of War consisted of all the commissioned officers of the command and it was by them unanimously determined, that, inasmuch as a proper supply of provisions and means of transportation could not be had; and, as it was impossible, with our present means, to carry the artillery with us, and as by leaving Fort Defiance without a proper garrison, it might fall into the hands of the enemy, with the provisions, etc., now at Matagorda, Dimmitt's Landing and Cox's Point and on the way to meet us; and, as by report of our spies (send out by Col. Bowers) we may expect an attack upon this place, it was deemed expedient to return to this post and complete the fortifications, etc., etc. . .. I sent an express to Gonzales to apprize the committee there of our return. J. \V. Fannin. [To James W. Robinson]
[2183] [MOODY to ROBINSON]
Washington Feb 26th 1836
His excellency James W Robinson and Advisory Committee
Much business is delayed and individuals injured in conse- quence of the absence of the Controller how far that Gentlemans conduct is at variance with the true meaning & spirit of the law is not for me to say. I see no provision made in the organic law other than what is contained in the 11 article. This article only imbraces for Malfeasance or misconduct in office and presented to the Governor and Council. I cannot take it upon myself to present the Controller in that character. he may be Sick or some other cause of a reasonable character may detain him there may be some other cause on the Subject you will therefore let me Know how I am to act I cannot think of carrying the cases to San Felipe for his approval
Your Sincere friend J W Moody Auditor
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