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to Richard H. Jackson

She writes that John came to visit her last night and that it must be beautiful where he is is because of the abundance of fish.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Since he returned over 5,000 patients have been admitted to the hospital. He received a letter from Davis recently and has received a furlough he didn't even ask for.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She informs him that she has never thought of him in any other way than as a friend and was unprepared for his question in that regard. She apologizes for wounding him and says he is always welcome to visit.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He thanks him for the information RIchard sent him. He was surprised by Richard's current address since he thought he had already served long enough but realized he was doing something quite different now.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions Gus Snow and Jimmy Armstrong. He talks about how great the weather is and bemoans the fact that there are not many women at Hilton's Head.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He apologizes for the brevity of his letter. He has absolutely nothing to write about.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He tells Richard he has just been drafted.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He had a splendid ride to Seabrook and enjoyed the plantations. He received a note from Richard's father reminding him of the parcel containing his watch.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He received a letter from Sam recently that talked about a Mr. John M. Auliff and his success as a rum seller.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He was surprised to hear that he had gone South again but he supposes Richard must be making plenty of money. He asks Richard to send all the sea shells he can get.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He dreamt there had been a battle of Chattanooga. Even though Pemberton is dead, he dreamt he commanded the rebel forces and was defeated. He tells Richard about the shoe business and the different ladies that come into his shop.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes that there was a falling out between himself and Mr. Dunshaw, the general clerk. They got into a fight and Kid knocked him down. Since then they have been civil.

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to Richard H. Jackson

The new 9th was consolidated with the 17th and the whole regiment is in Tennessee now. He mention several mutual acquaintances whose positions in the service at recently changed.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Andy writes he has recently gotten a job making camera boxes. Their mtual friend William Bagwell was recently killed in the navy yard by falling from a scaffold.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes it will be impossible to come see Richard now as they are very busy. He has not seen Martha since his departure,

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes he is glad to hear of the death of those "inhuman monsters." It is not clear what he is referring to since he he says they can stand on their hind legs. He relays the news that a steamboat was destroyed by fire. Describes a surprise party...

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He inquires about Fred Snow whom he has not seen in a long time. He wishes he was down in Dixie as he is "heart sick" of New York.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He mentions Mary Cranston whom he forgot to ask a favor of. He invites Richard over for the weekend.

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to Richard H. Jackson

No year. He gives the news about his family who are mostly sick and inquires about Fred Snow. Gus Snow "went to war with the Treasury of the Perry Base Ball Club..."

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to Richard H. Jackson

He describes the Boat Club Championship race.

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to Brother (Richard H. Jackson)

She writes that they are to have a picnic for the returning soldiers but she had to turn down the invitation because he is not there to go with her.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He writes about the effect of Lincoln's death.

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to Richard H. Jackson

She complains this is the most lonesome place she has ever been and they couldn't hire her to stay another Sunday.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is glad Richard wants to pursue a future that is less dangerous. But he is disappointed in his friend Samuel who has refused to release certain information in reference to old friends in New York.

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to Richard H. Jackson

He is glad to hear of their friend Samuel's prosperity. He believes that Boston is the best city for a stranger to prosper.

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