Johnson, Vt.May 5, 1885.Dear Sir,

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I beg to offer myself as teacher for the vacancy now in your district. I can furnish references from the Superintendent of the board of education. Should you C honor meC by conferring ? upon me the vacant appointment, I shall strive to discharge my duties earnestly and steadily, & expect the wages as wasthat have been paid

in your district the term before.

I ever remain your greatful & obedient servant,K.E. Fletcher.Mr. E.C. Smith, Supt,San Jose,California.

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Mr. Edward Smith,San Jose,California