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of the other hands. This I find from testimony of members of the Board of Arbitration, and R.H. Carter and his attorneys, who attended said Board. The firm of Shipp, Bourges & Co. dissolved, J. Wilson taking the books and assuming all liabilities. He is now living in Kentucky, or is on a trading boat. Carter, to lessen his indebtedness leased Woodstock plantation to Wilson for 1868. Wilson sold said lease and all mules, stock, &c. in the place to E. Bourges for consideration of some money down, and a mortgage on the crop for the remainder. This sale and mortgage I find recorded in the County Clerks office. E Bourges states that he is not partner in planting with J. Wilson. I find from the contracts of and in possession of the laborers that Bourges alone was contracted with and they state that they know nothing of Wilson's connection with the plantation.
I am, Sir.
Very Respectfully.
Your Obedient Servant.
Samuel Goozee.
Agent, Bureau R.F. & A.L.