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. 155

Chimborazo Hospital
July 22nd, 1864

J. B. McCaw
    Surg. in Chge

                        Sir

                             I have most respectfully to report that there are two bodies in the dead house, one entirely naked and the other with only a pair of pants – These bodies belong to number five (5) Divisions. I respectfully refer the matter to you so that they may be properly dressed before burial.

Very Respy
    Yr Obt Servt
        J. W. Farris
            In Chge Dead House

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