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O.S.E., Tex. (W.72) 1869. Galveston, Texas Oct. 2, 1869, Welch, Jos. Sup. Education. Authorizes E. C. Bartholomew to endorse official checks for distribution in his name until Nov. 1. 1869. [[stamp]] RECD OFFICE DIS. OFF. B.R.F. & A.L. OCT 6 1869 [[/stamp]]