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Bureau R F, and A L
Magnolia Duplin, Co, N. C. May 28th 1866.
Harper Williams Esqr. D Co N C

Sir

Complaint has been made before this Bureau by one Abner Williams freedman (formerly Your slave) relative to the division of a crop raised by him upon your plantation last year which I am ordered to investigate. You will therefore appear at this office at 10, oclock A,M on Wednesday the 30th Inst to answer charges that may be brought against you by said Abner

Your failure to appear at the time and place above named will cause judgment to be given against you by default

[[signature]] H H Lake [[/signature]]
Bvt. Maj U.S.V.
Asst Supt