Camp on My Old Stamping Ground Berkeley Va
Sept. 22 1862.
My Darling Wife—
I am quite well. Were in Va again but only for a short time, we
hope to be in Penna very soon. The Yankees claim a glorious
victory, by our recrossing the Potomac but it was necessary for a
different reason. The result will show. Jno R. Cooke is all
right his gallantry is commended very highly. I have rec
d your welcome letter of Sept 8
th
1862. I send some needles by Brien. He was at his home
several days, but left his wife over there. Direct your letters
to Winchester Va. Miss Summers is now at my bivouac. Dr
Hunter was wounded & he & his wife are now at Staunton.
Much love to all ours. I will send you a draft in about ten days. God bless you.
In haste
Yours—
P.S. Miss Minnie sends much love she is much like Maria.