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to see him yet. I saw a Chicago Tribune of the 17th with an account of Mr. Patterson's speech in the 1st Baptist Church. He seems to think the poor soldiers in the field have quite a rough time according to the papers.

  I have written these few lines only to let you know that I have received the box, and letters, and will write more at length in a day or two. Mother may content herself that their is no fear of a battle here for some time.   She would think we had made our quarters for the war if she were here and saw our rude shanties, dinner tables [etc symbol] made by tearing down rebels' houses and barns.  

Remember me kindly to all Your Affectionate Son Jno. C. Fleming

Wrote to Sarah last Monday

All of your friends are well J.C.F.