We are still in our
old camp. It may be some time yet before we have a big fight, although it can't
remain off a great while, for the weather is fine and the roads are good.
Dr. Tyler leaves
this morning for Richmond, and Dr. Kilgore will not come; so I am alone. I have
very little to do, as there is scarcely any sickness. If we get into a
battle soon I will have a tight time, but I hope to have someone with me before
then.
The impression
prevails that General Lee intends to act on the defensive this time. It is said
that he is full of confidence. If the Yankees take Richmond it will be after
they are cut to pieces. I can't believe they can ever possibly take it with
this army opposed to them.
We had a pretty
shower a few evenings ago. A considerable storm accompanied it and tents were
blown about, but mine stood up through it.
My servant, Alick,
is making a great deal of money washing for the soldiers.
SOURCE: Dr. Spencer
G. Welch, A Confederate Surgeon's Letters to His Wife, p. 91-2
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