 02/11   ALS from Memucan Hunt to U.S. Postmaster, Col. J. S. Skinner, concerning recognition of Texas by the United States.  Original and Photostat.

1838, 05/22   ALS from Memucan Hunt to Hugh L. White, requesting a letter of introduction to “some one in England” for Monroe Edwards.  Original and Photostat.

1838, 08/27   ALS from A. McCurdy to unknown addressee asking that the arrival of Dr. Anson Jones, Minister Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Texas, be printed in that night’s newspaper.

1838, 10/29   ALS from J. Pickney Henderson to Judge John Woodward concerning an agent ordered to Texas by the French government and transmitting dispatches for the government and president of Texas.  Original and Photostat.

1839, 05/05   ALS from David G. Burnet to John G. Tod acknowledging gifts.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1839, 12/22   ALS from A. Sidney Johnston to H.D. Gilpin introducing Col. Barnard E. Bee, Minister from the government of Texas.

1841, 03/28   ALS from Barnard E. Bee to Col. Morgan quoting a letter (dated March 3) from James Hamilton, concerning Hamilton’s negotiations for a loan to the Republic of Texas from a bank in Paris. Hamilton’s efforts to persuade the French government to guarantee the bonds are also discussed.  Original and Photostat.

1842, 03/06   ALS from J. J. Crittenden to Gen. Leslie Combs congratulating Combs on the safe return of his son, Frank Combs, who had been in captivity in Mexico after being captured in the Santa Fe Expedition.  Original and Photostat.

1843, 01/12   ALS from Mirabeau B. Lamar to Sol. Smith concerning a tune for Lamar’s poem, “Gem of Delight.”

ca. 1843        ALS from President John Tyler to Daniel Webster concerning the possibility of an appointment for Gen. Murphy of Ohio in South or Central America.

1844, 10/08   ANS from Andrew Jackson concerning the appointment of Andrew J. Donelson as charge d'affaires to Texas.  Original and Photostat.

Legal

1839, 03/12   ADS.  Portion of a legal document stating that Levi Jones and his co-trustees shall receive from M. B. Maynar, as representative of the original Proprietors of Galveston City, sixteen shares of Galveston stock, in full compensation for their responsibilities and services as trustees of the said company.

1839, 08/28   ADS by Martin Van Buren authorizing the Secretary of State to affix the seal of the United States to an exequatur for Joseph B. Browne, Consul of the Republic of the Republic of Texas for Key West, Florida.

1841, 05/15   PDS/ADS. Bill of exchange by Nicholas Biddle, drawn on Gen. James Hamilton, Minister Plenipotentiary of Texas in London, payable to William D. Lewis.

Printed Materials

ca. 1836-1839 Blank subpoena form used in the County Court of Galveston, Republic of Texas.

ca. 1839-1841 Newspaper clipping regarding current Texas president, Mirabeau B. Lamar.

1859                Newspaper clipping regarding the death of Mirabeau B. Lamar.

n.d.              Newspaper clipping.  Biographical data of Mirabeau B. Lamar.

n.d.              Newspaper clipping, “Texas and her Presidents,” about Burnet, Lamar and Houston, by Corinne Montgomery.

n.d.              Newspaper clipping.  Biographical data of Rep. Warner L. Underwood.

Annexation of Texas

Correspondence

1843, 11/25   ALS from Daniel Webster to Lewis F. Allen concerning annexation of Texas.  Original and 4 Photostat copies.

1844, 06/06   ALS from Millard Filmore to A. B. Hall and to other members of the Central Convention Committee for Jefferson County, New York, concerning his campaign for governor of New York and the annexation of Texas.

1844, 08/01   ALS from Matthew St. Clair Clark to General Leslie Combs, Lexington, Kentucky, concerning letters of General Combs to President Tyler on the subject of Texas.

1844, 08/24   ALS from John C. Calhoun to H. Baily concerning affairs with Mexico, annexation of Texas, and the Oregon negotiations.  Original and 3 Photostat copies.

1845, 12/17   ALS from Daniel Webster stating that the war debate and the Texas Resolution have kept “us all here.”

