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page number 48 Aug - was formerly a Capt. in Hancocks corps and Asst Provost Marshal of Balt. He recognized me, as having seen me during Wight's trial. 17th Sergt. Riley went out after buffalo but seeing some indians returned. A party sent out reported pony tracks at the place spoken of by the Sergt. Sergt. R, is my Q.M & com Sergt. & Sergt Major. Accidentally heard that Dick Schuyler of Leavenworth was along with one of the trains crossing the river. Sent my compliments & invited him over. He came over and we had quite a pleasant chat. " 18th. Commenced hewing logs for quarters. Are hewing one side to be put inside. As the timber is quite rough this will necessitate a good deal of