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Head-Quarters Sub-District of Northern Alabama, Bureau of Refugees, Freedman and Abandoned Lands, HUNTSVILLE, ALA., March 10th 1868. Captain Geo Shorkley A.A.A. General Montgomery Ala. Captain: In obedience to your letter of the 17th ult. copy enclosed herewith - I have this day employed John Lee Rogers, clerk to aid me in the discharge of my duties in Limestone County, with an office at Athens in that county; and have the honor to request his appointment as such by the commissioner. The oath of office, as prescribed by law is transmitted herewith. Mr. Rogers is a careful, intelligent and honest man, and I have the utmost confidence that all business entrusted to him will be transacted with fidelity. Very Respectfully, Your obedient servant, D.C Rugg. [[strikethrough]] BT. BRIG. GENL. & [[/strikethrough]] SUR-ASST. COMR.