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on the place are in a very destitute condition. Mr. Gilleumme has failed to supply them with rations and they have in consequence failed in their labor. If this property is witheld until sold, I have every reason to suspect it will be attached. I suggest this as enquiries have been made here and to prevent the freedpeople from finally losing what is justly due there for work performed in raising the last years crop. I am Respectfully Your Obdt Servant Signed E. W. Everson Bt. Maj. A.D.C. & A.A.A. Comr. True Copy H W Smith Bt. Lieut Col & A.A. Genl.