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to set himself right.  One thing I am certain of, and it this — I have the utmost confidence in him, from my own personal observations within the past three months, and I confidently believe he will do what is right. Of course, the people around me are very much disappointed — and that disappointment causes me much annoyance, yet I should deeply regret any action which would cause Nerland unjustly to bear the consequences of Leslie's officousness. Hoping, General, that you will do Nerland justice by hearing him before you decide against him, I ask to remain, General,

Very Respectfully,
Your Obdt. Servt.,
Robert B. Elliott.