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176 1867 Marion, Ask. Aug. 18th, 1867. Walker Sr. James R. Agent, B.R.F. & A.L. August 1867 States that freedmen have subscribed about $200 for the purpose of building a combined church and school house, which sum being insufficient they ask assistance from the Burea. A teacher, whom they agree to pay, is also requested. States that Mr. Meriwether of Proctor Township will plan a building at disposal of Bureau for school. Also Mr. M.D. Johnson of Jasper Township will donate land for same purpose. Josia F. Earle (County Clerk) will donate the land whereon said building for church & school may be erected. Rece'd O.S.W. Aug. 5, 1867.