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pledged his efforts and those of the city council for the protection of schools among freedman.
With these unmistakeable signs of an increasing friendly feeling towards our work, it is wise and just not to embarrass or cause with unnecessary prejudice.  Hence it is exceedingly gratifying to know that steps are being taken to release the Medical College at Mobile, and to provide for the School elsewhere.  Such a course at this particular juncture is very judicious.
When, then, we sum up what has been accomplished in twelve turbulent months, may we not safely look for large results in the twelve months to come?  If, through the fostering care of the Bureau, aided by Northern benevolence, our cause of education among the freedmen can be carried vigorously on for one year longer, then we may feel that the burden is over.  Then the cause will live by its own inherent powers, sustained and supported by its friends, and persons who cannot disregard the rightful claims of such a work.
I have the honor to be
Very Respectfully, Your Obed't Servant
C. W. Buckley
Superintendent of Colored Schools.