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of more importance in the army of the Potomac. While at Polaski Tenn I met with Gen Mason son of Mason, your old acquaintance of the firm of Mason and McFlarthers. He recognized me as Mr. [Shivrn] said he was glad to see me and spoke of going to Chicago soon and promised to call and see you for me. He is a Lieutenant on Genl Chetland staff formerly Lieut Col of the 12th Ill Inf John McArthurs old Reg't. But it is now getting late and it is Saturday night. I must have a good sleep or might possibly nap in church tomorrow dont you think it would be a wise idea. Waiting patiently