I now proceed to demonstrate that the Mexicans are wholly incapable of self-government, and that our liberties, our fortunes and our lives are insecure so long as we are connected with them.

Austin. Wharton moved to Texas and on December 5 1827 married Sarah Ann Groce the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Shortly thereafter he was appointed as one of three commissioners to the United States to secure aid for the Texians.

William Harris Wharton (April 27 1802 – March 14 1839) was an early colonist political leader diplomat Senator and orator in Texas.