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nine months, not without sucess, in promoting the same. I should regret exceedingly even apparent collisions with B. R & F. If such collision should unfortunately arise it must be upon a specific point and not upon misunderstanding or false reports. I have already forwarded copies of my Orders relating to sick and infirm persons. I now respectfully transmit copies of instructions respecting land titles If these instructions are not faithfully executed by officers of my command a simple report of the fact from any party, black or white will secure prompt investigation and speedy redress. Very Respectfully Your Obdt Servt (Signed) James C Beecher Bvt Brig Genl Comdg Official H W Smith Asst Adjt Genl: