Augusta County: Jedediah Hotchkiss to Sara A. Hotchkiss, January
24, 1870
Summary:
Hotchkiss writes briefly to his family, describing acquaintances and church services.
Sara A. Hotchkiss
Monday Morning Jan 24th 1870
My Dear Ones "at home"
I intended to write you last night a long letter, but Col. Harman came to my room after I
came from church & we talked until past bed time & so I failed to do my duty to
you -- but you must forgive me this time -- I went to church twice -- Mr. Pratt preaced one of
the best sermons I ever heard -- Mr. Guy goes down this morning & offers to carry a
bundle for me -- so I send down my dirty clothes that you may have them washed up this week --
I shall be home either Friday or Saturday, for several days (D.V.) I got a
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from Mr. Robinson from Baton Rouge -- he is very well & thinks they will get along
better at B. R. having as many cadets as they had before the
fire -- I dont think he will come to Va. he is afraid of cold weather
-- says you must write to him -- The key is in the side pocket --
Good bye & God bless you
Yours in affection
Jed. Hotchkiss
