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communication, between Daniel A. Johnson and Wm. L. Hensler, was witnessed, in part, by myself; and being upon the ground I gathered the facts  entire, and therefore presume to know as much of the merits of the case as the Mayor.

I contend that Mr. Johnson was justifiable in slapping Mr. Hensler for calling the Flag of our country a "detestable rag", Mr. Johnson being a U.S. officer, even tho' no blow was returned, but Hensler did return blows until the two were parted by friends, so that if a penalty was to be put upon any one for fighting in the streets, it should have applied equally to both. The character of the Mayor is shown by the style of his reply to my letter - he is a rebellious traitor - Hensler being the same, of course the sequel is plain.

Now, I wish to be informed if I have pursued a proper course in this matter, and what I must do in "future". According to the Hon. Mayor, my duties