1862 February 27 from Jos. D. Richardson (Camp Clay) to Mother re: glad to received her letter, sorry to learn that Aunty is unwell but remainder of family well. Reports bad weather, he is sick and in hospital where he thought he could care for himself better, had bad cold, bowels are loose and appetite is poor. He sent her $20 and asks if Wattson got the breast pin he sent. Says that it is a lie that there is a death in the regiment every six days. Received a letter from Jemime Durell reporting that all are well except her father and mother in bed but she is at her grandfathers. No other news to report. [“Letterhead” is red and blue of a standing women holding a Union flag” no envelope]