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0656 Would respectfully state, that the Poor House in the County of Clark, is in very poor condition. It has been the custom of the Overseers of the Poor for said County, when the paupers have a home of their own, to supply them with a stated amount per month in money and allow them to provide for themselves. The amount allowed them is from 3 to 4 Dollars per month. Hoping that the above comprises all required, I am Sir, Very Respectfully Your Obedient Servant G.R. Chandler Capt V.R.C. A.S.A.C. & Mil Com'r F. & C Cos