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612

August 23d

Sir

Your communication of the 20th inst in relation to the case of one John Compton has been received. The Asst Com'r directs that without delay you have suit instituted against the said John Compton in the Civil Court in behalf of the freed people discharged by him without payment, and if necessary have an attachment served by the Civil Authorities upon so much of his property as will make good all lawful claims on their (freed people) part - The Asst Com'r also directs that you report without delay the action taken in this matter.

Respectfully
Your Obt Servant
T.F. Forbes
Lt. & A.A.A.G.

Joseph H. Taylor Esqr.
Agent Bureau R.F.& A.L.
Cuthbert Ga.