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Association and several on the Islands by the Freedman's R. Association. They have done much to enlighten our people, and it is to be hoped that they will continue their efforts in this direction. But however flattering their achievements may appear, it is questionable as to whether union of action would not have produced greater results.

In fact, our operations (through the manager of the "City School) have been greatly interrupted, but thank God, our hopes are still high, and never were the prospects of our schools brighter than they now are.

Our schools started with five hundred scholars and have increased to over seven hundred; with an average attendance of five hundred at least.

I have in this imperfect manner recorded some of the most important matters connected with the history of the Schools. And do most earnestly pray you, if it be practicable, and consistent with your sense of religious