Attracted to the struggle for Texan independence, he led the Texan army at the battle of San Jacinto and became the first president of the Republic of Texas. After the admission of Texas as a state, he became a senator. He was the governor of Texas, but was deposed when he refused to swear allegiance to the Confederate States of America. DS, one page both sides, 8.25 x 3.5, June 27, 1860. Treasury warrant for $80.99 for “protection of the frontier this annual pay for services renedered…[by]…Captain Settleton’s Company.” Signed on the reverse in black ink by Houston and co- signed by Clement R. Johns. In very good condition, with several horizontal and vertical folds, scattered toning and soiling, light overall wrinkling and several ink cancellation marks. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
