March 21, 1918.

Mr. J. M. Beaty,
Smithfield, N.C.

My dear Mr. Beaty:-

Your letter of the 18th received and carefully considered. The question presented is one for the decision of the District Board. The Local Board has only recommendatory powers. I am forwarding your letter to the District Board with a request that they give to it sympathetic consideration. That is the extent of my jurisdiction in the premises. I suggest to you that you get your Local Board to make a recommendation in the premises.

Yours very truly,

[unsigned]