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of putting the entire matter directly under the control [[strikethrough]] l [[/strikethrough]]  of the Military. There are a class of men who think what they do not themselves do, is as a matter of course illy done, But I will not extend comment at present upon this point. Allowing me to be judge of matters in my district, I should represent things in a vastly different light. Since my detail, I have had almost a constant press of business, which I have dispatched to the best of my ability and in strict accordance with the principles and instructions of the "bureau"-

To be sure satisfaction has not been given in all cases, as many will not be satisfied with any system of labor short of downright slavery. I have the honor to report the "bureau" in my sub dist Prosperous and efficient- I thought it but justice to myself as well as to you, that you 

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