Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History & Culture Enduring Connections: Exploring Delmarva's Black History

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Record #244 from Freedmen's Bureau Correspondence on Schools, 1869-1870

Roll Number 9
Date 30 April 1870
State Maryland
County Cecil
City/Town/Neighborhood Cokesburg/Port Deposit
Other Locations Mentioned
Authors Mrs. E.G. Jackson
Position Teacher
Recipient Bvt Maj W.L. Vanderlip
Other Names Mentioned
Message Abstract Forwards school report for April. States that the pupils are gradualy increasing in number &c.
Message Body I have the pleasure of forwarding my report for the mo. of Apr. You will perceive by it that it is gradually increasing & the school is well attended, The pupils are progressing, to the satisfaction of the parents & friends, of the school. The only difficulty at present is, [[underlined]] want [[/underlined]] of [[underlined]] funds. [[/underlined]] I have just rec'd the sum of [[strikethrough]] 9 [[/strikethrough]] 10 on acct of salary for on quarter. I think the people are worthy of aid. They are doing all in their power, for the school. I should be happy to receive a visit from the traveling Sup,t if it is convenient perhaps he can suggest something for our benefit. Hoping the report will prove satisfactory
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