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That I am physically incapable of performing the various duties required of me without some clerical assistance.

I would not require a Clerk after the 1st November and one could be obtained at a compensation of $50 per month, which amount I am now personally paying one.

As to whether I am deserving the favor of the Asst Coms'r in this request, I would refer to the manner in which I have endeavored to transact my official duties since I entered the Bureau in 1865.

I am Capt.
Most Respectfully
D.J. Connolly.
Brvt Capt. U.S.V.
Asst Sub Asst Com's'r.