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South Scituate Mass. Aug. 19" 1868. Hon. Henry Wilson. Sir. I wish to obtain a situation as teacher in Washington or the Dist, and venture to apply to you for aid. Can I obtain an appointment as teacher of Freedmen there? I have taught two years here and two in Raleigh N.C. I can refer you to Gen Whittlesey, and Rev. F. A. Fiske. Am well educated and [[underlined]] smart. [[/underlined]] Yours Respectfully [[signature]] Ella G. Bates [[/signature]]