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footsteps of a Mexican soldier is to be found on the plains of Texas. I also transmit to you a communication from Major R. M. Williamson, of the corps of Rangers, which will show for itself. I have only to say, that I have since understood that the individuals therein named, have concluded to accept; of this matter you will be the judges. lt is all important that the corps should be forthwith in service. With sentiments, &c., &c., Your obedient servant, Henry Smith, Governor. December 1st, 1835. (1364] [WILLIAMSON to HOUSTON]
San Felipe December 1st 1835
Maj. Genl. Sam.Houston Sir
Your official order of today per. Col. Houston I have this moment received and shall immediately repair to the point designated for the purposes indicated. Tendering to you my assurances that no exertions on my part shall be wanting to achieve the object of your communication with sentiments of the highest consideration I remain your oht servant
R. M. Williamson Major Commanding the Ranging Corps of Texas
(1365)
[AUSTIN to PROVISIONAL GOVERNMENT]
San Felipe de Austin, Dec. 2, 1835. I have the honor to lay before the provisional Govt. an important official correspondence dated 31 October from the minister of War in the City of Mexico, directed to Genl. Cos. which was intercepted near Bexar. These documents inform Genl. Cos of the measures which the govt. of ~'lcxico have adopted against Texas-
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