From the National Archives, Record Group 109, Chapter 9, Vol. 199 1/2, p. 37

C. S. Mil. Prison
Rich’d Va. Dec. 8, 1862.

Brig. Genl. J. H. Winder
Comdg Dept. Henrico.

       Sir:

                   In reply to your inquiry in reference to the employees at this establishment, I have to state that there are three viz: one clerk of the Prison, one Druggist (in the prison Hospital) one steward (in the prison Hospital).

I am, Sir,
Your Obdt. Servt.
Th. P. Turner
Capt. Comdg

P. S. Clerk of Prison receives $100 per month

Druggist (in Hospital ) receives $40 per month

Steward (in Hospital) receives $50 per month

The above are the amounts received by the various employees.

T. P. T.

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