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Tuscaloosa Ala April 16th 1866.
Col. C. Cadle
Asst. Adjt. General.

Colonel;
I have the honor to report that I arrived at this place on the evening of the 12th inst.
Capt Cogswell had made preparations to leave the same evening - but ascertained an officer had arrived to relieve him, and waited until the next morning. I had scarcely time to properly receive the Records of his Office- say ing nothing of the verbal instructions, suggestions &c which would be so valuable to one entering upon the duties of my office.
I apprehend my duty will be somewhat difficult without troops - all left town immediately on my arrival - still I do not anticipate trouble, 
I understand rations have been issued at this place at an average of