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-city whatever so far as related to such matters. Mr. Cyrus Hess and Curtis Oliphant consented to have their names used. I mention this as it is probable I shall be out of office before the matter is settled and it is important I think. The names of the 3 freedmen in the deed to the land - which is enclosed -  are as good as any in the town.

The claim of G. M. Grant is for lumber - Bucklys for work - Brittal's[?] for nails and Courtades for money advanced by him for hauling. All the claims have been figured at exactly what they are excepting Courtades. This is increased as I have explained to cover the $25.00 I allowed for repairs and the costs which came out of the $300.50 when the suit was decided and the sale made.

It is going to make to the Bureau quite an expensive house but the claims are all just and the parties ought to have their pay. The actual facts are the Mr. Butler then acting as agent of the Bureau contracted these debts giving