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Washington D.C,
August 26th 1865

Know all men by these presents that I. John D. Tracy of Howard County State of Maryland, held and firmly bound to the United States of America in the sum of Two (2) Hundred Dollars for the payment of which I bind myself my Heirs Executors and Administrators firmly by these Presents in this Contract. That I am to furnish the Persons whose names are subjoined (free labors). Quarters full substantial and healthy rations. And all necessary Attendance and supplies, in Case of sickness. And the amounts set opposite their respective names per month. During the continuation of this Contract this Contract to be broken only by mutual consent.

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| Register No | Names | Age | Rate per Month | Term of Service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 220 | Ashby Churchfield | 20 | $10.00 | One Year- |

No. of Application 130
Jno. S. Tracey

We the undersigned agree to work for John S. Tracy of Howard Co, State of Maryland, for the Period set opposite our respective names in accordance with the above contract.

Ashby his x mark Churchfield

Witness- J.V.W. Vandenburgh Chgr of Freedmans Intelligence Office