Algiers La. Saturday Jan 16" 1864
 Quite a pleasant day - Had frost this morning. The army of the Potomac is said to be on the move again. Troops generally in winter quarters.
 Sunday 17
 Everything quiet - men in good health and spirits - many went to church to day - warm and very pleasant. 
Monday 18
 Tore up everything preparatory for moving men swearing because we leave good beds and comfortable quarters so soon.
Tuesday 19
 Crossed over to New Orleans - got on board the cars and went to Lake Port Reg't got on board the Gen. Banks and went to Madisonville La. Co's "F" & "I" Left behind to cross tomorrow. 
Wednesday 20
 Co's "F" & "I" crossed over to Madisonville. 
Madisonville La. Thursday 21 
We are encamped in a beautiful pine grove, in plain view of the beautiful village of Madisonville. The nicest camp we have had since in the service. Weather is warm and delightful.
