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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