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Having interested myself somewhat in their efforts to improve themselves I ask you to [[strikethrough]] know [[/strikethrough]] learn definitely what can be relied upon. The lot can be procured by Jan next & perhaps sooner. They have gone to work. They are feeble, but they are willing to work & do all they can. Please inform me what you can do, if anything, and upon what condition.

The people fear lest Mr Jno H Butler is no agent of yours. They have been imposed upon once or twice — Write me. —

Respectfully
Yours
[[signature]] S. D. Conover [[/signature]]
Westover Md