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to the same place an to the same locality.

As to the grounds upon which Major Vandenburg approved my request I know not as I exchanged only one word with him about the whole matter. I asked him if it was proper to send an Agent with the party and that I should like to go if it was he said it was proper to send an Agent. and that if I would make an application. he would approve it. I assure you sir that every move in the matter was made in good faith. and the fact that the Transportation was not for all of the party on the evening designated for us all to be at the Depot was and is as much regretted by me as any one. Major hoping this explanation satisfactory. 

very Respectfully.
Your obedient servant 
O S B Wall
Empt Agent 

Transcription Notes:
Edited: corrected some words, changed mayor to Major,