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the Court to enclose to you, but the party I wrote to from a cautiousness with respect to public opinion, hesitated to apply for one, in my opinion the circumstances are outrageous and demand speedy action and no delay. I am a lawyer by profession, but from dearth of business, have taken charge of an Academy at this place for the present year. I hold myself responsible for any and all statements herein contained. Besides the older freemen mentioned would be good witnesses Very Respectfully Signed J. B. Darby