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NARA 393

New Berne Aug 11 1865

Lt Col D.E. Clapp
Raleigh, N.C.

Col

I have the honor to request your influence in obtaining a position in the "Freedmen's Bureau"
Presuming on a former acquaintance with you in the 2nd Brig 3d Div 18 A.C. under the immaculate "Draper" I ask the favor.

Very Respectfully
Your Obt Servt
J.J. Scruggs
1st Lieut 3rd U.S.C.T.