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Instructions on this particular point I apply to you for advice. there are [[underline]] numerous [[/underline]] complaints from freedmen that after they have worked to help raise the Crops they are sent from their homes without anything to maintain themselves on, where these freedmen have worked to raise and put away Crops. without any contract. is there no way by which these former Masters can be compled to share the Crops with them or give them something to maintain themselves on until they can find work by which they can support themselves. hopeing to hear from you soon.

I Am Sir Very Respectfully
Your Obdt Servt
Asa Teal
Capt and Asst Supt Freedmen
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