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124 733. 119/132 May 3d. 0 Bvt. Major Gen'l. O. O. Howard USA Commissioner. General, On the 1st ult, I forwarded through your office to the Sc. of War, for approval, account of the "Washington Chronicle" and "State Journal" for advertising - They have not since been heard from. The Editor of the "Chronicle" has written for his money. I am, General Very Respectfully Your Obdt Servant R. M. Manly Suupt. of Ed F 12, 1st. Vol /70
Transcription Notes:
ult. is for ultimo meaning date in previous month, Bvt is for Brevet