From the National Archives, RG 109, Ch. 6, Vol. 707-709; "Letters Received and Sent, Chimborazo Hospital. 1861-64." 3 Vols: Vol. 708. p. 46
Medical Directors Office
Richmond Feby 11th 1863
Sir:
A careful scrutiny of your morning reports show that they are very carelessly and inaccurately kept. For the last three months 674 men were committed to your care for whom you do not account.
You will call at once at this office without delay and explain how these irregularities have been allowed.
Very Respectfully,
Yr. Obt. Servant
Wm. A. Carrington
A. Med. Dir.
To Surgeon in Charge
Chimborazo Hospl
[below, in different hand]
Jany 11th & 12 200