Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 36, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 February 1919 — LOCAL DOCTOR IS PRAISED [ARTICLE]

LOCAL DOCTOR IS PRAISED

- . - M A TAR RAI T7-ELL- EXPRESSES* APPRECIATION OF SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. The following letter from Major Robert C. Baltzell, who was at the head of the Indiana conscription boards during the war, writes the following letter to Dr. E. C. English. Associated in this work were Dr. I. M. Washburn and Dr. A. R. Kresler. Dr. English was the chairman. WAR DEPARTMENT Office of Adjutant General of Indiana Selective Service Division Dr. E C. English, Rensselaer, Indiana. My dear Dr. English:— More than a year ago the Medical Advisory Boards were instituted by the War Department in conenction with the work of the Selective Service Division and now that the war is ended and your work completed, I am writing to express to you my hearty appreciation of the work you did as a member of your Medical Advisory board and the splendid cooperation given this department at all times. The low per cent of physical rejections at camp from the state of Indiana show that your work was well done. Our association has—been vef y pleasant and I want you to know that your labors and sacrifices are fully recognized and appreciated by me. Wishing you continued success. I beg to remain, Very truly yours,

ROBERT C. BALTZELL.