McDonnell asks for a report from Jackson regarding the general condition of freedmen in his district. McDonnell asks about justice in the courts, marriages, labor supply, schools, and temperance.

Marston thanks Jackson for his assistance in locating his wife, Martha, and asks that Jackson inform him when she will depart for Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, so that Marston may meet her.

McDonnell follows up on a lumber purchase intended for school desks in Staunton.

Jackson asks for information about a man known as "Uncle Flemming," who may know how to find Nancy Thorton's children, who were bought by a man named Quarles. Benjamin Cook in Richmond reports that the man's name is really John Coyle, and that he lives in West Virginia.

Brackett writes that he will be able to provide tuition and board for a girl named Martha Strange, at his school in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, apparently at the request of Thomas Jackson.

This letter of unknown provenance, describes what a James Wait claims a Mr. Burdett owes his niece, Dorcas Wait.

This contract details the terms of Samuel Jackson's purchase of a horse from Robert Miller with payment installments. Thomas P. Jackson witnessed the contract.

Thomas Jackson writes Lieutenant Hall, the Military Commissioner for Augusta County, concerning the handling of cases where men have been accused of stealing horses while associated with Federal troops.

An excerpt of an order from the Military District Headquarters overturns a court decision concerning the possession of a plot of land. The Military Commissioner granted the land to Jacob Pitman's widow, Margaret, instead of turning it over to an Isaac Crebs.

Jackson reports on the progress of several cases of assault against blacks in Augusta County. Regarding one case, Jackson notes that the complainants fear they will have to leave their homes if they prosecute the case.

Jackson receives a letter admitting Susan Berry to Howard's Grove Hospital in Richmond.

Points offers information about the custody dispute over a boy, James. He comments on Monroe's claim to be family to the boy, and on his suitability as a guardian.

Chapman wishes to see Jackson about some cases, but he does not specify which ones.

Kennedy writes to Jackson about the bill for certain supplies used by teachers supported by the Freedmans Union Commission. Kennedy notes their financial difficulties, and urges hard work and economy on the part of teachers.

Brackett asks for financial assistance from the Bureau.

Brackett submits an application for funding to Jackson, on the advice of General Oliver Howard, Commissioner of the Bureau.

Brackett asks Jackson to forward any letters he may have received during his trip to Washington.

Jackson writes McDonnell about the Alexander-McCutchen case, noting the the administrator of the McCutchen estate requires legal proof before he will settle the claim.

Hall asks Jackson to transmit the order regarding the case between Crebs and Pitman to the Augusta County Clerk's Office.

Nelson states that he will call on Jackson in a few days so that Jackson may review his accounts as related to a dispute between Nelson and a Harner Green.

Jackson reports the case of Betsey Brown, who was originally sold out of Augusta County, and who has since returned with her three children. Jackson asks for information about her father, who lives near Winchester, so that he may support her. McDonnell reports that while Gabriel is able to support his daughter, he is unable to pay for her transportation to Winchester.

Johnson refers to a claim of Ben Martin against the McCutchen estate.

McDonnell informs Jackson about submitting accounts for postage.

McDonnell sends a form back to Jackson for correction.

Jackson writes to Coyle to ask if he knows the location of three children he purchased while in Richmond, Virginia, who belong to Nancy Thornton of Augusta County.

Jackson writes that Brown is "harboring" a girl who is indentured to a J. Mitchell, and must return her. Jackson's subsequent note indicates that she was returned.

Jackson's report mentions an inflammatory comment allegedly made by a local magistrate, contrasts the sobriety of blacks around the Christmas holiday to "the brawling and drunkeness of the common white men," and describes efforts to procure aid for the poor.

Jackson's report makes note of several pending larceny cases.

McDonnell reports no cases of unemployment among blacks in Augusta County, although there are some cases in another Division of the Sub-District.

Mary Rowell, the teacher in Staunton, informs Manly about a mistake in a book shipment, and asks that the correct books be sent to her as soon as possible.

Peter Hanger, Jr. writes Jackson that the Bureau may use a five dollar donation how they see fit.

Montgomery, the Justice of the Peace in Deerfield, writes on behalf of the local black school, which just opened. He writes that financial assistance is urgently necessary to keep the school open and to prevent the teacher from poverty, as the community is very poor and most students cannot afford the tuition.

A contract between Nelson Walker and Samuel A. Hoshour.

Jackson informs William Woods that he owes Joseph Lewis $7.00 in rent.

Jackson forwards a request for information about Daniel Brown who was taken to Alabama while he was a child. Blair, the Agent in Tuscaloosa reports on Brown's current situation, noting that he has a family and is doing well.

Cumming's letter to Jackson pertains to the case of Ann Wallace, a woman who is being sought by her parents in Baltimore. Cumming notes that he did what he could to help her parents find her, but calls them "shiftless."

McDonnell describes the procedures by which Jackson is to keep account of the Bureau's supply of clothing for gratuitous distribution to the poor.

Jackson's letter concerns a dispute between John Brent and the company Henry Miller and Son.

Jackson asks for more information about Coyle in the hopes of locating Nancy Thornton's children.

Bumgardner updates the Military Commissioner about the status of several court cases.

The text of McDonnell's loyalty oath to the United States Government.

Hoffman states that he will be coming to Staunton to settle accounts with a Richard Banheart, presumably a former employee.

Jackson again writes to Hall about James Woods' appeal and his inability to secure the necessary papers from his lawyer.

Isabella Burton asks for information about her two sons, providing information about their sale years ago.

Jackson asks for McDonnell to forward an inquiry about Cyrus Bannister, who left his family behind in Staunton and is currently living in West Virginia.

Jackson inquires about transportation from Florida to Staunton for a woman and her daughter.

Peter Hanger asks Jackson if he knows of anyone available for hire as a cook. Hanger's letter describes the good working conditions in his home.

McDonnell instructs Jackson on how to report clothing distributed by the Bureau.

Harman relates the details of a case in which a young man who was hired out by a man named Swink, did not complete his contract. The issue appears to be one of how much money, if any, Swink owes the man.

Lee, the Sub Assistant Commissioner for the 10th Virginia Sub-District, sends Jackson a supply of women's clothing.

Brackett asks if Jackson is interested in hiring a teacher in Waynesboro who is currently located at New Market.

Jackson asks for information about Gabriel Brown, whose daughter lives in Augusta County, and is dependent on friends for the support of her and her children.

In his report, Jackson comments on the continuing problem of contract negotiation and disputed wages between employers and laborers. He also worries about conservative whites' efforts to "defeat the Constitution."

In his report, Jackson notes that although legal proceedings seem fair, there are some instances of excessive bail being charged.