1845, 12/25   ALS from President James K. Polk to Vice President George M. Dallas concerning the resolution to admit Texas into the Union.

Legal

1845, 12/29   PDS/ADS. James K. Polk authorizing that the Secretary of State affix the Seal of the United States to the "Joint Resolution for the admission of the State of Texas into the Union."

Printed Materials

1844, 10/18   PLS. Circular from A. E. Brown and H. D. Maxwell concerning the presidential campaign of Henry Clay and the fight against the “dishonest annexation of Texas.”

ca. 1844        Newspaper clipping, regarding Mirabeau B. Lamar’s opinions on the annexation of Texas.

1845, 01/06   PD. Speech of Mr. Winthrop of Massachusetts, on the annexation of Texas, delivered in the U.S. House of Representatives.

State of Texas

Correspondence

1846, 06/29   ALS from Thomas J. Rusk to unknown addressee giving autobiographical data. 

1847, 02/18   ALS from David S. Kaufman to Messrs. Blair and Rives ordering 3,000 copies of his speeches.

1848, 02/20   ALS from David S. Kaufman to Messrs. Blair and Rives requesting that the Congressional Globe be sent to C. A. Frazier, Marshall, Harrison County, Texas.

1848, 02/09   ALS from Timothy Pilsbury to Messrs. Ritchie and Heiss requesting the Weekly Union be sent to Robert H. Williams, Caney Creek, Matagorda County, Texas.

1849, 02/20   ALS from Tristam Burges to Zachary Taylor, President-elect of the United States, asking for a permanent clerkship for Charles B. Snow, late captain of the Texas Navy.

1850, 02/26   ALS from Thomas J. Rusk to George W. Crawford introducing Colonel George T. Howard.

1851, 10/25   William S. Harney, Colonel Second Dragoons, to Brevet Major General P. F. Smith, Commander, Eighth Department, reporting on his attendance at an Indian council.

1852, 01/24   ALS from Thomas J. Rusk to A. Boyd Hamilton sending his autograph.

1852, 04/18   ALS from Thomas J. Rusk to A. Boyd Hamilton making an appointment.

1853, 02/15   ALS from J. Antonio Navarro to Oscar F. Keeler replying to a request to confirm signatures of signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence.  Original and Photostat.

1853, 12/29   AL from unknown addresser to Colonel Ruggles, concerning a trade route between Chihuahua, Cienegas, and Corpus Christi. 

1854, 10/12   ALS from Charles W. Elliott to F. H. Underwood concerning a movement among the Germans of West Texas to form a separate state.  Original and Photostat.

1855, 04/11   ALS from G. B. Cosby to Colonel S. Cooper, Adjutant General, U.S. Army, acknowledging the communication informing him of his appointment as a second lieutenant in the Second Regiment of Cavalry.

1856, 09/29   ALS from John L. Scott to Kentucky Governor F. M. Dimond requesting he be appointed a director of the Texas Western Railroad Company.

1866, 05/11   ALS from John Hancock of Texas to President Andrew Johnson requesting that Richard Sansom of Williamson County, Texas, be appointed Assessor of Internal Revenue for the third district of Texas, replacing John A. Haynes.

1868, 03/14   ALS from Francis R. Lubbock to L. J. Cist advising him of his election as governor of Texas on August 5, 1861.

1873, 03/06   ALS from J. W. Flanagan to President Grant suggesting nominees for appointments to federal positions in Texas.

1873, 07/11   ALS from Governor Edmund J. Davis of Texas to Postmaster General J. A. J. Creswell, concerning his opposition to W. T. Clark, postmaster of Galveston.

1873, 12/23   ALS from W. P. McLean to Major Ben Perley Poore transmitting autobiographical data.

1877, 06/17   ALS from R. B. Hubbard to Captain J. W. Swindells concerning petition to [Nat M.] Burford to resign.

1877, 10/23   ALS from Henry E. McCulloch to J. W. Swindells expressing regret that he cannot attend the fair at Dallas.

1878             ALS from J. W. Throckmorton to J. W. Swindells concerning recommendations for various positions in the state government.

1879, 04/09   ALS from J. W. Throckmorton to A. P. McCormick recommending J. W. Swindells for the position of Clerk of Court at Dallas.

