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Victoria, Texas, Dec. 31st 1869.
Rev. Joseph Welch.

Dear Sir
I have the honor to ask of you information, in regard to School matters.

Now being that Mrs. R. [[Trussell? Frussell?]] has possession of the School House built by the Government, and I am compelled to Rent my own house for School purposes; whether or not I am compelled to report to you as I have done heretofore, and I beg of you information as soon as possible, being as my next session will open Jan. 10th 1870. I have also engaged an assistant Teacher, a freedman; to assist me in the next session. I have rented the Male Academy, being the largest house in Victoria.

I also expect to teach Freedman school in Victoria, as long as the Lord spares me for ten or more years. I will have 150 Scholars next session. no more at present, I will close in Love, Purity & Fidelity.

Your Obedient Servant.
L.M. Brown.