New York Nov 22d. 1835

(Confidential.)

My Dear Sir.

Your Letter of the 6 of October last was not received until the 15 Instant. I lost not an hour in communicating with the Secretary of State in relation to the Indians.

His answer reached me this morning and I give you the following Extract from it, relative to that interesting subject.

"Aware however that temptations have been, or will be held out to them, by One or both parties to the struggle, Orders have been issued to warn them (the Indians) not to engage in it unless they wish to incur the resentment of the United States."

I am exremely anxious for the success of your cause.

God has given you a fair Land and by ways pure and honorable. Your cause is just and you may use with pride and truth the abused Motto "God and Liberty"

I cannot openly appear, as yet, but I am one of your warmest friends— and I trust not inefficient—

Let me hear often from you.

May the Almighty bless your exertions.

H. Meigs

Col. Stephen F. Austin.