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ascertain what aid you can afford in transporting the destitute to sections where provisions are plenty and labor in demand.
I have most respectfully to ask you to communicate with Gen Swayne and if any [[strikethrough]] special [[/strikethrough]] assistance can be obtained from federal or state Government that you will advise me as early as your other arduous duties will permit. 
With the assurance of my continued esteem and earnest wishes for your good health I am, Governor
Your friend and obedient servant
J. K. McSpadden
Chairman Central Committee