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Provost Marshals Office
Smithfield Va
June 8th 1865

Lieut Col T. H. Harris }
A.A.G Dist of East Va }

Colonel

Pursuant to Gen Orders No 49 Head Qrs Dist of East Va dated Norfolk Va June 2nd 1865 "I have the honor to report the following progress in providing for the carrying out of all orders in relation to the Freedmen of this County.

I have selected about three hundred acres of land situated near Rock Wharf, there is an abundance of Pine timber growing thereon, and it is surrounded by water with plenty of Oysters and Fish that can be easily obtained.

Up to date I have been able to obtain work for all that have applied to me for support with the exception of one; a very old man, and he remains at home and I furnish him Rations.

During the coming week I expect to have a large number thrown upon me to take charge of who will be helpless and unable to support themselves, I have made requisition for a number of Rations to meet the demand.

I furnish for the 

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