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NARA 310 War Department May 19th 1873 E D Townsend Adj Gen USA Authorizing Maj AP Howe to proceed to such points in his District to pay claimants as in his opinion will best subserve the interests of the claimant and the Government. As it is advisable to pay as many as possible prior to June 30th 1873. Rec'd at Louisville Ky May 22nd 1873.