(1861) 
Wednesday 23d October
I am on guard duty around camp. 150 men from our Reg't went on picket this morning.
 Monday Oct. 28th 
Nothing special since last writing. Everything quiet. Had a chill today, then a fever for 4 hours. 
Tuesday 29th Oct.
 Feel somewhat better to day - am taking "Quinniae & Dover." - Daily drilling.
 Thursday 31st oct.
 Had inspection today. While out I was compelled to retire to my quarters, on account of chills & fever.
 Friday 1st Nov. 
I am again able for my rations today. - no drilling today; it commenced raining at 2 a.m. and rained all day. I am writing in my tent, with a camp kettle full of live coals for a fire. 
Saturday Nov 2d
 Everything looks sad and gloomy. It quit raining last night and today it is quite chilly. no drilling, "All quiet" in the grand Army of the Potomac.
