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educational purposes without regard to color.

2nd. The contract should be approved by the proper Officers of the college - the President and Secretary.

3rd. The contract should be stamped—its being made by the College and not by an U.S. Officer.

4th. After approval by the commissioner, one copy will be retained on file in the office of the Comm'r. the other retained by the Superintendent of Education for the State of Tennessee. Then vouchers for materials may be forwarded for payment. These vouchers should be supported by sub vouchers or receipts of the Contractors.

The delay has been caused by the absence of Genl Whittlesey from Washington. It is hoped the work will go forward at once.

Very respectfully
C. E. Compton
Bvt Lt Col U.S. Army, Supt of Ed.