Franklin County: David Demus to [unknown], July 26, 1863
Summary:
Demus is upset that he has not received a letter in six weeks and says he wants to send 35
dollars. He also reports that he was wounded in the battle at Fort Wagner and is now in the
hospital.
[unknown]
July the 26th 1863
David andrew Demus
i take my pen in hand to inform you that i [unclear: amd] i hope that these few lines may find you in the same state of health i am very sorry to think that you Will not write and let me know how you are getting along i have been longing for a letter for about 6 Weeks and have never got answer yet i have got 35 dollars to send to you but i Wouldn't send it till you Would right i Wish you Would write as soon as you can i am in the hospital i Was in the battle Was hot in the head But i am Able to go about again [unclear: tomes] and Will burges Was the [unclear: thee]
your dear friend
david demuss
Direct your letters to
buford south carolina
