Chapter 9

I herewith transmit a request to the secretary to convene the Board of Supervisors, that they may act as seems best to them in the premises. In the mean time, Major Smith will command by seniority the cadets, and the Academic Board will be able to conduct the scientific exercises of the institution until the Board of Supervisors can have time to act. Hoping to meet you soon at the St. Charles, I am, Most truly, your friend and servant, S.

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