Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his parents

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GLC#
GLC06728.049-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
22 June 1863
Author/Creator
Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882
Title
to his parents
Place Written
Camp Chase, Ohio
Pagination
3 p. : Height: 12.5 cm, Width: 20.2 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Writes that the paroled men were ordered to report to General Rosecrans on the 15th of June, but they reported on the 17th instead and were sent off. Is enjoying Camp Chase, as it is very pleasant and near the woods. Writes that the farther north he travels the more he is excited about rebel raids in the north. Also writes that the people north of the river do more fighting with their tongues than with their muskets. Has heard that Morgan was coming up to Indiana. Went to visit the 101st but most of the soldiers were on picket. His friends Mordoff and Cook were there but Mordoff was not well. Writes that he may soon be sent to St. Louis. Inquires from his father where he might join a local Mason's order.

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