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Moses Austin Autograph Note Signed

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Moses Austin Autograph Note Signed
<B>Moses Austin Autograph Note Signed</B></I>. 7.5" x 3.5", July 13 (no year). Born in Durham, Connecticut, Moses Austin (1761-1821), the father of Stephen F. Austin, was the first person granted permission for Anglo-Americans to settle in Spanish Texas. A leading developer of the American lead industry, he eventually faced financial ruin, and the business was left to be salvaged by his son. In this note, Austin writes in full <I>"Mr. Marlon Rugles / Please send me by the boy as much meal as he can bring on his horse- / Yours M Austin / July 13."</B></I> The note, which has been matted and framed to an overall size of 10" x 14", is in very good condition with folds and acidification.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Framed - with Glass, Small (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)