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Washington DC Feb. 12th 1868 Hon. S.C. Pomeroy Washington D.C. Dear Sir: Dr. E.N. Smith has been specially recommended to me as a man completely worthy and friendly to the interests of the colored people. I could employ him advantageously to relieve suffering in Virginia, provided he can be relieved from disability. I believe you have his case before you. Please bring it up as soon as you can. Yours truly O.O. Howard Maj. General