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690 559. 0/ March 26th 70 To The Secretary of State Commonwealth of Virginia Richmond, VA Sir, I enclose herewith two sets of receipts for the buildings known as "Howards Grove Hospital", near this City, now used by the State as a Insane Asylum for colored patients. The enclosed order from Bureau Head Quarters, and my communication addressed to the Commissioner, will explain the case. The letter and order I wish returned, with the receipts, as soon as signed. I am, Sir Very Respectfully Your obt. Servant R.M. Manly Sapt. of Ed. (3 Enclosures) W.83. 1st Vol 1870