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Culture and Religion of Early Texas Described
Austin reports on Arthur Ikin and his 1841 Guide to Emigrants describing Texas culture, religion, and education. It notes diverse Christian sects, tolerance, republican law, and public support for literacy, with letters from Rome and Texas officials praising religious liberty and property rights for the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Arthur Ikin
Republic
Tkin
London
University of Texas Library
Court of
Rome
Texian Republic
Sacred Congregation For the Propagation of the Faith
John Timon
Congregation of the Propaganda of the Faith
David G. Burnet
States
Union