Israel G. Atkins Letter : March 8, 1863

George Macomber writes to Israel's mother, Harriet, to inform her of Israel's poor health. He tells a story about a freight train that was seized by Confederate soldiers outside of Nashville. Israel pens a section of the letter to notify his mother he is feeling better. He asks her to send him dried fruit, apples, honey, jelly, as well as some sewing needles and pins. George closes the letter, stating Israel is doing much better and has access to a variety of foods.