From Eugenia Bronaugh to John A. Bushnell
You will see from the date &c of my letter that it is not late. I had written, thinking to have an opportunity of sending it by some one going down– but have been disappointed & will now send it by mail, containing as it does, what I yet want you to know.
Hearing the railroad had been repaired & that the mail had come up again– I sent to the office yesterday hoping to get a letter from you. There was a letter, but not from you. I felt truly disappointed. Hope I shall hear tomorrow.
Mr. Bushnell: do you remember the Lady that received a nice Portfolio not very long since? It was the gift of a gentleman– very dear– and whom she has not seen since last spring. This Lady of whom I speak, is as strong Union as ever– devoted to the government. She has recently received three letters ( one 25th Sep) from her Brothers whom you remember are in the Federal army . These Brothers were in the . They describe it as being a terrible fight. The oldest Brother spoke of having the honor, to command a Division at that battle. This Lady feels satisfied from these letters and from all she learns by individuals that her Brothers are among the most noble, brave and lovely ones that compose the Federal army . They were well– in fine health– some times in good spirits often in bad– with anxiety almost past endurance to see their dear relations. It would fill your eyes with tears as it did mine to read those letters of love & affection. The account they give of the toils & hardships, of War, of their Hopes & fears, joys &c. They sigh when they think of their Friends & for a day of reckoning & rest. They send their best love to you & a long message which I cannot give here[.]
Their sister thinks she can never praise & thank god enough for his goodness. her dear Brothers and others near ones yet live.
Winter seems to have set in in earnest. It has been snowing most of the day & tonight the ground looks white & pretty. Whille we sit around a warm fire tonight I think of winter’s past, when dear loved Ones were at home & of last winter when we could see and have the pleasure of your company, now you seem, & are so far away. When you feel cheerful & happy– low spirited & sad, do not forget us- we often think of & talk about you.
Mr. Gabe Zutt has arrived in Calhoun[.] we have not seen him[.] I understand he is very anxious to see Carrie & I.- But it is after nine. I must close[.] you know we do not sit up late. Excuse mistakes. good night.
I hope you are well &c all join in Love. adieu!
Your sincere & affectionate Eugenia
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