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Fort Gibson C.N. May 20th 1872 My Dear Alice Since writing to you this morning I have received a Telegram from Gen Angus informing me that I have been assigned to the Command of the District of the Indian Territory, with Headquarters at this point and that I have authority to remain my Reg't'l Headquarters. Therefore,upon receipt of this you can commence packing up. I will start for Fort Sill on the 22nd inst. and expect to be there by or before the end of the month. Hastily Affectionateely B.H. Grierson No letter from you - Hope to hear from you before starting