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to reestablish Hospitals and House of Refuge at Memphis. Although Mr Overton's pardon bears date Augt. 14th he actually received it on the 8th of December. In view of the complications, and the nature of the case I would recommend that when restoration of the property is made, the rents prior to Dec 8th be retained by the Bureau. I am Genl Very Respectfully Your Obt Servant Clinton B. Fisk Brevet Maj Genl Asst Comr Maj Genl Howard Commissioner &c Washington D.C.