Lexington Kentucky Jany 1st 1837

My dear Sir

The Papers will have informed you we could not make our way against the Ice in the Ohio—and of the indisposition of Genl Santa Anna— The transition from a warm Cabin to the open Air—had an immediate effect upon his lungs—and on reaching here he found medical aid indispensable— Dr. Dudly thinks him better to day—and I trust we will proceed in a few days— I hope you all estimate Genl Bravos Proclamation as I do—a "Bravado"—or if not exactly that—as a prevention to our attacking him this Winter;—a Winter Campaign for them is out of the question—and before Spring all will be arranged— tell the President—or write him— that the Mexicans will not this Winter at least give another Genl Huston an opportunity of conquering them— I have just seen Mrs Holly—and Capt Austins charming daughters and very much pleased with Aunt and Nieces—

Barnard E. Bee

[Addressed:] Hon. S. F. Austin Velasco Texas

Care of Mr Toby and Brother New Orleans