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Freedmen's Bureau Records: E. L. Van Leid to W. S. James, January 16, 1866

Summary:
Van Leid attests to Wholey's loyalty to the Union and asks that his case be given attention.

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Col. James--

Jan. 16/66

Dear Sir--

I can but feel much interested in the [unclear: bearer] Mr. Thomas Wholey through the statement of a most reliable friend who tells me he was always a Loyal Man. I earnestly beg that you may be able to give his claim attention. Excuse the liberty I take & believe me

Respectfully Yours

E. L. Van Leid