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1869 Magnolia Springs Prince George Co December 22d 1869 D. G. Swaim Bvt. Maj. U.S.A. A.D.C. & Act. Supt. of Education Sir, I hereby most respectfully make application for the appointment of Teacher of the colored School at Robeytown. I am acquainted with a number of colored people in our neighborhood and have reason to believe that I command the respect, and confidence of all. And I possess advantages not enjoyed by some others in having protection and a home in my Parents house, which blessings