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From DigitalMaine Transcription Project
Bivouac near Kelly's Ford Nov. 10 1863
S. H. Dale Mayor, Bangor ME
Sir,
I have the pleasure to recommend John Lynes for a Corporal of my Company. He came into this Company as a private and has been promoted for good conduct and soldierly bearing. I deem him every way worthy of and qualified for a commission in the service of the U.S.
I am Sir Respectfully Your Obt Servant
Joseph B Fitch Captain [?] Co. D 20 ME Vols