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J. 12. & W. 65. 1868. N. C.

War Dept. B. R. F & A. L
Office Chf. Qr Master.
Washington Apr 20.-1868:

Respectfully returned, with the information that the Commissioner does not deem it expedient to authorize the purchase of the flags within specified, nor, as a general rule, does he deem it advisable to mount Agents of the Bureau. But in special cases, recommended by the Asst Commissioner, and upon a full statement of the facts rendering the same necessary, he will authorize the purchase of such horses as may be absolutely required for the public service.

By Command of.
Maj Gen'l O. O. Howard.
Commissioner
(Signed) Henry M. Whittelsey
C. Q. M. Bu R F & A. L.

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