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Powhatan Court House Va May 8th 1870. Revd R M. Manley Richmond Va Dear Sir, We are anxious as early now, as practicable to commence our school, Mr Howe's daughter is not expected to come and I hope we can get another in her stead. I have been trying to get off & come to see you , but could not and to explain every thing in regard to our plan and expectations, Our two courts are in session at present and I have only a few moments to devote to writing. Please let me hear from you on the subject of the Teacher. very truly yours &c E. J. Maddox