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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. S.P. Menson [?] informed his (Baker's) studies have been performed sufficiently as to warrant appointment as an Apt [?] Surgeon. If so I would gladly recommend him for the position. I have the honor to be [?] Sir [?] most respectfully your obdt. sevt. [?] A. Ames Brig. Genl. Vols. [?] Over

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Head [illegible] 20th Maine Vols May 25 1863

I cordially endorse the above commendation of Hospital Steward Baker. J.L. Chamberlain [?] col. [?] 20th Maine vols

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