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Dixons Mills Ala. 
May 27th, 1867

Comndr Military
Sub District Ala

Dear Sir
I have been informed through the judge of Probate of this County (Marengo) of an order discharging Richmond Nancy & Allen from their apprenticeship. The children have no Parents and no one capable of raising them. They were taken from me after having their apprenticed. given out by distant relatives to persons who cared not for their future welfare but present services The case was brought before Civil trial and withdrawn by the parties contending and the apprentices returned. I respectfully submit the above and within to your favorable consideration.
Very respectfully yours, &c
C Moore
P.S
Ben Freedmen who is the Step Father has given away his child as also Isaac can they support their children 
C Moore

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