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HeadQrs. District of Texas Bureau R.,F., and A.L. Austin, Texas May 12, 1868. Reynolds J.J. Bvt. Maj. Gen. U.S.A., Asst. Commissioner &c. Enclosed report of Jno. H. Morrison, Sub Asst. Commissioner, Palestine, Texas, giving an estimate of the value of confiscated property in Anderson Co. in that state. Also, extract of the report of Wm. H. Sinclair Inspector, concerning the same property in April 1867. Says that the title to same is thought to be good. Copies of last deeds to the "Confederate Government" taken by Gen. Howe. Recommends that the property be sold, in case the amount estimated, or thereabouts can be realized. -2 enclosures- L.R.R. - 85. [[stamp]] Land & Claim Div. MAY 22 1868 [[/stamp]] War Department Bureau R.,F., and A.L., Washington, Aug. 18, 1868. Respectfully returned to Bvt. Maj. Gen. J.J. Reynolds, U.S.A. Asst. Commissioner &c. Austin, Texas, with the recommendation approved. By order of Maj. Gen. O.O. Howard Commissioner &c. William P. Drew Agent, Bureau R.,F., and A.L., In charge Land Div. E.B. Vol. 2-217 See L.R. (R.160.) See L.S. page 390