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[[strikethrough]] that so far as the pecuniary interests of the Govt are concerned it will cause no additional expenditure of public money. [[/strikethrough]] Lieut Keatley by his honesty and fidelity has shown himself worthy of it and I hope General you who are also acquainted to some extent with this officer will [[strikethrough]] heartily [[/strikethrough]] endorse this application [[strikethrough]] and insist that the request be granted [[/strikethrough]] Very respectfully etc, Your Obedt servt. P.S. His residence is Hollidaysburg Pa K Copy of letter recommending Lt. Jno. H. Keatley for the rank of Brev. Major of Vols. 18 Aug /65
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