1862 December 20 "Hopedale," Albemarle County, Va.

[from the diary of Mary S. Boydon of "Hopedale," Albemarle County, Va.]

Saturday 20th  A beautiful day, such as Raleigh was
wishing for. He set off for Richmond in fine spirits
May God's blessing go with him! He has much to
be thankful for, but his heart seems little touched
with the feeling.  May God still have mercy on him!
-Dr Douglas called to day.  There is no doubt
that J. L. has typhoid but we hope slightly--The
Dr seemed to think he was doing well

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