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Norristown Pa. 4th Mi. 9th/66 Capt. Wm. F. Spurgein, Esteemed Friend, In noticing a circular in the "Phila. Press" I am induced to write to thee, concerning a female servant or contra-band, we would take one of about 14 to 16 yrs. of age, and give fair wages, & keep her until 18 yrs of age or longer, if she proves faithfull. our family is small; we wish a good girl, to do house-work, and be useful in general. Please answer as soon as convenient, does government pay fare &c. if so please write and let me know where we can meet her at Broad & Prime. Thine Truly, S. Y. Rassiter, Norristown Pa.