NIGHT LETTER:
Raleigh, N.C., July 22, 1920.
General B. S. Royster,
Oxford, N.C.
I have ordered investigation of conduct of troops at Graham. Have appointed you with two others on committee of investigation. Earnestly hope that you will render this patriotic service. All expenses of committee will be paid. Wire answer. This is confidential for the present.1
T. W. Bickett;
Governor.
(Charge Executive Dept. State N.C.)
1. This same message was sent to Archibald H. Boyden, of Salisbury; Walter P. Stacy, of Wilmington; and Stephen C. Bragaw, of Washington, N.C.
