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faithful to the sick and wounded so that the men are getting confidence in him. We are only drawing 3/4 rations as yet on account of scarsity of transportation from the river. Some of the men complain biterly because they do not get enough to eat, as for me I always have enough. We are allowed but two Regimental teams, and every thing has to be hauled twelve miles, so it keeps them buisy. The balance are used by the division for hauling Ammunition. Levi Davis is still under arrest he looks very blue about it. Where is Bob. Smith now I never hear any thing of him? What kind of condition does Henry keep his horses in? And how is Nellies eyes? I think that you and Carrie are getting smart since I left home, to harness the horse and drive as much as you do. Remember me to all enquireing friends. With lots of love for you all Wishing, Working and Waiting for the speedy fall of Vicksburg I am you affectionate Brother Carlie