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The old man has applied to me for employment & wishes me to get his children which I do not feel disposed to do untill I informed you of the facts. & the old man will explain in his own [[?]] way his troubles. I have told him that you are the proper party to decide this question, that you will give justice to both parties, without regard to color.  all that will be necessary is an order from you to obtain children & a discharge
The old man seems to be much [[?]] about his daughter living as a "Concubine" with the above named party.
[[?]] refer the matter to you [[?]] Respectfully Your [[?]]
[[?]] F. E. [[?]]
Lowndes County