Commandant John D Sloat Letter 25 October 1849
Commandants Office
Navy Yard Gosport
25 Oct 1849
Sir,
The estimate for the insane hospital which you asked for in your unofficial note of the 23rd was forwarded on the 22nd. The traced floor plan of the dwelling propose for the keeper of the magazine will be transmitted in a few days. I understand from good authority that the establishment of a Magazine at Fort Norfolk is apposed only by a few interested individuals, the City Authorities, also prominent citizens do not object.
I am Respectfully, Sir
your obedient servant,
John D Sloat
Commandant
Comm Joseph Smith
Chief of the Burrow of Yards & Docks
Washington
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National Archives, Record Group 71 Bureau of Yards and Docks
Letters Recieved from Commandants of Navy Yards -- Norfolk
Sept 16 1848 - June 29 1850
Box No. 155, Entry 5