1879, 04/18   ALS from E. A. Mexia to General T. C. Reynolds introducing Bernardo Desebrock of Mexico.

1881, 03/07   ALS from John H. Reagan to Senator [Howell] Jackson concerning the Interstate Commerce bill.

1883, 10/07   ALS from Richard Coke to Levi. P. Morton, United States Minister, Paris, France, presenting Albert Somerville of Galveston, Texas.

1891, 04/30   ALS from Roger Q. Mills to Ben W. Austin accepting membership in the Trinity Historical Society.

1891, 12/16   ALS from James S. Hogg to A. E. Allen transmitting a photograph taken from a portrait of Joseph L. Hogg.

n.d.              ALS from J. W. Throckmorton to Major Ben Perley Poore concerning the official vote from Throckmorton’s district.

n.d.              ALS from Lieutenant C. W. Lear to Colonel Daniel Ruggles, 5^th Infantry, Fort McIntosh, Texas, describing conditions at camp.

Financial

n.d.              AN regarding a Globe Office printing order of a speech of V. E. Howard of Texas.

n.d.              AN regarding a Globe Office printing order of a speech of J. R. Underwood on the Texas boundary.

Legal

1848, 12/28   ADS. Receipt for Captain T. G. Funcke from Major J. C. Pattridge, for one iron safe.

1854, 07/18   PD/ADS. Land grant to Richard M. Johnson, assignee of James W. Stewart, for 640 acres of land in Travis County, Texas, signed by Governor E. M. Pease.

Printed Materials

ca. 1894        PD. Article entitled “Texas” by ex-Senator Samuel Bell Maxey from Harper’s New Monthly Magazine, Vol. LXXXVII, No. 520-56.

Mexican War – Spanish Documents

Correspondence

1846, 06/10   ALS from Jose Maria Giron, President of the Ayuntamiento, to Zachary Taylor, General in Chief of the American Army, concerning the necessity of a declaration on the part of the U. S. as to limits of authority of the American army and the local Mexican government in order that criminals be properly apprehended and punished; also discussing the necessity of collecting specified taxes to pay for expenses of local government.  Original and 3 Photostat copies.

1846, 06/13   ALS from Inocencio Leyba to the General in Chief of the North American Army asking for money or clothes in order that he may leave the hospital.

1846, 07/29   ALS from the citizens of Guerrero to the Chief of the Forces of the United States stationed at Camargo appealing for protection from the Indians.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 08/19   ALS from Jose Maria Giron, first constitutional judge, to Ignacio M. Brannan, aide-de-camp, acknowledging receipt of an order prohibiting discharging firearms and firing skyrockets.

1846, 09/18   ALS from Jose Maria Giron to the Military Commander advising that because of illness Agapito Longoria, third alcalde, would take over the duties of first alcalde.

1846, 09/23   ALS from Pedro de Ampudia, General in Chief of the Army of the North, to Zachary Taylor proposing to evacuate the city and fort under guarantee that the natives who had taken part in the defense would suffer no harm.

1846, 09/26   ALS from Pedro de Ampudia to Zachary Taylor advising of his departure for Saltillo.

1846, 09/30   ALS from Pedro de Ampudia to Zachary Taylor acknowledging the advice that according to international law, the laws of the Mexican Republic and the political, civil and judicial authorities shall remain unchanged in the territory occupied by the Army of the United States.

1846, 10/03   ALS from Pedro de Ampudia to Zachary Taylor concerning Mexican supplies seized by North American forces.

1846, 10/03   ALS from Francisco de P. Morales to Zachary Taylor concerning his absence in Santiago.

1846, 10/06   ALS from Pedro de Ampudia to Zachary Taylor concerning appointment of Lieutenant Colonel Bruno Ordonez as squadron commander.

1846, 10/06   ALS from Francisco de P. Morales to the General in Chief of the Army of Occupation concerning crimes committed against the Mexicans by volunteer soldiers of the United States Army.

1846, 10/07   ALS from Pedro de Ampudia to Zachary Taylor concerning handling of mail from the United States.

