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In conclusion, I will say that from present prospects the freedmen in this vicinity bid fair to become good citizens and will if proper measures are taken by the former master to give them employment and just compensation for next year, all will be employed and very little embarrasment given to any one.

I am Genl.
Very Respectfully
Your Obt Servt
P. Slaughter
Capt and A.S.A. Comr