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In Southampton Co. the Freedmen are well employed at good wages, and no complaints made or assistance asked. In Isle of Wight and Nansemond Counties, the Freedmen are generally employed at good wages. No assistance asked. In Princess Anne County they are generally employed. In Norfolk County and the Cities of Norfolk and Portsmouth are generally well employed, particularly in the County. In the Cities there are many who require assistance. 

I am General
Very Respectfully
Your Obt. Servt
Wm P. Austin
Capt A.A.Q.M and Supt 1st. Dist Va

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