but Lhc Steam Boal Laura Sehr. Caledonia can take the Vera• ?ruz~na, & insists on the movement. He gives il as his opinion that 1t w1II be undertaken. The cilizens here sincerely are anxious that Bejar should be taken. In this district of country we arc united, and as one man. Probably I shall have the pleasure of seeing you al the Consultation, to which I am now in nomination. With the dearest interests of our common country al heart, I am your Sincere friend and devoted Scrvt. James Kerr [Addressed:) Stephen F. Austin Esq. San Felipe de Austin Tejas Politeness of Major Perkins
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Fellow Citizens of St. Philipe & the Lavaca
Gonzales Sept. 30th 1835 A detachment of the Mexican forces from Bejar amounting to about 150 men are encamped opposite us we expect an attack momently. Yesterday we were but 18 strong lo day 150 & forces constantly arriving. We wish all the aid & despatch that is possible to give us that we may take up soon our line of march for Bejar and drive from our country all the Mexican forces. Give us all the aid & dispatch that is possible.
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respectfully yours ! Capln. Alherl l\fartin R. M. Coleman Capt. J. H. Moore Capt.
[Addressed:] Fellow Citizens of St. Philipe and the Lavaca
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