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Hd Qrs US Govt Farms St Marys Co Md Aug 14th 1866 Bvt Maj J.M. Brown Chf Q.M. Major: I have the honor to forward herewith B/L of 166 bags (332 bu). wheat shipped to you this day per Steamer Planter to the care of Thos J Hall & Co 45 South St Balt Md as you requested. The wheat shipped is a superior kind & ought to bring a good price. It will overrun the amount stated above I think. Very Respectfully Your Obt Servt E. B. Gates Capt and Supt. I will ship in a few days about 72 bushels more, of which I will advise you