Freedmen's Bureau Records: George T. Cook to R. S.
Lacey, October 11, 1866
Summary:
Cook inquires as to whether the black community in Staunton may expect assitance
from the Bureau to build a school building. Cook writes that without help, the
building will be poorly constructed and would be an "embarassment" to the
community.
Bureau Refugees, Freedmen and Abandoned Lands
Office Assistant Superintendent Sub-District No. 10, 7th District
Virginia
Captain R. S. Lacey
Superintendent 7th District
Virginia
Lynchburg Virginia
October 11th/66
Staunton, Augusta County Va.
Captain
I have the honor to request information as to whether a favorable action is probable on report of schools made from this Officer, under date of August 18th 1866.
The freedpeople are making preparations to build and wish to know whether the "Bureau" can give them any assistance - it is essential that they receive the information as soon as possible.
With the assistance recommended they will be able to erect a good building - without the assistance it will be poorly done and leave them in an embarassed position.
Very Respectfully
Your Obedient Servant
Geo. T. Cook
1st Lieutenant
Veterans' Reserve Corps and Assistant Superintendent
