10 October 1862
Holly, William H., ?-1864
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Mary Ann Davis
Written at Camp Kearney to a friend. Talks in awe of a herd of 1500 cattle captured by forces to be eaten. Describes the quarters of Dr. Benedict, a friend, for whom Holley most likely works, in a former home of Confederates. Then, talks of the harsh drilling of the sargeant of his company and the cannon drills.
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