Mulberry Pt February 24th 1862

My dear Neph

Yours of the 16th reached me some
days ago–It would not be prudent for you
and Frank to visit me at this time–I think
every one who can should remain at home. The
R. roads have as much as they can do, transporting
troops &c for the Army…I am sorry to hear that
the sheep are sick-I am sure Mr. Sucra will do all
that a man can do to save them–Little Maggie’s name
was not mentioned in the last letter I received from home.
Tell Fent I hope to get him some tacks, before h
has a chance to ask Ola “Diccon” for them—
We have had so much wet weather that
we have done but little on the new battery—-So
soon as I can have you and Frank with me I will
write you, and send you the money to pay your way.

[letter will continue on Wednesday the 26th]