1846, 10/07   ALS from Pedro de Ampudia to Zachary Taylor concerning disposition of equipment left in Monterrey at the time of the evacuation.

1846, 10/29   ALS from Francisco de P. Morales to the General in Chief of the Army of Occupation reporting continued atrocities against Mexican citizens perpetrated by volunteer soldiers of the Army of Occupation.

1847, 01/04   ALS from Juan Jose Cortes, Judge of the First Instance of Guemez, to General Zachary Taylor concerning legal proceedings instituted against Jacobo Martinez for certain acts of violence in obstructing the law in a case of possession of property.

1847, 04/24   ALS from Juan Jose Lopez, Spanish Vice Consul at Matamoros, to the Military Commander protesting seizure of liquor from his grocery store.

1847, 12/11   ALS from Llano de los Garcias, under the jurisdiction of Abelino Lopez, to authorities asking for protection from one Juan Morales and Jose Ruiz who have seized his guns under guise of collecting arms for the Mexican government.

1848, 05/04   ALS from R. Lozano de Armenta, Spanish charge d’affaires, to W. O. Butler, General in Chief of the Army of the United States, reporting an act of violence against a Spanish subject committed by American army officers.

1848, 06/07   ALS from Rafl. de la Fuenta[?] to the ayuntamiento de Cienegas, notification of ratification of a treaty of peace with the United States.

Legal

1846, 07/18   ADS from Captain Juan Crespin, under the command of Colonel D. Manuel Joaquin Perez Salazar, appointing Pioquinto Sanchez, Second Sergeant of the Sixth Company of the Battalion of Invalidos of Puebla, to the rank of First Sergeant.

1846, 08/29   ADS. Certification of Jose Maria Giron, that Don Miguel of San Miguel has come to Matamoros with the object of reclaiming a servant, Domingo Flores, who is on the other side of the Rio Grande.

Printed Materials

1846, 04/08   Order of General Pedro de Ampudia lists penalties for aiding or trading with the North Americans now established on the north bank of the Rio Grande opposite Matamoros.

1846, 04/13   "Boletin de la Divison del Norte" Tom. 1, num. 1.  Includes information about General Zachary Taylor's army just across the Rio Grande.

1846, 04/19   Edict—"El Ciudadano Luis Gonzaga Chavarri"—President Mariano Paredes y Arrillaga calls for national unity to meet the threats of an invasion, and suspends freedom of the press.

1846, 08/04   Proclamation—“Pronunciamento en la Ciudadela”—issued at the command of Valentin Gomez Farias, General Juan Morales and General Jose Mariano de Salas calling a new congress to be popularly elected according to the laws of 1824, and rallying all loyal Mexicans to the aid of General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, Commander in Chief, in the war against the United States.

1846, 08/28   Edict—“Ministerio de Guerra y Marina”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, Brigadier General and Chief of the Liberating Republican Army, exercising supreme executive power, issued by Juan N. Almonte, Minister of War and of the Navy, decreeing that all arms shall be imported into the country duty free.

1846, 09/03   Edict—“Ministerio de Hacienda”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Valentin Gomez Farias, Minister of the Treasury, abolishing the monopoly on the manufacture and sale of gunpowder; fixing excise duty on gunpowder, sulphur and saltpetre; setting forth regulations for the location of powder factories.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 09/10   Edict—“Ministerio de Relaciones Interiores y Exteriores”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Manual Crecencio Rejon, Minister of Interior and Exterior Relations, declaring foreigners eligible for naturalization, except citizens of nations at war with the Republic.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 09/10   Edict—“Ministerio de Relaciones Interiores y Exteriores”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Manuel Crecencio Rejon, decreeing that permission to hold public meetings be secured from the proper authorities.

1846, 09/11   Edict—“Ministerio de Hacienda”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Manuel Crecencio Rejon, setting forth rules and regulations governing the national guard.

1846, 09/11   Edict—“Ministerio de Hacienda”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Valentin Gomez Farias, decreeing that merchant ships breaking the blockade shall be exempt from tonnage duty.

