Head Quarters Fourteenth Army Corps
Department of the Cumberland, Inspector General’s Office
Murfreesboro March 10 1863

Jim:

I have the honor to make the following extract from letter of advice for February, of Lt. Col. Von Schrader, 14th a.s.

“A part of the 1st Brigade, 5th Division, Colonel Wilder, “Commanding, has been mounted. The Command presents a fine appearance and will, no doubt, under the command of so efficient and energetic an officer as Col. Wilder, do very good service, in their new capacity. I take this opportunity to make mention of the energy and perseverance with which Col. Wilder is untiringly working to fit out his command, without causing any extra expense to the Government, and would most respectfully ask the Insp Genl’s. Office, Department of the Cumberland, to examine the workshops etc. established by him.”

It has before been reported to this office that Col. Wilder had established workshops, made his own coal, shod his own horses, and by care, had collected parts & parcels of wagons, which enabled him to keep his own in thorough repair. He is certainly entitled to the greatest credit, for his energy and care. It is in my opinion, worthy of being specially commented upon, by the Commanding General. I am Sir

Very Respectfully,

Your Obt. Servt.

Jos. C. McKibbin

Colonel & A.A.I.G.

To:

Lt. Col. G. Goddard

AAG