Augusta County: John Quincy Adams Nadenbousch to
Hester J. Nadenbousch, September 22, 1863
Summary:
Nadenbousch writes his wife a brief note introducing Miss Hieskell, who will
convey information and forward Nadenbousch any letters devoid of war news.
Sept 22/63
Staunton Va
Dear Wife
This note will be handed you by Miss M S Hieskell who is on her way to Phil a to take up residence. I will be glad that you will have her remain with you during her stay in the [unclear: our] [unclear: Town] and give her any assistance she may need to help her on her journey. introduce her to Cousin Mary L. Kelley. she will hand you a note from me & Can give you some verbal information from me
Yours ever
J Q A Nadenbousch
Your husband is very well. I have not time to stop and see you. He says if you Can bring your household furniture Come on, but not otherwise I will forward your letter to him at my home. Write only one page and no war news. Address Miss Mary S. Heiskell 719 Walnut Street Philadelphia. M rs H J Nadenbousch