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Bureau R.F. & A.L. Sub Dist of
Hanover, Ashland, Va. Oct 28th 1866

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

Captain:
In accordance with the requirement of Par 6 Circular No 10 dated Bureau R.F. & A.L. Hd Qrs A.C. Richmond Va Mch 12th 1866, I have the honor respectfully to report with reference to the operations of the order restoring to the State authorities jurisdiction in criminal cases over colored persons, that they have been treated with impartiality and fairness and the law respecting their testimony carried out in good faith.

Very Respectfully
Your obt Servt
Ira Ayer Jr
Bvt. Lt. Col & Asst Supt 

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