Houston, Sam (1793-1863) to Thomas W. Ward re: predicting intentions and movements of Santa Anna
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07169 Author/Creator: Houston, Sam (1793-1863) Place Written: Houston Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1841/02/15 Pagination: 2 p. + FF + docket 19.5 x 24.4 cm Order a Copy
"The news direct from Mexico is that Santa Anna will soon have strong force to invade Texas. I think he wil throw one on the Rio Grande, and from that harrass out frontier town, but I do not confide in the fact that he will penetrate the country with an army." with Free Frank.
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