Weather was pleasant. I came through Chicago arrived at home
about I past 5. Found all well. Len is still under the weather
cannot speak above a whisper.
This a pretty thought prettily expressed
Take the bright shell
From its home in the sea
And wherever it goes
It will sing of the sea.
So take the fond heart From its home and its hearth Twill sing of the loved To the ends of the earth.
Hospital No. 7 Murfreesboro Tenn May 14th:
The weather has been delightful for the last month. I returned from Home on the llth and again resumed my duties of Druggist. I had a good time while at home. Learned some things in my family that was not so pleasant but let it pass. I must try to keep this for my old friend Ben as he requested it. There is no news of any importance to write. I understand that our army will advance soon. Straight whole command of cavalry were taken in Alabama. Found all the boys well in my company.
May l5th;
Nothing of importance today. Dr. Fritch has resigned his commission as surgeon of our Regt. and has gone home. [...]
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