Fuller, Franklin W. (fl. 1861-1865) to Mary

Writes that Hayden is getting better and that his own health is improving daily. He is able to walk much better as well and thinks that he can start to march again soon. States that he will not leave Hayden until he is better or forced to do so. The plan from his previous letter was "given up" and Hayden came down with rheumatism the next day. Explains to her the various reasons why his plan would not have worked. He is very worried about Hayden as every time he manages to get over one sickness another one takes its place. However, since the doctor is unsure what is wrong with Hayden he hesitates to alarm his friends and family. A Mr. Bellman came to the camp when he received a letter from his son that said he was dying but he arrived too late. He felt very sorry for Mr. Bellman as he could offer him no consolation. Writes that Mr. Bellman's son was in the hospital with him. Wonders why Hayden's mother has not written to him. Writes that he nearly lost her black ring but found it later in his pocket. There was a rumor that [John Hunt] Morgan's Guerillas were near Bowling Green, Kentucky. Early in the morning Union General Gordon Granger left in pursuit. Their pickets have been fired on for several nights and two men were killed. Reports that Bowling Green is a small place but of great importance as a military post. The railroad from Louisville, Kentucky and Nashville, Tennessee goes through the town.