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had to correct him in many Errors, which seems to have irritated and for which he takes revenge in slandering me. The business of Collecting claims I have conducted as instructed by the different departments, and I know of no official document returned to this Office incorrect, which emanated from the branches under my charge.

I would not suppose that the clerk will be held responsible for errors committed by me. General I have not the Pleasure of personal acquaintance, and am therefore obliged to refer you as to my Character to my Records on file in the War department

Very Respectfully
Your obedient Servant
A W Bolenins
in Charge Complaint Div.