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Freedmen's Bureau Records: John A. McDonnell to Thomas P. Jackson, May 20, 1867

Summary:
McDonnell explains the procedure for purchasing rations for destitute persons in Jackson's division.

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Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen and Abandoned Lands,
Head Quarters 9th District Department of the Potomac, Mr. Thos. P. Jackson
Agent 4th Div.
Staunton, Va

May 20, 1867

Winchester, Va.

Sir

Herewith please find blanks for the purchase of Corn and Pork in Augusta & Highland Counties, for issue to destitutes during the month of June. It can only be issued to those enumerated in the list sent you on the 18th inst.

Very Respectfully
Your Obedt Svt

John A. McDonnell
Capt V.R.C.
Sub Asst. Comr.