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one half the other half to be their interest It is agreed that any dispute shall be settled by the agent or superintendent to prevent any disturbance on the place among the hands After the crop is gathered the team and tools shall be returned in good order as well as the place generally Any loss time must be reported by said Harry either from idleness or protracted sickness to be held to account on settlement. This contract is to end with the year 1866 or when the crop is gathered. N.N. Northcross Harry Hines Approved at Office this Jan 11, 1866 John D. Ussery Agt. R.F.A.L [[left margin]] D No 574 D N N Northcross to Harry Hines January 20th 1866 Hardeman Co [[/left margin]]