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results thus far of turning over to Civil authorities jurisdiction in cases over colored persons.

I have heard of but one instance where a justice has refused to take action in a Case [[strikethrough]] ag [[/strikethrough]] of a colored man against a white for alleged assault--this case was reported indirectly to me this morning.  steps will be taken immediately to investigate the same & if necessary a request will be made upon the civil authorities to issue a warrant for the arrest of the white man which if refused the case will be immediately referred to the asst Commr This rumor came to me since I commenced making this report. I think I shall be able to secure justice for the Freedman without much trouble.

I am Genl.
Very Respectfully
Your obt Servt
W. Augs. MacNulty
Bvt Capt & Asst Supt
BRF&AL