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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