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�several young graduates of the college have come to me of their own accord, and say they will go with me as privates or any way.

    I know my men, & know 

whom to pick. I think they would prefer a new Regt. but it shall all be as your Excellency sees fit.

    Hoping to see you tomorrow
           I am 
           Yr. Ex's. most obdt. srvt. 
                    J.L. Chamberlain

[flourish under signature]

Brunswick Me.

           July 17. 1862

Chamberlain. J.L.

Acknowledges receipt of note and proposes to wait upon the Governor tomorrow