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Greenville, Ala July 31

Col. Kinsman
You will gratify me very much by answering, if in your power, my inquiry in regard to hiring my private horse to the government, as it compels me to decide before starting again, how I shall go.  I have been detained at any rate for several days by the lameness of both the horses.  I am however, in constant employment while detained, in connection with the general scope of my duties.  An early answer will oblige.

Very Respectfully
Your obt Servt
Sam S. Gardner
Sub Asst. Com.