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the large force in Texas are doing no good except to get out a large quantity of cotton. at least it seams as though they could have been of more service in some other place inclosed I send you an order issued by General McPherson which shows how traitors may expect to be treated the Ladies called themselves the [illegible] [ten?]. should like to very well to see it published. Hope the Hollidays have passed very pleasant to yourself and happy family. please remember me to all Your Affc Brother L.S.Willard