exchange of the ratifications between the United States and the Mexican republic, so soon as the undersigned may be able to visit him in hi:s Department. In order to carry out the said exchange, which mu:st be matter of interest to both parties to have done as soon as possible, the undersigned will proceed to that city so soon as an opportu- nity offers; but at present, considering the extreme severity of the weather, and the consequent state of the roads, he would suppose that it would be certainly madne:s:s to undertake this journey. In the mean time, he will with the greatest pleasure give his attention to whatever Mr. Forsyth may have to inform him, touch- ing the detention of the captain of the Hannah Elizabeth. The undersigned avails himself, &c. J. l\'I. De Castillo Y Lanzas. To the Hon. John Forsyth, &c. [2001) [FANNIN RECEIPT]
Capano-Texas-3rd Feby, 1836
Bolles.
At sight please pay to Capt John Appleton of Sch Flora, Four Hundred & Seventy Dollars, for value recd. of him for freight [illegible] of troops from Quintana to Copano. and charge the same as per adviced.
And oblige yr obt servt J. W. Fannin Jr. Col. Comdt. & Agt. Provl. Govt.
The Treasurer of the Provl. Govt of Texas. San Felipe or any Pay Master or Public Officer.
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