From the Richmond Whig, 6/10/1862, p. 1, c. 4

NOTICE.

PROVOST MARSHAL’S OFFICE,
June 9, 1862.

THE public will take notice that on and after this date every detective officer authorized to arrest, impress and execute orders issued from this office will be furnished with a certificate which may be called for as evidence of his identity as an officer and assurance that while he executes his duty with firmness and decision, he does it also with courtesy and respect.

E. GRISWOLD,
Maj. and Provost Marshal.

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