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He was to-day committed by said Magistrate to Jail without bail for the larceny of one of these horses_ He claims that U.S. soldiers seized these horses, himself, and comrades; even if he delivered them to the U.S. soldiers, I am firmly convinced that the felonious intent was wanting_ This seems to be a test case, and under it the important question arises, "will not the Govt protect the freedmen for the aid extended the Govt during the rebellion"?_ I earnestly request immediate attention to this case and suggest that the immediate release of Nelson Coleman be ordered_ I am_ Capt Very Respt Yr Obt Svt_ Jas W Powell Capt V.R.C & Bvt Lt Col U.S.A. Asst. Supt. [[stamp]] RECEIVED OFFICE SUPT. DIST. JUN 7 1866 [[/stamp]]
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