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. 82

Chimborazo Hospital No. 2 April 9th 64

Dr. J. B. McCaw
                                 Sir,

                                                             I shall require for the accommodation and treatment of 400 patients

2 Extra Asst Surgeons
12 Extra Nurses
3 Extra Cooks
160 Extra Bed Sacks filled with straw

I am Most Respectfully
    Your Obdt Servant
        S. E. Habersham
            Surgeon in charge

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