...you was justifyable in writing to Brockway & Ricketts tis a striking proof that you are dubly interested in my welfare. but I assure you that should anything happen me you will be informed at the earliest opportunity

 

[tape stained] all the good luck in the world.

 

I return the compliment to Miss Lib Young hoping she may answer Campbell's letter. he is well and full of fun.

 

I will write to Griers soon but I do not like to write two or three for one, which seems to be the case there. please give them my best wishes and kind regards.

I am sorry to hear the death of Mr. Beight, but death is to poor mortal man uncertain I am glad that he died in full faith in the light of the gospel / this must be a comfort to his numerous friends

 

            I knew that Mack Goodrich lost his leg. he lost it on the first day in the Wilderness. Sol Kruger was taken prisoner. he belongs to the Company that James Morgan does

 

reason I do not say much about home affairs, and often refrain from telling you things that my heart feels, I would have you know in these humble words that I always have and ever shall cherish the warmest and kindest feelings for you. this is all the assurance a true and faithful one can do. I long for the time when I can come home and receive the welcome you will extend to me, but be patient and if tis Gods will to spare me the time will soon roll around I do not think the war can last three years but if it does we will wait patiently

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