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[Transcript of court proceedings in the case of Keep vs. Groce]

Description: Copy of transcript for court proceedings in the case of Keep vs. Groce. A petition was filed on behalf of keep against Groce for breach of contract, Groce denied Keep's allegations and a trial followed. The proceedings include witness depositions. Witnesses include: R.M. O'Neal, Ay Buckner, William Morton, Kinchen Holliman, John Little, William Scott, Simon Miller, John Andrews, A.H. Philips, J.R. Clarke, Stephen Richardson, Warren Buford, James Cummings.
Date: unknown
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Edward L. Pettit to Stephen F. Austin, January 6, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Edward L. Pettit to Stephen F. Austin in which Pettit informs Austin of his impending arrival in New Orleans with several other passengers bound for the colony. Pettit also appeals to Austin to reserve the five leagues of land if the government approves his land grant application.
Date: January 6, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Colonization Contract between Stephen F. Austin and James N. Smith, February 26, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a colonization contract between Stephen F. Austin and James N. Smith stipulating fees and terms. Families represented by Smith include: William Haskins, Pulaski Dudley and Mary Smith. Also included are rough descriptions of where each families' league is located.
Date: February 26, 1830
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[Transcript of Letter from R. C. Trimble to Stephen F. Austin, March 1, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from R.C. Trimble to Stephen F. Austin, in which Trimble informs Austin of his intention to move to Texas and requests details regarding how to apply for a land grant. Trimble also designates Rueben Doty as his representative and gives Doty powers to select a suitable tract of land on Trimble's behalf.
Date: March 1, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from John C. Walker to Stephen F. Austin, April 17, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from John C. Walker to Stephen F. Austin, in which Walker requests Austin's opinion on the probability of making a living as a clerk in Texas. Walker also inquires about the whereabouts and well being of James E. B. Austin, with whom he has been friends for many years. Walker has heard conflicting rumors about James E. B. Austin's death.
Date: April 17, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Hugh McGuffin to Stephen F. Austin, April 25, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Hugh McGuffin to Stephen F. Austin, in which McGuffin expresses his gratitude to Austin for granting his son a quarter of a league of land in the colony. McGuffin also appeals to Austin to protect his son's claim while he is visiting his father's home - flooding has delayed his return to Texas. Finally, McGuffin informs Austin of his plans to send his second eldest son to the colony as well, and asks Austin to look over both of them.
Date: April 25, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from J. Cable to Col. Stephen F. Austin, April 25, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from J. Cable to Col. Stephen F. Austin, in which Cable informs Austin of his personal and financial misfortunes in Louisiana. Cable also informs Austin that Major C. H. Sims, Cable's colleague, has plans to visit the colony in order to settle there and to confirm a land title on Cable's behalf. Finally, cable asks for Austin's assurance that the land he previously procured is still available.
Date: April 25, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Nathaniel Cox to Stephen F. Austin, May 11, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Nathaniel Cox to Stephen F. Austin, in which Cox writes that he is sending several items in care of Austin to ensure that they are delivered to the intended recipient. Cox also expresses his concern over lack of information regarding the heirs of J. H. Hawkins.
Date: unknown
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from R. W. Wells to J. F. and S. Perry, July 21, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from R. W. Wells to James F. Perry and S. Perry, in which Wells explains that he has been tasked with collecting a debt but that he is experiencing difficulty in locating the necesssary persons. Wells acknowledges Perry's desire to avoid frivolous lawsuits, but informs Perry that Campbell is completely insolvent and requests direction regarding whether or not to sue Campbell once he is found.
Date: July 21, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from N. Hutchison to James Perry, August 7, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from N. Hutchison to James F. Perry, in which Hutchison expresses his concern over recent changes to the colonization laws regarding United States citizens. Having previously made arrangements for land in the Mexican provinces, Hutchison requests further information from Perry regarding the political stability of the region.
Date: August 7, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Francis Moore to Stephen F. Austin, September 27, 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Francis Moore to Stephen F. Austin, in which Moore explains that he has not been in San Felipe to obtain the title for his land because he is awaiting word that the survey has been completed - at which time he plans to travel to San Felipe to obtain the land title.
Date: September 27, 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

[Transcript of Letter from Mozea Rousseau to Stephen F. Austin, September 1830]

Description: Copy of transcript for a letter from Mozea Rousseau to Stephen F. Austin, in which Rousseau expresses his disappointment and frustration with Austin and complains of unfair treatment regarding the location of his land. Rousseau appeals to Austin for assurances that there will be no future interference with attempts to procure a piece of land in a decent location.
Date: September 1830
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Partner: The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History
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