being used by his Uncle Sam for a better purpose than sheltering a rebel - it is 1 1/2 ms from the river.  Well I must go down to the Comisaries & draw enough ration to take me to Vicks.  I expect to start some time to day.  I will write to you again on the way good bye my own dear wife - may God protect you is the prayer of your devoted husband.  Lyle A Garrett
