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War Dept.
Bu. R.F. & A L
Washington
May 25, 1866.

Respectfully referred to B't. Maj. Genl. Wager Swayne, who will please ascertain whether the statement within made is correct, and if so, take all necessary and proper measures for the purpose of putting an end to the practices referred to

By Command of 
Maj Gen. O O Howard
Commissioner
A P. Ketchum
A A A Genl