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Augusta County: John B. McGuffin to his Uncle, Aunt and Grandmother, August 30, 1864

Summary:
John McGuffin asks his uncle to return the $100 he enclosed in the letter to a friend from whom he had borrowed the money. He also mentions a fight in which a friend's son, and about 25 other people were killed.


August 30th 1864

Bunker Hill, Virginia

My Dear Uncle, Aunt & Grandma

I am again in camp, and feel pretty well. I started from Staunton on Sunday morning. I got Dispatches for General Early and by that means got transportation - I hope this may find you all well. No news of any importance - had a little fight yesterday - [unclear: Hunton] Rubush was killed (son of Peter Rubush) and about 25 wounded - we have a fight every day [illeg.] - Enclosed you will find ($100) One Hundred Dollars which you will pay to [unclear: Wm J McKee] and lift my [unclear: Due] bill. I borrowed it from him the evening I was there for fear I wouldn't have enough - attend to it at once and thank him for his kindness - give love to all - I am

your Affectionate Nephew

J. B. McGuffin



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