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State of Alabama, BUREAU OF REFUGEES, FREEDMEN AND ABANDONED LANDS, Montgomery, Ala, May 7 1868. Major General O. O. Howard Commissioner &c Washington D.C. General: I have the honor to apply for the appointment of Mr. P. E. O'Connor, (late 1st Lieut V.R.C. & Bvt Capt USA) as Agent in the Bureau at a salary of One Hundred ($100.) per month, to date May 15th, 1868. Mr. O'Connor has been identified with the Bureau, since its organization in this State - is well acquainted with its operations, and will make a much desirable Agent. Very Respectfully Your Ob't Servant O. L. Shepherd Col. 15th Infy. Bvt Brig Gen USA Asst Comm'r