Wednesday, 22d October, Linwood. We left Clinton this morning, and have just now arrived by the cars. Charlie came in last evening, to our great surprise, so we did not scruple to leave Lilly. . . . The Baton Rouge party returned late this evening. In spite of all preparation, Gibbes was horrified at the [...]
Wednesday, 22d–We had brigade inspection today with all accouterments on. There is a report in camp that the army is soon to make an important move south into Mississippi. It is rumored that there are soon to be some changes of brigade and division commanders.[1] [1] There was a sentiment even then among the rank [...]
Wednesday, 22nd. After breakfast went out on Culver’s horse foraging with Spurgeon and Bushnell. Got some apples and a sheep. At one house where we stopped, two sons were forced into the army. The people felt very badly. The old lady, 70 years old, prayed very earnestly and loudly for mercy and protection–quite touching.
Wednesday, 22d.—Started at 6:30 A. M. Passed through Cumberland Gap at 1:30 P. M. W. E. Storey and L. B. Smith detailed to cook three days’ rations. (Note: picture is of an unidentified Confederate soldier.)
OCTOBER 22d.—Back at the department at work, but not much to do yet. The mails are not heavy. We have Bragg’s report of the battle of Perryville. He beat the enemy from his positions, driving him back two miles, when night set in. But finding overwhelming masses accumulating around him, he withdrew in good order [...]