St Louis 11th April 1822

Friend Austin

This will be handed you by Mr Robert Brotherton a young Gentleman who I have been acquainted with for many years he visits your settlement with a view to Locate himself and his mother and family you will find Mr [Robert] Brotherton a young Gentleman of honor and integrity and an industrious farmer, I hope he may meet your approbation and friendship

I have the Honour to be your friend and Sevt

A McNair

Stephen Austin Esquir