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Freedmans Bureau Office
Tyler, Smith Co. Texas.
April 6th 1867.

Geo. W. Taylor
Rusk, Texas.
Sir;
You will upon receipt of this order, surrender, into the charge of his Father (Joshua Robertson, Freedman) said minor son Jeff; or failing so to do, you will appear in person at this office, on the 10th inst., bringing with you the boy Jeff, and show cause why you retain in your custody the said minor, in disregard of this order.

(Signed) D.L. Montgomery
Brvt. Lt. Col. U.S.A.
Sub Asst Commissioner

A true copy
D.L. Montgomery
Bvt Lt. Col. & Sub. Asst. Com.