Wheeler, Lysander (fl. 1837-1903) to his parents, [brother-in-law], and sister

Writes that some of the men from his regiment are out on train guard duty on a branch road leading out to Tullahoma, Tennessee. He asks that Thomas Albee's mother be told that Albee hasn't been able to write because he's been on train duty. Reports a train attack and raids by some guerillas, but assures his family that the 105th regiment (Wheeler's regiment) hasn't been attacked. Reassures his sister that Lincoln's increasing of troops doesn't mean the war is not going to end soon; on the contrary he writes " if he would call for a million men it would be better." Remarks that " Old Abe knows that there is nothing like keeping a stiff upper lip while he is pegging away. " Writes that he is willing, if necesary, to serve out his three year term so long as he has his health. Reports that there are not enough men left at camp to have roll call in the morning and brags that they are able to sleep as late as they want. Addresses his mother's query about the food at camp wich includes soft bread, pickled pork, beef, peas, and rice. Writes that food rations have been good since arriving in Nashville. Discusses rations, the company treasury, and the company cook and her husband. Reports that John Burst has been promoted to first Lieutenant but no new second lieutenants will be elected because there are less than sixty-four privates left in the company.