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I cannot make Mr. Silvey understand that I have the matter in charge - he is looking to you for his answer. In a note to Col. Fullerton on the subject you said you would make arrangement for his employment and payment so he wants your decision. Please write him and give it - in Alexandria he {{strikethrough}} does {{strikethrough}} is not wanted at present and he is too old for duty in {{strikethrough}} a {{strikethrough}} the country. Please sign the enclosed authorization - also the other letter if you see fit - and return both to me - as soon as convenient. - at Bureau Hd. Qrs. H.E.A. I have not written these communication with a view to dictation in the case but to save your time. If in either anything does not exactly conform to your views please to make alteration. Henry E. Alvord Capt & Supt Vienna Va 11 July 1865. In relation to his being mustered out and wish to be appointed in a col'd regiment. In relation to the appointment of Mr. Silvey -
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