Butler reported as commissioner on exchange and the rebels
declare that they would never recognize him and would rather that we should all
die here than negotiate with the Beast Congress still in session over in the
city and we watch the papers eagerly for something relative to us. They Holy
Sabbath day and the church bells ringing for morning service. Don't think I
shall attend this morning; it is such a long walk and then I look so bad; have
nothing fit to wear. A man stabbed a few minutes ago by his tent mate, killing
him instantly. They had all along been the best friends until a dispute arose,
and one of them drew a knife and killed his comrade. Strong talk of lynching
the murderer. Have not heard the particulars. Corp. McCartin is missing from
the island and am confident from what I have seen that he has escaped and by
the help of Lieut. Bossieux. No endeavors are being made to look him up, still
he offers a reward for his apprehension. They are both members of the secret
craft.
SOURCE: John L. Ransom, Andersonville Diary, p.
30-1
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