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Head-Quarters Sub-District of Selma. Selma. Ala, March 19" 1867 Sir, I have the honor to request that another commissioned Officer be assigned to duty with me at this Post. I make this request well assured that I cannot discharge creditably to myself and the service the many duties that will devolve upon me. When Lieut Adams 33rd Infantry shall be relieved from duty at this place; as contemplated in orders. My duties will be those of Sub Asst. Comr Bureau. Recruiting officer for 38th Infantry (Colored) Comdg off. Post Comdg Off, Co &c. I would most respectfully ask for this your early consideration. Very Respectfully Your Most Obt Servant Geo Shorkley 1st Lieut 15th Infantry Sub. Asst. Comr. Lieut. J.F. Conyngham Asst. AAG & Genl Montgomery Ala