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In Jefferson and Berkley Counties they are generally well off and fairly treated. Taken as a whole, the Freedmen in this District are in comfortable circumstances, and conducting themselves in a highly creditable manner. Yet there are many cases of suffering among the very poor and helpless, and, especially needed for their relief is fuel. I have been able to supply clothing and food to quite a large number, but the want of wood - with the thermometer below 0 zero - has been seriously felt, and great suffering has been, and will be the result of our inability to afford the desired relief. I am Colonel Very Respectfully Your obedt Servt W. Storer How, Capt AQM Supt Sixth Dist Va
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W. Storer How