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November, Tuesday, 24. 1863. Cool but pleasant day. No remarkable incidents. Cannonading heard in the middle of the day. Troops arrived last night from Natchez .Forage came in steamer Sultana I am informed. Read paper of the 16th—no remarkable news. Heavy rain last night. Camp dry however today Have not been up town for some days for the reason that I would not ride a starving horse Wednesday, 25. Pleasant day. Capt McAlherry returned to day. Cannonading heard to day though only a few shots. Rec'd late papers but little news Genl Thomas is in town again. Old Anthony received a rebuff from the General who told him he had "nothing for him"—Good! Maj on Board of Survey. Thursday 26 Thanksgiving day__ celebrated in the eating of a turkey__ Capts Picket & Banks ate with us__ Rode up tow & called on Col Lieb & Capt [unclear] Wished to see Genl Thomas but was unable to do so __ Called at the picture gallery & bought some pictures__ Very little news & but few rumors__ Pleasant day