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As I have devoted my time and often offerred my life for the interests of our great Republic, my adopted country, I hope, that you will take this my letter in kind consideration and answer me at your earliest convenience. I remain General Very respectfully Your most obedient Servt. H Dlume Lieut. Col. late 32nd Vols. Bvt. Maj: Gen. J. B. Kiddoo Ast. Comr. Bureau R. F. & A.L. Galveston, Texas