This transcription has been completed. Contact us with corrections.
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,