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Bureau R F & A.L. Sub Dist of
Hanover. Ashland. Va. Sept 30th /66

Capt. J.A. McDonnell
Sept 3d Dist. Richmond. Va.

Captain: 
In compliance with Par. No 6. Cir No 10. Hd Qurs. A.C. Richmond Va. Mch 12. 1866. I have the honor respectfully to report that the operations of the order restoring to the State authorities jurisdiction in criminal cases over colored persons, have been favorable to this class of citizens.

To the best of my judgment they have been treated with impartiality and fairness; and the law respecting their testimony has been carried out in good faith.

I am, Very Respectfully,
Your obt serv't
Ira Ayers Jr.
Bvt Lt. Col & Asst Supt