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[[?]] to escape unpunished, and no official steps are taken to prevent a repetition of the outrage_ still I shall endeavor to secure the ends of justice through the Civil tribunal by strengthening the hands and riding the Civil officers in the performance of their duties. Only after that policy has been fairly tried and failed to accomplish the desired results shall I feel authorized to resort to sterner measures. Convinced, by former experience, of your just and worthy intentions, I confidently apply to you for advice and assistance in securing a result which all good men of your County must desire.

I am, Very Respectfully,
Your Ob't Serv't,
Davis Tillson
Bvt Maj Gen. Comd'g & Ass't Com'r.