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causes me no trouble.

But it seems that just when I have flattered myself that, the worst of my work was done, my position as Chaplain & Supt is ended. 
I am not one of those Gen, who one always surprises thus, I want to get out; &c, but on the contrary, I have desired to remain until the poor negro acquired at least his civil rights, and be allowed to live in peace.

But for me to take the place of a civilian, where I could not without loss of time reach wrong doers, does not suit me, I thank you for the compliment you paid me in offering to retain me where I am, but you will excuse me, & allow me