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prevails amongst them in this Division It having been mentioned to them that the Sabbath morn was too often and by too many of them made a day and time to visit groceries where strong drink is sold and that they for the reputation of themselves & race ought not to be seen there- The Simple advice in this immediate neighborhood has acted like a charm. I find the Freedmen always willing to do my wishes or those of the government.

Very respectfully
Your obt. Servt.
J.F. Wilson
Bvt Capt V.R.C and Asst. Sub Asst. Com'r 

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