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very little faith in what he says . as Gen Sheridan told me that Hazen had asked him for the command of this military Dist and that he also asked Gen Sherman for the command - some time ago. I shall endeavor not to let anything that may occur trouble me in the least - even to the mustering of me out of the Service - for unless I can soon secure some show for a permanent home - some where in the Army. I intend with your consent - to resign and get out of it - even if I go to the poorhouse in the end. I have not given up the idea of going for you - and will do so very soon if possible. (margin note: Say nothing about this outside)