Letter to Eliza Johnson, 1863

Language:
English
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Written from Beverly, West Virginia. Letter regards the Jones-Imboden Raid.

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Beverly

My Dear Wife

If Porter has not started tell him to stay where he is. The bad management here has [lessened] my confidence in this command. The bridges are gone over Greenbrier river and the road might not be safe on account of Union men. I hope he has not started or that you did not receive my last letter. I am very tired and pretty well worn out. I have no doubt but Latham will burn the bridge at Philippi.

Yours in haste

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