Letter, p2 of 4, Charles F Stinson (In the. PROVOST MARSHAL'S OFFICE , 1st Div, 25 Army Corps In the field, Va. April 25, 1865 My dear Mother: I had the privilege that I so much coveted of distributing the housewives. I tell you the boys were so much pleased with them and most certainly all the contributors would receive a letter of thanks could the poor fellows write. We, (the officers) do most sincerely thank you all in behalf of the men and hope and trust all will receive a just reward in their service in the defense of our homes if they can't reward you in no other way ...General
Letter, p2 of 4, Charles F Stinson (In the. PROVOST MARSHAL'S OFFICE , 1st Div, 25 Army Corps In the field, Va. April 25, 1865 My dear Mother: I had the privilege that I so much coveted of distributing the housewives. I tell you the boys were so much pleased with them and most certainly all the contributors would receive a letter of thanks could the poor fellows write. We, (the officers) do most sincerely thank you all in behalf of the men and hope and trust all will receive a just reward in their service in the defense of our homes if they can't reward you in no other way ...General Grant has gone south to take charge of affairs himself. He is the man for the times. Capt. Read selected Fannie Stevens housewife. I think the General likes my Company officers very well. Charles F. Stinson
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