Leaves from the battle-field of Gettysburg : a series of letters from a field hospital : and national poems / by Mrs. Edmund A. Souder.

  • Souder, Edmund A., Mrs.
Date:
1864
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Credit: Leaves from the battle-field of Gettysburg : a series of letters from a field hospital : and national poems / by Mrs. Edmund A. Souder. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    known to fame, a distinguished Copperhead from New York. And what do you think is his mis- sion ? I dare say he has looked after the New York soldiers, but he has taken special pains to find ;-;ome one to look after the rebels. S. answered him nobly yesterday and to-day we gave him several magnificent shots in a quiet way which he certainly did not enjoy. He did not wait to par- take of the coffee with General Thomas. Indeed the ladies said they had no refreshments for Cop- perheads and he should get nothing from them. General Thomas is a splendid man. He thinks the Copperheads have nearly run their course. There is a strong feeling of indignation against the men here who betrayed the Union soldiers who were concealed. Many persons think they are entitled to be hung without trial. But it is getting late and I am keeping the ladies awake. We all occupy one room and enjoy each other's society highly. Good night. Thursday morning.—Anna Raymond and I are going to the post-office with our letters and hope to find one there. We all feel sure that if you could see the terrible need here of women's hands,