You kind letter came only to hand. Should have had it ere this but expect it has been here by this time. The regiment came here here the 28th of last month and has been waiting to be mustered out. I expect to be every day and Sunday we found out that our papers were not right so one of the boys has gone back to the front to get them corrected. We will probably have to stay here six or 8 days yet. Want to get home
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by the 15th if I can. I expect your ma is waiting to see me and I am anxious to see her. Well may the good time that has been waiting for so long is near at hand if nothing happens me going home. I see by your writing that you have changed your place of residence. I hope you may enjoy yourself there. I have heard Homer being spoke of as being a pleasant place. I have the idea that it was your father from Slaterville that it is it will be but a short ride from home when I come down this fall which I intend
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to yet if nothing happens. Well Mary you spoke about something that you did not want her to tell. I do not know what is. Could have been I have something to tell you when we meet again! The weather is very warm here yet more so than at any time last summer rains. Most every day showers. Atlanta is taken at last. Every thing looks favorable for more soon. Having nothing of importance to write and as I am very nervous this morning will close hoping to hear from you soon.
Your Friend as Ever John
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