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[[stamp]] The National Archives of the United States  [[/stamp]]

Columbiana
Ala.
Oct 2nd, 1868

Lieutenent. Sherwood,

Sir — I have been expecting to heare from you every day for the last few weeks. & have been disapointed Not knowing what disposal the Government will make of the Deed. The building remains as it is, the frame is up, can do no more without the lumber_ I do hope Gogernment will acques in my wishes_ & grant what you specified, I will wait their pleasure & will comply with any arrangement that you may make, that is right. I am very desirous that the building may go up. & the School grow, this School would be suficient for the county Shelly Iron works & Shely Springs & Montevalle, have made to attend this school, very many families are moving here for that purpose, many things I can explain when I see you, 
Respectfully  
E S Thompson