Geo. W. Ahl to Alexander Schœpf, January 29, 1865

January 29, 1865.

January 29, 1865. Brig. Gen. A. SCHOEPF, Commanding Post:

Str: I have the honor to submit the following inspection report of the condition of the prisoners of war at this station for the week ending January 28, 1865:

Conduct—good. Cleanliness—proper attention given to. Clothing—some are too thinly clad for such exceedingly cold weather. Bedding—consists of bunks and blankets (see remarks), State of quarters—clean and comfortable. State of mess-houses—kept in an excellent condition. State of kitchen—perfectly clean and well conducted. Food, quality of—very good. Food, quantity of—sufficient. Water—plenty of good water. Sinks—being improved. Police of grounds—kept as clean as possible. Drainage—very good. Police of hospital—very well conducted. Attendance of sick—receive excellent care. Hospital diet—very good and sufficient. General health of prisoners—about 84 per cent. sick, eleven deaths during the week. Vigilance of guard—good.

Remarks and suggestions.—Many of the prisoners apply for permission to purchase bedsacks. I have the honor to inquire whether their application can be granted.

Very respectfully, your obedient servant,

Captain, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General and Insp, Officer.