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Columbus Ga. Sept. 25th 1865

Bv't Majr Genl Saxton
Augusta Ga.

Genl.
Sir.
I have the honor to report that I have this day received a detail from Maj. Gen. Steedman ordering me on duty in the Freedmens Bureau in this state, also, to report to you by letter for assignment to duty. I now Genl. most respectfully await your orders.

Very Respectfully
Capt Philip Slaughter
151 Reg. Ills. Vol. Inft 


telegraphed Sept 29 to report in person