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proclamation, and order, that the chief justices of the county courts of the different counties of this republic, forthwith proceed to appoint Assessors of taxable property, as contemplated in the aforementioned law. Done at Houston the day and date above written, under my hand and seal of the republic. Sam Houston. 1 Proclamations of the Presidents, Republic of Texas; also Docu,ments under the Great Seal, Record Book No. 87, p. 27, Texas State Library. Telegraph, and Texas Register, August 5, 1837.
To ANNA RAGUET 1
City of Houston, 2nd Aug., 1837. My excellent friend: A gentleman [is] just starting for the East by whom I can write a line. Doct. Irion has been sick, but is now well. This place is not sickly. Business had so accumu- lated that I am yet greatly pressed with it. We may yet save the country, but it will be a chance. Disorganization in the army heretofore has done all the evil. God avert the worst ! I am doing and my friends [are doing] all that can be done. Those associated with me are true. Owing to Mr. Richardson's having a felon on his thumb, my duties are greater than otherwise they would be. He has suffered greatly. Is now better- will soon be well. The moment that I have a moment to devote to myself I will write you at "Vast" length. I will tell you a history of my trip- unfortunate ! Whalebone was worsted, but will be able to make a fine show by fall, as my care of him is great and he mends daily. You said that you would agree not to ride the "Barberry courser." This was one Mr. Durst gave me. I suppose you remembered "Taming of the Shrew," or Catherine and Petrucio !" Make my kind salutations to your excellent Parents- kiss the children for me, and, as Charley says, take care of "Fidelity." Doct. Irion sends his love to all. Sam Houston Miss Anna Raguet. [P. S.] Confidential! You may look out for a call session by the 20th or 25th of September. I hope you do not intend to visit the states this fall. Houston. 1Dallas Morning News, March 21, 1915.
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