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[[stamp]] THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF THE UNITED STATES [[/stamp]]

Richmond Va, June 8th/65

General,
I enclose here with a paper marked "A" with extracts from the "Whig" and "Times" of the city in regard to the punishment of the negro Ned Scott by the military authorities - a paper marked "B" containing a statement of Richard Adams in regard to the attack upon Ed. Scott by Rebs, and his subsequent treatment and punishment by Federal Officers and soldiers; and a paper marked "C" containing a statement of Jenny Scott, wife of Ed. Scott in regard to the attack on her husband by Rebs, etc.

I am perfectly aware that these "Statements" present an "ex parte" view of the case. I enclose the several "papers" that you may judge whether the honor of the