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would be hard for a stranger to find in this country.

In making the above solicitation I defy public opinion in this locality, as I scorn the vile epithets of those who speak ill of a lady because she proposes to teach colored children how to become good and useful members of society.

Very Respectfully
Your obt. svt.
[[signature]] Mary. E. Ferguson [[/signature]]
Robeytown P. O.
Pr. Geo. Co
Md