D (manuscript); Somerville, Tennessee. From Kres. Holloway et al. Marked private. Long petition in regard to the upcoming elections. Requests protection for the ballot Box. Says that the Conservatives plan to not let blacks vote unless they vote Conservative. States that without protection (w)e stand no chance in the March election...We are satisfied that there is no earthly chance... Says county Commissioner of Registration N. Shaddinguer has sold out the rebels. Contains note from Rep. J. O. K. Reeves asking that J. C. Wilson be appointed also by Reeves. Contains note that J. C. Wilson was commissioned February 29th. (See below September 10, 1868).