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 Genl 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
