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Bureau R F and A Lands Office of Asst Supt 5th Dist Richmond Va. 20 Jany /67 Captain James A Bates Supt 5th Dist Dept of the Potomac Captain I have the honor respectfully to state, that the severity of the weather has caused increased sickness amongst the indigent freedmen of this city. Dr. Young is giving every attention possible, and discharging his duties efficiently, yet the applications for Medical treatment are so numerous that it is utterly impossible for him to attend to all who apply to him for aid. I would ask if Dr Young cannot be allowed some assistance for two or three weeks in order that all cases may receive proper attention Very respectfully Your Obt Servant Benj. C. Cook Bvt Capt and Asst Supt