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and traveling several miles, I at last found him in the nearest one to our quarters. He was greatly amazed at my sudden appearance. But the first excitement over he and I were soon engaged in pleasant conversation. He borrowed the horse of one of his comrades for me and we took a ride into the country. After which we went with me to our quarters we visited the Capitol together. We then returned to the soldier's retreat and passed the evening happily in conversation. We next retired to rest that is lay down on a table and slept until morning.