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themselves up to the posision they will occupy as Citizens and their actions are endorse'd by all liberal minded men.

I am confident the freedmen will be in a condision to support & take care of themselves when they are reconized as Citizens.

The Authorities are disposed to give them a fair & honorable hearing in all cases where they are interested

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

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