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so far as interfere with the liberty of the citizen.  A prompt interference on the part of the authorities to protect the people from wrong and oppression will do much to heal the wounds inflicted by civil war and restore love and confidence towards the Genl Government

While speaking of this subject, allow me to call your attention to enclosed letter to me from Rob't. D. Tippett a young man living in Victoria County.  I have used some pains to ascertain the character and family of this young man, and the facts as to the case stated by him.  I am satisfied it is a case in which you should interfere for the protection of this party.  I hope you will issue an order preventing any interference with this young man, upon the condition he [[strikethrough]] comes [[/strikethrough]]] gives himself up