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Howard's Grove Hospital Richmond Va. Febry. 18th 1868 I have the honor to recommend that the within application of Henry Richardson for the vacant clerkship at this Hospital, be favorably considered by yourself. I know from personal knowledge that he is every way competent to fill the position. He is an honorably discharged U.S. Soldier now out of employment. Very respectfully Your Obd Servt. D.R. Brower Act. Ass't. Surg USA In charge Howard's Grove Hospital Bureau R.F. & AL Dist Va Office Surg in Chief Dist Richmond Va Feby 19th 1868 Respectfully forwarded to Brig Genl O Brown Asst Comr &c Knowing the within named applicant for position of clerk and believing him in all respects fitted for the position - and a clerk being needed at the Howard Grove Hospital, I have made the contract, and respectfully forward it herewith for approval. It is accompanied with the required oath J J De Lamater Bvt Lt Col & Surg in Chief Bureau RF & AL Dist Va [[stamp]] STATE OF VIRGINIA. BUREAU OF R.F & A.L. RECD. HD. QRS. ASST. COMMISSIONER. FEB 21 1868 [[/stamp]]