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Subject: No. 3 War Department, SURGEON GENERAL'S OFFICE, Washington, January 11, 1897. Major W. C. Shannon, Surgeon, U. S. Army, Jacksonville, Florida. Dear Doctor: -- Referring to your application for as change of status to a Southern locality, I have delayed writing to you because I thought it probable that you might pass through Washington and I could have a talk with you about the matter. I view of the advice of your physicians I will ask for your assignment to duty at Jackson Barracks, New Orleans, at the expiration of your leave of absence if you desire this change of station. Please remember me to Mrs. Shannon and believe me, Very truly yours, Geo M. Sternberg penciled note at bottom: Attack which left complete immobility occurred May 24, 1897