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not themselves express. It has made clear to their mind the proper course, and the one that will ultimately result for their good, and accrue to their benefit. The directions &c, contained in the Circular, meets the demand "what will we do" exactly, and if the people live up to and act in accordance therewith; both white and black will certainly be benefitted;- and they see this. If convenient I would like to have more copies of Circular No. 1.

Parties come here from Tallapoosa, Barbour Pike and Dale counties, to have their troubles and difficulties adjusted. I have a great number of contracts to approve and record; but my time is chiefly taken up with the adjudication of cases, assisted by civil authority in a peculiar manner. This place is almost free of vagrant negroes, and there are many without employment. I think everything is working to meet your correction. The authorities in their administration of Justice do indeed require watching. Lt. Smith has not yet reported. He sent me, verbally,