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the case was very strong against her she was bound over for trial in the August court. All Freedmen of both sexes are working steadily on contract made last Christmas & as far as I am able to learn are satisfied with their treatment and their pay. There is a school in this place with 50 scholars some prejudice existed at first & is gradually wearing away I am Genl Very Respect YOur Obt Servt E.H. Ripley Capt and Asst Supt