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448 May 2nd Mrs Cochrane Mrs [[?]] James (colored woman) states that you are in arrears to her at the sum of $15 for board. She says the agreement was $20 per month She states that she has only received $5 on account. Therefore $15 are still due. You are required to appear this month to the Board. Very Respectfully E M Wheelock Lieut & Secty Official V E Garland May 2nd Mr. Lewis You are respectfully informed that your [[illegible]]. Very Respectfully E.M. Wheelock Lt. & Sect. Official V E Garland.
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Could the lady's name be Mrs. Frank James, or Mrs. Sarah James? Any suggestions? There was a Mrs. Sarah James in New Orleans who was black, in 1860.
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