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Washington D.C. May 31 1869 Rev John Kimball Supt. of Schools. Dear Sir, I learn that you have a great many Schools in your charge and desire to employ teachers for the Summer. So as I desire to teach School during the time of vacation, I make an application to you for employment as a teacher under your patronage. For information of my ability to teach you can apply to my teacher Rev. S. B. Gregory. I shall be ready at any time Please appoint as soon as you can. Respectfully your humble servant. [[signature]] William Bassett [[/signature]]