![Transcription Center logo](/themes/custom/tc_theme/assets/image/logo.png)
This transcription has been completed. Contact us with corrections.
W. 209. R.F & A.L Va 1866 War Dept. B.R.F & A.L Washington. D.C Jany 31/66 War Dept. Bureau Max Woodhill, Col &c Acknowledges receipt of communication of Mr. Geo Mayo of Mattoax, Va, bearing endorsement of the Asst Commr Va. relative to the settlement of Freedman on lands & hiring them against their will. States the the [[strikethrough]] Asst[[//strikethrough]] Commr cannot recognize the principles of compulsory labor &c LB 3v. 209 Recd Feby 3/66
Transcription Notes:
----------
Reopened for Editing 2023-09-18 13:16:10