Mar 6 1836 to Apr 20 1836 - PTR, Vol. 5

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we derive our origin and our principles; and from whom we must have a sympathy of itself sufficient to redeem our wives and children from savage barbarities. The afir,eal made to the commandant of Fort Jesup has not been answered; and it is the only source of relief from all the calamites which are at our doors. We request you to proceed to that place, make a representation of our case, and ask, in the name of helpless women and children relief from death and torture. ' D. A. S. Hoffman, C.H. Sims, Henry Raguet, J. Roberts, Frost Thorn, Committee of Vigilance and Safety. (2707] [GREEN to GAINES] [Thomas J. Green, New Orleans, to Gen. E. P. Gaines, April 11, 1836, concerning Indian hostility in Texas and the nature of the true Texas-U.S. border.]

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(2708) [HOUSTON to BURNET]

Head Quarters Camp West of Brazos 11th April 1836

To His Excy. D. G. Burnet President

Sir I have the honor of presenting to your notice l\'lr. Jas. Powell, who is just from the interior, and who brings important information. Mr. P. is anxious to render to the Country his services, where he can be most useful and I have the pleasure of refering him to your special consideration. Mr. P. is a Gentleman of great activity and perfect knowledge of the Mexican character. I refer you to him for all information, as well as to your civilities.

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