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away from his by force by Mr Danl. L Russell in whose possession [[strikethrough]] possession [[/strikethrough]] They remained until last month when they were taken by their Mother Mr Russell now threatens to have the father and Mother put in jail for harboring their own children. he claiming them as his apprentices. You will without delay transmit to these Head Quarters a full report of this pair This paper to be returned with Report. I am Lieutenant Very Respectfully Your Obdt. servant Allan Rutherford Lieu't Col VRC (Bt Brig Genl) Supt So Dist NC