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thing suspicious of venality
has for some years been a [notor?]
[?iety] in our section of this
department for Indian affairs,
and I think the officer
recommended would hold a salutary
check in the future.

I have know Dr White
since 1850 and should the
office he created, his knowledge
of Indian character, zeal and
earnestness would I feel sure
make him a valuable
public officer in this position.

Very Respy
Your Obt. Servt
Justin Steinberger
Col U. S. Infy

Hon. Wm P. Dole
Commission of Indian Affairs
Washington
D.C.