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364- Head Quarters Sub Dist. of Selma Selma Ala. July 8th, 1867- Bvt. Col. O.D. Kinsman Sub. Asst Com'r. Montgomery Ala. Colonel I have the honor to call your attention to the action of J.W. Purifoy Esq. Justice of the Peace Wilcox Co. Ala in a case brought before him, as reported by the Solicitor of 11th Judicial Circuit to where the matter was referred for investigation from this office - I enclose his report - His action in this being without the color of law and in violation of orders from Head Qrs Distr of Ala., I most respectfully request that the functions of his office be suspended. Very Respectfully Yr. Obt. Servant Geo. Shorkley, 1" Lieut. 15th Infantry Sub. Asst. Com'r.
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George Shorkley is listed under Bureau personnel for Selma.