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[begin vertical writing] Johny Beam has been very sick but is now getting better Last night was a real cold night and to day I have had my coat on all day Write often remember me to friends with love to all I am your Aff. etc. Brother Carlie [vertical writing end]

Carrollton Ls. Sept. 18th /63 Dear Brother Sarah and your letter was received by Lt. Howard nearly a week ago. If you were aware of the interest I take in reading your letters, I think you would endeavor to write oftener. But I have no reason to complain for any negligance in letter writeing for Sisters keep me well posted in home affairs. When I heard that Howard had returned to the Regiment with his wife, I of course spruced up the best I could and called upon her, but all of my exertions to draw her out in conversation