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as there was one year ago.  Most of them indulge to a certain extent, but I think the habit is growing less and will continue to do so as they become educated.

Active measures have been taken by the civil authorities to provide for their own poor without regard to color.  And it is well understood by them that there will be no further demand upon the Bureau for their maintenance.

I am, General
Very Respectfully
Your Obt. Servt.
W.R. Morse
Bt. Maj. S.A.C.

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