[from the diary of the Rev. Francis Butler, future chaplain of the 25th New Jersey]
Wed 27 . Talked good deal. pitched a tent for children.
watched Mr. Heade of Boston paint – a sunset marine
view – then with him horseback – invited Miss Holman
she was engaged – was introduced yesterday to Ex
Pres. Pierce & saw him again today – also saw
Bis. Eartburn at beach – watched the ladies
bathe & afterwards bathed myself. much warmer
There are theatricals in parlor tonight for Sanitery
Com – I must see if meantime I can sermonize
a little while they are at it – reported that Gen
Sigel shot Gen. Mc Dowell thro. the head in battle field
at Warrenton lately – I doubt it. Great uncertainty
& doubt about Army Affairs.
Martin John Heade, 1819-1904, American romantic artist known for his tranquil marsh scenes and seascapes
Manton Eastburn, 1801-1872, eminent Episcopal minister and bishop of the diocese of Massachusetts
[transcript by Mary Roy Dawson Edwards]
MSS 12935
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