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of the white Union people. The fact that none of the freedmen would go on his bond for $100 shows in what esteem he is held by them. He has been living with a colord woman; this fact has naturally engendered much feeling against him. The sherriff is in no way at fault for the arrest - Ames blames him only for the chaining. There is no question however but there is so strong a feeling against him, that should the matter come to trial, he would get the utmost extent the law would allow, & that but for malice, there would have been no prosecution. I would therefore respectfully recommend that the case rest where it is till about the time of trial - & then that the prosecuting atty. be directed to enter a nolle prosequi. I cannot recommend Mr. Ames for an appointment as a school teacher Very Respectfully Your Obt Svt Louis W Stevenson S.A.C.
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