D. W. Richards, M. D., sworn and examined: —
Residence, Northampton County, Pa.; employment, Assistant Surgeon in 145th Pennsylvania Volunteers; taken prisoner May 10th, 1863; taken near Spottsylvania Court house, and conveyed to Prison Hospital No. 21, in Richmond, on the 20th of May, and left there 28th May.
I have heard Dr. Furguson’s deposition, as made before this Committee. I corroborate that testimony as relating to the condition and treatment of wounded prisoners. I know nothing further in regard to this matter.
D. W. RICHARDS,
Assistant Surgeon 145th P. V.
Sworn and subscribed before me, at
Washington D. C., this 3d day of
June, A. D. 1864.
M. H. N. KENDIG,
Notary Public.
Testimony taken at Washington, D. D., June 2d, 1864
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Mr. Wilkins, Dr. Wallace, Mr. Walden