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you on my behalf as a friend - and forward me the paper to this place care of Blount & Chipley as soon as possible, as the time is short and I must prep matters. I wish also to get hands or Mr JR Jones to send to his place in Louisiana, it may be necessary I have papers of recommendation for him [[strikethrough]] so [[/strikethrough]] unless I could act as his agent and bind myself for his compliance - which I think would answer - you can submit the matter for decision to the commissioner - If it becomes necessary to use my name in any manner I hereby authorize you to do so - as I would hold you harmless should you wish any other Freedmen - I will serve you on same condition as Randal Jones - of this you can advise me - My regards to Gen Patten.  
Your Friend & C
ER Flewellen

PS Please act promptly as it is urgent
Mr Jones has concluded to go with me - hence the necessity of a recommendation for him - ERF