Griffin v. Wilcox

The following general order was issued:

*371“Headquarters District of Indiana and Michigan,

Indianapolis, June 8, 1863.

Capt. Wilcox, Provost Marshal, Indianapolis:

“ Captain; Yon will at once issue an order prohibiting the sale of liquor, by any party, to enlisted men. This order must be rigidly enforced. Any one violating it will be severely punished. I have noticed, with surprise, many intoxicated soldiers in our streets. This evil should and must be stopped. , very respectfully,

Your ob’t servant,

G. Collins Lyon,

Major and Chief Provost Marshal, District of Indiana and Michigan,”

Capt. Wilcox…