Camp Independance Aug 11^th 1861

 

Dear Father & Mother.

                                    I have been sick ever since I left Jersey City, and am now just able to get about.

 

I want you should send me some money right off, as soon as you receive this, as I have had to use all that I had. I am going to be examined by the Doctor as soon as he comes over to the camp and if I do no he does not think I can stand it I shall be sent home. I am not very well yet and can not write a very long letter. It is very hot out here.

 

How are Henry and Ada. Kiss Ada for me and tell her that perhaps I may come home soon. 

 

I have been home sick some.

 

I want you should write me a long letter, and write as soon as you receive this.

 

From your Affectionate son

Cha^s E. Leland

 

Please send me some Postage Stamps and papers.

 

Direct your letters Chas. E. Leland.

Co B 13^th Reg^t Mass Vol

General Banks Division

 

Elwins first letter after

leaving home /

 

Mr Cha^s M. Leland

 

Elwins first letter

Aug 11^th 1861

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