James J. Farris of Capt. Geo Mellersh's Company "E" of the 154^th Sr Regt Tenn Vols was enlisted at Memphis Tenn. by Capt M. of said Regt, on the 4^th day of May 1861. to serve for the term of one year. he was born in the county of Battertout, state of Virginia, is 27 years old, 5 feet 11½ inches high, florid complexion blue eyes, light hair and by occupation at Clerk.

 

            James J. Farris of Capt Mellersh's Company was attacked with Remittent Fever on the 2^d day of April 1862. he is therefore sent to the Gen^l Hospital at               Mississippi for treatment. The surgeon will cause him to report to his Company as soon as fit for duty

 

Ja^s. J Farris

                       

Born in Bautetaut Co Virginia

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