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arm in the line of his duty, in battle. He was formerly a member of the celebrated Berdans sharp-shooters and lost his arm at the battle of Chancellorsville. He is a man of indomitable resolution, unquenchable patriotism, temperate habits, and well qualified for an agency in the Bureau. His post office address is Box 2109 Chicago Illinois.

If, Colonel, the Asst. Comr. could procure him the appointment asked, it would afford me the greatest pleasure.

I am very respectfully
Your obedient servant
J.M. Beebee
1st Lieut V.R.C.
Sub. Asst. Commissioner