This transcription has been completed. Contact us with corrections.
War Dept Washington City Dec 9th. 1865 War Dept E. M. Stanton Secretary In reply to your letter of inquiries dated Nov 21st. the first second and fourth questions are answered in the affirmative. And in answer to the third, the wood I think belongs to the Gov't, and may be taken away for the benefit of freedman. L.R. W. 24. R.F. & A.L. Va. 1865 Recd R.F. & A.L. Decemr 12/65
Transcription Notes:
----------
Reopened for Editing 2023-09-15 11:12:46