An investigation of the charges exhibited against Captain White resulted in a conviction that there had been no criminal or improper intention on the part of this officer, but, on the contrary, that what he did proceeded from a laudable zeal for the Service.

It appears to me I am of opinion however that his conduct was imprudent in as much as it furnished a pretext for accusation, and the example of a proceeding liable in it’s nature to abuse.

You will be pleased to inform Capt White of ⟨—⟩ of the above—

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