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are considerably diminished, and in fact I don't see that my services are needed any further if his advice is to be taken. I am informed by friends that he has said that if I attempted to carry out the line of policy indicated by my communication, I would have to increase the garrison at this place. Trusting that my action in this matter is in accordance with your interpretation of orders under which I act, I am Sir your obdt serv't J. Clarke Swayze Agt Spalding Co.