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the posision they ought to occupy in the reorganization of this State.

I can safely say that the mass will not be led by party politicans.

The feeling of distrust is fast wearing away the freedmen is repsected in his posision by all.

I am Sir
Verry Respectfully
Your Obedt Servt
E.H. Ripley
Capt V.R.C. & A.S. Asst Comr