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I would further state that I was not aware he had a mother and the impression was made on my mind that he was an orphan

I received last fall a communication from a Lt Waddell in regard to him and told him all the particulars.  I would therefore suggest that M Gabriel Taylor return the Boy at his expence

Having always considered you an honorably gentlemen and an impartial officer I therefor await your command Mrs Oliver can inform you as to my standing as a citizen 

Very Respectfully
Yr Obdt Servt
James. O. Keiffe

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