Davis writes to Lucinda noting that his health is not very good. He details that since he injured himself he has become a little dyspeptic, and that while he still cannot work, he is now able to walk without crutches. Davis notes that while he thought he would be home for Lucinda's birthday he believes it is now unlikely. He writes that all the Veteran Regiments in his Division are on duty elsewhere while his regiment remains in Whitesburg. Davis notes they can not leave until they are able to be spared, which he believes will be sometime this Summer. He writes that the Pioneer Corps is still in Huntsville and that he received letters from both Sister Elisabeth Ditto and Louisa. Davis continues his letter by describing Huntsville to Lucinda. He details how Huntsville was a center for slavery at its prime and how the manipulation of owners and the harm brought to African Americans shaped the South. Davis concludes by noting that President Lincoln has risen up to challenge this harm and manipulation.
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