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the midst of Clebourn County. My official duties requiring my attention at this time I was compelled to abandon my pursuit, which invariably proves a failure in those localities. I have returned to these Hdgrs and will this P.M take a mule from my team and attempt for the 3d time to complete the above mentioned journey. As a last resort to comply with my duty I exposed my horse to the numerous and renowned outlaws of those regions. If there is a way by which my misfortune can be replaced to me I feel confident that you will advise me how to proceed I am, Colonel, Very respectfully your obd't serv't J F McGogy Sub Asst. Commss'r.
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