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Freedmen's Bureau Records: W. Storer How to George W. Wells, February 14, 1866

Summary:
How temporarily places Captain George Wells in charge of Bureau affairs while How travels to the upper portion of his district, namely Staunton.

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Capt. Geo. W. Wells
AQM & Supt
Sub. Dist. E H. Ferry Va.

Feby 14th 1866

Captain

During my temporary absence on a tour through the upper portion of my District, you will please assume the conduct of the military office business here, referring matters of [unclear: special] importance to me at Staunton, Va, up to the 24th of this month.

You have [illeg.] authority to sign official papers for me during such absence.

I am &c

WSH
Capt &c