New York Nov 15 1835

My Dear Sir

I have just received your Letter of the 6 Oct. The passage relative to the Indians I have already sent to Washington (confidentially) Your name was used last night at our Naval Establishment as the "Pass word" of the night.

I hear that Houston is placed in Military command— You will always be found of the utmost necessity to the cause and you will encourage the zeal, talent and valour which are so vital to your cause—wherever you may find it.

God preserve you. (in great haste) mail closing

H. Meigs.

Col. Stephen F Austin.