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I have been trying for some time to get out of the Reg., and go into the Chicago Mercantile Battr but I am affraid all my hopes will be blasted, as the only chance is to get the Col. to sign a transfer, and he would see me in H-l first for he has a spite against [illegible] Company. From all apperances I think there is a rous going to be kicked up in regard to the manner that his Company was mustered into the service, if so very likely both our Lt's and both Col's Rutherford and Martin will loose their positions, for using [illegible] in the muster roll, there were fifteen men from other Co. sworn into this Co. and still have their names on our roll, they had the promise of being transfered as soon as we were mustered. Now these men are dissatisfied and are determined to have their names on their own roll, and their Capt is going to push it through. If such a thing should happen this Camp will very likely be broken up, then I shoud try to get out of the Reg. It is getting late, and I must finish a letter to Henry so good night, give my respects to all family. Your aff. Brother Carlos