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L.B. 102. Vol 1st 1867 Bureau R.F.& A.L. Office Asst Supt Sub Dist of Hanover. Ashland, Va. April 9th 1867 Capt James A Bates Supt 3rd Dist Richmond, Va. Captain; I have the honor to state that on Monday the 8th inst I visited the Poor House of this County with a view of ascertaining the actual condition of the destitute freed people who have been received at that place. I regret to report that I found a condition of things deplorable in the extreme. There are at present provided for in this manner (4) men, three (3) women, and two (2) children, all of which, from various causes, are utterly helpless. Four of the men and two women are together in one cabin which is a structure with dirt floor, and without windows.