August 14^th 1862

 

Dear Sir;

                        I am at the end of Mr Montegander^s lane, ten & half miles from Port Hudson. This is the only point at which I can procure water for men & horses; this is near enough at the present moment, as the battery and troops can be thrown forward in time to meet any requisition. I did not leave the saw mill until about 6 a.m. the baggage waggons not having come up until that time. the enemy did not honor us with the expected visit. I will meet you in town in the morning. If you desire the battery moved nearer for the present communicate orders to me,

 

To Capt [?] Mason Hoot                                 very truly yours

                        A.A.Gen                                  Preston Pond Jr

                                                                        Col. CSA Comdg

 

 

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11/52

August 14.1862

 

Preston Pond.

 

reporting his situation

 

9 1/2 AM

 

Officiel Busness

 

Capt [?] Mason Hoot

            A A Gen

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