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New York, Nov 30. 1868

R M Manley Esq
Supt of Education, Virginia 

My dear Sir 
Your favor of the 16th was duly received, and although I was gratified to hear that Miss Lynch was so highly regarded in your department, I regretted to learn the circumstances that seemed to require her still to remain in Richmond. I have delayed answering your letter until I could see the friends who have contributed to Miss Lynch's support; in the mean time I have received a very