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that full and complete justice is given to Freedmen in cases where they are interested against white men.  This is probably so as far as the Courts are concerned, but in trials by Jury it is certain that mens prejudices operate against the Freedmen especially in casess of assault, or in the settlement of accounts.  Mr James has reported one or two cases where it was evident the juries did not regard the evidence.

3d  The Register of Marriages is complete.  No additions have been made to it for some months.
Par. 2 Is understood, it having been explained to the people at all the religious meetings in the division.
Par 3. Although the authorities take no action for the prevention of lewdness and adultry, few cases are known to exist.  The officer in charge does all in his power to prevent such  practices
Par. 4. is carried out.

4th  Indigent freedpeople are provided for by the authorities of the County, and the means