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� 196 August 4, 1862 Harrison's Landing.
Genl. Slocum has been appointed by the President a Major Gen. of Volunteers.
The stringent order of Halleck I am afraid will keep from making my anticipated visit home. We shall see though. Am getting along pretty well.
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Have been studying DeKant lately, and the General has promised to give me a chance at the courts soon.
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Send and receive letters daily.