1846, 09/17   Edict—Ministerio de Hacienda”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Valentin Gomez Farias, setting forth classifications for the general revenues and establishing quotas for the various states, exempting the states of Nuevo Leon, Tamaulipas, Coahuila, Chihuahua and Upper and Lower California while they are invaded, and Texas until she is regained by the Mexican nation.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 09/20   Edict—“Ministerio de Relaciones Interiores y Exteriores”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Manuel Crecencio Rejon, decreeing that in view of the gravity of the national emergency there shall be established a governmental council, composed of thirteen persons, with Valentin Gomez Farias as president.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 09/29   Edict—“Ministerio de Relaciones Esteriores e Interiores”—of Jose Mariano de Salas, issued by Manuel Crecencio Rejon, decreeing that members of the governmental Council, created by decree of September 20, may be elected representatives to the National Constituent Congress.

1847, 05/29   Circular issued by the Supreme Government of the state of Nuevo Leon, reporting on a junta of the principal citizens of Monterrey. Printed signatures of José de Jesus D. y Prieto and Facundo Tamez.

1847, 06/01   Circular issued by the Supreme Government of the state of Nuevo Leon, decreeing that all public funds be turned over to the treasurer, Rafael de la Garza. Printed signatures of José de Jesus D. y Prieto and Facundo Tamez.

1847, 06/07   Circular issued by the Supreme Government of the state of Nuevo Leon, re-establishing a tax of 1% on certain products. Printed signatures of José de Jesus D. y Prieto and Facundo Tamez.

1847, 08/26   Circular to “Heroic Countrymen,” issued by General Joaquin Rea, stating that the triumph of the country is certain, that the circular of the “Yankees” of the day before is but an admission of defeat, and calling on all Mexicans to fight to the death rather than to submit to domination.

1847, 09/16   Circular of General Terres giving account of defense of the Gate of Belen.  Photostat.

1847, 12/24   Order from H. L. Scott, Provisional Adjunct General, issued by W. J. Gary, Provisional Adjutant, concerning the punishment of guerrilla gangs.

1848, 01/20   Order from Colonel George W. Hughes, Civil and Military Governor, issued by W. J. Gary, Provisional Adjutant General, announcing the opening of bids for the exclusive privilege of selling cigars and cigarettes, and for the manufacture of playing cards.

Mexican War – English Documents

Correspondence

1845, 04/20   ALS from Brig. Gen. Zachary Taylor to the Adj. Gen. of the U. S. Army recommending that a confidential officer be sent to Texas to make a general reconnaissance of the frontier preparatory to a probable movement across the Sabine, should Texas accede to the terms of annexation proposed by the United States.  Original and 3 Photostat copies.

1845, 08/26   ALS from Zachary Taylor, Brigadier General, United States Army of Occupation, to the Adjutant General of the Army advising that Colonel [Henry L.] Kinney was his source of information at the Mexican frontier, and giving information concerning Mexican troops.  Original and 3 Photostat copies.

1846, 06/03   ALS from Joseph W. Chalmers, Thomas J. Rusk, et al. to President James K. Polk, recommending John A. Quitman of Natchez, Mississippi for appointment as Brigadier General; concurrence in the recommendation signed by David S. Kaufman in which he describes Quitman’s services to Texas in 1836.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 06/10   ALS from Brigadier General John E. Wool to Roger Jones, Adjutant General of the United States Army, concerning volunteers from Kentucky for the Mexican War.

1846, 07/11   ALS from John E. Wool to Roger Jones concerning movements of troops from Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana to New Orleans and thence to Texas.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 07/18   ALS from John E. Wool to Roger Jones urging that more companies of regular troops be sent to him at San Antonio.

1847, 02/06   ALS from Winfield Scott to unknown addressee requesting a commission for Smythe Clarke, native of New York.

1847, 02/11   ALS from Garrett Davis to Brantz Mayer concerning the validity of the secret treaty which Santa Anna made with Texas after the Battle of San Jacinto.

1847, 02/13   ALS from Garrett Davis [to Brantz Mayer] concerning whether the Rio Grande was the boundary between Texas and Mexico prior to the Battle of San Jacinto.

1847, 04/09   ALS from merchants of Matamoros to Colonel Caleb Cushing, Military Governor of Matamoros, advising that armed bandits, posing as agents of Mexican authorities, were collecting levies on provisions.

