Sir:
You are informed that your application for appointment in the First Corps First Corps (HANCOCKS,) has been approved for the grade of in Captain, subject to such action by the Examing Board as may be in future deemed proper, and to confirmation by the Senate.
Should you accept this provisional appointment, you will signify the same to the Adjutant General, and immediately report by letter to MAJOR-GENERAL HANCOCK, at Washington, D. C., for instructions, to assist in raising men for the Corps. You will be entitled to pay from date of acceptance, until duly notified that your services are no longer required.
By order of the Secretary of War:
ED Townsend
Assistant Adjutant General
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