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[begin vertical writing] For further information of me inquire of Lt. Howard With lots of love and kisses to all Believe me truly Your Brother Carlie [vertical writing end] Vicksburg Aug. 11th 1863 Dear Sister Lieut. Howard has just informed me that he starts for home, on a furlough by by the first boat, so will embrace the opportunity of sending a few lines by him, to let you know that I am lazy, fat, and saucy, hopeing that this may find you enjoying the same blessings I am realy begining to grow home sick, since our return to this place. It is the first time I have been placed in a situation to think of such a thing, since leaving Camp Butler, and