Austin Apl 9 1861

 

J Q Adams Esq                                                                                  

                       

Dear Sir

                                    I rec^d this morning yrs of the 5^th and I find that Gov Clarke has sent word to Capt Pyron and has done the same (through Col H. E. M^cCulloch) to Capt Nelsen desiring them to make room for Lieut Adams & his company. the Gov expresses much interest in this business, but I really believe that he has put the matter beyond his control by having appointed too many men before he saw M^cCulloch. He gave way to a great pressure of importunity by men present in Austin. He can't appoint more enrolling officers; and he hopes sincerely that Col Henry E M^cCulloch will provide for your brother. M^cCulloch went this morning (by his home) to San Antonio, and when he gets there (say in 5 or 6 days or less) I want you to call on him at once and communicate with him & tell him what I have here said is coming from the Gov

                                                                                               

Respectfully &c

S A Maverick

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