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Hd. Qrs. Military Commissioner
York, Gloucester, and Matthews Co's. Va.
Yorktown Va. August 19th 1867.

Sir:
Pursuant to Genl Order No. 51 dated Hd. Qrs. First Military District State of Va.  Richmond Va. August 7th 1867. I have the honor to inform you that the supplies to destitutes in the Southern States will cease on the 20th inst.

The Commanding General directs me to confer with the Civil Authorities of Matthews County and cause the necessary arrangements to be made for the proper care of all indigent persons without respect to race or color.  It is expected that the Civil Authorities will receive and provide immediately for all indigent people now in charge of the Freedmens Bureau.  Please acknowledge receipt of this communication at your earliest convenience.

Very Respectfully &c.
Sigd. F J Massey
Bvt Capt. and Mil. Comr.

Presiding Justice        
Matthews Co Va.