Just returned from a visit to [Summer Hill]. The family full
of patriotism and very bright. While there, dear W’s horse and servant came
home. His family bore it well, considering imprisonment the least casualty that
could have befallen him. If Richmond is invested, that beautiful country will
be in the hands of the enemy; the families (except the gentlemen) will remain
at home to protect the property as best they may. They are now sending corn,
bacon, etc., into Richmond for safety. None but the croakers believe for an
instant that it will fall.
Two hours ago we heard of the destruction of the “Virginia”
by our own people. It is a dreadful shock to the community. We can only hope
that it was wisely done. Poor Norfolk must be given up. I can write no more
to-day.
SOURCE: Judith W. McGuire, Diary of a Southern
Refugee, During the War, p. 112
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