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Capt Smith is commander of the post here, he has us under strict orders, no man can go out side of the lines without the permission of a field officer. I tried to get out to go to town for my picture but could not sucseed, am very much afraid I shall not get it for you before I leave, as there is no prospect of staying here any time. J B [Grunning?] deserted at Alton he was in charge of the baggage and a Missourian as soon as we get in camp he was drunk and said that he was going home he is probably under arest ere this as Cincinnati and Covington are under martial law.