the p11bli1·. l know you arc brave & honorahk! And olhers with you so it was 110 charge of cowardice against anyone. 1 send my boy lo you with this lcllcr &. my official papers-They are cumbersome, and I never keep any pack horse-I want you to lake care of these papers-and as for Willis, I wish you to keep him strictly, and make him wail upon you. He does me no earthly good, and only keeps me mixed-almost lo clcalh. Another thing, he speaks Mexican, a11cl I wish him taken care of, and good care. You will have lo flog him well. You must not think of leaving Harrisburg, for if we had no army here the enemy could not pass Brasos. Its bottom will soon be over flown, and compel me to move beyond or cross lhe River. It will have lo fall down, and unite with the whole force of Texas. My opinion is that the enemy intends to visit Matagorda, and the Velasco. They are now in trouble but from what cause I don't exactly know! If the water does not rise I have no disposition to leave this point unless is should be necessary to intercept the enemy or form a junction with other forces. I hope Cod will prosper you, and all the friends of Texas. I want an express to be sent me every day, and let me know just how matters stand. Let Troops of supplies from the U.S. by sea, land at Galveston Bay. It is !he best, and march by land! Keep Willis secure. He does not know that he's to stay with you, so you can let him know it. He is very sensible. and shrewd and can wait on you well if you choose to make him. My papers arc important and must be preserved with care. They are private and public both. Salute all my friends, and may the God of battles preserve
you.
Yours Ever Truly Sam Houston
Honorable S. P. Carson
Col Rusk will !ell you !he news
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