Freedmen's Bureau Records: Statement of E. P.
Phelps, February 7, 1867
Summary:
Phelps' states that he considers both Frederick Tukey and George Cook to be good
officers.
Feb. 7 th 1867
Staunton Va
I am acquainted with F. S. Tukey Esq Asst. Supt. of the Freedmens Bureau, and it is my judgement that he is well qualified for the office, and I would not hesitate to recommend him most cordially for such position. I came to Staunton last March, and have personally known Mr Tukey for some months. I must also [unclear: bear] my testimony to the [unclear: officering] of Lt. Cook who lately filled the same position in this place. I esteem both the gentlemen named and so far as I know they are both good officers.
E.P. Phelps P.E.
Rockingham District
Baltimore
Conference
M.E.
Church
