Camp Hayes, Raleigh, Virginia, March 13, 1862.
Dearest: — I
came up last night just as the regiment was forming for dress parade. For the
first time in months we are all together; health good; ranks very full. Oh! it
was a beautiful sight; we had plenty of cheering, music, and our best marching.
The men were never in finer condition. You would enjoy seeing the Twenty-third
now; well dressed, bravely looking, and soldier-like.
We expect to remain here until a forward movement is made —
perhaps two to four weeks, possibly longer. Dr. Joe very well and in good
spirits. My new Webby still does finely. It is just daylight. Captain Slocum
who left us at Camp Chase, has visited us and goes home this morning. Love to
all.
Most affectionately,
your
R.
Mrs. Hayes.
SOURCE: Charles Richard Williams, editor, Diary and
Letters of Rutherford Birchard Hayes, Volume 2, p. 206-7
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