Records relating to colonization 1826-73 [microform] / in the Texas State Archives. 1826-1873.

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Records relating to colonization 1826-73 [microform] / in the Texas State Archives. 1826-1873.

Contains the records relating to the colonization of Texas after independence, including contracts, lists of colonists by the various empresarios, etc. In addition, documents received by the Secretary of State after annexation relating to colonies are included.

2 reels ; 35 mm.

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