[from the diary of the Rev. Francis Butler, chaplain of the 25th New Jersey]
Thurs 16. Ordered to report to Gen Casey as Chaplain – examined
my papers sd I had a clean record. Some of the Chaplains
had not - At 12 reviewed by Gen. C – Whole Brig –
at P.M.- Visited Camps of our Brigs – Attended Eveg prayer
in Camp of Vt. 12. pretty Light – Held six tent prayer
meetgs in eveg, a Corporal used rather impudent words to me –
a Rom. Cath. & rebuked him mildly – trust he will do better
first case of improper treatment I have recd – some meetgs
very pleasant, all respectful - & grateful –
[transcript by Mary Roy Dawson Edwards]
MSS 12935
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