are really crossing below. I will do all that I can and Col Rusk with Hockley and others have hearts can be relied upon-The men will do their best.
Ever yrs. Houston
[2710] [HOUSTON to ROSS]
Steam Boat Yellow Stone Monday Eve April I I th 1836
To Gen. Sam Houston
Sir I think the Cotton we have on board necessary to protect the Boat & Engine-if we have to pass the Enemy's Cannon-I can transport 500 men with cotton enough to protect the boat from any damage from the Enemies fire-If you wish the cotton landed please instruct me- I can cross all the baggage without moving the cotton I have four cords wood on board & Every thing ready to "go ahead" With respect J no E. Ross Comg YI. Stone Capt Ross All things will do as you say they are until further orders Sam Houston Comr in Chief 11th Apr 1836 10 Ock P l\'1- [Addressed:] To Gen. Sam Houston Cmr. in Chief of the Texian Army [Penciled Notes on jacket:] To Capt Ross Steam Boat Yellow Stone Brazos B ... [illegible] Ken ... [illegible] & Wright N Orleans Mr. Franklin Trunk at Dr. Jones shop The Guard Pass out the Bearers Gainer & Craig Sam Houston Comr in Chief 11th Apl 1836.
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