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Letter of introduction to Gen Shepley for Captain Howe from T.J. Southard. en Richmond Me Dec Gen Geo Shepley Dear Sir This will introduce to you Capt Edward Howe Master of my Ship Ellen Southard Any favor you may show him will be appreciated by me Capt Howe has package on board the Ship which he will send you if desirable Hoping