San Felipe July 31st 1835

Majr Ira R. Lewis,

Dear Majr

I am again in this elisium and very anxious to see you for many reasons. I am here for the purpose of organizing the Court, and of representing the Municipality of Gonzales in the approaching council convoked by the Chief. Old Capt. Martin and myself have come apparently to a good understanding, and he will support the court.

I shall proceed in a short time to Nacogdoches for the same purpose and to quiet the war party. They tell me you have given the war whoop; is it so Come, now be quiet.

I wish to swear in the officers before I leave here. Please send up my trunks, books, etc. by the first opportunity, as I shall need them. Please present my kindest remembrances to Mrs. Lewis, and to my little sweet hearts. Oh! how much older I have grown.

T. Jefferson Chambers [Rubric]

[Addressed:] Majr Ira R. Lewis Matagorda