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so prevalent amongst the Freedmen residents of Norfolk, & Portsmouth Cities, is rapidly abating, & it is hoped that its further spread is arrested, there are at present 26. patients in the Small Pox Hospital at Norfolk, & 10 patients, in the Small Pox Hospital at Portsmouth.  The Schools are increasing in efficiency & number, the scholars conduct themselves, with propriety, & show a disposition to learn & improve their condition.  The teachers deserve credit for the very able and energetic spirit with which they discharge their arduous duties.

Very respectfully
Your obt Servant
Ed. Murphy
1st Lieut 10th Regt. V.R.C. &
Asst Supt

Thro Office Supt.
1st Dist Va