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He says that a Dr. Carter (freedman) living in Alexandria, Va. told him that if he would murder Lane that his wife would recover from her illness immediately. Said Dr Carter also told him that he need have no fear of being punished, as he would put a spell on all of his enemies which would prevent them from arresting or harassing him in any way. Johnson will be tried in a few days, when I will forward a full report of the case.

I am, captain,
Very Respectfully,
Your Obdt. Serv't.
Wm Shields
Lt. and A.S.A. Com'r.

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