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whether this is true or not I am not prepared to say, but it is the old man's style Our Corps is moveing to Natches, as fast as five boats of the Marine fleet can move them, one brigade every three days. I am told that there is a splendid Camp ground there, and plenty of Vegetables and fruits in the market. I hope it is so for the Army has striped everything eatable in this vicinity. Have just received two months more pay. Shall not send any of it home at present, for if there is any fruit to be had, I want some of it. Uncle Samuel has also been furnishing us with a new suit of cloths