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Dr J. W. N. Mears of Hambarg Ala who I presume is Known to you upon this subject & stated also if others were required I could procure certificates of a sufficient number. As my means for support are rapidly diminishing, and as this method is my dependence in the future I would be glad to hear very soon of your favorable considerations upon this matter. Very truly & Respectfully M. F. Norris. P.S. My address is at Marion Ala Hd. Qrs. Sub. Dist. Selma Selma Ala June 10 1867 Respectfully forwarded Geo Shorkley 1st St. 15" Inf Sub Asst. Comr. Enclosure Perry County Alabama June 10th, 1867. Norris, M.F. Writes in reference to the establishment of a free school at Farres Church Alabama. &c.