indication of a concentration of his forces rendered it necessary lo fall back on the Brazos River.-At this poinl we rally the scattering forces of lhe Counry, and those which may be sent lo us, and from it we will drive the Enemy from the soil of Texas.-The brave men under Col. Fannin forced him to pay dearly for their surrender.- One thousand at least of the enemy fell under their fire. One thousand men and this is a small calculation were killed at the fall of the Alamo, and by casualties-the remaining part are greally fatigued and said lo be much dispirited. Our spies report their Horses and Cattle to be almost worn down.-Our friends who may wish to share in the glory of emancipating Texas, chastising the insolent foe and driving him to his home, must join us quickly or the laurels will be won and worn by the little band now at Hd. Quarters. I am pleased to assure you that the alarm has entirely subsided in this section of Country and many returned who are planting their corn.-Others have sent for their negroes for the same purpose.
I have the Honor to be Your obt. Svt. Sam Houston Com. in Chief of the Army
[2585) [HOUSTON to INGRAM]
To Ira Ingram Esq. Sir
You will receive & conduct Mr. J no. J. Linn from this to Harrisburg & then deliver him safely to the supreme authorities of the Republic.
Respecfully Your Obt Servant
Sam Houston Cmr in Chief
[Endorsed:] Order to Ira Ingram 5th April ]836 Camp West of Brazos 4 April 1836 Lieut Benjamin Noble
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