Freedmen's Bureau Records: John A. McDonnell to
Thomas P. Jackson, December 31, 1867
Summary:
McDonnell sends a form back to Jackson for correction.
Bureau Refugees, Freedmen and Abandoned Lands
Head Quarters 9t
Sub District
Virginia
Mr. Thomas P.
Jackson
Agent
Staunton, Virginia
December 31st 1867
Winchester, Virginia
Sir
I return herewith Receipt Roll for clothing issued to destitute freedpeople. The Rolls are required in duplicate. The signature to certificate must be made by me, as the articles are [unclear: borne] on my Property Return and reported as issued by me.
Please leave the heading blank, the body of Roll is correct, and is all that is required.
As my Returns await your correction of this & its return with duplicate, please send it back with as little delay as possible.
Very Respectfully
Your Obedient Servant
John A. McDonnell
Captain & Sub Assistant Commissioner