April 9, 1863, Semi-Weekly News (San Antonio, Texas)
Five cents per pound will be paid for cotton or linen rags, delivered to the undersigned in Austin, or to Dr. Theo. Koester, in New Braunfels.
These rags are wanted to make paper with, and as this is a new enterprise in Texas, it is hoped every family will provide themselves with a rag bag. Agents to collect rags will be appointed in each county, of which due notice will be given.
D. Richardson, Austin.