1862 June 12 Camp on Flat Top Mountain, Va.

[from the diary of James Dinsmore Templeton, musician and private in the 23rd Ohio]

Thursday, June 12, '62

Remained up last
night until after mid-
night to see the total eclipse of
the moon.  went with
Frank Grimes into the
country for baths went
to Mrs Harris but could
not get any baths to
day returned to Camp
Played several pieces
after which at Gardner's
invitation we went
over and played for
Gen Cox a serenade
composed of the Ellend
waltzes Garibaldi &
Marselles Hymn
Recd letters from
John Cook & one from
Jennie L[?] a good
and welcome letter
Clear beautiful day
                               Milroy
Jackson defeated by General ^


MSS  10317