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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

Brunswick Me. July 17. 1862 Chamberlain. J.L.

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