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June 9 '66

Rev. B. Abbott

Genl. Sec A.F. & U.C.

Dear Sir
The white schools at Hollywood have been run by the Boston Soc. This society ordered them closed; which was very displeasing to the military authorities and union citizens. Application was made to the American Missionary Association to continue them, which it consented to do. These facts were communicated to me under the seal of secresy the morning after Messrs Chase and [[?]] left here. I ardently desired to communicate the facts at once, but was not permitted. I have now obtained permission. I forbear comments. I may be in New York the middle of next week. This however is uncertain.
Yours Truly,
R.M Manly
Sup. Schools

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