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Bureau of R.F. and A.L.
Leesburg Va.
Sept 19th 1866.

B'v't Lt Col J. A. Bates
A.A.A.G. Bureau of R.F. and A.L.
Richmond Va

Colonel:
In compliance with circular No 15 from your Hd-Qrs dated April 6th 1866. I have the honor to forward herewith a communication from the President of the Board of overseers of the Poor of this, Loudoun, County in regard to the action of said Board to provid for colored paupers &c

After the decision of the court has been obtained as to what extent they will allow the Board to act I will then forward you further information on this subject. 

I am, Col. Very Respectfully
Your Obt Servt.
Sidney B. Smith
B'v't Capt V.R.C. & Supt

Transcription Notes:
provid = provide ---------- Reopened for Editing 2023-09-12 10:25:33