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Savannah July 25th, 1865

Resolved 1st that we receive with pleasure the communication of the Rev. J.W. Alvord =, the authorized agent of Genl Howard.

Resolved 2d that we will support to the best of our ability our original "self-supporting schools. And also the plan proposed = for the establishment of a normal school.

Resolved 3d that we will be happy to receive such aid as Genl Howard may see fit to extend us until we are able to increase our treasury =

Resolved 4th that we regard the self supporting system as the only true road to honor and distinction and shall be happy to have our schools under the special charge of the Freedmens Bureau 

Freedman Bureau