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to meet their actual wants.

The sentiments of the citizens here, are averse to the interest of the freedmen: They are not allowed to hold any public religious services (let alone schools). to establish a school here will be attended with many difficulties. If I can find a teacher in this section I will organize a school. certain.

In Bell and other counties through which I passed: I learned that quite a number of freedmen have been murdered lately. though non in this section: as I can hear of have been murdered.

I am. Sir.
Very Respectfully 
Your Obt. Servt.
A. Evans Capt.
& Sub-Asst. Comr.