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Office U.S. Govt. Agency Tyler, Texas, Oct. 18th 1865. General: I have the honor to recommend Capt. E.A. Hickman of Red River County as a gentleman well qualified and every way worthy the appointment of Provost Marshal or Asst. Superintendent for Freedman for his County. The Captain commands the confidence of the people of his county, and would, I am assured make an efficient officer. I have the honor to remain Very Respectfully Your Obt. Servt. Jno. Q. St. Claire Gov't. Agent. General Gregory Commr. for Freedman Dist of Texas Galveston