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My Dear friend Anderson,

                                    I write you in haste to say that I have sent to you two bundles, containing things which I brought out here with me, but which I have no use for, and afraid of losing them wished to have at home. One containing a rubber blanket, a marseilles vest and one or two books, went from here last Monday, and was directed to you at the City Hotel. when it comes I'd like to have you open it, and take the blanket out, as it will be injured by lying rolled up until I get home. If you can use it for anything do so, without ceremony. The other things you may put away anywhere. Perhaps you think it curious that / I send home my Bible, but when you recollect that I have a Testament left it will not appear so singular.

 

This morning I sent home to you the muffler that Alice so kindly made for me. I could not think of wearing such a thing out here, and I value it too much to run the risk of losing it, so as I had a good opportunity, I thought it better be consigned to your hands. I directed it to you, at your office, as I do not wish Alice to know that you have got it. If you will please to lock it up, without opening it, I will be obliged to you. I may send some other things to your care, as opportunity occurs. I would send them home if I could, but no one goes that way, so I trespass upon you. The "Bulletin" came as usual tonight / and was very welcome. It is reported that the rebels are within fifteen miles of us, thirty-thousand strong. Gen. Peck is working the men night and day on the fortifications. I do not think they will trouble us, but possibly they may. Hoping to hear from you very soon, I am, always,

                       

Truly Your friend

Selwyn E. Bickford

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