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W. 480. R.F. and A.L. Va. 2d V. 1868.

War Department
Bureau Ref. Freedm. & A. Lds
Washington, October 1st/68.

Sewall F. D.
A.A.A. Genl.

Calling attention of the Asst. Commissioner Va to the necessity of taking measures preparatory to breaking up Hospitals and Dispensaries, and the withdrawal of Orphan Asylums in Virginia.
No support can be extended to these institutions after the 1st of January next._

[[stamp]] STATE OF VIRGINIA. BUREAU OF R. F. & A. L. RECD. HD. QRS. ASST. COMMISSIONER. OCT 3 1868 [[/stamp]]

Official copy furnished J. J. De Lamater, Surg in Chf for his information & guidance. Oct. 2d 1868,