Should General Gaines not be at the fort, I beg that this letter and the accompanying papers be forwarded lo him without delay.
·Very respectfully, John T. Mason.
General E. P. Gaines.
(2733] [MOREHOUSE to HOUSTON]
Marion April 12th
Genl. Sarni Huston Sir
Two individuals, Doctor Harrison & his servant was through on express from Major Parrott delivered over to me, to he sent to headquarters,-where Messrs Chaffin & Hale has volunteered their services to in charge the expedition. I also ford you the letter which was handed me, to he delivered at the same time. I am now about crossing the river at this place, for the purpose of joining Major Martins comd. at Fort Bend, as ordered.
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I remain your most obt sert
E. Morehouse of the volunteers
[addressed:]
To: Genl. Samuel Huston Com. in Chief on the Brasos Capt Chaffin (2734)
[QUITMAN to OFFICERS]
[ca. April 12, 1836] Half-Mile from Town
To the Officers in command at Nacogdoches: Gentlemen:.
I am here, with sixteen tolerably well-armed men. We are on a tour of observation only, but ready to assist in the retreat of your women and children. It would be, in my opinion, without any good result to stand against vastly superior numbers in defence of the town. If you will join us with all your armed force, we will aid you in covering the retreat of your families to the Sabine. Let us hear of your determination as soon as possible.
Respectfully, John A. Quitman
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