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that Badger makes no exertion to get men. In fact he told Byrne that unless you gave assurance that he (Badger) would be kept at Louisville six months or more, so he could "fix up" with Mrs. Badger, who seems to be so much in the way, he should not exert himself at all.

    It is a pity not to have the right man in Kentucky where we have been doing so well.   The 9th Cav. too have just closed all their offices in that state.  Badger is of little account at Louisville.   Capt VandeWeile of less use where he is, Myrick could do much better without him.  I suggest applying for Capt. Vande W's withdrawal to relieve Badger at Louisville enabling the latter to be assigned to 'B' Co.      Myrick would make him useful there, h could handle a 2nd Lieut. but he cannot a Captain.  The application could be put thro' by a private verbal statement at Dept. Hd. Qrs.    While we have so few officers it seems important to place them where they can be most useful.
    Nothing has been heard from Walsh for three weeks.     
    I enclose a circular just received from A. G. O.  According to this our Transportation Orders must be returned and more money sent to Recruiting Officers.   On this account and because of Gen'l. Davidson's manaeuverings, as well as for the reason that we all feel easier when you are here.   I hope you will not stay away any longer than your business requires.  
   All your family are well.    I write in much haste,
            With sincere regard, your friend
                  and respectfully, obt. servant
                         Henry E. Alvord [signature underlined]