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Houston Texas June 14. 1868

Lieut Chas. A. Vernou
A. A. A. G
Bu R. F and. A. L
Austin Texas

Sir 
I have the honor to apply for the position of Sub. Asst. Com. Bu R. F. and. A. L. at the Post of Huntsville Texas. and forward you as evidence of my once having belonged to the Vol. army of the U.S. the only paper now in my possession, still farther advancment could be shown by referring to Roster of 82d U.S.C.T. at Washington.
Please answer at your earliest convenience and believe me 
Your Obt. Servt.
H. C. Ring

Transcription Notes:
Charles Alexander Vernou https://transcription.si.edu/transcribe/49483/NMAAHC-007676766_01035 changing "Vernon" to "Vernou" on many pages