Washington Apr 27^th

                       

Dear Father

                                                I have just returned from the city, or rather from the other end of it. I was down to be mustered I found that I could not have it done until I could get my commission as Lieut. I wish you would send it to me immediately. It is necessary that I be mustered before we are paid again.

 

            I sent by express to you $645.00 to be distributed as I have directed in a note enclosed in the package.

 

            The persons for whom it is intended will call for it.

 

            I am quite well. Have not time to write any more at present.

 

I am

Your Affectionate Son

J.S.Winans /

 

P.S. I have collected almost 25.00 for the purpose of putting up a tombstone for Dennis Vanlier. I will send it to you this week.

J.S.Winans

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