Clapp, George (fl. 1839-1892) to parents
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09355.019 Author/Creator: Clapp, George (fl. 1839-1892) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 September 1863 Pagination: 6 p. : envelope ; 19.5 x 11.8 cm. Order a Copy
Returned to the camp "unmolested;" no one gave him any trouble. Spoke to captain Hayden about the charges against him, and Hayden "says he will make it all right. Of course I must be punished but he might make it as easy as possible for me." His company is not with its regiment but is instead stationed in the city itself. Bliss did not have a chance to arrest him because he turned himself in. Does not know what his punishment will be. Managed to get onto a train in Springfield and eventually made it back into the city. Stayed with Uncle William one night. His wife is in Boston now and is coming to see them soon. Is staying on 49th Street between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue with the regiment "right in the aristocratic part of the city." "I do not care" about being in the guard house. "I had a good time for one week; that I am sure of, and am ready to take what they wish to give me." Is satisfied and has no regrets.
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