Printed Materials

1846, 05/02   “General Order No. 1” from Adjutant General of Texas, William G. Cooke, by order of Governor J. Pickney Henderson giving notice that actual hostilities had commenced between the Mexicans and the U.S. Army of Occupation and requisitioning troops from the various counties.

1846, 05/25   “General Order No. 2” from Robert B. Turner, Adjutant General of Tennessee, concerning troops to Texas with “the utmost possible dispatch.”

1846, 12/07   Notice from Robert W. Haywood, Adjutant General of North Carolina, by order of the governor, William A. Graham, that a regiment of volunteer infantry is required to serve during the war with Mexico.

1847, 06/10   Newspaper Clipping. Articles from the Georgetown Advocate reporting on the Georgetown troops in the battle of Cerro Gordo and quoting from the Diario del Gobierno of April 30, 1847 on the vindication of Santa Anna.

Mexican War – Bilingual Documents (Spanish / English)

Printed Materials

1846, 06/23   Edict from the Ayuntamiento of the City of Matamoros, issued by Jose Maria Giron, President, and Marcus Galindo, Secretary, decreeing that due to repeated acts of robbery no person shall be allowed to sell livestock without permission from the municipal authorities.

1846, 12/22   General order, by command of Brigadier General James Shields, issued by R. P. Hammond, Assistant Adjutant General, prohibiting gambling.

1847, 01/01   General order from Brig. General Shields, issued by R. P. Hammond, investing judicial power in the town and jurisdiction of Tampico in designated individuals.

1846, 01/02   General order from Brig. General Shields, issued by R. P. Hammond, constituting a chamber of commerce for Tampico.

1847, 01/06   General order from James Shields, issued by R. P. Hammond, investing judicial power in the town and jurisdiction of Tampico in designated individuals.

1848, 01/13   Order from Colonel George W. Hughes, Civil and Military Commander, issued by W. J. Gary, Provisional Adjutant General, prohibiting persons congregating in front of the Posada de Diligencias.

1848, 01/14   Order from Colonel George W. Hughes, issued by W. J. Gary, decreeing that all articles of merchandise brought into the city be declared.

Sam Houston

Correspondence

1824, 01/24   ALS to Peter Hagner, auditor of the U.S. Treasury, regarding a claim.

1824, 01/28   ALS to Peter Hagner enclosing a claim of a constituent.

1824, 01/28   ALS to Peter Hagner asking for information in regard to a claim.

1824, 07/06   ALS to Peter Hagner enclosing a claim.

1824, 07/18   ALS to Peter Hagner enclosing application of Henry McCoy, lieutenant and adjutant in Williamson’s Battalian, Tennessee Militia, War of 1812.

1824, 12/17   ALS to Peter Hagner enclosing a letter requesting information concerning Hugh Walker, a member of Captain Butler’s Company, 24^th Infantry, and a member of Captain Armstead’s Company, First Rifles, U.S. Army, War of 1812.

1824, 12/17   ALS to Peter Hagner enclosing a letter from a constituent requesting information concerning the enlistment of his half brother in the War of 1812.

1825, 02/07   ALS to Captain W. V. Cobbs, Boston, concerning the presidential campaign of General Jackson.

1826, 11/30   AD. Sheet of paper on which is written: “A copy of Dr. I. H. Wallace to ‘Honorable Sam Houston, Nov. 30, 1826. Sec. Southard’s declaration as to Mr. Monroe’s defence [sic] of New Orleans.”

1828, 11/30   AD. Sheet of paper on which is written: “Copy of a letter from Dr. Wallace to Genl. Saml. Houston Nov. 30, ’28.”

1843, 04/14   ALS from J. L. Santa Anna, advising that he is in straitened circumstances and asking for help.

1843, 05/04   ALS to Joseph C. Eldredge with instructions for a meeting with the Comanche nation.  Photostat and 5 photocopies.

1844, 04/09   ALS to M. A. Holley with data for "History of Texas."

1846, 04/06   ALS to William L. Marcy, Secretary of War, recommending James W. Simmons for appointment as an officer and attesting to his honor and integrity as treasurer of the Republic of Texas; letter also bears signature of Thomas J. Rusk, who concurs in the recommendation.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1846, 04/08   ALS to Major W. V. Cobbs thanking him for a letter.

