Freedmen's Bureau Records: John A. McDonnell to
Thomas P. Jackson, November 1, 1867
Summary:
McDonnell conveys a reluctance to send Jackson an enlisted soldier as an
assistant, due to the distance.
Bureau Refugees, Freedmen and Abandoned Lands
Head Quarters 9th Sub District
Virginia
Mr. Thomas P.
Jackson
Agent
Staunton, Virginia
November 1, 1867
Winchester, Virginia
Sir
Please inform me whether the detail of an Enlisted man is essential to the proper performance of your duties.
The Commanding officer here objects to sending a man so far, where it will be difficult to furnish him rations and quarters, but if absolutely necessary, will furnish one.
Very Respectfully
Your Obedient Servant
John A. McDonnell
Captain & Sub Assistant Commissioner