New Orleans Jany 13. 22
My Dear Sir,
This will be handed you by Mr Murray who was formerly engaged
in business for my Brother He visits Texas perhaps to remain The
report he makes of the Country will be well received by those who
know him He has at one period of his life enjoyed what the world
would call prosperity Any aid you can render him will in adversity
be acceptable to him and oblige me.
Jos H Hawkins
Mr Murray has promised to bear you a letter This is only
intended as a letter of introduction He is an intemperate man—and
hence will not suit you—unless he changes his habits He is a good
accountant—and if prudent can be useful his rigid integrity gives
him strong claims to confidence—
[Addressed:] Judge Austin Province of Texas Mr Murray