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Halifax C. H. Va
July 4th 

Rev R. M. Manly
Supt Ed.

My dear sir
It seems as though I have always some favor to ask of you. I trust you'll not think I am troublesome. I should hope some day to have the pleasure of doing something for you. As I will pass through Richmond (D.V) on Monday next on my way to Washington for the purpose if seeking employment of some kind (government) I shall be thankful to you for a letter of recommendation to one of your most influencial friends in that city, — either