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From DigitalMaine Transcription Project
Encampment 2nd ME Regt. Near New Bridge Va. June 14/62
Hon Isaac Washburn Jr--
Dear Sir
Your esteemed favor of the 9th came to hand this P.M. & contents noted--Please accept my sincere thanks for the offer tendering me as Lt. Col. of the 16th Regt. & which I have decided to accept; trusting at the same time that I may at all times be able to fulfill the duties devolving upon me, in a manner satisfactory to your Honor & those who have seen fit to use their influence in my behalf.
I shall immediately tender my resignation as Captain to report myself at Augusta as early as circumstances will allow.
I am Very Resp'y Your Obt. Srv. Chas. W. Tilden Capt. Co B 2nd ME Regt