William Wirt Henry to Mary Jane Henry
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I have just got in of Pickett wet and cold – have been out in the worst storm we
have had this winter – somehow it has stormed most all the time since you left
and now the mud is awful. Your
little note with Mothers good long letter came this evening and you know very
well how glad I was to receive it, for several reasons In the first place it was
the first word I have heard from home since you left (and some days before) And
I was very glad to hear that the children and all were so well, and especially
that Mother was in such good spirits, and felt so well about your “staying as
long as you pleased...”. And secondly that you arrived home all safe and sound
with money
Overcoat, and baggage. Also that you saw Mr Parker and found him good natured – also
Capt Dill. and Lieut Thompson both able to be in the street and “looking well” –
this is all good for which I am very thankful. Col Jewett
had a long letter from his wife this evening and she had a great story to tell
about what a grand time you all had going home, and how she had been out
“Horseback riding” “three times allready” and how well
she was enjoying it. I guess you will not wait long after you get rested a
little before you have a ride. I have had to wear a
woolen rag on my throat all day for “sore throat” but it is better to night and
I guess I shall take it of in the morning. but darling one how I did wish you
was here to fix it, and fix me up and give me a little
tea, and other good things. Johnny did as well
as he could. I had a talk with Col Jewett this evening and he thinks now that
he will not resign at present, but perhaps he will change
his mind again in a few days Tell Mother I am ever so much obliged to her for
her good long letter. And as soon as I get to feeling in
good humor again I will answer it. There is no war
news. The mud stops all “Army moves” at present.
All the boys as well as usual.
As ever yours William