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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: