Saturday, May 1, 2010

Thurs [April] 30 [1863]

Fast day appt. by Pres -- not observed by Army
as it is inspection day -- tried to keep myself & gave
tracts to men -- Inspector has not come yet -- after 1 P.M.
meant to have some service -- perhaps can yet --
While waiting his arrival, held quite a large vol --
service. Read Pres. procl. a few verses fr. Solomon,
prayer --& addressed them. made a prayer &
benediction -- afterwards regt. was mustered --
Letters fr. Mr. Hornblower & [?]

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