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Austin April 18the 1866.

Lieut Wheelock Supt of Schools etc
 
Sir

I have the honor to request you for some information I want some books and papers for my school which consists in 25 pupils Not knowing exactly how to address you I take the liberty and write to you, trusting that my petition may find favorable acceptance I remain with profound respect

Your
obedient Servant 
Jeremiah J. Hamilton
Austin City Texas