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Bureau R.F. and A.Lands
Sub District of Lauderdale
Lauderdale, Miss. October 19th 1868

A. Westbrook Esq.
Marion Miss., Sir.
In reply to yous of the 19th inst, I would state we do not receive sick persons at this place, having no Hospital = It is the duty of the Board of Police to attend to the wants of the sick and destitute, to whom you should make application =
Should your application to the Board meet with an unfavorable consideration, you will please notify this office, stating reasons &c, also forward your certificate as a Physician stating your desire in full &c.
Very respectfully
Your obt Servant
O.C. French
Agent Bureau R.F. and A.L.