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Upp Marlbro
Jan 11th 1869.

To Maj. Gen O.O. Howard

Sir.

I have been informed by several persons that there are numerous Teachers employed under the Bureau, that receive considerable more compensation that I do.  I have had as many as 90 odd scholars.

And I am confident that I ahve labored as much as any of them for the good of the School.  I cannot see for what reason the former Teacher of my school should receive as large a sum [[strikethrough]] of [[/strikethrough]] as $50. a month with board found, and I should receive not more than the small sum of $20. a month with board.  You know that sum is not sufficient to support a man.  I am confident that I have exerted every influence for the good of the School.

I keep in School from 9 O'Clock to 4 or 5 in the Even. never particular to the moment.

They are all satisfied with the proggress I have made with the children.  I do not see any such a difference should be made with us in regards to our Salary.  I understand a colored lady has got as high $26. a month with board her name is Miss Delia [[?Davage]].  She is teaching in your employ.

Why should a female get so much in advance of me?  I understand the aforesaid lady has never had more than 40 scholars

Now Sir I will be much indebted to you if you will intercede in my behalf to have my Salary increase.  I have taught awhile for it, I think it ought to be increased.  If there is any possible chance I hope you will be so kind as to have my Salary increased.  Please to answer me as soon as possible.