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Yates City Ill.
Sept. 16, 1870

Capt. Stephenson,
Dear Sir:-
I notice that you are Sup't of Schools in Texas. (colored schools) I also notice a demand for good teachers. Will you be kind enough to let me know how it is if it will pay a person to go from here to your state for the express purpose of teaching. I have taught near four years, Am a graduate of a College. I am at present Prin of Pub. Schools at this place,