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When a pipe was presented to Dr. Town U.S.A.
A. I was and made the presentation address. 
Q. Was any liquor drank on that occasion?
A. 5 None drank by any one that I saw. I was in the room all the time.
Q. Did Dr. Bell request you to use your influence to procure the discharge of one James Bruce from Bureau R.F. & A. Lands?
A. 10 Not that I am aware of.
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Testimony of Dr. John A. Octerlony under oath
Q. What is your name age and occupation?
A. John A Octerlony, M.D. 29. A.A. Surgeon Bureau R.F. & A. Lands
Q: 15 On what duty are you at the present time?
A: in charge of Refugees and Freedmen's dispensary on 3rd Street
Q: How long have you known Dr. R.A. Bell?
A: 20 I have known him personally since 1863, by reputation since 1862.
Q: Is your knowledge of him such as to enable you to testify as to his Character?
A: Yes Sir. Have known him intimately.
Q: 25 What is his character for sobriety, integrity,