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Charlottesville Va
Jan 17th 1870
Mr Manly
Respected sir:
you will doubtless remember that when you were here at the dedication you offered me a situation as teacher in some country town. At that time I distrusted my own ability to teach but my teacher encouraged me in making an effort and if you will be so kind as to secure a situation for me I shall feel greatly indebted to you.
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