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Bureau of Refugees Freedmen and A. Lands,
Hd. Qrs. Sub. Asst. Comr, 8th Sub. Dist. Va
Wytheville Va Dec 31st 1867.

Brev't. Brig. Genl. O. Brown,
Asst. Commissioner
Richmond Va

General
In compliance with Circular No 10. Series 1866. I have the honor to report that no cases have been reported of partiality or injustice in cases where Freedmen were interested against Whites.

The civil authorities administer so much justice in cases in which Colored persons are parties as will exempt them from interference and removal by the Military authorities.

There is no guarrantee that full justice would be given the Colored person were the Government protection removed.
 
Very Respectfully
Your O'b't Servant,
Wm P. Austin
Capt. V.R.C. S.A.C.

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