Raynors HCA 2019-09
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An application for parole from a citizen in the form of a letter addressed to General Ord, 1pp, 8" x 10", Richmond, April 15, 1865. John A. Parker who signs as "Late U.S. Consul 'Sandwich Islands'" states: "I am 61 years of age, have in no way been connected with the War and until 1862, I was in the discharge of official duties at the 'Sandwich Islands'." He proceeds to request a parole, and permission to travel to visit family near Petersburg and Washington on "public and private business". Docketed on the verso by command of Ord, and referred to the Provost Marshall, "who will grant parole similar to those given by Genl. Grant to Genl. Lees army."
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