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Soldier to go to battle without his arms
I hope this favor will not be denied me as to the extra expenses referred[?] to in my former note, I meant horse[?], mattress &c[?] which if I did not hold the Commission but for a few weeks, would be sold[?] again at a discount which will have to be my loss – However, I doubt not[?] that every thing will[?] be[?] done in a just manner. I will endeavour [endeavor] to do my duty to the extent of my ability. & hope that I shall receive your authority to obtain suitable instruments while in Boston or New York
Respectfully & sincerely
Yours Truly
D. M. Ruer
Gov Washburn