From the National Archives, RG 109, Ch. 6, Vol. 707-709; "Letters Received and Sent, Chimborazo Hospital. 1861-64." 3 Vols: Vol. 709, pt. 1, p. 2
Medical Director's Office,
Richmond, Va. January 5th, 1864
Mrs. Harwood
Madam
I will take your servant Robert at four Hundred dollars, and rations, but you to furnish clothing.
Very Respectfully
J. B. McCaw
Surgeon in Chief
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