CAMP CHASE, OHIO, October 29, 1864

Col. W. P. RICHARDSON,
Twenty-fifth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Commanding

COLONEL: I have the honor to submit the following report of an inspection of prisons at this post for the week ending October 29, 1864, pursuant to Special Orders, No. 169, issued from post headquarters, and dated August 22, 1864, in relation to personal cleanliness, clothing, bedding, kitchens, sinks, policing, drainage of grounds, &c.:

A perfect system is manifested in the management of the prisons. They are well policed and drained. The rations are of the best quality, and are issued in proper quantity and at proper times. The hospitals are well conducted. The bedding is frequently changed. The sick and wounded are properly cared for. The appearance of the prisoners is much improved since their arrival at this post.
I am, colonel, very respectfully, your most obedient servant,

F. S. PARKER,
Captain, Eighty-eighth Ohio Vol. Infty.,
Asst. Insp. of Prisons