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Bureau R. F. and A. L. Franklin N.C. March 5th 1868. Bvt Lt Col J. F. Chur: A. A. A. G. Raleigh N.C. Sir: I have the honor to report herewith an outrage upon a freedman. John C. Love, freedman, was, on the 20th ultimo, found near this town intoxicated, lying in a corner of the fence by the road, with his head badly cut, by a blow upon the left temple, and his pockets rifled, of seven dollars currency. I have spent several days in investigating the case, but have not been able to collect any evidence implicating any party. I shall continue the investigation, and report any facts that may be elicited. (over)