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He writes of the difficulty of staying in contact. He is glad that he has survived a severe battle. He lists all the people he has not heard from in a while.Written aboard the steamer "Virginia"

GLC07705.048

to Richard H. Jackson

Letter written on a printing of "Honor to the Brave, Medal for Hawkins' Zouaves."
Thanks him for his wonderful descriptions of battles. He showed his last letter to Mr. Choate who will write him shortly.

GLC07705.204

to Richard H. Jackson

He went to a lecture by Richard's chaplain who talked about the war in North Carolina. His only fault was "he lugged in the negro too much in his discourse." He gave an engaging account of his experiences, after which he approached him and asked...

GLC07705.208

to Richard H. Jackson

He complains that Richard never writes and wants to know if he is made at him. He then calls attention to the fact that Richard is writing to more than one lady.

GLC07705.301

to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that his son should get a very warm reception upon his return. Also, he says business has been good lately. He mentions Mr. Austin.

GLC07705.359

to M. R. Morgan

He writes that Richard Jackson has been engaged as a clerk in the subsistence department at a salary of $75 per month.

GLC07705.164

to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions a John who received a letter from Richard and intends to settle up with him after Christmas.

GLC07705.294

to Richard H. Jackson

He hopes he will not be too disappointed to learn the War Department has decided to retain the service of the two-year men. He is sorry to hear of Col. Kimball's death.

GLC07705.362

to Richard H. Jackson

She apologizes for taking so long to write and teases him about his current activities. She says he must be flirting with all the girls.

GLC07705.396

to Richard H. Jackson

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