[from the diary of William M. Blackford, bank officer and former diplomat with five sons in the Confederate Army]
Tuesday 7. There was no news from any
quarter to day. no telegram of
any kind. In conversation with
Meem found he thought an increase
of salary was necessary & just and
he said he would bring it before the
Board Saturday--Letter from Dr. Davis
he disapproves of Willeys going in
the party tomorrow but sends money
nevertheless. Willey on hearing his
letter read determined not to go
MSS 4763
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