McDonnell submits his quarterly inspection report for the 9th Sub-District, which include Augusta County. While his comments about Augusta County are neither as detailed, nor as elegant as those related to Frederick County, McDonnell makes observations about the education, economy, moral condition, and political attitudes of blacks in Augusta.

Dews applies to Brown for employment in the Bureau or other branch of government. Dews was once a member of the Freedman's Court in Staunton, and claims that he is presently unable to find work in his profession because he remained loyal to the Union during the war.

Jordan requests a leave of absence to see his brother, who he reports was in an accident.

Tukey writes a letter recommending William Dews and attesting to his character. Tukey and Dews worked together in Staunton while Tukey was Agent there.

In his report, Jordan notes the high demand for labor and the opportunities for employment for the blacks of Augusta County. He also discusses in some detail the political attitudes of whites in the county.

Jordan remarks that he observes different opinions regarding the legal rights of blacks among different classes of people, but notes that "intelligence, integrity or moral courage" do not appear to be qualifications necessary to sit on a jury or preside as a Magistrate in Augusta County.

In light of a bill passed by Congress in reference to the Bureau, Jordan asks to be retained in his position.

Manly asks Brackett about schools in the Shenandoah Valley in general, and his plans for the upcoming school year.

McDonnell submits information about himself and several other Bureau Agents, including John W. Jordan, the agent in Augusta County.

Jordan reports that he has not yet used his leave of absence.

McDonnell gives Jordan instructions about vouchers.

Jordan reports that the distrust felt among blacks in Augusta County is a product of the fact that whites do not want to recognize their status as citizens, and because they continued to be taken advantage of in the labor market.

Jordan reports that he tries to have all disputes involving freedmen settled outside of the civil court system because of the prejudice and indifference of the local Magistrates.