“If this be procured and issued, it will save the rifles and carbines from rust.
“Very respectfully,
“John H. Parker,
“Lt. Comdg. G. G. Detachment, 5th Corps.”
First Endorsement.
“Headquarters Cavalry Division,
“Camp 6 miles east of Santiago de Cuba,
“June 29, 1898.
“Respectfully referred to the adjutant-general, 6th Army Corps.
“Jos. Wheeler,
“Major-General U. S. Vols., Comdg.”
Second Endorsement.
“Headquarters 5th Corps,
“June 29, 1898.
“Return. Lt. Parker will send a man back tomorrow to obtain the necessary oil.
“By command of Gen. Shafter.