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the charge of the Government, and I would suggest that the charge of it still be retained by Mr Raymond who does it, in addition to his duties as Chaplain; and that the mode of instruction be not changed.

I would be expressly obliged if you as Commissioner of Freedmens Affairs, or by a Commission of Asst. Commrs, would examine the school and pronounce upon the merits of its organization, as I feel satisfied that it has only to be thoroughly scrutinized to be made the foundation of an educational system; and what it purported to be a Normal School.

I was glad to see the assigment of Capt. Brown as Commissioner for the State of Va. as his care of his charge, while under my command, was most effecient, diligent and