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farms) successfully & prevent much suffering & crime. A few barrels of pork would be of incaluable benefit to those who are compelled to farm or work for their food only. - The landed proprietors say they cannot board & pay their hands too for this years' work. Hence many Colord men prefere farming on their own account, as they will be better enabled to provid for those that are dependent on them for their support. I have the honor to be

Yours respectfully
S.A. Busbee