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C.B. Vol 2 P 143 March 17th 1868 Walton Sarah J (White) States that her Brother in Law Thomas Walton, has taken her son away from his home - without her consent E.B. Vol 3, P 174. Bu R.F. & A.L. Wilmington N.C. April 11th 68 Respectfully referred to Col. R.F. Frank Commanding Post It appears that Thomas Walton. Kidnapped the child of Sarah Walton because as he says She was unable to properly provide for it. and he refuses to return the child to its mother. I would respectfully suggest that this case be sent before the Provost Court for trial. Allan Rutherford Captain 44th Infantry A.S.A. Commission Hd Qr Sub Post of Wilmington April 10th 1868 It will be seen from the enclosed order that this case in in its present aspect is not one that can be brought before Pro. Ct. R.T. Frank Bvt Lt Col Capt 8th Infy