GOODELL FAMILY LETTERS- #37A
 

Anson to Edwin
Note – This letter was found in the back of the album of the Goodell Collection of letters and was not transcribed with the others. It apparently is a letter written by Anson to his brother Edwin. Although undated it was probably written sometime after the battle of Cold Harbor since it appears Edwin is recuperating. He was wounded at Cold Harbor resulting in having his leg amputated. Anson talks of his discharge and he was mustered out on October 10, 1864.

I am sorry that Father is so unwell. How I wish I could be at home get you into that big chair and wheel you around. Get you into the kitchen and out of door as soon as you are smart enough but mind the reason you have had no pull backs because you have kept in close to your bed and room and not been exposed to changes of air. The more patient you can be the sooner you will get about. I hope I get my discharge and greenbacks for I want to bring a few things home with me. It is strange that Mother’s health remains so good_ she must be made of iron. Tell her to be careful of herself let her work go without being done or you will all be down sick.

PS. I did not write you as I promised thinking Ellen was with you and my letter to her would let you know of my intentions.

                                                                                    Love to Charlie

                                                                                    A.P.
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