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Bureau R.F and A L.
Hd Qrs 4th Sub Dist Va.
Gordonsville Va Dec 31st 1867

Gen. O. Brown
Asst. Comr. Va.

General

In obedience to Circular No. 5, C.S. dated Bureau R.F. & A Lands Richmond Va. March 29th 1867 and Letter of Instructions of June 1st 1866, I have the honor to state that I have completed the Inspection of this Sub District in conformity therewith, and to submit the following report.

I find an improvement in the condition of the Freed-people since my last report.  Their experience during the last three years - has taught them that economy and honest labor is the key to their success.

The feeling which at present exists between the two races, is unimportant from previous reports.  About the time of Elections there was considerable feeling