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1866
Mobile Ala. March 28"

Col. Cadle
Dear Sir, In the matter of the case of Joseph Jenkins King ec al charged with the murder of a certain negro in Sumpter County, I wish to inquire if whether they may not be tried by the military commissioner who in session in this city. If this can be done properly I suggest that an order be made to that office immediately. I am fearful that after the muster out of the 86" the 94" & 58" Ill. Regs there will not be a sufficient number of officers in the Department for the organization of a Special Commission to try the case referred to.
Yours Obt;
Geo. L. Harrington
Atty for Defendants   

Transcription Notes:
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