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satisfied that there is no organization of thieves or robbers on this Peninsula formed of colored people. 

I am well acquainted with most of the prominent men both white and black on the Peninsula and from the investigation I have made, the conversation I have held with the leading men I feel confident in stating that there is no organization on this Peninsula having for its object insurrection or resistance to the National Authorities. 

I shall continue my investigation and report from time to time as per order.

I have the honor
Captain to be very respectfully
Your obedient servant
Geo Chahoon

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