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Galatin Tenn July 8th 1867 Hon Jos S Fowler Dear Sir Thanks to your kindness I recd the appointment of Agent at this place from Genl Carlin and my appmt forwarded to Genl Howard for approval. Hipkins was very popular with the colored men and they and he are making strenuous efforts to have him reinstated. I write merely to inform you of my appointment and to say that I am under many obligations to you for your suggestions and assistance I am Sincerly Yours &c Henry C. McQuiddy