1846, 05/07   ALS from Wilds K. Cooke and George W. Adams concerning raising a company of rangers for protection against the Indians. Endorsed by Sam Houston June 8, 1846, respectfully referred to the Secretary of War.

1846, 08/04   ALS from Sam Houston, David S. Kaufman and Thomas J. Rusk to President Polk recommending James W. Simmons for the position of military or naval storekeeper in Texas.  Original, 2 Photostat copies, and 1 photocopy.

1846, 08/11   ALS to Nathaniel Levin writing before leaving Washington for Texas, thanking him for gifts.

1847, 01/06   ALS to Nathaniel Levin advising that he would be happy to serve Mr. Levin.

1847, 01/07   ALS to William L. Marcy concerning pay for C. B. Barnes, Assistant Surgeon, U.S. Army, and for Quartermaster, John A. Veatch.

1847, 01/14   ALS to R. J. Walker, Secretary of the Treasury, recommending General Rusk’s son for employment.

1847, 01/17   ALS to P. Kelly concerning a suit of clothes.

1847, 02/23   ALS to President Polk recommending [Charles F.] Vernon for a captaincy.  Original and 2 Photostat copies.

1848, 12/25   ALS to William L. Marcy regarding the removal of James W. Simmons from the position of storekeeper or ordinance officer at Galveston.

1849, 11/04   ALS to Nahum Capen acknowledging receipt of a book.

1850, 08/06   ALS to T. H. Bayley endorsing Colt pistols.  Original, 2 Photostat copies and 2 photocopies.

1852, 02/12   ALS to Joseph L. Noble sending his autograph.

1852, 05/10   ALS from John B. Weller to Messrs. Case, Tiffany and Company commenting favorably on the publication of History of Democracy of the United States. Letter and comments endorsed by Sam Houston.

1856, 02/20   ALS to Mrs. A. S. Storms regarding personal matters.

1857, 03/04   ALS to Major General [Thomas Sidney] Jesup recommending Francis Rannahan for a position.

1858, 01/12   ALS to Howell Cobb, Secretary of the Treasury, presenting and recommending Nicholas Minch for a position.

1859, 01/22   ALS to Adjutant General [Samuel] Cooper introducing and recommending “the son of an influential and gallant man.”

1860, 04/10   ALS to G. Wills Wilson sending his autograph.

n.d.              ALS to President Polk recommending George Van Ness for a captaincy.

n.d.              AD. Envelope addressed to A. M. S. Adams, Sr., franked by Sam Houston.

n.d.              AD. Envelope addressed to Colonel William L. Lowry, Sr., franked by Sam Houston.

n.d.              AD. Envelope fragment addressed to W. E. Baker, franked by Sam Houston.

n.d.              AD. Envelope fragment addressed to Lewis J. Cist, franked by Sam Houston.

Legal

1814, 08/08   ADS. Certification by Sam Houston, Waggon [sic] Master, that Samuel Gamble entered his four horse wagon and team into service of the United States on February 24, 1814, and that he was discharged on the May 17, 1814.

1837, 06/02   ADS. Appointment by Sam Houston of Noah Scott as Captain of Militia.  Photostat.

1837, 12/18   ADS. Appointment by Sam Houston of Jefferson Milam as surveyor of Red River County.  Photostat.

Printed Materials

[1856]          Pamphlet. “Life of General Sam Houston” printed by J. T. Towers, Washington, D. C., 15 pp.

n.d.              Newspaper Clipping. Speech of Sam Houston in the House of Representatives, National Intelligence.

n.d.              Newspaper Clipping. “Whisky & Milk. Sam Houston’s Antidote for Democrats Only.” Unknown Source.  Original and Photostat.

n.d.              Newspaper Clipping. Details the poor state of the family of Sam Houston, from Falls County, Texas.

Autographs

1936, 03/02   ADS. Envelope addressed to Emil Hurja, Democratic National Committee, Washington D.C., mailed from Gonzales, Texas, with Sam Houston autograph pasted thereon.

n.d.              ADS. Autograph, “Sam Houston Comd in Chief.”

n.d.              ADS. Calling Card, signed “Sam Houston / Texas.”

