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Office Sub Asst Commissioner Bureau of R.F&AL. State of Texas Wharton Dec 21st 1866 E M Wheelock Esq Superintendent Freedmens Schools Texas Johnston Texas Sir Mr Gooden, colored, desires me to ask you if Teachers will be permitted to open a school without first having been examined by you. He has several applications. I think perhaps it would prove advantagious if you would come out here. There seems to be but little disposition on the part of the people to establish schools. Though I think there are persons here competent to teach who desire to & will if they can see their way clear for collecting their dues. I have sent thanks to the teachers you named. My trip statement is correct however I think. Dear Sir Very respectfully (over)