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Camp near Falmouth, VA
May 24th, 1863

His Excellency
Governor Coburn,

The hospital steward of this regiment G.M.[?] Baker has performed his duties faithfully and skillfully and has shown himself very capable.

Dr. N.P. Monroe informs me (Baker's) studies have been performed sufficiently as to warrant appointment as an Ast. Surgeon. If so I would gladly recommend him for the position. 

I have the honor to be 
Sir most respectfully
your obdt. serv't
A. Ames
Brig. Genl. Vols. [?]
Over

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Headquarters 20th Maine Vols
May 25 1863

I cordially endorse the above commendation of Hospital Steward Baker. 

J.L. Chamberlain
Lt. Col. Comd'g.  20th Maine Vols.

I cheerfully concur in the Recommendation of Mr. Baker.
Charles D. Gilmore
Major 20th Maine