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a young wife and three children, who were dependent on his labor for support, to mourn his loss. They naturally look to me for protection, and I find that I have to make arrangements for their changed condition, and that the short period of my leave is insufficient. I therefore, must respectfully beg of you to grant me an extension of one week. In making this request I feel assured that the duties of my office will not be neglected, as I have left an experienced clerk who will cooperate with Capt. Barnes, besides Capt. Gregory C.S. assured me he would