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been under the impression that you had done all in your power with the means you had at command and with such officers as you were forced to use.

Does the sympathy of our officers on duty in Mississippi lean strongly towards those who have been and are still the enemies of the country? And is it true that the colored people are not thoroughly advised of their rights and their privileges in the state of Mississippi

I ask you these questions that you may reply as you shall have opportunity and according to your judgment

Very Truly Yours
O.O. Howard
Major General Commanding

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