John W. Davidson to A, A. Stevens, January 22, 1865

Col. A, A. STEVENS, Commanding Camp Morton:

SIR: 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 21, 1865:

Conduct—good. Cleanliness—good state. Clothing—good. Bedding—good. State of quarters—kept as clean as is possible. State of mess-houses—have none. State of kitchen—good. Food, quality of— first class. Food, quantity of—sufficient, being according to orders. Water—sufficient. Sinks—sufficient for cold weather. Police of grounds—covered with snow during the whole week. Drainage—complete. Police of hospital—thorough. Attendance of sick—good. Hospital diet—first class. General health of prisoners—good, but fatality is greater than usual. Vigilance of guard —very strict.

Very respectfully, your obedient servant,