The Military Prison, Siegburg, Army of the Rhine. November 20th, 1919.
Dear Dr. Wreford, —You have been so kind to me as Chaplain of the Forces at No. 4 Convalescent Camp, Havre, and No. 21 Convalescent Camp Station, Bonn, that I am emboldened to ask you to help me in my new sphere. What I want especially now is a goodly supply of the “Travelers’ Guide from Death unto Life,” and I believe that if I were able to give each prisoner under my care a copy great blessing would follow. At present there are one hundred and ninety prisoners here, their sentences varying from six months to ten years. The majority of them are quite young lads—they are not criminals, but they have sinned against Army discipline, and they have been punished accordingly. They are receptive to the claims and call of Christ, hut they need books to help them. They are alone for hours with their thoughts every day, and I want their thoughts to be occupied with high things pertaining to the Master’s Kingdom. I crave your prayers for all work done among prisoners; it is a great field, but it needs grace to take all the opportunities God offers us. Trusting you will be able to help, yours sincerely, A. A. D—, Chaplain to the Forces.