New York May 30 1834.

Dear Sir

The moment I learned that your safety was threatened by the Government of Mexico, I endeavored to procure the interference of our Government in your behalf. You will see by the inclosed note from the Secretary of State and the brief indorsement by my brother Forsyth that such interference was made.

I wrote to you several months ago—I wish that you would answer that Letter—and favorably too. Long life and prosperity to you.

H Meigs

Col. Stephen Austin

[Addressed:] Colonel Stephen Austin San Felipe de Austin Texas

[Inclosure]

Department of State

Washington, 26th May, 1834.

The Honorable John Forsythe, Senator of the United States.

Sir:

I have the honor to inform you that in compliance with the request in your letter to me of the 19th instant, an instruction of the character suggested by you has been addressed to our diplomatic representative at Mexico. I am, respectfully,

Your obedient servant,

Louis McLane

The answer to my letter asking interference for your friend Austin

Forsyth.

[Indorsed:] H. Meigs 1834