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Washington Ark.
July 1st, 1868

Mr. Wm. M. Colby
Dear Friend 
I arrived here last evening tired & dusty. Miss Getman has not yet come though she was expected yesterday. I sent to this place for a carriage, my arrangements were made for having Mr Sims, before your letter reached me. We expect to visit hot springs on our way to Little Rock. I could tell better when you look for us. if Miss G. was only here now.
Last Friday (the last day of school) quite a researchers of the freedmen were present to see how much of their children have improved.
My schoolers have done well, considering


 

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