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in which their position calls for, their work is not at all attractive, and it seems to be due as well to them as to those who are responsible for them that there should be some such stimulus and control as reasonable pay affords. Hence it is I ask that the small amounts now due be not infringed by stoppages, and that since they are not to be supplied a place to live in near their place of work, their regular compensation may be proportionately raised. I am General, very respectfully, 
Your obedient servant 
Wager Swayne
Maj. Gen'l. & Asst. Comm'r.