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been heretofore although I think the fighting is about done west of the Mississippi the Rebels have been so beaten that I think they will not try it again. do not write to cap Paine about my getting a discharge it would be useless, besides I do not wish for one until I am satisfied that I cannot resume my duties. we may be sent to St. Louis and then if I could get a furlough it might be worthwhile to come home but even if one could be obtained here it would not be worth while as it is so far and the fare from here to Rolla is $10.00. I would be very happy to see you all again but home would be changed to me