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rebellion, and I have very little doubt but that he would excite the duties of agent faithfully. It has been mentioned to me that it is thought a man called Colonel Baker was the murderer of the freedman whom I have written so fully in reference to. I am alas informed that he has a bad reputation, and that it is said a person can hire him to school a freedman for a few dollars. There is no regular mail communication between Boston and Jefferson South or between Boston and west of here. Very Respectfully, Your Obedient Sert, W.G. Kirkman, Sub asst Comm.