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cloudy       [[preprinted]]WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 1865.[[/preprinted]]
Engaged our meteorological instructions for telegraphers.
Informed Mr. DeBeust  that I could not suffer his son to remain in the building longer. He comes in all hours of the night and keeps bad company.
Called upon Gen Delafield got his signature to the requisition for 1/2 yearly money
Also got the signature to the same of the Chief Justice - presented the requisition to the Chief Cleark Mr Hunning [[?]] who promises me the money tomorrow.
Paid off Robert DeBeust informed him that I could not longer retain him in my employ
Daughters Helen and Carry returned from a visit to City Point. Helen remained at Fortress Museum
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clear last night  [[preprinted]]THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 1865. [[/preprinted]]
gave directions  in writing to Mr Gill as to the Library - discussed with the architect and also with Col. Mr. Alexander the position of the stairs
Mr DeBeust left for New York to accompany Margaret Patterson to N.Y. on her way to Ireland - informed him that I would prefer that he get another place 
Mr Rhess gave him letters to friends in the coal oil business. 
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