OFFICE OF
W. B. OLIVER & SON
MERCHANTS AND PLANTERS

PINE LEVEL, N.C.
Jan 17, 1919

To the Honorable
The Adjutant General of the Army,

Sir:

I believe these statements set forth in the petition for the release of Private Jno. W. Pierce to be absolutely correct and truthful. His parents are very old and needy and it is necessary that he released as his labor is necessary for their support. I most respectfully beg that you grant their request.

D. B. Oliver Chrm
[Illegible]/ county Commr—
Johnston Co. NC.

Enclosed in: 1919, Jan. 22. Noble to Bickett.