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Office Bureau of R.F. and AL. Camden Ark Jan'y 23rd Wm M Colby. Esq. } Supt of Education B.R.F. & A.L.} Little Rock Ark. } Sir I learn from a number of the Colored people here that Mr Purdy has not come up to their expectations and that Considerable disaffection Exists I told Mr Purdy this morning that his services would not be required longer than this month I have met a Colored [[?]] since my return by the name of Gratton find he has the "big head" and is what I call a disorganizer I want you to come with the teacher you are going to here as your presence is very much needed. I am very respectfully Your Obdt Servt J L Thorp Agent BRF & AL.