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Office of James E. Turner
Notary Public Hampton Va:

I Wm. S. Howard do solemnly swear in the presence of Almighty God. That I will henceforth faithfully support, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States and the union of the States thereunder - and that I will in like manner abide by and faithfully support all laws and proclamations which have been made during the existing rebellion with reference to the emancipation of slaves.

So help me God
Wm. S. Howard

Sworn to me & subscribed before me this 23rd day of Nov 1867

James E Turner
Notary Public
for Elizabeth City Co Va

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