Illustrations

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston in formal dress, smiling, older age. Three copies, glued to paper board, two with signatures.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston in military uniform, middle age. Two copies, one with signature, one with “Genl. Houston,” printed below picture.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston in military uniform, middle age. “General Sam Houston, President of Texas” printed below picture.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston in middle age. “Major General Samuel Houston” printed below picture. Copy, cut from a magazine.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston wearing suit and hat, holding a cane, middle age. Seven copies, six glued to paperboard, all with printed signatures.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston in suit coat with only the top button latched and with his shirt collar raised, middle age. Four copies, all with printed signatures.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston looking to his left, in suit, stern look on his face, oval-shaped portrait. Two copies, one with printed signature, one with fancy border and engraving of the city of Houston below picture.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston full view, seated at a table with his hand resting on a map of Texas, dressed in dark suit and white shirt. Signature printed below picture.

n.d.              Print. Sam Houston bust view, dressed in dark suit and checkered vest. "Sam Houston” printed below picture, cut from a magazine, mounted on paper.

Santa Anna

Correspondence

1838, 12/09   ALS to the Minister of War, recounting his participation in the "Pastry War" with the French.

1844, 11/07   ALS to Manuel Castanares thanking him for felicitations on his marriage to Dona Dolores Tosta.

1846, 12/17   ALS to Zachary Taylor acknowledging receipt of General Taylor’s communication advising of the release of General Diaz de la Vega and other Mexican officers; verifying the exchange of prisoners from the brigantine Truxtun.

1847, 02/22   ALS to Zachary Taylor summoning General Taylor to surrender at discretion.

1847, 02/22   ALS from Zachary Taylor declining to surrender.

1853, 05/31   ALS from Franklin Pierce, congratulating Santa Anna on receiving the call to lead his nation.

Legal

1842, 02/24   PDS/ADS. Commission as ensign of the Fourth Company of the Light Regiment of Cavalry granted to Jose Castro. Signed by Santa Anna, Division General and Provisional President of the Republic of Mexico, and by José Maria Tornel, Second Lieutenant of the Calvary.

Illustrations

n.d.              Print. Santa Anna, equestrian portrait, wearing hat and military uniform. Color, with “Equestrian Portrait of General Santa Anna” printed below picture.

n.d.              Print. Santa Anna, equestrian portrait, wearing hat and military uniform. Black and white, with “Equestrian Portrait of General Santa Anna” printed below picture.

n.d.              Print. Santa Anna, oval portrait, surrounded by symbols of his accomplishments and with the names of the places where he had lead Mexican forces, middle age. Signature printed below picture.

General - English Documents

Correspondence

1829, 05/29   ALS from Andrew J. Donelson recommending Mr. Russell of Tennessee for a post in the naval agency at Valparaiso.

1829, 12/01   ALS from Jesse Benton to Colonel Leslie Combs concerning James Jackson and “secret documents.”

1837, 04/15   ALS from Edmund P. Gaines, Major General, U.S. Army, Western Department, to Joel R. Poinsett, Secretary of War, recommending Woodburne Potter for a lieutenant’s commission in the infantry.

1839, 12/30   ALS from Tilghman A. Howard to J. K. Paulding, U.S. Secretary of the Navy, concerning a midshipman’s commission for Thomas Ross of Indiana.

1841, 04/09   ALS from W. S. Murphy to Colonel C. S. Todd expressing condolences [on the death of William Henry Harrison, who died on April 4, 1841].

1842, 12/15   AL from General [Juan N.] Almonte to Mr. Roosevelt and Lady accepting invitation to dine on the 16^th.

1845, 05/13   ALS from Alcee La Branche to Colonel C. Gardner, Postmaster, asking that his mail be delivered to James W. Breedlove.

1846, 01/24   ALS from Archibald Yell to R. E. Stillwell giving biographical data.

1858, 04/05   ALS from Warner Lewis Underwood to T. H. Herbert regarding entrance to the U.S. House of Representatives.