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opinion that more would be established immediately (this I wish here to remark will meet my speedy attention). It was expected that a new school would be opened at Pass Christian on the 1st July. 

Marriage Relations
No new feature in the marriage relations of the freedmen is reported 

Disposition of Whites towards Blacks
Reports of abuse of freedmen have not increased. Several cases were reported which received such attention and action as the Sub Asst. Comr could give 

Sub District of Vicksburg. 

Number of Freedmen In this district is estimated at between 15,000 and 20,000. 

Their Condition in every respect seems to be improving