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Lt. Shelton Diary, 1864
1864-08-03
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Moscow Aug 3rd. Just off duty with the company - pleasant morning - Received a telegram from Waite yesterday notifying me of my election to the South Hill school Burlington This morning Seventy darkie go to memphis and freedom. Our reg. is doing much to crush the rebellion in these parts - We have 29 days yet to serve - Will soon be our own men again. I love home more than ever. And hate the war. Part of our co has gone out on a scout and foraging excursion - My health is good. Since I have quit drinking tea,
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Moscow Aug 3rd. Just off duty with the company - pleasant morning - Received a telegram from Waite yesterday notifying me of my election to the South Hill school Burlington This morning Seventy darkie go to memphis and freedom. Our reg. is doing much to crush the rebellion in these parts - We have 29 days yet to serve - Will soon be our own men again. I love home more than ever. And hate the war. Part of our co has gone out on a scout and foraging excursion - My health is good. Since I have quit drinking tea,
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